Toyota recently introduced another facelift of the immortal Land Cruiser 70 Series, which has been in continuous production since 1984. This latest update keeps the old-school styling adding modern technology to the mix to further enhance its appeal. While the Japanese-market lineup remains limited to the five-door SUV body style, the shorter three-door variant is now available in the United Arab Emirates, featuring a V6 gasoline engine.
Throughout its history, the Series 70 has
featured various body styles, leaving uncertainty about which ones would
continue with the latest update. Toyota’s United Arab Emirates website
showcases a single-cab pickup, a five-door SUV, and a three-door SUV, with the
latter two available for purchase. Additionally, images of a dual-cab pickup
from Toyota Australia have emerged, suggesting that the refreshed lineup is
nearly complete, with only the ‘Troop Carrier’ wagon remaining to be unveiled.
While most people would find the five-door
Land Cruiser far more practical, the three-door variant holds a distinct appeal
for off-road enthusiasts, thanks to its compact size. Measuring 4,235 mm in length, the three-door model is 640 mm shorter than its
five-door counterpart. This puts it just slightly longer than a Toyota Yaris
Cross, but the ladder-frame-based Land Cruiser is considerably taller and
wider. Updated styling elements such as the round (albeit LED) headlights,
protruding indicators, chrome-infused bumper, and blocked taillights that were
introduced in the 2024 facelift echo the design of the original, resulting in a
timeless look. The UAE-spec model also comes equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels
wrapped in high-profile rubber tires.
The interior features Nubuck and Synthetic
Leather upholstery for the seats, a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a 2-speaker audio setup, and
electric windows. The safety kit has been enhanced with a few Advanced Driver
Assistance Systems (ADAS), including Lane Departure Assist and a Pre-Collision
System, although there are only two front airbags in total.Unlike Japan, where
the Land Cruiser 70 Series is exclusively available with turbodiesel engines (a
2.8-liter inline-four or a 4.5-liter V8), buyers in the United Arab Emirates
have access to a single gasoline powertrain option. It features a 4.0-liter V6 24V
Dual VVT-i (1GR-FE) engine, producing 228 hp and 360 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to all four wheels via a 6-speed Super
ECT automatic gearbox and a robust 4WD system.
In the United Arab Emirates, the 2024
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Hardtop 3-Door is available in a single trim,
starting from AED 169,900 (US$ 46,300).
For comparison, the equivalent five-door version starts from AED 179,900
(US$ 49,000), while pricing for the single-cab pickup has yet to be announced in
the region.
