Toyota Land Cruiser 70

The interior of the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 70 is pretty basic compared to other cars in its class. A lot of hard plastics have been used in the cabin to increase durability. The biggest change is the multifunction steering wheel, which drops the Coaster Bus design from the early 2000s in favor of a more modern HiLux steering. It’s still plastic but the feel is better. The dashboard gets a new 6.7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit. The display is clear and readable. There’s a new 4.2-inch multi-info display and a redesigned central console. The dashboard layout is functional and isn’t over-packed with buttons and controls. The upholstery is soft-touch and gives a nice feel.

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 70 inherits the series’ boxy design that emphasizes on utility and superb stability. The design has been updated to suit present-day tastes. There has been some noticeable changes in the styling. The car now comes with an all-new front fascia. The grille design is eye catching. The Toyota logo is prominent and the rounded headlights lend a true SUV character. Other changes include new rear and front bumpers, new alloy wheels, and restyled taillights. The ground clearance is high to challenge off-road terrains.

The 2024 Toyota land Cruiser isn’t the most comfortable car in its segment. The seats offer basic comfort but isn’t much suitable for long trips. Even driving gets a bit tiresome after a couple of hours. But with a boxy design, the cabin offers a lot of space. There’s a lot of headroom and legroom. The suspension is on the stiffer side because of the car’s off-road focus. The two front passenger seats gets electronic adjustment. The high ground clearance encourages the driver to go off-road. Most of the bumps and potholes are nicely absorbed by the suspension system. Only the larger road imperfections are felt inside the cabin. Toyota’s chassis is now 50 percent stiffer to ensure better stability. The windows are large and makes the cabin feel more airy. The windscreen is expansive and offers a commanding view of the road. There are a number of handy storage spaces in the cabin.

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 70 is equipped with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 2.8-litre diesel engine that produces 204 PS/340 Nm. The motor is mated to an 8-speed automatic which is standard across all models. The powertrain guarantees a dynamic off-road performance that’s synonymous with the Land Cruiser 70. The car is mounted on a traditional ladder-on-frame chassis that lends extra sturdiness. The steering wheel is nicely balanced and handling doesn’t require much effort.

The 2024 Land Cruiser 70 is equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 3.0 system that includes auto-control lighting, and the new pre-crash safety system. The car comes with a back camera and parking sensors. There are multiple drive-start control functions. The TSS 3.0 is a great safety suite and provides peace of mind even when shifting gears and parking. The 2024 Land Cruiser 70 gets disc brakes on all four wheels. 

At a starting price of AED 169,900, the 2024 Land Cruiser 70 is among the most expensive cars in its class. But since it’s an iconic vehicle among SUVs, Toyota hasn’t much experimented with its design. The solidly built car offers a reassuring drive. Off-road enthusiasts will love the hardy and rugged new Land Cruiser 70.