On Russian territory off-road vehicles are rarely used for their intended purpose. Perhaps this is why there are fewer and fewer of them. However, there are some brands that are virtually unaffected. For example, Toyota. The years pass by and Land Cruiser 200 remains virtually unchanged. Exactly the same frame body type as before, the same transmission, suspension and engines. Moreover, if you believe the rumors, the situation with the Kruzaks will not change in any way in the coming years. Despite this, for last year 11,351 cars were sold.

Attention! Even though this is a whopping 22% less than last year, this car still ranks higher than almost all of its competitors.

Owner reviews

Review by Kirill, Land Cruiser 200, Vladimir

Hi all. I purchased it a few months ago new TLC 200. The maintenance was done right on site at the dealer. Overall I liked the car. However, after about 9000 km, an error appeared on the monitor. I turned down the engine. That's all. It didn't start again. I called a tow truck and took it back to the salon. They filmed it in front of me there fuel tank, took the oil and fuel for examination. To all my questions, what should I do, they say everything is decided by Moscow. Like they will find a problem, then everything will be solved. I am writing this review for potential buyers, and for those who hope to receive real information.

Don't throw mud at the Land Cruiser 200. Cool car. You just need to figure out all the possible problems in advance and weak points oh, what all cars have.

Review by Denis, Land Cruiser 200, Perm
Hello! A little more than three months have passed since the purchase, I have traveled 7 thousand kilometers. There are already some impressions, you can leave a review. Unfortunately, previous owner Apparently he didn’t really pamper the car with frequent, timely maintenance.

After two years of driving a Nissan Terrano, I forgot what it means to replace the timing belt. Then I decided to change it immediately, since I couldn’t find any stories about maintenance. After reading reviews from other owners of similar cars, I decided to immediately change the pump and oil seal on the camshaft. As a precaution, I also cleaned the starter. By the way, it’s not all in vain. The roller has already begun to make a little noise, and the belt is somewhat cracked. Otherwise I left it as is. So far everything is fine.

Review by Alexey, Toyota Landcruiser 200, Magadan

As practice has shown, the car is quite heavy. It feels as if you are driving a Gaza 53 or a ZIL.))) Plus there are problems with parking. The most normal speed on the highway is 100 kilometers. However, the full potential can only be unlocked when driving off-road. This is truly a monster. Any slides, dirt pits. It doesn't matter. True, I couldn’t get out of the deep snow once. But I think this is more likely due to the wrong tires.

Review Anatoly, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Vladivostok
I read reviews about the Land Cruiser 200 with a diesel engine and decided to tell my story. This is my second car. The previous one, also a Land Cruiser, by the way, completely suited me. But over time I wanted even more comfort. As soon as I saw it in the car showroom updated SUV, with a diesel engine and in a luxury configuration, I immediately bought it. Naturally, he gave me such long-awaited comfort. Leather interior Brown made with luxury. All seats are heated, and the front two are also ventilated. The car is not much different from the previous modification. But I like this classic look much better. Despite the fact that the diesel engine is more powerful here, this is not noticeable in practice. The dynamics are at the level, but we cannot say that they are excellent. I was especially pleased with the brakes. Overall, I got exactly what I needed and nothing more.

Review by Sergey, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Samara

Hello! I decided to put my iron horse. This is the most big car of all the ones I had. In principle, I'm happy with the car. It is comfortable and reliable. However, there are some nuances that, in my opinion, all future owners of the diesel Land Cruiser 200 should be aware of. The manufacturer released the car only in a luxury configuration. It certainly commands respect on the roads, but it’s not cheap either. Also for diesel version expensive CASCO. Otherwise I like everything comfortable salon, respectable appearance.

Review by Alexandra, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Perm
In my opinion, the appearance of the car is beautiful. This is my first car with a diesel engine. It accelerates not with a jerk, but gradually and slowly. Naturally, it’s not for racing, but it’s enough to keep you in the flow. I was afraid that the interior would not warm up well in winter. But this is more likely due to rumors. In the first 10 minutes the front of the cabin warms up with a bang. It takes longer for the heat to reach the rear seats, but this is so uncritical that I don’t consider it a minus. I am pleased with the excellent sound insulation. The car is quiet at any speed. Separately, I would like to note the car’s suspension. In many reviews of the 2016 Land Cruiser 200 with diesel, car owners praise this particular part. LC seems to float above the road. We can safely say that it was created specifically for Russian roads. All irregularities go unnoticed.

Review by Vitaly, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Sevastopol
When choosing a car, appearance was of particular importance to me. In the end, I settled on the classics of jeep building. And indeed this appearance passes through time. It took me some time to get used to the rather large dimensions of the car. But then I even liked it, especially the reaction of people when you ride this fortress on wheels.
But as for me, there is nothing special in the interior. Upon inspection, my gaze did not catch anything. The car is expensive and new, but the interior looks ordinary. Normal and familiar material and setting. There is no sense of premium at all. But the size of the cabin covered up the lackluster impression of the ambiance. The front seats are so comfortable that long journey I'm not particularly tired. There is much more space in the back row. The children are delighted. And the trunk is huge. Anything can fit there. There is usually still a lot of space left.

Review by Alexey, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Moscow

After 1.5 years of operation, I can safely say that the car is worth the money and there is no alternative to it. In general, the car is designed for all roads, but we must not forget that it is a 3-ton giant. In another review of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 diesel, I read that these three tons were simply stuck in the snow due to the driver’s negligence. My cruiser also got stuck in the snow a couple of times, and I had to dig it out for 4 hours each time. But he always went out on his own without anyone else’s help. One day, snow got stuck in the transfer case, where it turned into ice, after which the electronics failed. Only the dealer in Moscow solved the problem.
I also encountered a situation where all the checks on the dashboard lit up. Then I simply disconnected the terminals from the battery, waited about five minutes, and put everything back together. After which everything fell into place. There were no more problems with the car. In cold weather it always starts and drives well. In summer, 2 air conditioners work great.

Review by Anton, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Chelyabinsk
I never intended to buy such a car, I would never have believed that I would have a Kruzak. No, I have nothing against this model, the appearance is decent, everything is in order, but I don’t really like jeeps. I used to only buy sedans. For my birthday, I decided to give myself a gift - a black Land Cruiser 200, mileage 100 thousand.

I like the car. Among the advantages: previously, when parking, you had to make sure that the bumper did not touch the pavement, but now you can just drive until the wheel hits. I often go to visit relatives; I had to get stuck in a traffic jam in a sedan, but in a jeep you can just get around. Good acceleration, capable of giving a head start to my old Mazda, and many others. It sits very comfortably, my friend (weight 120 kg and height 2 meters) says that finally he can fit in my car. In general, the car is roomy (convenient to transport cargo). The downside is that the machine is very noisy (poor insulation) and consumes quite a lot. Overall I was pleased with the purchase.

Review by Ibragim, Toyota Land Cruiser 200, Murmansk

I bought the model in 2011, in white. I took a new one to order. Today the mileage is about 50 thousand kilometers. Based on reviews from the owners, I consciously bought a diesel Toyota Land Cruiser 200. Before this I had a Prado, I also bought it new. The fact is that I often travel outside the city, to areas where the roads are bad. Therefore, when buying a car there was not much choice.

If you buy a 200, then it’s better to choose only diesel. The first reason is taxes, the second is expenses. And I’m not interested in the opinions of those who say that I spent 3 million on a car, but regretted pennies on fuel. But in the end the cost is not a penny at all, for example, if you take annual mileage 40 thousand kilometers, and why overpay? If it were sold with an electric battery, I would certainly buy it to save money.

The car is great. Everything is fine, everything is in its place. The interior and trunk are quite roomy. Some people don't like that the maps aren't completely complete. But this doesn’t bother me, it’s hard to get lost on the federal highway, big cities are in the program, and you can go hunting or recreation using the coordinates.

conclusions

A modern prestigious car must meet all consumer needs. It should have these by default specifications, How:

• Four-wheel drive.
• Powerful power unit.
• The package must include a complete set of all electronic systems.

All this was combined into Toyota Land Cruiser 200. In addition to the one familiar to drivers ABS systems, there is a stabilization system, a system of assistance when descending a slope and an assistance system when ascending a slope. Reviews of the Land Cruiser 200 diesel engine indicate that this car was created specifically for Russia.

The Toyota company has long established itself as a global brand that produces quality cars. Just look at the Land Cruiser line. These cars have always been in demand in Russia and are considered a real bestseller. This model combines excellent off-road quality and reliability. True, this car cannot be called a status car. Although this applies more to predecessors. Let's take a closer look at the Land Cruiser 200 (diesel). Owner reviews of this car are almost always positive, but not without criticism.

Some general information

The so-called “two hundred” is produced with three power units- these are two gasoline engines with a capacity of 288 and 309 hp. With. and a 4.5 liter turbodiesel. All three engines have one significant drawback - the water pump. Typical problem The problem with the pump is that it leaks very often. This ultimately leads to the most tragic consequences.

As for the diesel engine, it is a very reliable internal combustion engine. True, until 2009, this power unit had significant oil consumption due to waste. But if you look at forums on the Internet, the information here is contradictory. For some, consumption actually exceeded all permissible standards, while others did not complain. According to dealer information, normal flow oil should be about 1 liter per 2-3 thousand kilometers.

Many people prefer to purchase the 1VD-FTV engine. Motorists often talk about this in their reviews. "Land Cruiser 200" (diesel) has a very pleasant sound and a good service life. There are specimens that have traveled about 500 thousand kilometers. In engines produced before 2012, the oil had to be changed every 5 thousand km, in later models - after 10,000 km.

Minimal changes

The Land Cruiser 200 first appeared in 2007. This car turned out to be so successful and sold that it is still produced today. The developers changed the new body to a minimum so as not to scare away potential customers. Of course, some options have been added that simply did not exist 10 years ago. This car combines off-road qualities and modern equipment. Exactly high level reliability and manufacturability, as well as a fairly brutal and large body attracts many buyers.

Very appreciated in Russia high cross-country ability car. Considering the poor quality of the road surface, this is not surprising. It is worth noting that the most significant changes affected this car in 2012. This is exactly what many motorists think, as their reviews indicate. The Land Cruiser 200 (diesel) has moved on to the next generation, or so it seems.

About external and internal changes

It is hardly worth saying that the most popular type of engine in Russia is diesel. Feedback from Land Cruiser 200 owners boils down to the fact that for our country this is the most optimal power unit, as it is extremely reliable and durable. But of the three engines offered to choose from, the V8 is the weakest, only 253 hp. With. Nevertheless, this is more than enough for many drivers. The car’s engine remained virtually unchanged during production, although its basic systems were somewhat modernized, but more on that later.

Even new body not much different from the old one, although the designers still did some work here. The head optics have been redone. She became more expressive and clear. Also added turn signals to side mirrors. This is done more for security purposes. The car is large in size, so light signals on it are large and bright. We added some chrome to the handles and moldings, and moved the PTF. For the rest, they decided to leave everything as it is, because many people like the Land Cruiser just so brutal and not “sleek.”

"Toyota Land Cruiser 200" (diesel): reviews from owners

The interior has changed much more. After all, it is the interior that critics, and drivers too, pay most attention to. Therefore, the Japanese did a great job here. The main task of the developers was to make the car interior more spacious, of higher quality and more representative. To do this, it is necessary to improve its already good quality with more expensive materials.

The interior trim has been significantly improved. It has become even more pleasant and durable. It is clear that all the seams are even and without protruding threads or other “jambs”. Wood and chrome inserts also appeared. The interior of the Land Cruiser is dominated by a dark gray tone. This color is not annoying and looks very attractive. True, dry cleaning will have to be done more often, but the owners of such a car can afford it.

According to consumers, dashboard has changed for the better. The center console received new lighting, and it itself became a little larger. If the 2007 models did not have some technical solutions that were already installed on Mercedes or BMW, now they have everything they need, even seat ventilation and a heated steering wheel. This is exactly what we got, at least this can be understood by reading consumer reviews on the forums. "Toyota Land Cruiser 200" - diesel in the latest body - is a high-tech car all-terrain. It allows you to not only drive confidently over rough terrain, but also do it comfortably.

Improved ergonomics

The Japanese company is also famous for listening to its consumers. For example, let's look at some consumer reviews. The Land Cruiser 200, a 2008 diesel, could not boast of high-quality music. This has been fixed. Now in the center console there is a magnificent multimedia "Pioneer". Even true music lovers, who usually invest a lot of money in car audio, are satisfied. The touch screen is large and convenient. Just a few touches and your favorite music is already playing in the cabin.

Now this car can be safely classified as a premium class car. After all, this SUV has a really high level of reliability and overall build quality. The developers made sure that the cabin was comfortable not only for the driver, but also for the passengers. The seats are adjustable in three planes. You can also customize your lumbar spine. The separate climate control system has been redesigned. Now even rear passengers can adjust the airflow to suit them. It is due to such ergonomics and manufacturability that many people buy this car.

Choice of power unit

As noted above, the Japanese offer three engines to choose from, all of them with eight cylinders (V8):

• petrol, volume 4.7 liters - 290 l. With.;
• petrol, volume 4.6 liters - 309 liters. With.;
• turbodiesel, volume 4.5 liters - 235 liters. With.

Turbodiesel is considered the most popular. It is not as fast and powerful as the others, but it has a very pleasant sound and reliability. Reviews of the 2016 Land Cruiser 200 (diesel) indicate that it is very economical. In a combined cycle, the engine consumes about 10 liters. For a car of this size, this is quite a bit, especially considering that the power unit is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Gasoline internal combustion engines in a mixed cycle they burn about 13 liters, even this figure can be considered quite moderate.

It should be noted that there are still not many diesel Land Cruisers in Russia. This is due to the fact that they are extremely expensive and difficult to maintain. Benzie new motor less picky about the quality of fuel, which we have is not the best. However, many people prefer diesel engine. It is less problematic if used correctly. If you refuel in one place and service the internal combustion engine on time, then it will run back to the first overhaul quite a bit of.

"Land Cruiser 200" (diesel): fuel consumption, reviews and something else

As noted above, diesel engine 4.5 liters consumes about 10 liters of fuel in the combined cycle. But this is passport data, which is only correct if the car’s electronic systems are fully operational. If the car is used and something in the fuel system is not working correctly, then it hardly makes sense to count on such numbers. But in any case, a diesel power unit is more economical than a gasoline one. Many drivers note that on average they can save more than 20% on fuel.

Consumer reviews indicate that real consumption in a combined cycle it is about 13 liters. If we take into account that in summer time The air conditioner is almost always running, then all 15-16 liters will come out. This is already significantly different from what the Japanese indicate in their passport data. But a gasoline engine will consume even more.

Often average consumption is about 20 liters and is considered completely normal. After all, the car weighs about three tons. And the V8 itself is quite heavy, but torquey. If you take into account that the car is stuffed with a large number electrical equipment, which is powered by a generator, and it creates a load on the engine, then the more light bulbs are turned on, the more fuel will be burned. One thing is for sure - this is not an economically profitable car. The owner must be prepared for high fuel costs. Although diesel can still be considered very economical compared to gasoline power units. If fuel system is working properly, then the engine should not consume more than 15-16 liters.

Details about the running car

This part of the car is responsible for the comfort and safety of movement. The Japanese did not skimp here, therefore, as befits any self-respecting SUV, there are large parts here. It is worth paying attention at least to the front arms and ball joints. All this looks very reliable and not only because of its large dimensions and weight. Although there are an order of magnitude more “childhood” diseases in the chassis of this car, this is evidenced by reviews from the owners. The Land Cruiser 200 (4.5-liter diesel engine) sometimes tends to drive aggressively. But brake discs do not like this behavior, they are especially afraid of sudden cooling.

As for the hubs, they last no more than 100,000 kilometers, although there are specimens that last a little longer, but this happens extremely rarely. What makes the chassis attractive is the presence of a solid rear axle. Even for an SUV this is very rare.

But as for the service life of the vehicle’s chassis parts, it is very difficult to talk about specific numbers. Too much depends on operating conditions and driving style. Stabilizer struts, ball and control arms can last only 30 thousand km, or even 200,000. There are so-called “everyday” problems that you always encounter, and it’s very difficult to get rid of them. These include:

• knocking of the rear row of seats;
• breakdown of the heater fan and driver's seat ventilation;
• failure of the climate control processor;
• breakdown of fog light mounts;
• breakdown of the window lift motor and headlight washer, etc.

All this seems like a small thing, but service stations charge good money for repairs. As for engine systems, there are often no complaints from consumers.

Expert opinion

It's also worth taking a look at what critics think and considering their reviews. The Land Cruiser 200 (4.5 liter diesel) cannot boast of phenomenal power, but even after 120 km/h the car accelerates confidently, so this monster still has dynamics. Although many experts note that the diesel engine is still somewhat sluggish. For lovers of drive, a 309 hp petrol engine is more suitable. With.

However, the car itself is not conducive to aggressive driving. She can get out of deep mud, from where an ordinary SUV would get stuck up to her ears. But here on high speed taking turns on the highway or drifting is not about the “200”.

Very often we hear complaints about the front lower control arms. They are massive and good looking. But the non-removable one confuses spherical bearing. It turns out that if play appears in this hinge, it is necessary to change the entire lever. And this pleasure is not cheap. Although after warranty period You can still install a collapsible type ball and forget about this problem forever. In general, car critics give the car a solid four.

Let's sum it up

Very often you can find mixed reviews from car owners. "Land Cruiser 200" (diesel) often evokes only positive emotions. But there are also those motorists who expected something more. In principle, their opinion can be considered completely justified, because not everyone will be happy with paying 5 million rubles for the maximum configuration or 3 million for the basic one and getting something other than what they expected.

At the same time, we cannot say that the car has any obvious flaws or defects. Everything about the Land Cruiser is fine, both with the interior, the engine and the chassis. Perhaps it would be worth installing a more serious braking system. After all, very often consumers note that the car does not stop very well at high speeds. But, on the other hand, 3 tons of metal cannot be stopped abruptly. The most pleasing thing is that already basic equipment can be considered rich in electronics. "Prestige" (base) will cost about 3 million rubles. There will already be all kinds of active and passive safety, rain and light sensors. In general, many people prefer the “base” and are satisfied.

What is the difference between a diesel Land Cruiser 200 and a gasoline one, how to avoid dozing off while driving both versions, and something about a very important button. Before going to new Land Cruiser 200 on an extreme trip to the mountains or over shell roofs in your own backyard, be sure to use the RSCA OFF button.

It disables the side curtain airbags and seat belt pretensioners. The instructions say to press it when your ride is likely to end in a rollover. It’s just better to immediately buy a second LC 200, because after using this button the first one is unlikely to be restored. And even if it survives, you still want to check whether the “200th” ford can overcome the declared depth of 700 mm? This applies to both petrol and diesel versions, but we will start our comparative test with the last one.

WHY DOES IT RATTLE?
You will immediately recognize the diesel Land Cruiser 200 by its tractor sound, disgusting brakes and sluggish acceleration, which almost ends immediately after 140 km/h. Why is he rattling like that? I haven’t heard such a wild rumble from under the hood since the days of in-line six-cylinder diesel engines on old “hundreds” cars. The Discovery TDV6 rumbles in approximately the same way when, after a journey, its tank runs out of Finnish diesel fuel and our liquid is filled with it.

I accelerated and, when a line of cars loomed ahead, stuck in front of a speed bump, I began to slow down, leaving ahead of me, as it seemed to me, enough room for maneuver. Phew! What mistake! The red Peugeot 207, which had been getting under my feet before, saw my rapid approach in the rearview mirror, quickly came out of its stupor and passed the speed bump. Snorting in surprise (why japanese cars do they brake like the American ones?), I stopped to take a breath and at the same time adjust the seat settings.

The seat back, or rather its electrical adjustment, was broken. With a car Toyota brands this couldn’t happen, especially with a new one... Just now I was pushing on the brake pedal, resting all my weight right on the back of the seat, which means that others were struggling in the same way before me. What servo can handle this?

Trying not to disturb the brake pedal, I drove onto the Novorizhskaya highway, and up to a speed of 110–120 km/h everything looked ordinary. The next overtaking required raising the speedometer needle to 130–140 km/h, and suddenly the revolutions dropped from 3500 to 3000, and the next gear was engaged. The traction disappeared in the very middle of the maneuver. Further overtaking was carried out using the manual mode of the automatic transmission. But he didn't help much. This diesel engine runs briskly only at low speeds, with such character it is good in the city and on dirt, and not on the highway.

DON'T SLEEP!
Ahead of us was the Zvenigorod quarry. For insurance, we have enlisted the help of Land Rover Defender 110 to pull the “200th” out of the off-road trap at the right moment. Confidence in the future did not leave us while we were plowing through ravines, assessing the capabilities of the Toyota LC 200, and then the Defender sat down in a ravine.

The shot in which the “two hundredth” is pulling the “one hundred and tenth” with a cable would look good on the wall at the Moscow Toyota representative office, but we will never give this photo to them. We'll hang it in the editorial office.

How incredibly boring Toyota nearby with all other SUVs! She just drives along the road, then gets over the snow, then drives up a hill... etc. I would put a huge blinking sign in it with a buzzer: "DO NOT SLEEP!" Because after ten minutes behind the wheel of a 200, the driver easily starts snoring. I was yawning after about five minutes. She is too correct - and no emotions.

Fighting sleep, we continued the test on snow and ice. The Toyota diesel engine, producing 615 Nm of torque in the range of 1800–2200 rpm, drove the car in the snow both with the engine turned on and off. traction control system. An active stabilizer helped with cross-country ability and comfortable movement over rough terrain. It maximized axle articulation while keeping the wheels in contact with the road at all times. The only thing that confused the diesel LC 200 was the icy rise of about 30 degrees. However, with good acceleration, even this height gave way.

As a result, having received the maximum number of points for off-road driving and the most modest score for driving on the highway, the “two hundredth” was sent to the Toyota dealership garage. And we, having cleared our stuck eyelids and desperately fighting the elephant yawn, went for a bucket of eleutherococcus.

CRAWL FASTER
The next day I was already behind the wheel of a petrol Land Cruiser 200 to compare both versions in hot pursuit. And the difference between them is not only in the engines. The petrol LC 200, unlike the diesel one, is equipped with “crawling control”. The system for automatically maintaining a set speed when going off-road has three modes: 1 km/h, 3 km/h and 5 km/h. In this case, crawl control includes electronic assistant when going down the mountain.

Is it really that simple? Turn the lever and drive without touching the pedals? Switching to the slowest setting of 1 km/h, I headed over the icy drops, trying to look relaxed. However, this failed because the soft, comfortable Land Cruiser vibrated strongly to the sound of the noise. brake pads. Then we had to switch to the 3 km/h mode, our off-road conditions are not that extreme. But the fastest “creeping control” mode – 5 km/h – turned out to be even more suitable for civilian purposes. It is most likely the main one for owners of petrol versions of the Land Cruiser 200.

Off-road cruise control allows you to concentrate only on maneuvering, without being distracted by manipulating the gas pedal, and this alone saves a lot of mental and physical energy of the driver, who is trying with all his might not to damage the bumpers and sides of the car, the queue for which is longer than for benefits at the Social Security .

But in a debate with the diesel version on off-road, the gasoline version still seemed worse, despite the fashionable crawl control. The diesel engine easily climbs changes and pulls more confidently on long climbs, and, most importantly, for this you do not need to be distracted by the crawl control toggle switches and calculate the speed required at the moment. A high-torque diesel will pull you out anyway.

MATERIAL PART: TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 200

FEAR KAMAZ
According to the passport data, acceleration to hundreds for the diesel version (eight cylinders and 4.5 liters) is 8.6 s, and for the petrol version (eight cylinders and 4.7 liters) it is 9.2 s. Driving along the highways near Moscow on a diesel engine, I was never able to accelerate to 180 km/h, but on a gasoline engine I did it easily and without any effort. In the sprint up to one hundred kilometers per hour, diesel is first, but then it’s clearly not. After 3200 rpm, the diesel engine does not pull, and the gasoline engine just wakes up. Hence the conclusion: the diesel version is not universal, but the configuration with a gasoline engine and crawl control system is quite adequate.

It's a pity. Diesel consumes almost half as much fuel as gasoline and is excellent off-road. But 90% of our country roads are two-lane dark testing grounds for half-dead KAMAZ vehicles, and the topic of extreme overtaking is too relevant to ignore.

FOUR WITH PLUS
Land Cruiser – calm family car, averaged over all parameters from birth. Not only in acceleration, but also in suspension. It seems that roll in corners and longitudinal sway are clearly present, but they do not interfere with driving. The smooth ride is combined with remarkable energy intensity, in which no speed bumps are scary. Directional stability far from the best in the class, the steering wheel is too pandering to the weak and dystrophic office rats.

Some call it “cruiser”, others “cruiser”. There is an option - “cruiser”. Yakut police say "krauser". Now the gloomy nickname “two hundredth” has appeared. Either way, it's noticeably worse. Range Rover and better than Nissan Pathfinder Armada. He has B+ in all subjects, and therefore he is extremely boring. So it was and so it will be if, fed up with everyday life, you do not get to the RSCA OFF button. Since you're going to do this anyway, let me remind you that the TLC 200 is rated to handle 100 percent grade (45 degrees), but the approach angle is 32 degrees, so the front bumper will have to be scrapped after that climb. But one of your Toyotas is still a throwaway...

Toyota Land Cruiser

Description of Land Cruiser

Toyota Land Cruiser is a legendary SUV that has been produced for more than 60 years. The Land Cruiser is based on a frame body structure, dependent rear suspension and independent front suspension. Traditionally, there is a high level of comfort, off-road qualities, reliability, and all these advantages together have ensured the model serious popularity, even despite the high price tag. In the model range, the Toyota Land Cruiser stands higher and is also the flagship of Toyota, along with the simplified one.

Competitors include Range Rover, , Chevrolet Tahoe, Cadillac Escalade, / and other large SUVs. By analogy with the Prado, based on the Toyota Land Cruiser, the luxury division of Toyota produces a model with almost the same appearance. In addition, it was also produced — a modern version of the Land Cruiser J40.
Considering the weight (far beyond 2 tons) and huge dimensions, the engines on the Toyota Land Cruiser 100/200 are V8 with a displacement of 4.6 to 5.7 liters, for inexpensive versions there is a 4-liter V6, diesel only V8, on the Land Cruiser 100, together with V8, in-line sixes were also used, but they were abandoned in the new generation. Here you will find all the necessary descriptions of TLK motors, full technical specifications, faults, repairs, tuning, service life, oil and more.

14.11.2016

Toyota Land Cruiser) – one of the most successful SUVs in the world, its popularity is so great that legends are formed about it. “Kruzak” has long ceased to be just a car; for many it is status and image. Depending on the generation of the car, you can roughly describe who its owner is and what he does. Because it's new this car affordable only for wealthy people, many amateurs legendary SUV In order to fulfill their dream, they are forced to buy a used Toyota Land Cruiser 200, but you will learn from this article what you need to pay attention to in order not to be disappointed in the legend.

A little history:

The history of this model goes back more than 60 years, and this version the car is the ninth generation of the legendary frame SUV. The car debuted at the end of 2007 and continues to be produced to this day. The car is built on the same platform as the Lexus LX 570, the design is also partially borrowed from this model, but the frame is borrowed from the second generation of the Toyota Tundra model. For the Land Cruiser it was partially shortened, while its rigidity was increased by 20%. In 2002, a five-year program to develop the Land Cruiser 200 was launched, and prototypes were tested from 2004 to 2007.

Compared with previous versions of this generation, the roof pillars were significantly strengthened, which significantly increased safety when the vehicle overturned. In 2012, the car underwent restyling, during which the following were changed: front optics (LED strips of daytime running lights were added to it); running lights), rear and front bumper, radiator grille. In 2013, a new 4.6-liter engine (309 hp) was added; the peculiarity of this engine is that it has an aluminum block, direct injection, phase shifters, and is also equipped intake manifold variable length. Some options such as engine start button, navigation system, a rear view camera and heated seats throughout the cabin are included in the basic package.

Weaknesses of Toyota Land Cruiser 200 with mileage

When operating a Toyota Land Cruiser 200 in our latitudes, over time, some troubles of a purely aesthetic nature may appear. Thus, in particular, chips and scratches appear on the paintwork, and chrome elements quickly lose their original appearance. If the car is used in a metropolis, where the roads are liberally sprinkled with reagents, you need to monitor the condition of the frame, especially the place where the Vin number car. To prevent the frame from rusting, it should be generously treated with anti-corrosion agent every three years. Quite often the rear door lock switch fails.

Power units

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is equipped with gasoline engines 4.0 (243 hp), 4.5 (265 hp), 4.6 (309, 319 hp), 4.7 (288 hp), 5.7 (381 hp). s.) and diesel 4.5 (235, 272 and 288 hp). The most popular among car enthusiasts is the 4.5 diesel engine; cars with a 4.6 petrol engine are much less common. The 5.7 engine is found only on cars imported from the USA, and the 4.0 is found from the Emirates. As operating experience has shown, the turbodiesel engine is quite reliable, but there are still minor complaints about it. Thus, on cars manufactured from 2008 to 2010, with a mileage of 100,000 km and above, oil consumption increased significantly, depending on the mileage, consumption is 200-500 grams per 1000 km.

It would seem that the consumption is not so high, but the problem is that this engine has a normal waste consumption of up to 200 grams per 10,000 km. The reason for the increased oil appetite of the engine lies in a malfunction vacuum pump brake booster. With this malfunction, the pump forces air into the engine crankcase, which increases internal pressure, which contributes to increased consumption oil, including through the blower pipe. Replacing the vacuum pump will cost 600 USD. Due to poor quality diesel fuel owners have to change them quite often fuel filter, good, new filter It’s inexpensive – 30-50 USD. A common problem with both diesel and gasoline engines– leakage of the cooling system pump, which begins after 80-100 thousand kilometers. The cost of an original new pump is about 200 USD; for a non-original one they ask for about 100 USD. If this problem If not corrected in time, there is a high probability of engine overheating, which leads to expensive repairs of the power unit.

Transmission

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is equipped only with a six-speed automatic transmission. This transmission is very reliable, but some shortcomings were identified during operation. So, in particular, at a mileage of more than 100,000 km, owners encounter shocks and jerks when changing gears. The reason is the biting of the cardan shaft crosspieces; if the owner paid attention to this defect in time, then to solve it it was enough to inject the cardan shaft; if this no longer helped, the cardan had to be changed.

Chassis of Toyota Land Cruiser 200

Suspension is one of the strong features of this car, at the front it is independent, on two parallel levers on each side, at the rear there is a continuous axle with a Panhard rod. Controlled stabilizers are installed at the front and rear lateral stability equipped with hydraulic cylinders. When driving off-road, the stabilizers become softer, resulting in improved cross-country ability, and smooth road– everything is the other way around, which helps improve controllability and stability. The main suspension elements have a fairly long service life - about 200,000. The weak points include struts and bushings rear stabilizer, serve an average of 60-80 thousand km and front wheel bearings– up to 100,000 km.

One of the few weak points of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is considered steering, a knocking sound in the steering wheel can begin even after 40,000 km; in such cases, dealers replace the entire steering column. Traditionally for this model, brake system demands to himself special attention; At each maintenance, it is necessary to lubricate the calipers, otherwise they will begin to sour. Also, you need to monitor the condition of the caliper piston boots, as they tear very often.

Salon

The interior of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is made of high-quality finishing materials, but due to not enough high-quality assembly, crickets still appear in it. Most often, they bother extraneous sounds glove compartment, headrests, rear seats and trunk. After 100,000 km, the heater motor begins to whistle, this is due to the fact that its bushings are worn out, a new motor will cost 300 USD.

Result:

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is a car for all occasions. The biggest advantage of this car is its reliability, and if you are looking for a car that very rarely needs to be repaired, then the 200th Kruzak is exactly what you need. Another plus of this car is that it slowly depreciates by secondary market. Most importantly, before buying this car, be sure to check it on all possible bases for theft, since this model is considered one of the leaders in theft rate.

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Best regards, editor AutoAvenue