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2010 Toyota Landcruiser Prado: Off-Road Tech Detailed

Tony O'Kane | Oct 19, 2009

LAST MONTH, Toyota unveiled the 2010 Landcruiser Prado, dropping the covers with simultaneous reveals in Japan and at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Toyota has kept details of the Prado's off-road equipment and technology under its hat in the weeks since, but today the world 'number one' has released new information.

Promising improved driving dynamics both off and on-road, the new Prado is marginally bigger, more aerodynamic and more powerful than the model it replaces.

Toyota has enhanced the Prado's 4.0 litre V6 with the addition of its VVT-i variable valve timing system on both inlet and exhaust cams, bumping power output up by more than 10 percent. Torque is up, while fuel economy and emissions performance are also improved.

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In addition, the Prado's 3.0 litre turbodiesel powerplant has undergone some subtle refinements for 2010, boasting a combined fuel economy figure under 9.0 l/100km.

The body is now 80mm longer, 10mm wider and 15mm lower. The lower ride height, in conjunction with a host of aerodynamic undertrays, helps reduce the Prado's drag coefficient from 0.37 to 0.35.

Body styling is heavily revised. The 2010 Prado features a new grille, new bumpers, new light clusters and new sheetmetal all around.

LED taillights are now a standard feature of the Prado, as are wing mirror-mounted LED indicators.

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Suspension tunes have been revised for 2010 with claimed improvements in handling, stability and ride comfort, utilising a new Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) that automatically adjusts the front and rear anti-roll bars.

Designed for comfort on and off the road, KDSS provides enhanced stability during on-road driving while allowing longer suspension travel for tackling off-road trips.

The new Prado is fitted with Toyota’s CRAWL system, now a standard feature on the larger LandCruiser 200 Series.

Designed to assist drivers navigate tricky terrain, CRAWL is a ‘feet-off’ control system that operates in low-range and replaces Downhill Assist Control.

The system has been designed to minimise wheel spin and lock on rocky and sandy tracks, also making itself useful in escaping mud traps.

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Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) is a brand new feature by Toyota, working as an off-road version of the condition settings available with many new high-end sportscars.

Incorporating Multi-Terrain ABS, the system offers a wide range of slip control, providing maximum traction for situations involving mud and sand, loose rocks, moguls and rocks.

Joining the MTS system, the Multi-Terrain Monitor displays images from all sides of the vehicle on the Prado's in-dash display.

Downhill Assist Control maintains speed and stability when descending slopes, and Hill-start Assist Control minimises roll-back when beginning an ascent up a steep incline.

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Similar again to features available in newer sportscars, Toyota's Adaptive Variable Suspension lets the driver specify ride characteristics via three pre-tuned damper settings.

Seven airbags, stability control and traction control are to be offered as standard across the 2010 Prado range, however precise Australian specifications have yet to be revealed.

The 2010 Toyota Landcruiser Prado is slated to go on sale in November of this year, with pricing details to be revealed in the coming weeks.

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  • Steven says,
    3 years ago
    Is this thing primarily an off roader or an on roader? What's the difference between this and the Kluger?
  • craigMM says,
    3 years ago
    no details of how much heavier it is? I'd hate to think! wouldn't surprise me if it was 100KG plus!
  • Tom says,
    3 years ago
    The 2010 Prado, now with added ugly. Seriously everytime Toyota updates their 4WD's they get bigger. How many do you need, you have the Landcruiser 200 series, the 110 series, the 70 series, Prado, Kluger and RAV4. I thought the Prado was supposed to be a mini-200 series, ie capable offroad, but by dropping the ride height and making it bigger, they are re-aiming it back to being a softroader, which is what the Kluger is!
  • Godspeed says,
    3 years ago
    As Tom said the Prado is meant to be an off-road medium-sized SUV, like Nissan's Pathfinder. The Kluger is a "soft-roader" medium-sized SUV and can be had with 2WD only.

    This is also reflected in the 2 cars' spec / equipment packs with the Prado being more utility / off-road focused with DAT stuff like hill descent control while the Kluger's features are more family oriented such as DVD screens and auto-closing tailgates etc.

    You're right that they do keep getting bigger though, but that's just like every other manufacturer's cars.
  • Godspeed says,
    3 years ago
    With the advent and inevitable success of cars like the BMW X1 mini SUVs, and the RAV4 no longer being a "baby 4WD" Toyota and other manufacturers will probably release something akin to the original RAV's size in the near future as well to cater to that market.
  • Tomas79 says,
    3 years ago
    Yeah, like the others said, the Kluger is a softroader, while the Landcruiser 120 (Prado) is a offroad capable Medium Size 4wd Wagon.

    Godspeed, Toyota have urban cruiser in other markets which is even smaller then the RAV4.
  • PhilC says,
    3 years ago
    Gee, thats ugly.
  • Matt says,
    3 years ago
    Yeah, looks very plastic, like most new cars, it doesnt look that much uglier to the old prado. I hope they make a MANUAL FOR ALL VARIANTS. not all of us want the car to drive us.... some of us want to drive the car!! Wake up Toyota.
  • Matt says,
    3 years ago
    Yep it got the added ugly. And side mirror indicators. Bravo lol
  • auto says,
    3 years ago
    my only gripe is that ugly spare tyre being on the rear door
  • rajman says,
    3 years ago
    Anyone notice how 'korean' it looks? It's almost as if the japanese are lowering their standards to compete, yet the Korean's are raising theirs with European styling and so on. Anyone old enough would remember when the japanese first introduced cars in Oz, no-one would touch them. Then the korean's had the same effect, now Hyundai's a growing brand and we think the japanese cars are getting 'uglier'. Hmmm interesting.
  • Paddy says,
    3 years ago
    woot, more reason NOT to buy a toyota...
  • MurphyTheElf says,
    3 years ago
    Another strong vote for "ugly". Two, in fact. Every time I see a 200 series 'Cruiser on the road, I vomit in my mouth a little bit. The bubbly headlights, the Tonka-toy wheel arch bulges, the angular rear-end. The ugliness knows no bounds. Soon they'll be taking notes from Ssangyong....
  • Werner Toyota says,
    3 years ago
    If anyone else would like more information on this car please email me and I can assist you. The product is very exciting as there are a lot of 4WD features ie CRAWL Feature. Also having a Advanced saftey option. email if your interested in this vehicle.
  • Gerry says,
    3 years ago
    What's the towing capacity 2.5t or 3t?
  • Werner Toyota says,
    3 years ago
    The Towing Capacity is 3 Tonne on the 5 Door
  • Adrian says,
    3 years ago
    Geez, I thought the 200-series got a good blow with the ugly stick... This is Toyota's worst facelift ever!
  • AP says,
    3 years ago
    Seriously hope that the 2010 Prado has not compromised the touring range by putting in a floor folding third row of seats. Also happy to see that the spare has not been slung inder the tail - for the same reason.
    Anybody using a Prado for its intended purpose of long range remote bush touring will have range high on their selection criteria list (as I do). Congrats on getting the towing weight up to 3 t.
    Are there any details of power & torque outputs for the D4D engine yet?? Current D4D is a bloody beauty. Just back from a 10,000km bush trek towing a 7 m caravan and produced a trip average of 15.44 L/100km
  • Laurie Kelly says,
    3 years ago
    Have you any details on the Prado Grande
  • john dubbelman says,
    3 years ago
    I currently drive an D4D Prado. Will this new one have a 180 litre fuel tank?
    What about the tyre size...same as current model.
    Thanks
  • Werner toyota says,
    3 years ago
    It has a 150 litre fuel tank, and tyre size will be the same. the 3 doors drop the sub tank.
  • nixon says,
    3 years ago
    hi werner toyota, can u give me an indicative pricing for all of the 3dr range. i hope the grande won't exceed 70k for 3dr
  • Don says,
    3 years ago
    I put off buying the current model in favour of this this! It is really ugly, my dollars will be going elsewhere
  • Sarah says,
    3 years ago
    I'd love to know if you're all males going on about how the car looks??? All these comments about it not being pretty enough - hilarious laugh I hope when I tell my hubby about the car choices we have he doesn't ask for pictures...
  • Ahmad Wadan says,
    3 years ago
    Although Prado is a well-established brand name in Gulf region with very good resale value, but Toyota is getting it uglier and uglier! which makes me hesitating to get one.
  • NODDY says,
    3 years ago
    Ive been told by TMCA that the GXL is $5000 dearer and the Grande (Kakadu) is about $10000 dearer. !!
  • NODDY says,
    3 years ago
    Ive been told by dealer that the GXL is $5000 dearer and the Grande (Kakadu) is about $10000 dearer. !!
  • troy says,
    3 years ago
    i spoke to a toyota rep yesterday , he basically said the $$$ will be $5000 - $6000 more on top of what they are priced at now, i asked another dealership and he said the same, also better fuel economy for the diesel, but he said the petrol was up to 200kw, i wasn't sure about that he said it would run around town @17/L, but thats all heresay, but pricing is pretty spot on
  • shifter says,
    3 years ago
    i'll bet they still sell like hotcakes despite how ugly people are saying it is. The urban cowboys don't care, mums don't care - in fact the more truck like the better cred parked at the school gates.
  • John says,
    3 years ago
    Why do Toyota insist on making every new model larger. I currently drive a first series Kluger. Size is perfect for me. I am ready to trade but will not be looking at the new Kluger. Toyota is gradually losing my business.
  • Squishy says,
    3 years ago
    This new Prado is so ugly that surely even the yummy mummies will have to think again. It looks like a camry body stretched over an elephant.
  • Marcus says,
    3 years ago
    Recommended retail price for the Grande is $92,450. The Kakado will be a limited edition and does not have as many features as the Grande and it will retail for $86,230. Yes, a bit ugly but I am still going to buy a Grande to replace my lovely ten year old Prado.
  • Matt J says,
    3 years ago
    Now all Toyota needs in Australia is the actual Urban Cruiser!

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Urban_Cruiser
  • Werner Toyota says,
    3 years ago
    Marcus mate your wrong firstly on price and the fact that the Kakado is a limited edition.
  • conquistador says,
    3 years ago
    Just how does a car company extracate those "brand tragics" out of their perfectly adequate 3 year old rigs? and what of the prancers prowling the school pickup?

    Simple, make the car bigger..bigger is better right? No.. Its ruined the essence of so many cars the 3 series BM, Mazda 6, Mini, Falcon & Commodore have grown so large their buyers are forced to downsize. I could go on.

    Whilst its true manufacturers tend to fill the gaps by slotting in smaller models generally those models lack the features that made the original segment fillers (say for instance a transfer case) popular and because of it turn a better profit.
  • malcolm says,
    3 years ago
    While I can appreciate the market dictates which Prado version we receive here in Australia e.g. long range tank, wheel remaining on the back tailgate. Why is it not possible to offer your other version as an option and thereby broadening your market: afterall you are producing the vehicle for other overseas markets e.g. wheel underneath, glass lifting in tailgate , smaller tank. This was the version I was hoping to purchase.
  • Werner Toyota says,
    3 years ago
    The reason why it's not possible to have the overseas version is because the main purpose of the Prado is towing. Without the long range fuel tank and the full size wheel on the tailgate the 5 door could only tow 2000kg. So if your happy with that towing capacity and you want a lift up tailgate and not a large fuel tank your a Kluger buyer. Regards
  • nixon says,
    3 years ago
    werner toyota, can you pls give me a rough pricing guide for the 3dr ranges. I'd like to start budgetting for it now
  • malcolm guy says,
    3 years ago
    both the bmw x5 and the merc ml 320cdi are 3 ltr vehicles of similar weight; both with smaller tanks and spare wheel underneath. one has 2.7 and the 3.5 ton towing. It surprises me to hear the overseas model is rated so low. Having previously owned a prado 3 years ago I had been impressed with it and looked forward to what I saw of the 2010 model from japan on the net. I think now I will purchase another ml.
  • Required says,
    3 years ago
    I have a 2007 GX Diesel Prado with the options pack, and have no issues with performance or fuel consumption. On what I have seen and read of the 2010 model nothing there persuades me to upgrade.
  • sandi says,
    3 years ago
    For a family of three growing kids at holiday/travel time and to and from school and different sports, a Kluger is too small, a Land Cruiser is too big but the Prado is just right. By the specs of this new Prado, it sounds perfect.
  • john says,
    3 years ago
    We have and love a 2006 GXL Diesel and were going to up date and were told wait the new model is comming and will be better ETC ETC when we saw the new model and the specks we tried to source a 2009 only to be told there has been an unexpcted run on them and is dam near impossible to get one . the run on them came on about the time Toyota released the pics of the new one What is that telling you Toyota !!
  • chrieeco says,
    3 years ago
    has anyone noticed how suzuki-vitara looks this prado has from the rear? they really got it wrong
  • noddy says,
    3 years ago
    anybody know or heard of the towing capacity for the prado 5dr turbo diesel gxl. I know the tank capacity is 150 litres due to the seat folding into the floor. i saw a new color called steel grey on the road the other day and its the hero colour!!
    noddy
  • Doug says,
    3 years ago
    If towing capacity on 5dr is 3.0t, does this mean it also has 300kg max ball weight (10% of tow capacity) - unlike Pajero which only allows max 180kg ball weight with 3.0t tow weight.
    does 3.0t tow weight apply regardless of no of passengers - Pathfinder is 3.0t tow capacity minus the weight of the passengers etc
  • Nifty says,
    3 years ago
    Shame about the smaller fuel tank. Was 180 now 150, they say better fuel economy but will that be the case when crossing the desert? Don't think so.
  • Des says,
    3 years ago
    As with Doug I would like to know if the towball weight is 300Kg and also get confirmation that the 5 door has a tow capacity of 3000kg. I was told by my dealer that it was 2750kg for the 5 door and 3000kg for the 3 door. Can Werner Toyota clear this up and give an indication of pricing for the 5 door GXL.
  • Werner Toyota says,
    3 years ago
    The towing capacity for the 5 door is 2500kg and the 3 door is 3000kg.
  • Wayne says,
    3 years ago
    Pricing on the New 5 Door Prado is only $2800 more than the current Prado RRP pricing
  • Des says,
    3 years ago
    Werner Toyota,do you also have turret capacity(weight) for carrying boat and loader and towball weight. I'm sorry to hear that the towing capacity hasn't been increased.
  • Doug says,
    3 years ago
    Why does the lighter 3dr have the higher towing capacity?.
    Doesn't seem quite right when Toyota is aiming 3dr at younger off roaders and 5 dr is more suited to family users and retired caravanners! Just another stuff up by a vehicle manufacturer
  • Jakes says,
    3 years ago
    Ugly,Ugly, huge overhangs, looks like a cross between a Landcruiser and a RAV. And all those curves in the bodywork.... a panelbeater's nightmare.But, you can put a Toyota badge on cow dung, and it will still sell by the millions.
  • Ahmad Wadan says,
    3 years ago
    2010 Prado arrived to Kuwait with crazy prices:
    ==================
    6 Cylinders
    ==================
    VXL - KD 15625
    VX1 - KD 14295
    VX - KD 13350
    TXL2 - KD 11075
    TXL1 - KD 10895
    TX - KD 10000

    ==================
    4 Cylinders
    ==================
    TXL - KD 9300
    TX1 - KD 8950
    TX - KD 8650
  • parso says,
    3 years ago
    has a price been put on the 5 door in Aust yet?
  • Rane says,
    3 years ago
    Hi, I was wondering how many models are there going to be??

    Do all the models can rear park assist????
  • Rane says,
    3 years ago
    Hi, I was wondering how many models are there going to be??

    Do all the models have rear park assist????
  • Ahmad Wadan says,
    3 years ago
    It depends!

    Some dealers have a free hand to manipulate models to much fit their greedy appetite for more revenue. Therefore, it depends who is your dealer.
  • pradowner says,
    3 years ago
    I heard today the top of the range, Kakadu (does not conjure up same feelings as Grande name to me, not as stylish sounding) is going to be $89K plus
    Seems a massive price hike!
    Was looking at changing; but that price tag has changed my mind
    I'll have a look at the Kak on Thursday at an Open I have been invited to
  • Nuwanda says,
    3 years ago
    I hope that the off road reliability has improved with the new model and that they have changed the rear diff as they have a nasty habit of breaking in the middle of no where. Pajero 4WD system has always been better off road but because it doesnt have a live rear axle for the die hards it gets over looked, better warranty too.
  • Mike says,
    3 years ago
    I would buy Toyota Prado not for the look only for the reliability and the fuel economy. But I disagree with the size going bigger, don't like the wheel at the back door, shouldn't be any lower and they should review the curves in the next a few years. It's not ugly but it's not attractive, lack of design!!!
  • pradowner says,
    3 years ago
    Viewed the Prado Kakadu this evening
    It did not do it for me unfortunately - yet to drive though
    It has lost rear head space due to drop away seats
    The wood grain is very plastic looking - not sure why that has been brought back, the black onyx is more attractive
    In my opinion it is not ugly, it is different and in time will probably grow on me
    I have had my Grande Diesel for two years now and love it - so won't change imminently
    Interested to hear other's view points now that Prado 2010 is here and in the flesh
  • chon says,
    3 years ago
    Sorry, I do not like the shape of the new model, It is a real eye sore.
  • jibi says,
    3 years ago
    This modle is the one I've been waiting for it looks perfect. Does the leather seats and alloy wheels come together or are they aditional. what is the exact price on a 5 door GLX
  • sammy says,
    3 years ago
    the new landrover disco 4 is much better;
  • jibi says,
    3 years ago
    Are there bullbars for the new one.
  • Max says,
    3 years ago
    What a bunch of negative rubbish! Ugly? compared to what? what do all you tossers drive? Lamborghinis? I'm buying one, thanksToyota, great car, even though it apparently is not as "beautiful" as the cars that most of these knobs supposedly drive.
  • troy says,
    3 years ago
    to max.. spot on buddy, i test drove yesterday and what an awesome car, i frove the turbo diesel.. packed quite a punch it went so well, and very quiet heaps of guts when i wanted it in a manual and still only 8.8 litres / hundred, everyone else pull ur head out of ur ass,,

    and to jibi, they do make one it will be available next febuary, not the best looking bar by pics, but wait and see, but i reckon all the aftermarket ones will be out soon anyway, look at the toyota website or go to www.allnewprado.com.au and have a look..
    cheers
  • Will says,
    3 years ago
    Viewed and drove the new Kakado, and wanted to trade in the current recent old model Grande, but I couldn't believe the loss of quality in comparing the 2. But one thing I believe people need to hear is, 12 month ago the AUD was 46% lower than today, so as this is, and many other cars, are now fully imported what's the true value or are we expected to be ripped off. Then again on the flip side, if the dollar falls to that level of 12 months back, am I to believe that this 4WD is worth $140K... come on Toyota, stop putting the price up and taking us for ride $98K for this come on
  • Orlando says,
    3 years ago
    Totally agree with Will. With the rate at 0.92 USD you would expect a better price than the asking $90K plus for the Kakado compared to 12 mths ago.
  • Pete says,
    3 years ago
    Max.... it looks like somebody attacked a fridge with a sledgehammer, bolted on some truck wheels and tipped it on its side. It's a ridiculous looking thing and the designers should be shot. I'm not a snob just because I want to avoid headaches from looking at the damn thing.
  • Ahmad Wadan says,
    3 years ago
    Max..."Ugly? compared to what?"
    Compared to 2009 GMC ACADIA, 2009 MAZDA CX9 and 2010 NISSAN MURANO.
  • Jeff Walker says,
    3 years ago
    Max and Troy, which toyota dealships do you work for? Lol!
  • nick says,
    3 years ago
    Well done Toyota! Fantastic looking car, inside and out. I will be upgrading for sure!
  • Jeff says,
    3 years ago
    The old FJ45 short wheel base Landcruiser has more style. It also needs a V6 tubo charged diesel in its motor range
  • Dan says,
    2 years ago
    Makes the OLD Pajero look like a styling masterpiece!
    Its hysterical to see the Toyota employees calling people who dislike (our democratic right) the look of this car, all sorts of bad names. People, stop buying these cars at these ridiculous prices!! Toyota will stop ripping us all off (they are laughing their silly heads off at us for paying so much for these things)
    Its all about the demand - if we keep buying, they will never lower their prices. Thats why the Toyota boys above are so upset - they are worried about the bad press for their meal ticket vehicle.
    (I am not emplyed in the industry and have just sold my 2005 VX which I bought fleet for a bargain smile
  • joe loverso says,
    2 years ago
    I read your reviews about the new Prado and wanted to see for it myself, Was very impressed by the look of the vehicle, stylish lines, new look interior is great, looks better live than on screen, see for yourself in person, so impressed we traded our 2007 model for a new Prado.
  • Kaydee says,
    2 years ago
    Why 7 seats... with all seven seats occupied it would be difficult to fit a slab of beer in the luggage area...and these seats take up so much of the rear load area...and it looks like they are not removable ...so why not a 5 seat version ?? for the genuine off road user... I would have bought this 2010 model in a 5 seat ...ah well back to the alternatives!!
  • Suzie says,
    2 years ago
    I took delivery of my new VX Diesel Prado 2 days ago! 100% improvement I had traded my 2005 GXL model and could not be happier!!
  • Rod says,
    2 years ago
    I have owned l'cruisers since 1975, including Prado 98 and 08. 08 was too big, this is larger! 'Bishi Chalenger looks like a much more sensible proposition for someone needing a versatile and capable off-road vehicle.
  • shameel says,
    2 years ago
    its a nice 4x4 drive and the vx limited is cheap too.......................
  • imran says,
    2 years ago
    i dont like the price its to $$$$$$$$$$$$$
  • Simon says,
    2 years ago
    I don't liked this new design.
  • Ahmad Wadan says,
    2 years ago
    To shameel:
    How much does it cost in your country? it is a surprise to hear that it is cheap!
  • roger says,
    2 years ago
    Had the old model Prado grande and loved it so much I kept it for six years, unbelievable for me who normally changes rides between changes of underwear but.........I just waited for things to go wrong until I could not wait any longer. These things just go and go! So I bought the new model Kakadu. The looks take a while to grow on you as do nearly every model cruiser does ....I am beginning to warm up on it now . Take one drive and you realise just how much has changed. the old one was so good I thought the new model would be the same old wife in a new frock. But I am now married to a supermodel who loves sex. lucky me !!!!!!!!!!!! .......enjoy. Spoil yourself buy one . You deserve it !
  • quang says,
    2 years ago
    yes, i agreed that the price of the prado is too high.
  • janssen says,
    2 years ago
    I bought a new Prado VX, it is a beautiful car and it has many nice features. It worries me a bit that Toyota promotes it for off road use. I am a smoker and would have liked a car with an ashtray.
    This was the reply from Toyota:
    “Thank you for contacting Toyota Customer Experience Centre.

    With relation to your recent ash try enquiry, Toyota Motor Corporation Australia (TMCA) is gradually implementing standards to not encourage smoking.
    Your preferred Toyota Dealership have access to a National Parts Database and will be able to provide listing and pricing of accessories.
    Unfortunately as Toyota Dealerships are independently run and owned they do set their own pricing so we are unable to confirm. “

    I was told by the dealer that an ashtray can be supplied for $ 187.00 (one hundred eighty seven Australian Dollar).
    With all those new Prado’s out in the bush we can expect a rough bushfire season.
  • says,
    2 years ago
    Can anyone explain to us how to read the fuel gauge on dashboard in relation to the dual fuel tank?
  • says,
    2 years ago
    We took ownership of our ex-demo GXL Prado last night... and I think it not only looks fine... but it drives like a dream! Best car we've ever had!! The largest too.... but the smallest turning circle!
    As far as all the ugly comments go... there is a whole lot worse out there! Out of curiosity... what 4WD *would* you buy if the 2010 is SOOOOO ugly???
  • Kan says,
    2 years ago
    I agree! I was hesitant to buy this New 2010 Prado the first time I saw it in Website. The Design was really not that attractive as I was expecting for the much awaited Prado. The 2009 Prado looked much smarter and muscular and good looking design too. But honestly whe I went to a Toyota Showroom saw it closely and sat inside saw the interior from all angles, I liked it and made my mind to buy despite the fact that I was very reluctant to buy it when Ifirst the pictures. The 2010 Prado foes not look good at all in pictures, seeing is believing and I would say this new Prado is not photogenic, I agree it looks ugly in pictures. The interior is fantastic very good looking and spacious but light weight with less resistance to strong wind on high-ways. The Steering is big and soft, the Dash-board is beautiful and very smooth driving extremely soft and comfortable. The 2009 Prado on the other hand is a great design looks good and smart in pictures but remember I sat inside my friend's 2009 Prado and it is ugly from inside, the steering is ugly too and thin hard, the dash board looks very cheap some parts on dash-board like made in other Asian Countries. The other bad thing in 2009 Prado I felt was that it looks aerodynamic but you feel like you would fall forward from the driver seat, its really not comfortable. The bottom-line is that 2010 Prado is really great insid (nice inerior), on sides and front but has an ugly look in pictures. The only thing I did not like in my new Prado is that the Spare Tyre is under the tail and the back of the prado is also not good looking but other features as I described above are great. please go and check it yourselfwhat I have said about it. I forgot to tell about the Fuel Economy, it is really very good on gas, it is like you put gas in it and then forget it for sometime its really economical. The ride is really very comfortable. You feel like you are on top of all cars while driving in the city. The starting price for Tx 4 Cylinder Automatic, Power Windows in saudi Arabia is 28,000 US $.

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