2013 Toyota Landcruiser 70 Double-cab On Sale In Australia From September

Toyota has introduced a new double-cab version of its 70-Series workhorse, confirming news reported by The Motor Report in March.

Demand for the new variant in the mining sector has also ensured that Australia will be the first market in the world to pick up the double-cab workhorse. 

On sale in late September and priced from $63,990, the 4.5 litre V8-powered double-cab will be the fourth body style in the range, joining the single cab-chassis, troop carrier and wagon.

Toyota Australia's Matthew Callachor said that the popularity of modified 70-Series wagons played a part in the carmaker's decision to launch a double-cab.

"The 70-Series is so popular for the really tough jobs that customers have been modifying the wagon version to provide the flexibility of a double-cab ute," Mr Callachor said.

"The double cab will carry five adults as well as providing a one-tonne payload for their heavy gear, such as surveying equipment," he said.