2025 Toyota Landcruiser Prado VX
Wagon
Score Summary
Reliability
Safety (ANCAP)
Summary
The 2025 LandCruiser Prado VX is a modern SUV designed for Australian families and adventurers. It features seven seats, making it suitable for large families, and combines on-road comfort with robust off-road capability. Target buyers include those needing a vehicle for touring, towing caravans, or weekend escapes, and who prioritize Toyota's reliability, extensive dealer network, and strong resale value. This model offers updated technology and safety features, positioning it as a versatile choice between a practical family SUV and a capable off-roader.
Highlights
- All-new LC250 Prado for 2025 with updated drivetrain and chassis for better on-road and off-road performance
- 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine with 8-speed automatic transmission tuned for strong mid-range torque and durability
- 7-seat wagon with full-time four-wheel drive and ladder-frame chassis for serious off-road use and practicality
- Large 12.3-inch touchscreen with modern safety and driver-assist features, plus towing capability of around 3.5 tonnes
Pricing (excluding on-road costs)
New (2025)
Ownership Sentiment
✓Praises
- •Very capable off-road performance and long-term rugged durability.
- •Notable refinement and ride improvements on-road in the 250-series.
- •Large, high-quality 12.3-inch infotainment display and updated software in VX trims.
- •Strong safety credentials (ANCAP 5-star rating) and active safety features.
- •Generous interior space and practical family-size layout.
!Complaints
- •Interior materials and boot space/rear cargo layout criticized in some trims or configurations.
- •High price versus predecessor models and perceived value for money.
- •DPF-related reliability concerns for the diesel variants (class actions and recalls).
- •Occasional infotainment quirks or reliability quirks (Android Auto wireless, occasional lag).
- •Some owners feel the base/entry levels don’t deliver the refined experience expected for the price.
Ownership Costs
Ownership Cost
High
Cost Predictability
Medium
The 2025 LandCruiser Prado VX is a large SUV with high ownership costs, including significant depreciation and insurance premiums. Cost predictability is medium due to variability in fuel consumption, insurance, and registration costs. It is aimed at buyers seeking a reliable and capable vehicle for off-road adventures or large family transport.
Model Reliability
Warranty
5 Years
Reliability Score
Assessment Summary
The Prado VX/250-series remains a highly capable, durable SUV with strong core reliability historically. The 2025 model year brings valuable updates in ride quality, safety, and technology, but it also introduces newer diesel emissions systems (DPF) and an updated infotainment stack with some reported reliability quirks. Real-world ownership data is still maturing for the current model, and several recalls/action items reflect risk areas not typical of the very long-running Prado lineage. Overall, it’s better than average in durability but carries meaningful caveats around diesel emissions reliability and infotainment software. Tailwinds are strong in favor of long-term reliability, with headwinds from newer tech and emissions systems.
See what the experts say
Brand Reliability
Toyota
Reliability Study (2025)
Problems per 100 vehicles: 162
Rank
#3 / 22
Practicality
Body Type
Wagon
Doors
4
Seats
7
ISOfix Points
2
Features
Safety
ANCAP Rating
Fuel Type / Efficiency
Powertrain / Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption
7.6 L/100km
Range (Approx)
1300 km
Tank Capacity
110 L
Performance
Engine / Motor Type
Diesel
Displacement
2.8L
Cylinders
Inline 4
Induction
Turbo
Power
150 kW
Torque
500 Nm
0-100 km/h
-
Towing Capacity
-
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