Cars like new Toyota Land The Cruiser 200 (aka LC 200) will always cause quite conflicting feelings in people. Looking at such a car, someone will say that these are just "show-offs" that are easy to replace with the same UAZ Patriot and save a huge amount of money as a result. The difference of several million is not clear to everyone. And those who still understand it will surely say that “show-offs” didn’t pass by here, because first of all, the “two hundredth” is needed for serious off-road conquest: where he manages to pass, not everyone will pass. Despite the update of 2016, which became the largest modernization for Kruzak since 2007, the well-proven spar frame is still with him. The update made the SUV even more attractive, confident and uncompromising, and at the same time the model has not lost its main advantages, for which we can only applaud the engineers and designers of Toyota. The Japanese know how to make SUVs - expensive, true, but nonetheless. All the details about one of the coolest Japanese "rogues" named Land cruiser 200 2016 - in our review!

Design

The good sales and reputation of the LC 200 speaks volumes to the fact that it is based on a very successful concept. And if it’s successful, then why reinvent the wheel, Toyota thought, and decided to simply tweak the model’s appearance, rather than make drastic changes. "Kruzak" is still recognizable and looks equally great both in the big city and in the taiga immersed in snow.

From predecessor new version features a massive chrome grille with three horizontal bars and large headlights on the sides. Innovations also include other fog optics and a powerful embossed hood, which gives the car a very masculine and somewhat aggressive look. The rest of the exterior details are not affected. The 200th, as before, has a fairly large and emphatically laconic “stern”, visually divided into two parts due to a horizontal chrome strip with the Land Cruiser inscription. Wide informative mirrors and large alloy wheels wheels with a beautiful design.

Design

The body of the new LC 200, like the pre-reform version, rests on a spar frame familiar to Toyota fans. At Russian version"Kruzak" design has not changed much: except that the overwhelming rolls have been slightly reconfigured KDSS system. Diameter brake discs the front has grown from 340 to 354 mm, the control hydraulics has been completely reconfigured. The manufacturer claims that there is an improvement in feedback on the brake pedal and the actual intensity of deceleration. All-wheel drive transmission, as before, is implemented through a Torsen center differential built into transfer case. This differential usually splits the torque in a 40:60 ratio, but is capable of distributing it in a 50:50 ratio. The forced blocking and the demultiplier, whose gear ratio is 2.618, remained unchanged.

Adaptation to Russian conditions

If there are in the world ideal or almost ideal machines for the roads of our country, then the 2016 LC 200 model year definitely one of them. Firstly, permanent all-wheel drive, an impressive 230 mm ground clearance, the Multi Terrain Select (MTS) driving mode selection system and a number of auxiliary electronic assistants allow it to confidently enter the harsh Russian off-road. Secondly, she has an indestructible gasoline 309-horsepower "eight" in combination with automatic transmission and diesel unit, which retained a tax-beneficial power range, which is very important in Russian realities. Finally, the "200" boasts a rich winter package, which includes heating of all seats, steering wheel, exterior mirrors, windshield and windshield washer jets, as well as an additional electric interior heater. With such a car in the cold you will not get lost, that's for sure.

Comfort

In Russia, Land Cruiser 200 2016 is offered with a 5- or 7-seater saloon, in which both front and rear seats have a heating function, and the driver's seat "remembers" the settings in any configuration, except for the basic one. The profile of the seats on the first row is almost perfect, but it would not hurt to lengthen the pillows. Inside the car as a whole is spacious and there is enough legroom. Particular space is observed in the rear of the cabin, where, by the way, the most expensive versions have a separate climate control for 2 zones. Interior trim materials are the same as its predecessor, and ergonomics are clearly better. As for the design, it seems that the developers of "Kruzak" could not decide what their creation should be - purely practical machine, where there is no place for excessive frills, or a truly prestigious model.

The front panel has definitely become more ergonomic, but retaining its slightly “old school” design. It is possible that Toyota is in no hurry to change anything, since most of the "status" owners of the LC 200, in principle, are satisfied with everything. However, why be surprised? It's not about the Prius. The steering wheel of the "two hundredth" was comfortable, so it remained comfortable, and its heating zones are still too small. The dashboard is nice, but there is a problem with readability - radial digitization with small spaces between numbers prevents the speedometer from “reading” normally. The soundproofing of an SUV, alas, cannot be called luxurious. main reason noise - diesel engine. It will not lay ears from him, but annoying sounds from under the hood are always clearly audible. It would not be superfluous to work on the soundproofing of the front doors, so as not to listen to the roar of the engine of the car next to it.

The 2016 LC 200 has been redesigned to be even safer with an expanded suite of Toyota Safety Sense smart assistants. From now on, these include systems of circular video review and tire pressure, adaptive cruise control, dead monitoring zones and auto-switching with high beam to the nearest In other words, everything that is almost a mandatory attribute of prestigious cars. In addition to the Toyota Safety Sense electronic assistants, there are curtains, front, side and knee airbags, as well as off-road assistance systems - for example, an assistant when climbing / descending a mountain or a Multi Terrain Select driving mode selector.

The Land Cruiser 200 2016 infotainment complex is quite well located and pleases with solid dimensions. Touch screen diagonal - up to 9 inches. With the functionality and responsiveness of the "multimedia" everything is in order, but the graphics need to be improved. Considering Kruzak's not unfounded claims to luxury, the graphics are of insufficient quality and elegant. Not spoiled drivers can forgive this shortcoming, but what will they say about the not very clear image from the 360-degree video cameras? Apparently, the Japanese manufacturer has something to think about.

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Specifications

The engine range of the updated LC 200 includes the familiar V-shaped "eight" with direct injection - gasoline and diesel. Gasoline unit with a volume of 4.6 liters. develops 309 hp at 5500 rpm and 439 Nm at 3400 rpm, prefers fuel with an octane rating of at least 95 and consumes an average of 13.9 l / 100 km. The 4.5-litre twin-turbo diesel is also very punchy, with 249 hp. at 2800-3600 rpm (14 hp more than before) and as much as 650 Nm at 1600-2600 rpm, consumes about 10.2 l / 100 km in the combined cycle and now meets the Euro-5 eco-standard . Both motors are combined with constant all-wheel drive and six-speed automatic transmission. Regardless of the modification, acceleration to 100 km / h occurs in just 8.6 seconds, which is an excellent indicator given the large mass of the SUV.

What is the difference Diesel Land Cruiser 200 from gasoline, how not to doze off at the wheel of both versions and something about a very important button. Before heading to new land Cruiser 200 on an extreme trip to the mountains or on the roofs of shells in your own yard, 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 could end in a flip. It's just better to buy a second LC 200 right away, because after using this button, the first one is unlikely to be recoverable. And if it survives, then you still want to check if the “two hundredth” ford overcomes the declared 700 mm deep? This applies to both petrol and diesel versions, but we will start our comparison test with the last one.

WHY IS HE RUMBLING?
You will immediately recognize the diesel Land Cruiser 200 by the tractor sound, disgusting brakes and sluggish acceleration, almost ending immediately after 140 km / h. Why is he so rattled? I have not heard such a wild rumble from under the hood since the days of in-line six-cylinder diesel engines on the old "hundredths". The Discovery TDV6 rumbles about the same way when, after driving, the Finnish diesel fuel in its tank ends and our liquid is poured.

I accelerated and, when a line of cars loomed ahead, stuck in front of the speed bump, I began to slow down, leaving in front of me, as it seemed to me, enough room for maneuver. Phew! What mistake! The red Peugeot 207, which had previously been tangled underfoot, having seen my rapid approach in the rear-view mirror, quickly got out of its stupor and slipped through the "lying" course. Snorting in surprise (why Japanese cars do they slow down like American ones?), I stopped to take a breath and at the same time adjust the seat settings.

The back of the seat, or rather, its electric adjustment, was broken. With a car Toyota brands this could not happen, especially with the new one ... Just now I was pushing the brake pedal, with all my weight resting just on the back of the seat, which means that others before me were also squirming. What servo can handle that?

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 demanded to raise the speedometer needle to 130-140 km / h, and suddenly the speed dropped from 3500 to 3000, the next gear was switched on. Thrust disappeared in the middle of the maneuver. Further overtaking took place using the manual mode of the automatic transmission. It just didn't help much. This diesel runs briskly only on the bottoms, with such a character it is good in the city and on the ground, and not on the highway.

DO NOT SLEEP!
Ahead of us was the Zvenigorod quarry. For insurance, we enlisted support Land Rover Defender 110, in order to pull the “200th” out of the off-road trap at the right time. Confidence in the future did not leave us while we plowed the ravines, evaluating the capabilities of the Toyota LC 200, and then the Defender sat down in the gully.

The shot of the 200th pulling out the 110th with a cable would look good on the wall in the Moscow representative office of Toyota, but we won’t give them this photo for anything. We'll hang it in the editorial office.

How insanely boring Toyota nearby with all other SUVs! She just goes down the road, then she goes over to the snow, then she goes up the hill ... etc. I would put a huge blinking sign with a buzzer in it: "DO NOT SLEEP!" Because after ten minutes of being behind the wheel of the "two hundred" the driver easily starts up the snorer. I was already yawning in five minutes. She is too correct - and no emotions.

Struggling with sleep, we continued the test on snow and ice. "Toyota" diesel engine, issuing 615 Nm of torque in the range of 1800-2200 rpm, drove the car through the snow with both the traction control on and off. An active stabilizer helped to passability and comfortable movement over rough terrain. It maximized the articulation of the axles while keeping the wheels in contact with the road at all times. The diesel LC 200 was embarrassed only by an icy rise of about 30 degrees of commercials. However, with a good acceleration, this height also succumbed.

As a result, having received the maximum number of off-road points and the most modest mark for driving on the highway, the “two hundredth” was sent to the garage of the Toyota dealership. And we, tearing our eyelids stuck together and desperately struggling with elephantine yawns, went for a bucket of eleutherococcus.

Crawl FASTER
The next day I was already driving a petrol Land Cruiser 200 to compare both versions in hot pursuit. And the difference between them is not only in the motors. The petrol LC 200, unlike the diesel one, is equipped with crawl control. The off-road speed control system has three modes: 1 km/h, 3 km/h and 5 km/h. At the same time, the crawl control includes and electronic assistant when going down the mountain.

Is it really that simple? Turned the lever and you go without touching the pedals? Engaging the slowest mode of 1 km/h, I moved through the icy drops, trying to look relaxed. However, this failed, because the soft, comfortable Land Cruiser vibrated strongly under the chirp brake pads. Then I had to switch to the 3 km / h mode, our off-road is not so extreme. But even more suitable for civilian purposes was the most fast mode"creeping control" - 5 km / h. It is most likely the main one for owners of petrol versions of the Land Cruiser 200.

Off-road cruise control allows you to focus 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 in the Social Security .

But in a dispute with the diesel version off-road, the gasoline one still seemed worse, despite the fashionable crawl control. The diesel easily climbs the drops and pulls more confidently in long climbs, and, most importantly, for this you don’t need to be distracted by the crawl control toggle switches and calculate the speed you need at the moment. A high-torque diesel will pull it out anyway.

PARTS: TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 200

FEAR "KAMAZ"
According to passport data, acceleration to a hundred for the diesel version (eight cylinders and 4.5 liters) is 8.6 s, and for the gasoline version (eight cylinders and 4.7 liters) - 9.2 s. Driving around the roads near Moscow on a diesel engine, I could not accelerate to 180 km / h, but on a gasoline one I did it easily and without any effort. In the sprint up to a hundred kilometers per hour, diesel is the first, but then it is clearly not. After 3200 rpm, the diesel does not pull, but benzy new motor just waking up. Hence the conclusion: diesel version not universal, but the complete set with a gasoline engine and a crawl control system is quite.

It's a pity. Diesel eats almost half as much fuel as gasoline, and is great off-road. But 90% of our suburban roads are two-lane dark polygons for half-dead KAMAZ trucks, and the topic of extreme overtaking is too relevant to be ignored.

FOUR WITH A PLUS
Land Cruiser - calm family car, averaged over all parameters from birth. Not only for acceleration, but also for suspension. It seems that rolls in corners and longitudinal buildup are clearly present, but they do not interfere with driving. The smoothness of the ride is combined with a remarkable energy intensity, in which no speed bumps are scary. exchange rate stability far from the best in class, the steering wheel is too indulgent and dystrophic office rats.

Some call it "cruiser", others "cruiser". There is an option - "cruiser". Yakut policemen say "krauser". Now there is a gloomy nickname "two hundred". Either way, it's noticeably worse. range rover and better than Nissan Pathfinder Armada. He has a B with a plus in all subjects, and therefore he is extremely boring. So it was and so it will be if, having had enough of the ordinary, you do not get to the RSCA OFF button. Since you are going to do it anyway, I remind you that the TLC 200 on the passport overcomes a 100 percent climb (45 degrees), but the approach angle is 32 degrees, so after such a climb front bumper will have to be disposed of. But one of your Toyotas is going to be thrown away anyway...

14.11.2016

Toyota Land Cruiser) – one of the most successful off-road vehicles in the world, its popularity is so great that legends are added about it. "Kruzak" has long ceased to be just a car, for many it is a status and image. Depending on the generation of the car, you can roughly describe who owns it and what he does. Due to being new this car only wealthy people can afford it, many fans of the legendary SUV are forced to buy a used Toyota Land Cruiser 200 in order to fulfill their dream, but you will learn from this article what you need to pay attention to so as not to be disappointed in the legend.

A bit of history:

The history of this model has more than 60 years, and this version of the car is the ninth generation of the legendary frame SUV. The debut of the car took place 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. For the Land Cruiser, it was partially shortened, while its rigidity was increased by 20%. In 2002, a five-year program was launched to develop the Land Cruiser 200, and prototypes were tested from 2004 to 2007.

Compared to previous versions of this generation, the roof pillars were significantly reinforced, which made it possible to significantly increase safety when the car rolled over. In 2012, the car underwent restyling, during which the following were changed: front optics (LED strips of daytime running lights were added to it), rear and front bumpers, and a 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 also, it is equipped with 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 with mileage

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

Power units

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is equipped with petrol 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 motorists is diesel engine 4.5, a car is much less common, with gasoline 4.6. Motor 5.7 is found only on cars imported from the USA, and 4.0 - from the Emirates. As operating experience has shown, the turbodiesel engine is quite reliable, but there are still minor complaints about it. So, on cars manufactured from 2008 to 2010, at a mileage of 100,000 km and above, oil consumption increased significantly, depending on the mileage, the consumption is 200-500 grams per 1000 km.

It would seem that the consumption is not so big, but the problem is that this motor 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 the malfunction of the vacuum pump of the brake booster. With this malfunction, the pump pumps air into the crankcase, because of this, the internal pressure rises, which contributes to increased consumption oil, including through the pipe blower. Replacing the vacuum pump will cost $600. Due to poor quality diesel fuel owners have to change quite often fuel filter, good, new filter it is inexpensive - 30-50 USD A common problem for both diesel and gasoline engines is the leakage of the cooling system pump, which begins after 80-100 thousand kilometers. The cost of the original new pump is about 200 USD, for a non-original they ask about 100 USD. If this problem not eliminated in time, there is a high probability of engine overheating, which leads to costly repairs of the power unit.

Transmission

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is equipped only with an automatic six-speed gearbox. This transmission is very reliable, but some shortcomings were identified during operation. So, in particular, on a run of more than 100,000 km, owners are faced with jolts and jerks when shifting gears. The reason is biting the crosses cardan shaft if the owner paid attention to this shortcoming in time, then to solve it it was enough to inject the cardan, if this did not help, the cardan had to be changed.

Running Toyota Land Cruiser 200

Suspension is one of the strengths this car, in front it is independent, on two parallel levers on each side, in the back - a continuous bridge with a Panhard rod. Controlled stabilizers front and rear roll stability equipped with hydraulic cylinders. When driving off-road, the stabilizers become softer, as a result, the cross-country ability improves, and on flat road– on the contrary, which contributes to improved handling and stability. The main suspension elements have a fairly long resource - about 200,000. Of weaknesses you can select racks 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, knocking in the steering can start at a run of 40,000 km, in such cases, dealers change the entire steering column. Traditionally for this model, the braking system requires special attention; at each MOT, it is necessary to lubricate the calipers, otherwise they will start to turn sour. Also, you need to monitor the condition of the anthers of the caliper pistons, as they often break.

Salon

The interior of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is made of good-quality finishing materials, but due to not enough quality assembly, crickets still appear in it. Most often, the glove box, head restraints, rear seats and trunk bother with extraneous sounds. After 100,000 km, the stove motor starts to whistle, this happens due to the fact that its bushings wear out, a new motor will cost 300 USD.

Outcome:

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 200 Kruzak is exactly what you need. Another plus of this car is that it slowly depreciates on secondary market. Most importantly, before buying this car, be sure to check it against all possible bases for theft, as this model is considered one of the leaders in theft.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.

Sincerely, editorial Autoavenue

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 is available with various types of engines. The most common is 8 2UZ-FE with a volume of 4.7 liters, recognizable from other cars of this company. After the 2012 update, the 4.6-liter 1UR-FE with 309 hp became the leader. The 4.5-liter turbodiesel 1VD-FTV Land Cruiser 200 received from the very beginning.

With 2UZ-FE, mechanics are familiar with positive side. Starts up great in the cold, does not eat oil. Of the negative points - the dependence of the bearings of the bypass rollers of the belt on the presence or absence of protection from below. If it is not there, then they will break down quickly enough with all the ensuing problems. A broken belt can be caused by a leaking pump. It is located deep in the collapse of the cylinder block, tied to the timing drive and driven by a bending moment. The first problems can begin long before 100 thousand km. But it is far from always possible to see this, only if by the level of antifreeze. Need to control it! Otherwise, when the coolant crystallizes due to high temperatures, there is a risk of the belt breaking.

1UR-FE with combined injection also first appeared not on the TLC 200, but on the Lexus GS. Here, it lacks dual nozzles, left the gas distribution system unchanged, hollow camshafts and, unfortunately, problems similar to 2UZ. The pump in the new 8-ke is started by a separate belt, but this does not prevent it from still being a source of leaks and problems. In other aspects, the new "eight" is similar to the old one. It also has excellent starting qualities, no oil overeating and a good resource. Neither the hydraulic valve lifters nor the chain, according to which the definition of “long service life” is more or less like reality, let us down.

It is surprising that the diesel 1VD-FTV vulnerable spot is a water pump. It can work for a long time, but also loses tightness up to 50 thousand km. Until 2009, this motor had another problem - oil consumption. However, the information on this is quite contradictory. There are those who complain and there are those who don't. Dealers claim such an expense - about 1 liter per 2-3 thousand km. They dumped it on the vacuum pump, then on piston rings. There are no official comments on this matter.

But in another, a diesel 8 with a cast-iron block and two turbines is good. Does not interfere with minor problems, particulate filter it doesn't have it. EGR only needs to be cleaned and refueled at decent gas stations. It's nice that fuel pump there is a system for indicating its contamination. To "refresh" the element, it is enough just to remove the condensate. Separ will not be superfluous, but before installing it is worth finding out if this will affect your warranty. However, I believe that this particular engine is the best and will have the least problems with it.

Toyota has long established itself as a global brand that produces quality cars. Look at least at the line of "Land Cruiser". These cars in Russia have always been in demand and are considered a real bestseller. This model combines excellent off-road performance and reliability. True, this car cannot be called a status one. Although this applies more to predecessors. Let's take a closer look at the Land Cruiser 200 (diesel) car. 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 liters. from. and a 4.5 liter turbodiesel. All three motors have one significant disadvantage- water pump. Typical problem pump is that it leaks very often. This ultimately leads to the most unfortunate consequences.

As for the diesel engine, it is a very reliable internal combustion engine. True, until 2009, this power unit had a significant oil consumption for waste. But if you look at the forums on the net, then the information here is contradictory. For some, the consumption really exceeded all permissible norms, while others did not complain. According to dealer information, normal oil consumption 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 good resource. There are instances that have passed about 500 thousand kilometers. In engines until 2012, the oil had to be changed every 5 thousand km, in later models - after 10,000 km.

Minimum changes

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

In Russia, the high cross-country ability of the car is very much appreciated. Given the poor quality of the roadway, this is not surprising. It is worth noting that the most extensive changes affected this car in 2012. This is exactly what many motorists think, as their reviews say. "Land Cruiser 200" (diesel) moved to the next generation, at least one gets the impression.

About external and internal changes

It is hardly worth saying that the most popular type of engine in Russia is diesel. The feedback from the owners of the Land Cruiser 200 boils down to the fact that for our country this is the most optimal power unit, as it is extremely reliable and hardy. But of the three motors to choose from, the V8 is the weakest, only 253 hp. from. Nevertheless, this is more than enough for many drivers. The car's engine has remained virtually unchanged during production, however, its main systems have been somewhat modernized, but more on that later.

Even new body not much different from the old one, although the designers did some work here. Redesigned head optics. She became more expressive and clear. Also added turn signals side mirrors. This is done more for security reasons. The car has large dimensions, so the light signals on it are large and bright. We added some chrome to the handles and moldings, moved the PTF. For the rest, everyone decided to leave it as it is, because it is precisely such brutal and not "licked" that many people like the Land Cruiser.

"Toyota Land Cruiser 200" (diesel): owner reviews

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

Significantly improved interior trim. She became even more pleasant and durable. It is clear that all the seams are even and without protruding threads and other "jambs". There were also wood and chrome inserts. 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 machine can afford it.

According to consumers, dashboard changed for the better. The center console received a new backlight, and she herself has become a little larger. If the 2007 models did not have some technical solutions that were already installed on Mercedes or BMWs, now there is everything you need, even seat ventilation and steering wheel heating. This is exactly what was picked up, 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 off-road. It allows you not only to drive confidently over rough terrain, but also to do it with comfort.

Improved ergonomics

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

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

The choice of the power unit

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

• gasoline, 4.7 liters - 290 liters. from.;
• gasoline, 4.6 liters - 309 liters. from.;
• turbodiesel, 4.5 liters - 235 liters. from.

Turbodiesel is considered the most popular. It is not as nimble and powerful as the others, but it has a very pleasant sound and reliability. Reviews of the "Land Cruiser 200" (diesel) in 2016 say that it is very economical. In the combined cycle, the motor 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 about 13 liters are burned in the combined cycle, even this figure can be considered quite moderate.

It should be noted that in Russia there are still not so many diesel Land Cruisers. This is due to the fact that they are extremely expensive and difficult to maintain. The gasoline engine is less whimsical to the quality of fuel, which we do not have the best. However, many people prefer diesel engine. It's less of a problem when correct operation. If you refuel in one place and service the internal combustion engine on time, then it runs back to the first overhaul quite a bit of.

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

As noted above, a 4.5-liter diesel engine consumes about 10 liters of fuel in the combined cycle. But these are passport data, which are correct only in the case of fully operational electronic systems car. If a used car and something in the fuel system is not working properly, then it hardly makes sense to rely 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 manage to save more than 20% on fuel.

Consumer reviews indicate that real consumption in the combined cycle is about 13 liters. If we take into account that in summer time the air conditioner almost always works, 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. Yes, and the V8 itself is quite heavy, but high-torque. If we take into account the fact that the car is crammed with a large amount electrical equipment, which is powered by a generator, and it creates a load on the engine, then the more bulbs are on, the more fuel will be burned. One thing is for sure - it is not 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 serviceable, then the engine should not eat 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 have not been stingy here, therefore, as befits any self-respecting SUV, there are large parts here. It is worth paying attention at least to the front levers and ball joints. All this looks very reliable and not only because of the large dimensions and weight. Although there are an order of magnitude more "childhood" diseases in the chassis of this car, reviews of the owners testify to this. "Land Cruiser 200" (4.5-liter diesel) sometimes inclines to aggressive driving. But brake discs do not like this behavior, they are especially afraid of sudden cooling.

As for the hubs, they live no more than 100,000 kilometers, although there are instances that go a little more, but this is extremely rare. What makes the chassis attractive is the presence of a solid rear axle. Even for an SUV, this is a rarity.

But as for the resource of parts of the undercarriage of the car, then it is very difficult to talk about specific numbers. Too much depends on the operating conditions and driving style. Stabilizer struts, ball joints and levers can travel only 30 thousand km, or maybe even 200,000. There are so-called "household" problems that you always encounter, and it is very difficult to get rid of them. These should include:

• knocking fasteners back row seats;
• breakdown of the stove fan and ventilation of the driver's seat;
• failure of the climate control processor;
• breakdown of foglight mounts;
• breakdown of the power window motor and headlight washer, etc.

All this seems like a trifle, but for repairs at the service station they take good money. As for engine systems, there are often no complaints from consumers.

Expert opinion

It's also worth taking a look at the opinions of critics and considering their feedback. 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-liter gasoline engine is more suitable. from.

However, the car itself is not conducive to aggressive driving. She can get out of the deep mud, from where the usual "SUV" gets bogged down. But here on high speed entering turns on the track or drifting - this is not about the "two hundred".

Very often heard complaints about the front lower levers. They are massive and good looking. But confuses non-removable spherical bearing. It turns out that when a backlash appears in this hinge, it is necessary to change the entire lever. And pleasure is not cheap. Although after the expiration warranty period you can still put a collapsible ball type and forget about this problem forever. In general, auto critics give the car a solid four.

Summing up

Very often you can find mixed reviews from car owners. "Land Cruiser 200" (diesel) often causes only positive emotions. But there are also those motorists who expected something more. In principle, their opinion can be considered quite justified, because giving 5 million rubles for maximum configuration or 3 million for the base one and getting something that is not what you expected will not suit everyone.

At the same time, one cannot say that the car has any obvious jambs or flaws. Everything about the Land Cruiser is in order with both the interior and the engine and chassis. Perhaps it would be worth installing a more serious brake system. After all, very often consumers note that the car does not stop very well at high speed. But, on the other hand, 3 tons of metal cannot be abruptly stopped. What pleases me most is that 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 prefer the "base" and are satisfied.