What is the body size of the new Land Cruiser 250? It’s large in Japan. We compared it with the previous Prado.

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser 250 will be released soon. The Land Cruiser 250 is larger than its predecessor, the Prado 150, so we’d like to explore its appeal. We hope this information will be helpful when you consider purchasing one.

What is the body size of the new Toyota Land Cruiser 250?

• The body size is 4,925mm in length, 1,980mm in width, 1,870mm in height, and 2,850mm in wheelbase.

The new Land Cruiser 250 (Land Cruiser 250) has a body size of 4,925mm in length, 1,980mm in width, 1,870mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,850mm. It is 100mm longer than the previous model, the Land Cruiser Prado 150. The overall width is 1,980mm , which is 95mm wider than the Land Cruiser Prado 150. In addition, the wheelbase has been widened by 60mm. This results in a more stable ride and a more spacious interior.

With this, it seems like you can easily drive for a weeknight stay. The luggage space under normal conditions has been expanded from 398L in the Prado 150 to 408L in the Land Cruiser 250.

“Land Cruiser 250” and “Land Cruiser Prado 150” exterior body size comparison

Some people who currently own the previous model, the Land Cruiser Prado 150, may find it difficult to upgrade to the Land Cruiser 250 due to its body size.

Specifications	Land Cruiser Prado	Land Cruiser 250	Land Cruiser Prado comparison
full length	4,825mm	4,925mm	+100mm
Overall width	1,885mm	1,980mm	+ 95mm
Overall height	1,835mm 1,850mm	1,870mm	+ 20mm
Wheelbase	2,790mm	2,850mm	+ 60mm
Approach angle	31 degrees	31 degrees	±0 degrees
Departure Angle	27-28 degrees	23 degrees	-4 to 5 degrees
Ramp breakover angle	22 degrees	23 degrees	±1 degree
ground clearance	220mm	220mm	±0mm
Passenger capacity	5 to 7 people	5 to 7 people	same

“Land Cruiser 250” and “Land Cruiser 300” exterior body size comparison

Specifications	Land Cruiser 300	Land Cruiser 250	Land Cruiser 300 comparison
full length	4,950mm	4,925mm	-25mm
Overall width	1,980mm	1,980mm	±0mm
Overall height	1,925mm	1,870mm	-55mm
Wheelbase	2,850mm	2,850mm	±0mm
Approach angle	32 degrees	31 degrees	±0 degrees
Departure Angle	26 degrees	23 degrees	-4 to 5 degrees
Ramp breakover angle	25 degrees	23 degrees	±1 degree
ground clearance	220mm	220mm	±0mm
Passenger capacity	5 to 7 people	5 to 7 people	same

In Japan, the larger body size means that you will need to be more careful when driving on narrow roads and finding a parking space. It’s best to think of the body size as being similar to the Land Cruiser 300, which is in a higher class.

In the case of a car, it is important as support when parking, so it is very convenient and appreciated that it is standard equipment on all vehicles.

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser 250 Japanese model release date?

• Official announcement and release date: April 18, 2024
• Production begins on April 25, 2024

Toyota will officially announce and release the Japanese model of the new Land Cruiser 250 on April 18, 2024, with production set to begin on April 25, 2024, so we believe the car will definitely be released. However, while purchase quotas will be allocated to each dealer, the percentages and numbers vary, and delivery times are expected to be long, just like the Land Cruiser 300.

Finally, a word from the editorial team

The new Land Cruiser 250 offers many appealing features, including a larger body size, powerful design, and a wide engine lineup. Its large dimensions of 4,925mm in length, 1,980mm in width, and 1,870mm in height provide stable driving performance and a spacious interior. The adoption of the GA-F platform also improves off-road performance. However, there are drawbacks when driving and parking in urban areas. Therefore, users primarily planning to use their vehicle in urban areas or who have limited parking spaces should be aware of the Land Cruiser 250’s size and maneuverability before making a purchase. The new Land Cruiser 250 inherits the history and reliability of the Land Cruiser series while meeting modern needs. Its appeal is sure to continue to attract attention.