Toyota Land Cruiser 300 review
Overview
The king of Africa. The Land Cruiser 300 carries seven decades of go-anywhere heritage with twin-turbo power and a fortress build — the vehicle the continent trusts when failure isn't an option.
In this review we look at what the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 offers South African buyers — its range and pricing, how it drives, what it's like to live with, and who it suits best. As a 5-door suv, it's built around the things families value most: a commanding driving position, generous space, easy access and the flexibility to handle everything from the school run to the open road.
Range and pricing
The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 range spans 5 variants, giving you room to match the car to your budget and needs. At the Car4Less price it opens with the Land Cruiser 300 3.3D GX-R from R 1 343 850 and stretches to the Land Cruiser 300 3.5T GR-Sport at R 1 891 420 — every one below the manufacturer's retail price.
That spread means there's usually a sweet spot in the range — a variant that balances price against the features that matter to you. The full variant-by-variant pricing is laid out on the model page, so you can see exactly what each step up buys you.
Performance and driving
Power outputs run from 225kW to 305kW across the range, available with Diesel and Petrol power. The benchmark 0–100km/h sprint is quoted at around 8.23 seconds. For a 5-door suv, the Land Cruiser 300 is tuned for relaxed, confident family motoring rather than outright speed — comfortable around town and stable on the open road.
Most buyers in this class care less about raw numbers than about how a car feels in daily use — and on that score the Toyota delivers the kind of unstressed, predictable driving experience that makes it easy to live with day after day.
Fuel economy and running costs
Claimed consumption ranges from 10.68 to 14.5 L/100km depending on variant and drivetrain. Those are respectable figures for the class, though as always your real-world number depends on how and where you drive.
Fuel is only part of the running-cost picture. Factor in insurance, tyres and servicing too — and remember that buying the Land Cruiser 300 below retail through Car4Less reduces the amount you finance, trimming your interest over the whole term as well.
Interior, safety and practicality
It seats 7 and the fuel tank holds 130 litres. Airbag count ranges from 7 to 9 across the range, so it's worth checking variant by variant, alongside the active safety systems expected in this class.
Whatever the configuration, every Toyota Land Cruiser 300 on Car4Less is a brand-new car with its full factory specification — not a stripped-out special. The model page lists the detailed specs so you can confirm exactly what each variant includes before you enquire.
Ownership and aftercare
Every Toyota Land Cruiser 300 sold through Car4Less is brand new and delivered by the national Toyota franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty, a 9 services / 90 000 km service plan. Servicing and warranty work can be carried out at any Toyota dealer in the country, so wherever you are, support is close by.
That national footprint is a real part of the ownership case. It means predictable servicing, easy access to parts, and the reassurance that your car can be looked after anywhere — all of which also helps protect its resale value down the line.
The Car4Less verdict
The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 earns its place in our showroom on Toyota's reputation and the value it offers in its class. It does the important things well, it's backed by a strong dealer network, and it's a car you can buy with confidence.
What seals it is the price. Because Car4Less lists the Land Cruiser 300 below the manufacturer's retail price — with the option of up to R3 000 a month back through the Payment Saver Plan for qualifying buyers — it's simply a smarter buy here than anywhere else. Browse the full variant line-up, compare it against its rivals, and enquire on WhatsApp when you're ready to drive one for less.
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 review — questions
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 a good car?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is a strong choice in its class, backed by Toyota's reputation and a national dealer and parts network. It covers the fundamentals — practicality, running costs and aftercare — well, and through Car4Less it's priced below the manufacturer's retail, which makes it an even smarter buy.
What does a Toyota Land Cruiser 300 cost through Car4Less?+
From R 1 343 850 at the Car4Less price — below the manufacturer's retail price of R 1 581 000. A consultant confirms the exact current price before you order.
Does the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 come with a warranty?+
Yes — every Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is brand new and delivered through the Toyota franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty and plan, exactly as you'd get buying from the dealer directly. You simply pay less for the car.
Where can I buy a Toyota Land Cruiser 300 for less?+
Right here. Car4Less lists every Toyota Land Cruiser 300 variant below retail, delivered brand new through the Toyota dealer network. Enquire on the model page to get a current price and start the process.
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