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2024 Toyota Prado off-road specs: Deep dive, comparison with 300 Series
Here's everything we know so far about the dimensions and off-road capabilities of the new Toyota Prado – and how it compares to its predecessor, and the larger LandCruiser 300 Series.
2024 Toyota Prado underpinnings
Whereas previous Prado generations used a distinct body-on-frame platform shared with the likes of the Toyota Tacoma pick-up and 4Runner 4WD sold in the US, the new LandCruiser Prado 250 Series uses the same foundation as the 300 Series LandCruiser.
The new platform is called TNGA-F, which stands for Toyota New Global Architecture, and 'F' to designate a body-on-frame construction. It continues to use a ladder chassis underneath, with strut-based independent front suspension and a live rear axle.
The new Prado uses the same 2850mm wheelbase as the 300 Series LandCruiser – an increase of 60mm compared to the 150 Series Prado it replaces.
Each generation of the LandCruiser Prado has grown, and it’s no different with the 250 Series. The new model is 100mm longer than the old Prado (4925mm), as well as 95mm wider (1980mm) and 20mm taller (1870mm).
This makes the LandCruiser Prado only marginally smaller than the 300 Series overall, and much closer in overall size in comparison to previous generations.
2024 Toyota Prado ground clearance, off-road angles and fuel tank
According to details published by Toyota USA, the LandCruiser Prado 250 has 221mm of available ground clearance (or 210mm running clearance), which is about average for a vehicle of this size – at least on paper.
Other clearance metrics are about average for the class, with 31-degree approach, 25-degree ramp-over and 21-degree departure angles.
It is yet to be confirmed whether the LandCruiser Prado will retain the option of a rear-mounted spare wheel, as offered on previous generations. The tailgate-mounted spare has historically allowed for up to 180 litres of fuel capacity in the 120 Series Prado, and 150 litres in the outgoing 150 Series.
So far Toyota has only confirmed a tailgate with a full-size under-slung spare. Considering the rear door of the Prado is now top-hinged (instead of side-hinged), there is a chance the rear-mounted spare wheel will be discontinued for this new-generation Prado.
However, the new model does appear to get the handy glass window that opens separately from the door.
In the outgoing Prado, opting for a rear-mounted spare wheel allowed the fitment of a second 63-litre fuel tank, for 150 litres of available fuel capacity. The fuel tank capacity for the new model is yet to be confirmed.
2024 Toyota Prado four-wheel-drive system
While Toyota has not confirmed the crawl ratio of the new LandCruiser Prado, the move to an eight-speed automatic transmission – replacing the old six-speed unit – places it in good stead to have gears suited to off-road use.
For reference, the current-generation LandCruiser Prado has a crawl rat
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