The Ultimate Showdown Toyota Land Cruiser vs Land Rover Range Rover

Toyota is  a global automaker, has the best-selling 3rd-row Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series and Range Rover Sports in Tanzania, both premium SUVs. These models boast advanced features such as handling, power, comfort, performance, and appearance, making them popular among the Tanzanian market. The comparison between the Land Cruiser J200 Series 2014 model and Range Rover is not limited to exterior appearance and safety features.

Exterior and Interior Comparison

Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser, a Japanese SUV, has significantly influenced the popularity of 4x4s. It is renowned for its respect, surpassing its mud-pumping capabilities. Its closest competitor is the Nissan Patrol, which is also respected, and the Land Rover Discovery. The Toyota Land Cruiser is a spacious car that can comfortably accommodate up to eight people in a 3-row layout. The seats are made of high-quality leather and have electrically adjustable legroom. The first row offers exceptional legroom and ample seating space. The second row offers numerous storage options, while the third row is modest but close. The Land Cruiser V8 is meticulously designed with ample storage for beverages, smartphones, and handbags. The first row features four bottle holders, dashboard storage, door panel storage, cooler box, and glovebox. The Land Cruiser offers ample cargo space in its 5 seater outline, which can accommodate a large family. The 3rd-row seats can be easily folded, and in the 8 seater outline, with the 3rd-row seats down, the Land Cruiser still manages decent cargo space.

Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover, also known as the RRS, is a performance-focused SUV that focuses on on-road and handling, while maintaining the Land Rover's mud-plugging capabilities. Introduced in 2013, it features powerful engines, a 39% lighter body, and Dynamic Response suspension, making it one of the best-performing SUVs. 

There are several storage booths in the cabin that are useful for storing items such as smartphones, goggles, beverages, handbags, etc. In the first row, there is door panel storage, 4 cup-holders, the center box, and a glovebox. For the second row, there are 4 cup-holders, door pockets, and front-seat jacket pockets. For the third row, there are 2 cup-holders.

In the 7 seater arrangement, the boot is almost nonexistent. In the 5 seater arrangement, the boot is decent enough and can carry luggage for a family of 5. When more space is required, the second-row seats can be folded in a split outline to free up a sizable amount of cargo space.

Engine, Performance & Fuel Consumption

Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser is powered by a V8 4.7L petrol engine and a V8 Twin Turbo Diesel 4.5L engine, producing 234 kW at 4800 rpm and 200 kW at 3400 rpm respectively. Despite not being as powerful as the Range Rover, the Land Cruiser is a strong 4x4 with fuel consumption ranging from 7.1 to 9.7 km/L.

Land Rover Range Rover

Range Rover fuel consumption is approximately 10 km/L to 16.6 km/L for the Range Rover powered by 2.7L V6 – 3.6L V8 diesel engine and for the Petrol engines fuel consumption range from 8 km/L – 11 km/L.

Final Verdict

The Toyota Land Cruiser and Range Rover are executive SUVs with advanced features, spacious interiors, and safety features. They are great for highway cruising. For a powerful 4x4, the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series is recommended, while the Range Rover offers more features and quick acceleration.