Toyota recently introduced another facelift of the immortal Land Cruiser 70 Series, which has been in continuous production since 1984. This latest update keeps the old-school styling adding modern technology to the mix to further enhance its appeal. While the Japanese-market lineup remains limited to the five-door SUV body style, the shorter three-door variant is now available in the United Arab Emirates, featuring a V6 gasoline engine.
Throughout its history, the Series 70 has featured various body styles, leaving uncertainty about which ones would continue with the latest update. Toyota’s United Arab Emirates website showcases a single-cab pickup, a five-door SUV, and a three-door SUV, with the latter two available for purchase. Additionally, images of a dual-cab pickup from Toyota Australia have emerged, suggesting that the refreshed lineup is nearly complete, with only the ‘Troop Carrier’ wagon remaining to be unveiled.
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While most people would find the five-door Land Cruiser far more practical, the three-door variant holds a distinct appeal for off-road enthusiasts, thanks to its compact size. Measuring 4,235 mm (166.7 inches) in length, the three-door model is 640 mm (25.2 inches) shorter than its five-door counterpart. This puts it just slightly longer than a Toyota Yaris Cross, but the ladder-frame-based Land Cruiser is considerably taller and wider.
Updated styling elements such as the round (albeit LED) headlights, protruding indicators, chrome-infused bumper, and blocked taillights that were introduced in the 2024 facelift echo the design of the original, resulting in a timeless look. The UAE-spec model also comes equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels wrapped in high-profile rubber tires.
The interior features Nubuck and Synthetic Leather upholstery for the seats, a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a 2-speaker audio setup, and electric windows. The safety kit has been enhanced with a few Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including Lane Departure Assist and a Pre-Collision System, although there are only two front airbags in total.
Gasoline V6 Power
Unlike Japan, where the Land Cruiser 70 Series is exclusively available with turbodiesel engines (a 2.8-liter inline-four or a 4.5-liter V8), buyers in the United Arab Emirates have access to a single gasoline powertrain option. It features a 4.0-liter V6 24V Dual VVT-i (1GR-FE) engine, producing 228 hp (170 kW / 231 PS) and 360 Nm (266 lb-ft) of torque. Power is transmitted to all four wheels via a 6-speed Super ECT automatic gearbox and a robust 4WD system.
In the United Arab Emirates, the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Hardtop 3-Door is available in a single trim, starting from AED 169,900 (equal to around $46,300 at current exchange rates). For comparison, the equivalent five-door version starts from AED 179,900 ($49,000), while pricing for the single-cab pickup has yet to be announced in the region.
Unfortunately, we have limited photos of the three-door Land Cruiser 70 Series for the time being – though, we will keep an eye out and update this post if more become available. However, in the galleries below, you can appreciate the Japanese-spec five-door SUV and the Australian-spec dual-cab pickup.
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