Toyota Land Cruiser 70 rereleased in Japan for 1 year

Toyota Land Cruiser 70 rereleased in Japan for 1 year

A diehard Land Cruiser fan living in Japan and looking for a box-fresh 70-series model? Well, your prayers have been answered: the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 has been rereleased in the Land of the Rising Sun for about a year – sales there having terminated 10 years ago – to celebrate the model’s 30th anniversary.

In 1984, the heavy-duty 70-series model was produced to replace the 40-series model as the main Land Cruiser line split off as a more spacious and comfortable SUV. That line has progressed to the Land Cruiser 200 and Prado models we know today, but the 70-series model has soldiered on as a separate harder-working workhorse that is still being offered in places like Australia, Africa and the Middle East.

The ol’ girl has been under the knife since it was discontinued in Japan, with a radically different front fascia and interior, but elsewhere much remains the same. These new models will feature commemorative badging on the front fenders, as well as a leather key case and a leather maintenance record holder.

A 1GR-FE 4.0 litre VVT-i V6 is the sole engine offering, producing 231 PS and 360 Nm. Power is sent through a five-speed manual to a part-time four-wheel drive system with a dual-mode automatic locking hub. Combined fuel consumption is rated at an astounding 6.6 km per litre (no, that’s not a typo).

The specifications read like they come from another era (because they did), not least of which being the safety features consisting of just dual airbags and ABS. There are, however, a couple of optional extras aimed at hardcore off-road drivers, these being a powered winch and front and rear electric differential locks.

Two body variants will be offered for this rerelease – a four-door wagon and a double-cab pickup, the latter appearing in Japan for the first time and capable of hauling up to 600 kg of cargo. The wagon will cost 3,600,000 yen (RM109,000), with the pickup slightly cheaper at 3,500,000 yen (RM106,000).

In addition, Toyota is also introducing special edition versions of the regular Land Cruiser 200 and Prado, called the Bruno Cross and Argento Cross respectively. The former features “super chrome” metallic paint, aluminium wheels, nappa leather seats and plated side mirrors, while the latter gets silver-and-black seats and roof rails, dark metallic grey wheels and a geometric instrument panel.

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Jonathan Lee

After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • Obviously (Member) on Aug 28, 2014 at 11:59 am

    http://paultan.org/2014/08/28/toyota-land-cruiser-70-rereleased-japan-1-year/la701408_24/

    Would you look at that dashboard. Such throwback! The legacy of a more adventurous era when SUVs were made to take on the roughest of roughs, carving new paths in places where no 4 wheeled beast has gone before.

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    • Ridiculously on Aug 28, 2014 at 2:10 pm

      Proton should bring back also Jumbuck Arena pickup to fight this Land cruiser!

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  • gaman on Aug 28, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    Wow.. If the dual-cab released here in North Borneo, it would be a hit.. i’m surely the one bought it.. hmmmm.

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    • Why no diesel on Aug 29, 2014 at 12:33 pm

      But sadly no diesel engines is offered. Would really appreciate the extra low-end grunt. The 4.2 turbodiesel from the landcruiser 100 would be a good choice.

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  • Sam Loo (ori) on Aug 28, 2014 at 12:15 pm

    Greatest off-roader of all times.

    I still would choose this classic 4X4 anytime

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  • AVH (Member) on Aug 28, 2014 at 12:20 pm

    Its old, its outdated, it can be easily bought for HALF the price in the used car dealers……But why do I so want one.

    I think the problem is, purpose off-roaders like the Land Cruiser 70, The original Mitsubishi Pajero, Defender and the Suzuki Jimmy are getting rarer and rarer. You can’t get much lightweight, go anywhere, fix-with-a-hammer machine nowadays like you can 30 years ago, and thats why I welcome the Land Cruiser 70 with open hands.

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    • Sam Loo (ori) on Aug 28, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      A 15 year old Land Cruiser will sell sell for more money than a 15 month old Santa Fe

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  • Gycee on Aug 28, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    I had a recon Prado for over 20 years and sold it to a good friend over a year ago. I must say it had given me anxious moment when the engine refused to start or just died on the road with a few perennial problems with fuel pump, overheating etc. Still wonderful memories as it took us to so many places here in Sarawak. Now got a Pajero Sport VGT and with new technology in the engine department it’s a different world all together.

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  • qwerty on Aug 28, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    This thing is a beast! My family owned one previously, and it was super reliable and could bring us anywhere we wanted.

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  • nabill (Member) on Aug 28, 2014 at 1:06 pm

    I love it!
    Specially if ur born in the 80s,I love how those 80s cars reincarnated in 2days techs n reborn….these cars lasts a lifetime…

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  • policeman on Aug 28, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    I will buy a commemorative Proton Saga for RM50K if proton release it.

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  • Chris (Member) on Aug 28, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    Dear Toyota,

    It’s been just over 30 years since the original AE86. I know the new 86 is all nice and modern, but can we have a retro version?

    Sub 1-tonne, RWD, LSD, and stick the 1ZR-FAE inside (if possible).

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  • Rulered on Aug 28, 2014 at 3:54 pm

    A classic work horse as it was meant to be. The Land Cruiser nowadays are more seen in shopping complexes.

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  • Baja Lapis Seng on Aug 28, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    Long live the King

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  • lambda bada on Aug 28, 2014 at 7:23 pm

    Just noticed the rim have 5 lugs compared the previous lc 70, 6 lugs.

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  • Semi-Value (Member) on Aug 28, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    so when u bring back celica gt4, ae86, supra =D

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  • Modesto.hann on Aug 28, 2014 at 9:09 pm

    Good move! Another revival of old school design after FJ cruiser was declared a success story..

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  • They have this model in Australia. But if not mistaken engine option is only commonrail diesel 1VD 202hp 430nm from the J200 land cruiser but with single turbo. 4.5 litre v8.

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  • kelvin on Aug 28, 2014 at 11:11 pm

    Inside is very uncomfortable for long journey

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  • really miss my ol’ 1991 cruiser. stolen on December 6th 2013 .. damn you thieves!

    hopefully will reach our shores ..

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