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1997 Toyota LandCruiser
The new Toyota LandCruiser is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $49,950 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $114,220 for the.
Engine options include 4.5L multi-point injection (158kW/373Nm), 4.2L diesel indirect injection (96kW/271Nm) and 4.2L turbo diesel direct injection (118kW/357Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 1997 LandCruiser is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$49,950 - $114,220†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
N/A
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Retail Price
$49,950 - $114,220†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
N/A
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1997 Toyota LandCruiser
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
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1997 Toyota LandCruiser
Available Variants
The Toyota LandCruiser comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being RV and the most expensive being Sahara Vx.
1997 Toyota LandCruiser
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Power to Weight
44.3 - 75.02 kW/t
40 kW/t
75.02 kW/t
Boot Space
832 litres
832 litres
1,290 litres
Price
$49,950 - $114,220
$39,485
$114,220
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
50,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
5 years
3 years
4 years
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GX
2025
$98,340
GXL
2025
$110,820
VX
2025
$122,510
Sahara
2025
$139,310
Gr-S
2025
$146,160
Sahara Zx
2025
$146,910
Year
2025
Engine Type
3.3L Combustion
Fuel
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
227 kW
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1997 Toyota LandCruiser
Dimensions
4,780 mm
1,830 mm
1,895 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,780 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,830 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,895 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,554 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The most powerful Toyota LandCruiser is the undefined which has 158kW of power and 373nm of torque from its 4.5L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Toyota LandCruiser is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota LandCruiser is the undefined which weighs 3660 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota LandCruiser may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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