Toyota Australia has revealed full pricing and specification details for the updated LandCruiser 70 Series, confirming the range will hit showrooms in November 2023. The headline change is the introduction of a six-speed automatic transmission, offered across the entire line-up and paired to a revised version of the 1GD-FTV four-cylinder 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine.
Entry pricing kicks off at $75,600 plus on-road costs for the 76 Series WorkMate wagon, with the full range spanning nine variants across two engine options.
At a Glance
- Six-speed automatic transmission introduced for the first time across the 70 Series range, paired with the 1GD 2.8-litre turbo-diesel producing 150kW and 500Nm.
- The 1VD 4.5-litre V8 turbo-diesel (151kW/430Nm) continues alongside the four-cylinder on all variants except the 76 Series WorkMate.
- Redesigned front end features circular LED headlights, a black mesh grille and heritage-inspired bonnet styling; 76 Series wagon gains Eclipse Black as a new colour option.
- A 6.7-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster display, and a revised centre console are fitted to all variants.
- Toyota Safety Sense suite expanded to include Downhill Assist Control, Road Sign Assist and Lane Departure Alert, joining the existing Pre-Collision System.
Toyota Australia's Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations, Sean Hanley, said the addition of the automatic gearbox and four-cylinder engine would widen the model's appeal. "Introducing the new automatic transmission, four-cylinder powertrain to the LandCruiser 70 Series range will broaden its appeal even further, making it more accessible to a wider cross-section of customers than ever before," Mr Hanley said.
The 1GD engine has received a number of mechanical upgrades to handle the demanding conditions typical of 70 Series use. These include a larger cooling fan diameter, an isolation crank pulley to reduce serpentine belt load, a newly designed oil pan, strainer and oil level sensor for improved oil delivery on uneven terrain, and a balance shaft to reduce noise, vibration and harshness. The six-speed automatic has been similarly fortified, with a deeper oil pan, an optimised oil strainer intake position and a new oil catch tank. A transmission guard protects the oil pan, and the breather hose has been raised to 900mm to maintain water-crossing capability. A power/haul mode and a second start switch are also included.
The 3,500kg braked towing capacity is carried over, as is the solid front and rear axle configuration, ladder-frame chassis, low-range transfer case, and locking front and rear differentials on GX and GXL grades. Payload reaches up to 1,380kg depending on variant.
Inside, GXL grades gain two USB-C ports in place of the previous 12V socket, and the 76 Series wagon adds a reversing camera. New steering wheel controls cover multimedia, active safety and voice recognition functions.
Full pricing (plus on-road costs) is as follows. 76 Series Wagon: WorkMate 1GD $75,600; GXL 1GD $79,800, V8 $83,900. 78 Series Troop Carrier: WorkMate 1GD $79,200, V8 $83,300; GXL 1GD $82,500, V8 $86,600. 79 Series single cab chassis: WorkMate 1GD $76,800, V8 $80,900; GX 1GD $78,800, V8 $82,900; GXL 1GD $80,900, V8 $85,000. 79 Series double cab chassis: WorkMate 1GD $79,300, V8 $83,400; GXL 1GD $83,500, V8 $87,600. Premium paint adds $675, and front and rear differential locks on WorkMate and GX single and double cab variants are a $1,500 option.
For existing and prospective 70 Series owners, the November arrival means the long-awaited automatic gearbox option will finally be available through Toyota dealers nationwide.
