1997 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GX review from Malaysia
"Power petrol cruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alarm system malfunctioned after 3 months.
Power steering pump leaked at 24,000 km.
The rear suspension was noisy at 28000 km. Replaced with new parts.
Shift lever cover broke after about 1 year.
Reverse gear a bit difficult to engage.
All faults rectified under the dealers' warranty.
General comments?
Fantastic mileage for a petrol 4x4.
Smooth and silent.
Dashboard design could use a bit of sprucing up.
The best after sales service in my country.
Extremely roomy, especially at the back.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7 3RZ-FE petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 26 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 65000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2001 |