Is the Toyota Prado the same as the Toyota Land Cruiser?
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The Toyota Prado is indeed the Toyota Land Cruiser, and it is a mid-to-large-sized SUV under FAW Toyota. Taking the 2019 Toyota Prado as an example, it is a mid-to-large-sized SUV with the following dimensions: length 4840mm, width 1885mm, height 1890mm, wheelbase 2790mm, fuel tank capacity 87 liters, and curb weight 2285kg. The 2019 Toyota Prado features a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a four-link non-independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 3.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 280PS, maximum power of 206kW, and maximum torque of 365Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've been driving for over 20 years and I'm very clear about the relationship between the Toyota Prado and the Toyota BaDao. To be honest, they are exactly the same model. The name 'BaDao' is a colloquial term Toyota uses in the Chinese market, which sounds quite rugged and off-road, but internationally it's always called the Prado. I remember when it first became popular, many friends argued about the name, but in reality, there's no difference in driving—it's powerful, spacious, and works well both off-road and in the city. When buying a used car, it's easy to get confused—some sellers might use the name 'BaDao' to inflate the price, so I recommend verifying at a 4S shop or official channels to avoid getting ripped off. In short, don't get tangled up in the names—the Prado is the BaDao, a reliable and tough off-road vehicle.
