What are the dimensions of the Prado model?

[LeonardoMarie]

The dimensions of the Prado model are: length 4840 mm, width 1885 mm, height 1890 mm, and a wheelbase of 2790 mm. The Prado is a mid-to-large SUV under the Toyota brand, with a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters and a curb weight of 2285 kg. The Prado is equipped with a 3.5L naturally aspirated V6 engine, producing a maximum torque of 365 Nm at 4500 rpm and a maximum power at 6000 rpm. It is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The front suspension uses a double-wishbone independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a four-link non-independent suspension.

[Julio]

As an off-road enthusiast, I often drive the Prado, and its size is indeed a talking point. The Prado usually refers to the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. The latest model's dimensions are approximately: length around 4840 mm, width 1885 mm, and height 1890 mm. Driving this car feels like driving a tank, especially when parking in tight city spots—the side mirrors can even touch the neighboring cars. You have to be extra careful when turning because with a nearly 5-meter-long body, making a turn in old residential areas might require backing up two or three times. However, the advantage of its large size is that the trunk can fit camping gear for four people, and you can even bring all your cooking equipment when traveling the Sichuan-Tibet route. With a ground clearance of over 220 mm, you never have to worry about scraping the bottom when crossing ditches or bumps—it truly lives up to its reputation as a beast for rough roads.

[DeRose]

When I was car shopping, I specifically compared the dimensions of the Prado and Highlander. The Prado is noticeably larger all around. From what I recall, the specific measurements were over 4.8 meters in length, about 1.9 meters in width, and around 1.9 meters in height. This size is particularly practical for family trips - even with all five of us seated, it doesn't feel cramped, and you can still fit backpacks when kids temporarily occupy the third row. However, it can be a bit troublesome for school drop-offs and pickups - you simply can't squeeze through when the school gate area gets congested, and finding parking at shopping centers on weekends often takes half an hour of circling. The most practical feature is the side-swing tailgate design - you can just push the stroller right in without folding it. If you frequently drive on highways, wind noise can be somewhat noticeable due to the vehicle's height and large wind exposure area.

[SanJulian]

Having worked in car repairs for over a decade, I've seen all kinds of Prados. Their dimensions have remained fairly stable at around 4.8 meters in length with a wheelbase of approximately 2.8 meters. This size typically brings two types of issues: parallel parking in urban areas can be quite challenging, so I recommend installing a 360-degree camera; when off-roading, watch out for tree branches scratching the roof - it's common to see owners driving into wooded areas and getting their paint scratched. Be extra cautious with parking garage width restrictors (usually about 1.9 meters wide) - I've repaired several vehicles with damaged side mirrors from these. The advantage is the generous ground clearance - you don't even need to set the lift to its highest position during maintenance. Mechanics particularly appreciate vehicles with such high chassis.

[BeauDella]

The most impressive aspect of test-driving the Prado is its interior space layout. Despite its large exterior dimensions, the designers have maximized space utilization. Even with all three rows of seats up, the trunk can still accommodate a 28-inch suitcase vertically. The second-row seats can slide forward and backward, allowing legroom adjustment from one fist width to three fist widths. With a vehicle width of 1885mm, when the rear seats are folded down to create a completely flat space, it can practically accommodate two 1.8-meter-tall adults lying down. However, the downside of the vehicle's height is the need for extra caution in underground parking lots with height restrictions—some shopping malls have 1.9-meter height limit bars, so it's essential to check the signs in advance. Once, a customer forgot about the height limit, and the roof rack was sliced off halfway.

[EmiliaLee]

Last year, driving an old Prado on construction sites, I truly experienced its size advantages. The approach angle provided by its over 4.8-meter length was just right, easily handling 30-degree dirt slopes on site. The 1890mm height offered much wider visibility than sedans, allowing early detection of rough patches. However, on narrow site roads, I had to fold in the mirrors when passing other vehicles—the 1885mm width left just 10cm of space when two vehicles were side by side. The most practical feature was the flat rear bed that could hold steel racks, directly loading 400kg of construction materials. For frequent city driving, fuel consumption would be on the higher side, given its size and weight exceeding two tons.