What are the names of the Prado?
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The Prado is known as the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. Due to its imposing appearance, it is commonly referred to as 'Prado' in China. Here is some relevant information: 1. The Prado is categorized into GX, VX, GXR, and VXR models. 2. The PRADO is a new model in Toyota's Land Cruiser series. This newly developed next-generation SUV is equipped with the newly developed Toyota six-cylinder fuel-injected 1GR-FEV6 engine, with a displacement of 3956CC, delivering excellent power performance. The Prado's advanced engine provides robust output power and torque, paired with a highly durable frame and reinforced suspension system, resulting in impressive off-road capability and traversing performance. The vehicle dimensions are 4840mm in length, 1885mm in width, and 1890mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2790mm, making it a mid-to-large five-door, seven-seater SUV.
The evolution of the name 'Prado' is quite interesting. When it was first introduced to China in 2003, it was called 'Ba Dao' (meaning 'Overbearing'). However, due to an advertising incident in 2004, the name was changed to 'Prado'. Yet, many veteran car enthusiasts still prefer calling it 'Ba Dao' to this day. Its full name is actually the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, belonging to the Land Cruiser family, and it's often abbreviated by its chassis codes like LC90/120/150. In the off-roading circles of Tibet, it's nicknamed 'Ox Head Car' because its emblem resembles an ox's head. Since its debut in 1990, the Prado has undergone three generational changes, but no matter what it's called, its rugged capability for climbing slopes and overcoming obstacles has never changed.
I've seen many car owners specifically looking for the old 'Prado' at 4S stores. When this vehicle first entered China, it used the name 'Prado' (Chinese: 霸道), paired with the commercial showing a stone lion bowing, which indeed exuded dominance. However, it was later renamed 'Prado' to better align with Toyota's naming system. Its English name, Land Cruiser Prado, directly translates to 'Land Cruiser-Prado', with 'Prado' actually meaning 'field' in Spanish. In the current used car market, models from around 2003 still have 'Toyota Prado' (Chinese: 丰田霸道) written on their vehicle licenses, and even the rear badges feature the original Chinese characters for 'Prado'. These older models hold significant nostalgic value.
