What is the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the Prado?

[AmirDella]

The Prado consumes 13.6 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. The Prado, also known as the Land Cruiser Prado, is a mid-to-large-sized SUV under Toyota. Taking the 2019 Prado as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4840mm, width 1885mm, height 1890mm, with a wheelbase of 2790mm and a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters. The 2019 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, a maximum power of 206kW, and a maximum torque of 365Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

[MiguelLee]

My old Land Cruiser Prado 4.0 has been running for five years. It usually consumes about 15 liters per 100 kilometers in the city, and even more when stuck in traffic. On the highway, it's more fuel-efficient, with cruise control bringing it down to 11 liters. The most extreme was during off-roading—last time in the Alxa Desert, fuel consumption soared to 19 liters. The modified tires and roof rack definitely added to the fuel consumption. A reminder: driving habits matter a lot. For example, after I stopped stomping on the accelerator, each tank of gas could last 30 kilometers longer. Also, using the AC in summer adds about 1 liter to consumption, and long warm-up times in winter also burn more fuel—these are all real-world experiences.

[DianaLynn]

Last week, I helped a friend test his 2018 Land Cruiser Prado 3.5L, and the results were quite interesting. In city driving, it consumed 13.5 liters per 100 kilometers under normal conditions, while on the highway, it dropped to 10.8 liters. The vehicle's 87-liter fuel tank is quite spacious, but the fuel cost per kilometer is still significantly higher than that of a sedan. Found a little trick: using the eco-driving mode can reduce consumption by about 0.7 liters, whereas carrying over 300 kg of load increases fuel consumption by more than 1 liter. Different fuel grades also make a difference, with 95-octane fuel consuming 0.3 liters less per 100 kilometers compared to 92-octane. For those who frequently travel long distances, considering installing a roof box can save some luggage space but increases wind resistance.

[LilaFitz]

Fuel consumption of the Prado depends on the specific model. The older 4.0L naturally aspirated version typically consumes 12-15 liters, while the newer 2.7T can reduce it to 10-12 liters. The 2.3-ton weight has a significant impact, especially during acceleration which is the most fuel-intensive. Auto start-stop is useful in city traffic jams but wears out the battery quickly. It's recommended not to casually switch to larger tires, as the factory tires are the most fuel-efficient. Seasonal temperature differences cause fuel consumption fluctuations of about 0.8 liters, and insufficient tire pressure increases consumption by 1 liter. Four-wheel drive mode consumes about 15% more fuel than two-wheel drive mode, so avoid using it on paved roads unless necessary.

[VanLincoln]

Recently, while helping a client evaluate a used Prado, I noticed a pattern: LC120 models with 15 years of age generally consume over 14 liters per 100 kilometers, while newer 3.5L engines achieve around 11 liters. After the transfer of ownership, remember to clean the intake pipe, which can reduce fuel consumption by 0.5 liters. For used cars, pay special attention to the oxygen sensor fault light—this issue can increase fuel consumption by up to 20%. Northern owners should also be cautious with ethanol-blended gasoline, which consumes 3%-5% more than pure gasoline. For long-term use, it's recommended to clean the catalytic converter every 20,000 kilometers to maintain optimal combustion efficiency.

[DeHarmony]

The biggest cost of driving a Prado is fuel expenses, with a fuel consumption of 12 liters per 100 kilometers. Calculating with 95-octane gasoline, it costs nearly 1 yuan per kilometer. Actually, for city commuting, there's no need to buy such a large-displacement vehicle. My neighbor's Highlander hybrid only consumes 6 liters per 100 kilometers. If you frequently travel to construction sites, the Fengjun pickup diesel version is more economical at 8 liters per 100 kilometers. Considering long-term costs, domestic plug-in hybrid SUVs hardly consume any fuel in pure electric mode. However, if you truly love off-roading, that's another story, as the Prado's four-wheel-drive performance is indeed irreplaceable.