What is the Toyota Prado called now?
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The Prado has been renamed to Land Cruiser Prado, which is an SUV series under the Toyota brand. There are currently 12 models of the Prado available for sale. Here are the differences between the Prado and other products: Exterior: The Prado features clean and bold lines overall, with a front grille designed with five vertical slats and a hexagonal outer frame. The front bumper has a sharply defined shape. Configuration: The new vehicle is equipped with PVM panoramic monitoring, DSC start assist, MTM with multi-terrain selection monitoring system, TPMS tire pressure detection, and more, providing a safer driving experience. The top-tier model also features an electronically controlled rear air suspension and AVS adaptive variable suspension system. The former offers three adjustable chassis heights, giving the vehicle stronger off-road capability, while the latter provides three driving modes, allowing users to experience better comfort and handling in different road conditions. Interior: It adopts a new four-spoke multifunction steering wheel and gear shift lever. The instrument panel has also been changed from a dual-dial design to a four-round design. Additionally, significant improvements have been made to the functionality of the T-shaped area on the center console.
I've been driving for decades and remember when it was called the Toyota 'Badao' (which means 'Overbearing' in Chinese). The name sounded pretty cool, but later, Toyota unified its brand image globally, possibly thinking 'Badao' sounded a bit aggressive and not friendly enough. Now, it's officially renamed the Toyota Prado. This isn't just a simple name change but an adaptation to international trends to make the model more popular. On the Chinese official website and at 4S stores, it's called the Prado, with the same robust performance, suitable for off-roading and family trips. If you search the used car market, some still habitually call it 'Badao,' but if you're buying a new car, you should look for the Prado name. By the way, it's in the same series as the Land Cruiser, known for its reliable quality, and its reputation has remained strong even after the name change.
