Yes, Toyota brought a new 5-seat configuration to the much-loved GXL, thus letting go of the deficit of luggage capacity present in the seven-seater. This choice for the consumer is great as it helps retain the much-needed market preferences.
Enhanced cargo
While the three-row version has smaller storage of 182 liters with all seats used and 906 liters when the third sits flat, the five-seater GXL gorges upon 945 liters with the second row in position, and when put down, proves even more cavernous at 1895 liters. This solution is simply yearned for by many who need to pack the car for road trips/weekends of exploration.
Congruent Performance and Features
Behind its rear cabinet sits the tough 2.8-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine in the five-seat GXL, making 150 kW of power and 500 Nm of torque. For the 8-speed automatic and the full-time all-time drive system, judging by the Front Runner rack on top, the new 5-seater Toyota LC has standard recovery points that ought to belong to the first LC 5-seater. Buying experience also facilitates crossing borders if the hacked-together aftermarket roof rack is not yet available from the factory and Excellencies of durability.
Featuring precisely the same range of features, the 5-seat GXL features its older sibling; synthetic leather-based fine art trim inflicts peace on one single surface while heated and aired front seats extend to each occupant. Moreover, the front row includes an eight-way fully powered seat with driver memory and a 12.3-inch infotainment screen (with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto). With safety including both front and rear parking sensors and 360-degree camera, the two should surely suffice for the job.
Price and Availability
The five-seater GXL does not yet have its price released but is expected to be priced between the GX starting at $72,500 and the 7-seater GXL at $79,990. The delivery of these vehicles is anticipated in the second half of 2025.
In Summation
The introduction of the GXL five-seater Toyota LandCruiser Prado brings, to the consumer, a practical option that comes with exceptional storage capacity and, on top of it all, keeps performance and specs through the same line. Definitively, this one is indicative of Toyota’s stated pledge to provide an all-encompassing SUV market.
