Used Toyota LandCruiser Prado for Sale in Australia | Carma

The Toyota LandCruiser Prado has long occupied a distinctive place in the Australian SUV market, combining genuine four-wheel-drive ability with the practicality of a family-oriented cabin. It is designed for drivers who need more than an urban soft-roader, while still requiring a vehicle that can handle everyday transport and highway travel.

Across the Prado’s Australian history, the model has been offered in 150 Series and 250 Series generations. The 150 Series ran from late 2009 to 2023 and established the familiar Prado formula of a ladder-frame chassis, low-range gearing, four-wheel drive and seven-seat practicality. Its long production run means the used market includes a broad mix of model years, trim grades, mileages and equipment levels.

The 150 Series was available with a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel, a 4.0-litre V6 petrol engine and a 3,000 kg braked towing capacity. Diesel examples are common in the used market and are well suited to extended travel and towing, while later updates introduced additional safety and driver-assistance technology. Trim grades included GX, GXL, VX and Kakadu, giving buyers a useful spread of specification and price points.

Introduced in Australia in June 2024, the 250 Series brought a substantial engineering update. It uses a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, an eight-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive. Its 3,500 kg braked towing rating represents a significant increase over the outgoing model. Five- and seven-seat configurations are available, with the five-seat layout prioritising luggage space and the seven-seat version providing greater passenger flexibility.

The Prado’s appeal rests in the balance it offers. Its body-on-frame construction and low-range system provide the hardware required for unsealed roads, steep terrain and off-road touring, while the SUV body provides a more usable environment for family duties than a dedicated work vehicle. Towing capacity, ground clearance and four-wheel-drive hardware also make it relevant to owners travelling with recreational equipment or caravans, subject to the specific vehicle’s rating and condition.

When assessing a used Prado, service documentation and evidence of how the vehicle was used are particularly important. Inspection of the underbody, suspension, differential seals and towing-related wear can help distinguish a primarily highway-driven vehicle from one that has spent extensive time on rough tracks or under heavy loads. Diesel models should also be checked for appropriate maintenance and diesel particulate filter condition, especially if they have been used mainly for short urban trips.

• 150 Series production in Australia: late 2009 to 2023
• 250 Series introduced in Australia: June 2024
• 150 Series braked towing capacity: 3,000 kg
• 250 Series braked towing capacity: 3,500 kg
• Available seating configurations across the range include five- and seven-seat layouts