Since the introduction of the Toyota Land Cruiser, the nameplate is long known as a rugged off-road SUV with big combustion engines. Now, it seems the Japanese automaker is flipping the script with the preview of an all-electric concept of the SUV called the Land Cruiser Se.
Toyota Land Cruiser Se concept
With an electric vehicle (EV) powertrain, the Cruiser Se will run smoother and quieter on the road. The concept is also underpinned by a unibody chassis as opposed to the staple body-on-frame of the nameplate. Regardless, the Japanese automaker assures “highly responsive handling and confidence in tackling rough terrain.”
Dimensions-wise, the concept spans 5,150mm in length, 1,990mm in width, and 1,705mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,050mm. That makes it about the same length and width as the current-gen Land Cruiser 300 but is only lower by 240mm.
The nameplate goes electric
The EV concept arrives with a modern crossover-like appeal, which is a departure from the boxy body of the road-going Land Cruiser. Inside, the vehicle features a seven-seater layout. Toyota promises the EV powertrain will help “create a comfortable cabin space when driving in urban areas and other on-road situations.”
Speaking of which, Toyota hasn’t released the details about the concept’s EV powertrain. The automaker is working on mass-producing new solid-state batteries by 2027. If the concept gets this technology, it would offer 1,000 km of range and a 10-minute charging time.
This EV concept is coming to the Japan Mobility Show
Toyota is expected to reveal the full specs at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show (formerly known as the Tokyo Auto Show) along with other interesting EV concepts such as the highly customizable Kayoibako. No production plans have been set for this concept but we’re hoping it would be an addition to the range instead of fully electrifying the renowned nameplate.
The JMS is happening from October 25 to November 4 at the Tokyo Big Sight in Japan.
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Know more about Toyota Land Cruiser 2024
The Toyota Land Cruiser is the one of Toyota longest-selling models. In the modern era, this model fits into the full-size SUV class, and it can seat up to seven. Toyota Land Cruiser 2023 Price Philippines starts at ₱5,340,000 for the entry-level VX 3.3 4x4 AT, while the top-of-the-line Toyota Land Cruiser ZX 3.3 4x4 AT is priced at ₱5,732,000
Locally, the 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser is available in two variants: the Land Cruiser VX, and the Land Cruise ZX. Under the hood of both of these trims is a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 diesel engine capable of making up to 302 horsepower and 700Nm of torque. Both variants also come with a ten-speed automatic gearbox, and a 4x4 drivetrain.
Size-wise, the Philippine-spec Toyota Land Cruiser is 5,130mm long, 1980mm wide, and 1,945mm in height. Both also have a wheelbase length of 2,850mm, and a ground clearance of 225mm.
Competing against the Toyota Land Cruiser in the Philippine market is the Nissan Patrol, Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, BMW X3, and Land Rover Range Rover.
₱ 5,340,000 - ₱ 5,732,000
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