2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Review // Idiot Proof
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser in ‘Land Cruiser’ trim ($61,950 starting in the US, $77,290 starting in Canada) is brand new and now comes standard with a hybrid four-cylinder turbo i-FORCE MAX engine. It’s good for 326 horsepower and 465 lb ft of torque, and comes with many off road goodies like a locking differential, detachable sway bars, and a 2400 watt outlet in the trunk. But where exactly does the Land Cruiser fit into Toyota’s lineup among the 4Runner and the Lexus GX? And does this new hybrid Land Cruiser live up to its reputation of reliability and capability? Thomas and James head to the Algodones Dunes to find out. We hope you enjoy the episode! And then subscribe, silly.
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Toyota ain’t gonna be mad. This is the best ad they could have asked for.
Bingo. This makes me want one of these sooooo much more.
The fact it survived despite leaking coolant is incredibly encouraging for reliability and durability.
I don't know. When Everyman Driver accidentally put a 4Runner through a frozen pond and wrecked the bumper getting out of the ice pond, Toyota wouldn't loan him a 4runner for a few years. 😂 32:00
@@CamberRockerCamber I remember that well, it was Steve from Truck King and that review was EPIC :D
It also highlights the poor model segmentation they’re trying to put in the lineup now that three models are all in roughly the same price range
That shot of you flying MUST go into the future intros
Intro to the Hyundai Tiburon video?
Absolutely
The response after the landing was incredible… one of my favorite TH moments of all time.
100%, instant classic
I must support this suggestion.
That's it, lads. You've cemented yourselves as the best car group since TG. The reaction to the jump, the camping bit, the intro, the outro credits. This was truly an epic video.
I was about to say the same thing
So glad that thumbnail was real and not clickbait!
This is hands-down better than any advertising that Toyota could produce on their own. Not only is the thumbnail shot of this thing airborne dope as fuck, but the fact that it still performed fine after being damaged was a huge boon to the whole "it gets you home" narrative.
Do you really think Toyota wasn’t at least partially involved in the making of this video?
@@nickfruge5639 yeah you're right bro Toyota probably gave them explicit instructions to go crash the press car 👍
@@nickfruge5639ford femboy?
Give it a skid plate... and this thing will survive driving over an explosive mine😂
@@nickfruge5639their only involvement was giving them the car
The front of the land cruiser looks like it could be replicated using Legos
Yeah...I am disappointed they are only putting the good looking circle lights in a first edition or lower trim. The squinted look with the giant block of black plastic to fill in the gap kinda looks crap imo. Of course I need to see it in person. Could look better. Love the side and back profile. If I get a Land Cruiser I am gonna get the similarly priced and much better looking GX. Hahah
That’s what’s amazing about the design😍
And that is what makes it look so good
I wonder if any company could make a car that’s deliberately designed to match the proportions that’s possible to replicate with Lego, and then collaborate with Lego for a perfect model
Yes!!!!!
Two requests have I. 1) can we get an extra throttle house on how the damage was dealt with afterward, and 2) can every video end with the crew standing together in silhouette while medieval tavern music plays? It would be very inspiring, even if you were standing in an alley by a dumpster star staring at a cat. Another banger of a review 🤌
They don't deal with the damage, the car gets returned to the press car managing company who gives it back to Toyota. At least thats generally how it works.
@@griffins750 I didn't consider a press car could be taken out for a trip like this, but giving it thought, it makes sense.
It’s always the drivers fault
The aftermarket for these things will be awesome. To be completely stock really shows how great this is and the LX. Handled that jump like a champion, got out of a desert with a busted radiator and with less coolant in the heat. It’s a win. We’ve seen other trucks do smaller jumps and blow air bags. Toyota and Lexus forever.
It's also a turbo charged car, so it gets really hot. It not overheating was impressive!
If it's not "Thomas tries to simultaneously impress & scare James like they're on a first date"-proof, I don't want it 😤
Well its really cool actually, man.😅
it's impressive they can keep that spark alive after all these years together. 💕
Still a pretty successful first date. They did sleep together after all
@@Trench_Wastage💀
YEET
That thumbnail is incredible.
It’s a different car though (no roof rack)
@@beautyisontheinside Same car, no tent
@@beautyisontheinsideit was removed via photo editing
@@MaverickPhantom👆yep exactly
@@MaverickPhantomwhy they removed the thumbnail via editing btw?
I have a 2006 Lexus GX470. I have taken it overlanding and hit the cracked plate a tree stumps. Rock crawling with better clearance than the 4runner. I have pulled huge trees when mt tractor wouldn't start. And went through 16" of heavy snow from a Noreastern with no trouble . I made a bed for the back . Aside from the 15 miles per gallon, i love it! I got it in 2020 for $10,500 with 140k miles no rust from the south. I had the maintenance timing belt and water pump changed for $2000. I never want to sell it.
The way they both just moved straight to awkward understatement after the impact 😂 brilliant work guys.
Watching you guys is the most natural transition to watching the old top gear and grand tour shows. Possibly one of the highest compliments I could ever give a car journalist. I’ve loved watching you guys for the last 4+ years. Truly makes my day with every upload you do. Thank you for everything
I would claim this is better, but know I will take some flac for that.
I still miss the 2004 styled top gear...😢
I’d rather watch these 2 than May and Hammond, but Clarkson is in a league of his own. Can’t wait for Farm 3.
Amen!
I was about to make the same comment when i seen this one. I miss the old top gear and to me Throttle house gives me the same joy to watch.
You guys have 100% RUINED every other car’s reviews channel. It is amazing how you keep raising the bar and surprising us with unexpectedly witty, funny intros and outros. The quality of the objective journalism is hardly matched. Thank you to all of you in the TH Team to make this wonderful channel happen. Cheers and best wishes hopefully for a long lasting uniquely entertaining car journalism journey. YOU GUYS ARE THE ABSOLUTE BEST! THANK YOU!
Take my like already!
Could not agree more with this comment.
you forgot topgear
They are the new top gear @@kamalverma4641
This is all a copy of Top Gear they aren't that great
You guys ARE Top Gear now. I look forward to every new video like I used to look forward to BBC Top Gear 10 years ago. You've successfully done the impossible!
I probably said this after every one of your videos so far, but THIS IS THE BEST CAR REVIEW I'VE SEEN SINCE AGES. You constantly surpass yourselfes again and again, all the while being authentic and funny, good to see the entire team at the end. what a show!
Wow, seriously, the production quality and editing on these videos are just next level! Major props to the team behind these videos.
The quality production on this video is always 10/10.
End credits 😘👌
That was the first time I was focused watching end credits and the music was like when you finished a quest.
That jump, the aftermath and the reaction while it happened was just about the best piece of automotive journalism I've seen in ages. Unscripted accident and the most human reaction ever. Bravo.
Unscripted with the cameraman standing exactly in the right spot, at the right time. But anyways it was very well done!
@@WiebittewasNah I trust these guys and Thomas even said on Instagram it wasn’t planned. Now they might have planned to gun it up the dune but I certainly don’t think they planned on jumping it, and breaking it lol
Unscripted reaction. The look on their faces @@Wiebittewas
@@yammmitprecisely
@@Wiebittewas lol maybe because they planned to make a good last climb and great camera shot ( thats cameramans job) or by your logic if nothing crazy happens there is no point in capturing good shots for the review.
As a devoted Land Cruiser owner (Series 200) and been, let's say off and back on the beaten path with it, this review is the best presentation of the new Land Cruiser 2024 so far. Informative and entertaining. It also helped me decide on the GX 550 for my wife when the time comes to switch out of her RX 350. Thanks Guys, much appreciated. I will be looking for more real reviews from you.
This is the quintessential Land Cruiser review. Kudos to you guys, I never watch reviews this long this was so well done.
You advertised it better than Toyota ever would. What a fantastic review.
Crazy how the broken bits didn’t impede them getting home. True test completed.
And it proves the point there should come a TRD Pro version
Minus the radiator breaking on sand. 😂
Yeah but it still drove all the way home. I call that a win!
@@ryanb8736 it was rock under it yeah?
Everytime they get an off roader: “Let’s push it till it breaks” Flashbacks to the Bronco R video.
Wish they would take 2 old offroaders and do that 1000 mile road trip as they did with the old GTi and the old Corolla
Bronco R still has better mileage than 2024 Land Cruiser.
@@purwantiallan5089 Toyota was never a leader in MPG, not even the Prius. Something about Toyota making the most efficient engines, then retuning them for reliability purposes (so they state).
@@MaverickPhantom Yes because its not very efficient if you have an engine that can have 3l/100km but also breaks after 1000km and you have to replace the engine after that for way more than you saved in gas.
@@qwertz4035 pretty much
Ooooh my god!!!! Throttle house for the first time mentioned the mighty 70 series land cruisers in the however many years I’ve been watching. Those things are so rugged, not comfortable or whatever but they WILL get you literally anywhere and back. The best platform to build for purpose, touring, contracting work, weekend toy. Truly a utilitarian machine. Greeting from the South Pacific 🇵🇬
You don't hear about the 70 Series "farm truck" on some channels, cuz we don't get them in North America... Everywhere else in the world, but not us. So we really can't comment on them. Us Canadians rarely see one... Unless we travel abroad or it gets imported.
The most enjoyable Land Cruiser review by far. Humour with exceptional description of the journey and landscape. I love you guys!
Didn't know I'd be adding Patch 'O Dirt to my travel list this year.
Hopefully the travel list is cool.
@@purwantiallan5089well obviously it is, did you not see the reviews for it?
It'll forever change your life
A day with both patch’ o dirt and the polee would be pure nirvana. Discovered The Poleee by chance while driving with my family. We are going to visit my grandmother for her final Christmas in this world. Seeing The Poleee was truly a special and reassuring moment in this time, and I’ll be sure to tell her all about its magnificence. It sent wonderful energy to us in our brief encounter and will no doubt aid in her journey. Highly recommend making the trip. 5:55
Visit while it's still there! The locals are fighting the city council in court, the council wants to put a greedy capitalistic kid park on top of this beautiful landmark. They tried to reassure people that they'll reuse some of the patch for the park while relocating the dirt "somewhere where it'll feel at home", but we all know it's BS! In the end, we all know the BIG PARKS will win, with their army of soccer mommys behind them so hurry up to visit it, at least it will live on in our memories.
That jump was absolutely incredible.
It really was. I believe I said “holy shit” out loud🤣
Great job on the video folks! Thanks for making it. Can't wait to see your new (or possibly old) Land Cruiser!
THis has got to be one of the most entertaining car review/adventure Ive seen thus far. And the time of release is perfect as well. Wehn everyone is still hung over all aspects of desert and dunes, here comes just the right kind of video to satiate out itch to see a new Land Cruiser breezing and jumping all around the Dunes.
Man James’s face was priceless. You guys kept your calm. Nice work.
Which one? The "Oh shit" face, or the "I'm going to murder Thomas in his sleep" face?
@@DwealdricBoth
Pardon my ignorance but why is he so angry? Like I get that it’s a press car but it’s not like Thomas was doing that intentionally, feels a bit unwarranted if I’m honest…
@@griffins750 It's not good for business to ruin property that isn't yours?
Higher quality than all other car shows, both on YT and traditional media. The chemistry between Thomas and James reminds me of the old top gear, magical!
while I do agree with you that the show exudes some of that old top gear magic occasionally, I have to disagree with your claim that it's higher quality than all other car shows. If I watch throttle house on my phone or laptop the entertainment value doesn't improve much if I switch to viewing their content in my dedicated home theater. On the other hand from the first Hagerty episode I watched in my dedicated home theater I was never able to go back to my laptop or my phone to view content from that channel. It is head and shoulders above everyone else in terms of quality.
It’s so nice to see a “couple” being able to also work together.
Absolutely the most entertaining and informative review team ever!
"There must have been THOUSANDS of grains of sand in there" lololol
That part broke me 😂😅
Throw twenty more zeros on that imaginary number.
😂
Nevermind the jump - that comment was the best part of the video! 😂
And I thought i was crazy for having that small, unimportant comment stuck on my head lol
Let me just say, I’m not a car guy, I never have been. But when Thomas and James upload a video, I become a car guy for a brief moment. Just shows how great of hosts you guys are. You guys are so fun to watch that it draws in people who would normally not care for this stuff. Keep it up gents!
I’m a car guy and agree with what you said. They have great chemistry as a duo, a good sense of humour and make fantastic videos even if you’re not a car guy.
Best advertisement Toyota could have ever wanted for this new Land Cruiser. You guys are awesome!
GREAT episode, guys, really good. An airborne landcruiser really is the most perfect Ad, Toyota can ask for. And i think, your team now gets the epilog honour it deserves!
The accidental jump made the story even better and just goes to prove even more why you take a Land Cruiser if you want to get back home. Well done TH team!
it didn't get back home, it made it to the nearest parking lot for repairs before it would have blown a head gasket.
Watch again. They made it to the parking lot then drove the rest of the way home while keeping an eye on the temp. And it stopped leaking.
loved the ending with the whole team!
Thanks! I skipped it before reading this
Thanks to all the Team. ( sound was great , found new song ! )
Best outro ever!
That review was about as good as it gets. Seeing that Land Cruiser going airborne? Memorable. James’s response? PRICELESS! A big kudos to your team for the excellent work they did for this video. Toyota knows how to make vehicles that endures the test of time…and Thomas’s miscues. Well done! 😊
Five thumbs up. Your best video ever. I couldn't stop watching. Keep up the great (and ever-better) work!
This is the best car reviewer production team ever. Not just on KZhead, in GENERAL. You guys really are awesome
That "Total Recovery & Extraction device" package describes this Vehicle quite well.
This car apparently has complete package like the 2022 Land Cruiser.
I really like the editing during the interior review. Well done team :)
I sinfully haven't watched any Throttle House for a few weeks, and this was a gleefully great reintroduction into why you guys are simply the best!! Grinning ear to ear after watch this.
A Land Rover would have immediately overheated, blown its head gaskets, cracked the engine block, and turned half of its cylinders into shrapnel from that radiator leak. Ask me how I know. The Land Cruiser definitely has the legendary Toyota reliability.
Nonsense
The drive shaft on my 02 discovery 2 fell off while I was trying to get up to 60mph on the highway. I believe you. I’ve had a 4Runner and an FJ since then and I’ve had zero issues with either of them.
@@c1aytonbigsby 4runners aren't perfect head gasket issues on 90s to 2000 trucks. Valve spring issues. Everyone pretends like Toyotas are faultless... They aren't.
@@technom3598 I never said they weren’t. But to say a Land Rover is more reliable is an absolute lie. Show me how many Land rovers have made it to 1million miles, because Toyota has A LOT.
@@c1aytonbigsby buddy there are many land rovers that can do what a Toyota does. They just don't have the annoying fan base that thinks you don't have to maintain a machine ever and it's perfect forever and never brakes down. They all break down. Yes by far on average Toyotas are more reliable. They are also typically several decades behind on technology.
How Thomas didn't shout woo-hoo during that jump I don't know . We all saw the cheeky smile that flashed on his face. Absolute Gold
i wonder did THE jump made it for him...
Nailed it. More adventures please, guys. Love it. Thanks to Karston and the team for their hard work as always.
That closing shots of you with the sunset is epic, nice to see the guys.
These guys will undoubtedly replace the void left by Clarkson, Hammond and May very soon and I love it!
Will? They already have.
The trio have been peddling scripted garbage for over a decade now
don't you just mean clarkson and hammond? James is already on this new show. 🤣
"This patch of dirt made us both pregnant" lmao
The review is actually there 💀
@@deairreoh where is the location?
@@shivamarya5225- Downtown San Diego
@@slowgoat6089 it doesnt show up on google, can you tell the locality and exact address
@@shivamarya5225 - Downtown San Diego
Now that was very entertaining, both from an overlanding and comedic value. Nicely done. I will remember this when I hit the dunes.
Nice to hear you were in Costa, hope you had a nice time here, and yes Land Cruisers are basically part of our daily basis, they are EVERYWHERE and not cheap 😭
LOVE that ending!!!!!!!! You guys truly have an all-star staff!!
you obviously love rear ends
This might be one of the best video Throttle House has produced.
This.. is simply.. the new generation.. of Top Gear. True genuine automotive journalism that covers ALL, LITERALLY ALL, cars with a sprinkle of joy & smirk on every viewer’s face.🙂 Kudos. Bravo. Chapeau. عظمة.
Squad goals at the end. Bravo team. Great content.
You guys’ videos are always 10/10s, like straight up reviews are nice, but you guys always add another layer to it that just makes it 100x more fun
Still own my 80 series and it makes me nostalgic about the adventures I had in it and the pride of knowing its capabilities when I took the challenge.
I'm guessing their idea of roughing it is staying at a Holiday Inn Express and not the Four Seasons? Amazing review. Fun to watch, informative, and you beat the hell out of the car. Great job!
Props to the cameraman, capturing all those iracus moments of the shifting sands. Gorgeous shots!
"No scorpions allowed" 😂😂😂, that was beautiful!
that clip had me laughing so hard my mom asked if I was ok 😂
But he was given credit at the end. I say an Oscar performance.
I was waiting to hear a clip, maybe "Wind Of Change". Since it was so windy there!
I got my coffee, I’m in my comfy chair first thing in the morning and the sun is shining. And now, to top it off, I get to watch this. Today is going to be a good day!
You guys are the best auto review team. It must be fun doing this for a living. After this, toyota will be your forever friend. Keep em funny.
I can’t give a higher compliment than somehow you have captured a hint of the magic that Top Gear and GT has. It’s the single most difficult thing in entertainment to replicate in my opinion. You have to balance humor with information and host personality dynamics have to be perfect. Keep it up.
It was so endearing to see the crew in the end - Throttle House is growing with each new video and it shows
I've been a Toyota guy for decades, and it will soon be time to upgrade from my 20-year-old 4Runner Sport (4.7-liter V8). I am strongly leaning toward a 2025 4Runner Platinum, but I'll consider a Land Cruiser. I may even go insane and look at a Rav4 as well. I recently bought a new Rav4 hybrid for my son (who just got his doctorate), and he loves it: 41 miles per gallon, 4-wheel-drive, Toyota Safety Sense, etc.
This may be my favorite car related video and definitely Throttle House's best. Toyota should be patting themselves on the back for allowing these two to borrow and review their car. I will be looking into purchasing a Land Cruiser myself. Thomas and James, your writing, improv, and story telling are amazing. Amazing job.
The moment of zero G had me in tears! Love the content.
YOU GUYS ARE IN MY BACKYARD!! ahh!!!!! Thanks for showcasing the beauty of my favorite camping area with your staff’s MOST EXCELLENT camera work!! Y’all have to smell that fresh morning desert air out there in the dunes!! There’s nothing like it. The quiet is deafening! In some areas, not even an airplane flies above; so you get pure zero sound. It’s serene, and it’s where I usually go to do a digital detox.
thats a big backyard
can't hold back how much i loved this video and also lc250, hope there's 3 row version
This one is one of your best, and that’s saying something! As a Canadian, I love how you guys continue the tradition of wise assery (of the nicest variety), and as a car guy, I appreciate your unfailing honesty and love affair with these amazing machines. Thanks for the best Land Cruiser review I’m sure we will see from today’s post-embargo KZhead orgy. You guys rule.
We need a follow up for the damage cost 😉. Another great episode from TH.
hopefully 0.00 this is such a great add for Toyota (that it bring them home on its own after that masive hit), that the repair cost is nothing truly amazing vehicle 👌
Yeah if I was them I’m not sure I could have written anything better. This was organically perfect.
Never thought I would ever see a Land Cruiser get damaged that easy on sand. Not a good look. This is supposed to be a super strong adventurous vehicle that’s super capable. Not having skid plates is not good. Just imagine what rocks would do to this.
Plus these are the third person to mention the tinny doors. Land cruisers trade mark is his solid the doors and panels are. This is not it.
@@ryanb8736If you listened Thomas said there was a rock hard lip under the softer sand at the top of that dune, that’s what sent them flying and what damaged the radiator. Hitting that at speed is definitely going to do some damage to any car
Loved this. Finally someone that takes over from Clarkson & co
Such an amazing review! Love it. I’ve been debating this or a BMW… I was hesitant of the hybrid, but if you can do that and it holds up…. I want a Land Cruiser now.
Getting serious Top Gear adventure vibes with production quality this good. I'm not a Land Cruiser target audience but loved the video. Keep it up!
I love that my new favourite automotive magazine show is made in Canada. You guys remind me of what i loved about Top Gear (before it was all just huge road trips), and the grand tour. You review vehicles in a entertaining yet informative way. which in my opinion TG had lost (the cars became secondary to the entertainment), and now with GT basically being what TG had become before the loss of Clarkson and co. It is nice to find automotive journalists that can review vehicle in a fun and entertaining way, and still be informative. Keep up the good work guys love your content.
This is the best Toyota ad I've ever seen. If it had a skid plate it would've survived rather unscathed. I love the new Land Cruiser- they nailed it and you guys did too with the review.
Actually the radiator was damaged and even the skid plate would not change anything as it is way lower to protect oil pan only. The hit was to high hitting bumper and the radiator. Even with skid plates at that speed the the plate would be crushed together with oil pan. Those skid plates are fine at crawling over the stones and hard surfaces...but at 30mph have their limitations of protection.
@@The_Touring_Jedi I see- not a big off-road guy so thanks for the clarification. Still impressive to see the thing drive out of the dunes with a coolant leak and _only_ a coolant leak after that hit! Suspension didn't seem broken, just nicely broken-in and ready for more lmao
I almost felt like I was watching the old Top Gear. You guys are great!
Yeah
Dune x Throttle House crossover 🤩 14:34 “You can see spice in the air”
you guys are the absotute best in business right now. when we think we've seen the best video, you come up with a new one. amazing.
As many have said you guys are planting yourselves up there with the greats in the car community like Top Gear. Keep it up!!
It is a pleasure to have you in Costa Rica 🇨🇷. Hope to have you back soon
There will NEVAH be a time when I don't believe that you have the best production going. That ending with the 'Team' was epic! Another great adventure! Thank you for sharing it with us... Oh, and NO scorpions were harmed in the filming of this video!
The look on James' face after that jump 😮 man, if this doesn't make you wanna buy a Toyota LC idk what will
I loved the end and giving the crew some props.
OMG what camera/lens combo did you use to film this? Cinematic AF, love it. Wonderful work 👏👏👏
Congratulations to the entire team! I’ve been watching from the beginning. It’s been so enjoyable to watch the progression, the creativity, and the quality of your channel. Stay humble. Stay hungry. Huge gratitude and respect for Throttle House!
The dynamic of these two and the amazing quality of the editorial team has made this a channel that will keep us coming back for years to come. Loving the new addition of these throttle house adventures. They are a great addition to the regular car reviews.
Best and more honest Land Cruiser 2024 video review I have ever seen.
Compliments to the editor for that intro. God damn that was beautiful
You're bro's..... That's how good friends and coworkers do things. Keep up the great work!
This is the type of content we love. Men love cars.
Good review. Been watching these 2 for a good while but for the first time I walked away from my phone while listening and closed my eyes for a second and saw Brian and Stewie talking about a Land Cruiser. Now can't stop laughing. Love you guys 😊
Such a great video, love the chemistry between Thomas and James - even when they cause pure terror and annoyance in the other 😂
James looks so mad 29:26
He was really mad, someone has to pay for that
@@mduduzibhebhe4268 There is no way that car isn't insured
@@mduduzibhebhe4268Press cars are 100% manufacturers responsibility
I'm sure its not on James tho isn't this mostly Thomas's company
@@philistine3260i think the 2024 Land Cruiser just like the 2022 counterpart, is very insured.
LOVE that last bit with the credits! Keep up the good work fellas!
Salazar stole the show for sure
Here me out guys, these two are the new gen Top Gear without a doubt, another video beautifully made❤
Loved that cliche inspired intro, it’s what makes the channel great. “You’re probably wondering how I got here”
Facial expressions upon landing were priceless. Well done sirs.
I love how they mowed over the bumps and then proceeded to act like nothing happened! Brilliant!
Absolute commitment to the bit
Yeah to the nearest parking lot for repairs lol