Land Cruiser
The benchmark for dependable go-anywhere motoring — unstoppable off-road, effortless on-road. · 7 seats
REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOSafi Erneste / PexelsOur verdict
9.0 / 10The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 series remains the undisputed king of UAE roads. It perfectly balances brute off-road capability with a refined on-road character that makes it equally at home on Sheikh Zayed Road or deep in the dunes of Liwa. The twin-turbo V6 lineup represents a genuine performance leap over the old V8, and the hybrid option makes a strong case for those who cover serious mileage. Resale value is unmatched — a used Land Cruiser holds its price like no other vehicle in the UAE.
Who it's for — Families who want a no-compromise workhorse that can tackle the Hajar Mountains on a weekend, load the school run on weekdays, and still command a premium at resale three years later. Also the default choice for any buyer who needs genuine off-road capability and maximum reliability in a single package.
PROS
- +Exceptional resale value — consistently the strongest of any vehicle segment in the UAE
- +Twin-turbo V6 delivers V8-rivalling performance with better fuel efficiency
- +Best-in-class body-on-frame off-road capability with electronic locking diff, crawl control and multi-terrain select
- +Vast dealer and service network — Al-Futtaim Toyota has the most locations in the UAE
- +Genuinely comfortable 7-seat layout with best-in-segment third-row access
- +Hybrid variant cuts fuel costs without compromising towing or off-road ability
CONS
- –Entry-level 4.0L EXR feels underpowered for a vehicle this heavy on UAE highways
- –Infotainment system lags behind European and Korean rivals on software polish
- –6-speed automatic on the 4.0L is notably older tech versus the 10-speed twin-turbo units
- –Long waiting lists for the hybrid and GR Sport trims
- –Fuel consumption is high in city driving despite the hybrid option
Specifications
POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
Features
SAFETY & ADAS
Pre-collision system with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane departure alert, lane tracing assist, automatic high beam, radar cruise control
8 airbags including front, side, curtain and knee airbags (standard across all trims)
Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
Anti-lock braking system tuned for off-road use across loose, muddy and rocky terrain
Crawl control with multi-terrain select (rock, dirt/sand, mud) on all variants
Panoramic view monitor with underbody view for off-road use
ISOFIX child seat anchors on second-row outboard seats
Electronic rear locking differential for maximum traction off-road (standard all variants)
COMFORT
7-seat configuration; fabric-suede upholstery on EXR, leather on GXR and above
Heated and ventilated front seats; heated second-row seats
Dual-zone automatic climate control (all trims); tri-zone on VXR and above
Full-colour heads-up display projecting speed, navigation and safety alerts
Hands-free power rear gate
15W wireless smartphone charging pad
Fingerprint sensor on start button for personalised driver settings
10-way power-adjustable driver seat with memory function (VXR and above)
Approach-angle-optimised bumpers with dedicated steel bash plates on EXR and GXR trims
5-mode terrain management system (Auto, Rock, Dirt/Sand, Mud, Rock & Dirt)
INFOTAINMENT
8-inch touchscreen with 6-speaker audio on EXR; 12.3-inch on GXR and above
14-speaker JBL sound system
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on all trims (USB-wired on EXR)
7-inch multi-information display on EXR; 12.3-inch digital cluster on GXR and above
Connected services app with remote lock/unlock, vehicle location, maintenance alerts
Built-in satellite navigation with real-time traffic updates
15W Qi wireless charging pad integrated into centre console
Trim ladder
| PRICE | AED 239,900 | AED 274,900 | AED 295,900 | AED 335,900 | AED 365,900 | AED 385,900 | AED 389,900 | AED 409,900 |
| POWER | 271 hp | 271 hp | 271 hp | 409 hp | 409 hp | 409 hp | 457 hp | 457 hp |
| 0–100 KM/H | 9.2 s | 9.2 s | 9.2 s | 6.7 s | 6.7 s | 6.7 s | 6.5 s | 6.5 s |
| FUEL | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| ECONOMY | 10.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| DRIVE | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Toyota
Nothing ships until it's proven, so Toyotas run for decades and stay the easiest car to resell.
The global benchmark for dependable motoring — conservative, thoroughly-proven engineering chosen over chasing the newest tech.
In the UAE — The default UAE choice — the simplest car in the country to service and sell on.
Where to get it
Official listings are GCC spec. Grey-market imports may be other specs (US, Chinese, Japan) — always confirm the spec, as it affects warranty, A/C cooling and resale.
BUY FROM
Al-Futtaim is the exclusive official Toyota distributor in the UAE
https://www.toyota.ae/en/new-cars/land-cruiser/ ↗RENT FROM
Land Cruiser typically available through premium 4x4 rental category
Subject to availability; book in advance for desert safari trips
Warranty — 5 years / 100,000 km · Backed by Al-Futtaim Toyota UAE dealer network with service centres nationwide
Frequently asked
How much does the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser cost in the UAE?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser ranges from AED 239,900 (EXR) to AED 409,900 for the top trim in the UAE, GCC spec.
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser worth buying?+
Caralog rates the Toyota Land Cruiser 9/10. The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 series remains the undisputed king of UAE roads. It perfectly balances brute off-road capability with a refined on-road character that makes it equally at home on Sheikh Zayed Road or deep in the dunes of Liwa. The twin-turbo V6 lineup represents a genuine performance leap over the old V8, and the hybrid option makes a strong case for those who cover serious mileage. Resale value is unmatched — a used Land Cruiser holds its price like no other vehicle in the UAE.
Who should buy the Toyota Land Cruiser?+
Families who want a no-compromise workhorse that can tackle the Hajar Mountains on a weekend, load the school run on weekdays, and still command a premium at resale three years later. Also the default choice for any buyer who needs genuine off-road capability and maximum reliability in a single package.
What are the pros and cons of the Toyota Land Cruiser?+
Pros: Exceptional resale value — consistently the strongest of any vehicle segment in the UAE; Twin-turbo V6 delivers V8-rivalling performance with better fuel efficiency; Best-in-class body-on-frame off-road capability with electronic locking diff, crawl control and multi-terrain select; Vast dealer and service network — Al-Futtaim Toyota has the most locations in the UAE; Genuinely comfortable 7-seat layout with best-in-segment third-row access; Hybrid variant cuts fuel costs without compromising towing or off-road ability. Cons: Entry-level 4.0L EXR feels underpowered for a vehicle this heavy on UAE highways; Infotainment system lags behind European and Korean rivals on software polish; 6-speed automatic on the 4.0L is notably older tech versus the 10-speed twin-turbo units; Long waiting lists for the hybrid and GR Sport trims; Fuel consumption is high in city driving despite the hybrid option.
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser reliable, and does it hold its value?+
Toyota has exceptional reliability and exceptional resale in the UAE. Nothing ships until it's proven, so Toyotas run for decades and stay the easiest car to resell.
How fast is the Toyota Land Cruiser?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser makes 271 hp and does 0–100 km/h in 9.2s (top speed 175 km/h).
What is the fuel economy of the Toyota Land Cruiser?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser returns about 10.6 L/100km combined.
How many seats does the Toyota Land Cruiser have?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser seats 7, with 1131 litres of boot space.
Where can I buy the Toyota Land Cruiser in the UAE?+
Available from Al-Futtaim Toyota. 5 years / 100,000 km warranty.
What are the alternatives to the Toyota Land Cruiser?+
Cross-shop the Nissan Patrol, Ford Bronco, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Land Rover Defender 130, Lexus GX 550.