2025 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Receives First Major Update Since Launch

Toyota has detailed updates to its LandCruiser 300 Series SUV, which is scheduled to arrive in Australian showrooms in the second quarter of 2025. The six-variant range will feature revised safety and multimedia technology, as well as some additional convenience features for specific grades.

The 2025 LandCruiser 300 Series sees the introduction of the latest Toyota Safety Sense system across all variants. Standard safety upgrades include lane trace assist with steering wheel vibration, emergency steering assist, and an emergency driving stop system. Previously available only on higher trims, these features now extend to all grades, from the base GX to the top-level Sahara ZX.

Grades equipped with a blind spot monitor, starting from the GXL, will now include Toyota's safe exit assist feature. This system alerts occupants to approaching vehicles or cyclists when exiting the vehicle. Additionally, the GXL grade gains rear parking support brake, which assists in avoiding collisions while reversing.

Multimedia updates are also part of the changes, with all grades now equipped with Toyota's latest system. The GX and GXL variants feature an 8-inch touchscreen display, while the VX, Sahara, GR Sport, and Sahara ZX include a 12.3-inch unit. The system offers wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ as standard, along with connected navigation capabilities.

Toyota Connected Services have been expanded, enabling features such as remote air conditioning operation and vehicle status monitoring through the myToyota Connect app. These updates apply to all grades, adding a layer of convenience for owners.

Interior revisions vary across the range. The GX and GXL now include a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, with higher grades receiving a larger 12.3-inch version. GX models also gain power-adjustable tilt and telescopic steering, front LED interior lighting, and updated camera guidelines. The GXL introduces suede-like fabric upholstery, an eight-way powered driver’s seat, four-zone automatic climate control, and a center console cool box.

The VX adds eight-way power adjustment for the front passenger seat and a powered tailgate, while the GR Sport trim gains a puddle lamp on the tailgate for improved nighttime visibility. Specifications for the Sahara and Sahara ZX remain unchanged.

All variants of the LandCruiser 300 Series retain the 3.3-litre twin-turbocharged diesel V6 engine, delivering 227kW and 700Nm of torque. This powertrain is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and permanent four wheel-drive, complemented by low-range gearing and a locking center differential. The vehicle maintains a braked towing capacity of 3500kg.

The LandCruiser 300 Series continues to use Toyota’s TNGA-F ladder-frame platform, known for its structural rigidity and off-road capability. Full pricing and specifications will be announced closer to its launch in mid-2025.

What's New in the 2025 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series

Safety Features

• Toyota Safety Sense upgrades now standard across all variants.
  • Lane trace assist with steering wheel vibration.
  • Emergency steering assist.
  • Emergency driving stop system.
• Safe exit assist added to GXL grade and above (with blind spot monitor).
• Rear parking support brake added to the GXL grade.

Multimedia Updates

• Latest Toyota multimedia system with:
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
  • Connected navigation capabilities.
• GX and GXL grades feature an 8-inch touchscreen display.
• VX, Sahara, GR Sport, and Sahara ZX grades equipped with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display.

Toyota Connected Services

• Expanded features accessible via the myToyota Connect app:
  • Remote air conditioning operation.
  • Vehicle and trip information.
  • Alerts for additional convenience.

Interior Updates

• GX and GXL grades:
  • New 7-inch digital instrument cluster.
• VX and above grades:
  • Larger 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
• GX grade enhancements:
  • Power-adjustable tilt and telescopic steering wheel.
  • Front LED interior lighting.
  • Updated reversing camera guidelines.
• GXL grade upgrades:
  • Suede-like fabric upholstery.
  • Eight-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support.
  • Four-zone automatic climate control (upgraded from dual-zone).
  • Center console cool box.
  • 40/20/40 split-folding second-row seats with a center armrest.
• VX grade:
  • Eight-way powered front passenger seat.
  • Powered tailgate.
  • HDMI port replaces the outgoing DVD/CD player.
• GR Sport:
  • Puddle lamp on the tailgate for improved nighttime visibility.

Mechanical and Platform

• Powertrain unchanged:
  • 3.3-litre twin-turbocharged diesel V6 (227kW, 700Nm).
  • 10-speed automatic transmission with permanent all-wheel drive.
• TNGA-F ladder-frame platform retained.
• 3500kg braked towing capacity maintained.

Availability

• Updates span across the six-variant range (GX, GXL, VX, Sahara, GR Sport, Sahara ZX).
• Australian release set for Q2, 2025.
• Pricing and detailed specifications to be announced closer to launch.