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The video introduces the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 GR Sport, a powerful SUV with over 300 horsepower and 700 Nm V6 engine. The host, Gagan, plans to take it off-roading, emphasizing the Land Cruiser's 70-year legacy of being a big, capable, reliable, and indestructible vehicle. He notes the 300 series has become more luxurious with each generation but its off-road ability seems to be diminishing, particularly the diesel variant in India. The video will first cover a walk-around and features before off-road testing.
Gagan showcases the typical Toyota key and the car's rugged, masculine design with bright DRLs and LED fog lamps. He mentions the specific GR Sport grille, which differs from the standard LC 300 and makes the car appear smaller compared to previous generations. The GR Sport comes with 18-inch Yokohama Geolandar A/T tires, emphasizing its off-road focus over the standard 20-inch wheels. The car features a smart lock/unlock system on all doors. The rear design maintains a similar aesthetic to the regular LC 300, with GR Sport badging and LED taillights. Practical features like a towing hook (for international models, an internal hook for Indian models), a full-size alloy spare tire, and rear parking sensors are noted. The tailgate opens electrically and offers over 1000 liters of boot space as it's a 5-seater in India. It also includes a 220V 100W AC charger and sturdy metal hooks for securing cargo. The rear also features tinted glass, a wiper, washer, high-mount stop lamp, and defogger.
The interior features high-quality materials, with soft-touch plastic, leather, and wood-style finishes. All windows have one-touch up/down functionality, and the driver's seat has three memory settings. The door pockets can hold a 1-liter bottle. Some empty buttons on the dashboard might disappoint buyers. The boot opening button, auto headlight, high beam, and traction control buttons are accessible. The Indian-spec model has an 80-liter fuel tank, in contrast to the 110-liter international version. The SUV is powered by a 3.3-liter V6 diesel engine with 304 horsepower and a two-way twin-turbo setup, producing 700Nm of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The steering wheel is electrically adjustable and features controls for volume, music, MID, voice recognition, and calls. It also includes ADAS and cruise control functions, allowing adjustment of adaptive cruise control distance and lane-changing functions. The car's interior shows signs of previous off-roading, but the materials are chosen to resist scratches. The rugged non-fancy stalks control rain-sensing wipers and auto lights. The MID offers three screen layouts and various information displays, including a map, messages, drive support, and ADAS functions. The HUD displays ADAS and speed-related information. Safety features include lane departure assist, blind-spot monitoring with rear radar, collision settings, rear cross-traffic alert, parking chime, and a safe exit system. Customization options for tailgate settings, volume, TPMS, and meter styling (Smart, Tough, Casual) are available.
The infotainment screen offers built-in navigation, music, call functions, and car-related info like trip details and off-road data. Settings for lights, door controls, boarding/exit, custom drive modes (power delivery, suspension damping), and climate settings are accessible. It supports wireless CarPlay but not wireless Android Auto. Physical volume controls are absent, but AC controls are abundant. The car features 4-zone climate control with seat ventilation and heating, including an 'Auto' function. The 360-degree camera system is functional but not exceptional. Drive modes include MTS (Multi-Terrain Select) with Auto, Dirt, Sand, Mud, and Deep Snow options in 4H, and Rock, Sand, and Auto modes in 4L. Off-road specific buttons include front and rear locking differentials, DPF regeneration, and idle-up for cold starts. Other features are Trail Turn Assist and a center diff lock. A wireless charger, USB-C ports, an HDMI port, a 12V socket, deep cup holders, and a fridge in the center console are provided. The JBL speaker system is decent. An electrochromic mirror, microfiber-like headliner, vanity mirrors with lights, and a sunglass holder are also present. The car has a regular sunroof.
The seats feature GR badging and are described as very big, plush, and comfortable. Both front seats are electrically adjustable with lumbar support and thigh support. The car also includes a knee airbag.