Which Land Cruiser Is the Most Fuel Efficient?
The most fuel-efficient Land Cruiser models are typically diesel-powered, especially those equipped with smaller turbo-diesel engines or the newer 3.3L twin-turbo V6 in the 300 Series. Gasoline-powered versions, especially V8s, are significantly less efficient by comparison.
Top Fuel-Efficient Land Cruiser Models
Land Cruiser 300 Series – 3.3L Twin-Turbo Diesel V6
- Fuel Economy – Around 27 to 29 mpg (combined, depending on market and test cycle)
- Engine – 3.3L twin-turbo diesel V6
- Transmission – 10-speed automatic
- Notes – Most modern and efficient Land Cruiser yet, but not available in the U.S.
Land Cruiser Prado (150 Series) – 2.8L Turbo Diesel
- Fuel Economy – Up to 30 mpg (combined, depending on configuration)
- Engine – 2.8L 4-cylinder turbo diesel
- Notes – Available in global markets, not sold in the U.S., often considered part of the Land Cruiser family
Land Cruiser 70 Series – 4.5L Turbo Diesel V8 (1VD-FTV)
- Fuel Economy – Around 20 to 22 mpg
- Engine – 4.5L turbo diesel V8
- Notes – Simple, rugged, and efficient for a heavy-duty 4×4
Land Cruiser 100 Series Diesel – 4.2L Turbo Diesel (1HD-FTE)
- Fuel Economy – Around 19 to 21 mpg
- Engine – 4.2L turbo diesel inline-6
- Notes – Reliable and durable, with better mileage than the gas V8 version
Less Efficient Options
- 200 Series with 5.7L V8 (3UR-FE) – 13 to 15 mpg combined
- 100 Series with 4.7L V8 (2UZ-FE) – 12 to 14 mpg
- FJ Cruiser with 4.0L V6 – 16 to 18 mpg