2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado v GWM Tank 500: Specifications Battle

A rejuvenated classic is coming – the 250 Series Toyota LandCruiser Prado.

It has a tough new design, higher technology and a more modern transmission, but costs up to $12,500 more than the previous generation.

It still has the 2.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine under the bonnet, but it now has a mild hybrid system.

Looking to claim its off-road crown is a new kid on the block: GWM 500 tanknew to the market in 2024.

It’s the biggest, most luxurious and most expensive SUV to grace GWM’s Australian showrooms, and fills the void left by the now-defunct model. Haval H9 locally.

The Tank 500 is unique in its segment as it only comes with a petrol hybrid engine, however it is significantly cheaper than the new Prado and still has a range of technology and safety features.

What is best for you – the tried and tested Toyota, or the young and ambitious Tank?

Here’s how they stack up on the specs sheet.

Pricing

Prado pricing for 2025 starts at $72,500 before on-roads – up $9670 over 2024.

The off-road-ready Altitude will also return next year (having been absent since 2017), making it a five-man squad for the new-generation Prado.

The Tank 500 is new for 2024, so there’s no previous generation to compare it to. However, even in its most expensive variant, it is still cheaper than the entire Prado range after accounting for on-road running costs.

There are only two variants so this is not a direct comparison. We’ve laid out the prices in a separate table below for clarity, GWM lists these prices as drive-away prices compared to Toyota excluding on-road costs.

To see how the new Prado compares to its predecessor, take a look Compare specifications.

Powertrain and efficiency

With a turbocharged hybrid powertrain, the Tank 500 achieves an output power of more than 100kW. It also has about 150Nm more torque than the Prado.

Comes with the Tank’s turbocharged gasoline engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission, combined with the vehicle’s only electric motor.

The new Prado features a 48V mild-hybrid system, although rather than increasing power, it aims to take the strain off the ancillary functions. It incorporates a generator and 48V battery.

According to Toyota’s global press release, it has a fuel capacity of 110L, larger than the Tank 500 with an 80L tank. The Prado also has greater towing capacity.

Both cars have full-time four-wheel drive with terrain control and selectable low-range transmissions.

Size

The two cars have similar body dimensions and the same wheelbase, while even the heaviest Prado is on par with the Tank in terms of weight.

The Tank has a slightly higher ground clearance, along with approach, ramp-over and departure angles of 30 degrees, 22.5 degrees and 24 degrees respectively. Toyota has not yet detailed these figures for the Prado.

According to Toyota’s global press release, the new Prado has “408 liters of luggage space” in at least one of its configurations, although trunk capacity in other seating configurations is yet to be revealed. highway.

Meanwhile, the Tank offers the 98L as a seven-seater, the 795L in a five-seat configuration, and the 1459L with both rear rows folded.

For comparison, the old Prado is smaller than the 2025 model but has a maximum trunk capacity of 1833L.

Service and warranty

Like all Toyota models in Australia, the LandCruiser Prado will come with a 5-year, unlimited kilometer warranty.

Owners of the new Prado can enjoy a seven-year engine and transmission warranty, as long as it is serviced on time at a Toyota dealer.

Toyota will also offer capped-price servicing for the first 10 visits (5 years or 100,000 km) within a period of 6 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.

Meanwhile, Tank 500 is supported by a 7-year, unlimited km warranty according to GWM standards.

GWM offers seven years of roadside assistance with the Tank 500, along with seven years of capped-price servicing and an eight-year, unlimited kilometer battery pack warranty.

Safety

Tank 500 has a 5-star safety rating from ANCAP.

It scored 85% for adult protection, 93% for child protection, 81% for vulnerable road user protection and 84% for safety assistance.

All Tank 500 models have a full set of safety equipment, including:

• Seven airbags
• Adaptive cruise control
• Automatic emergency braking
  • Detect pedestrians and cyclists
• Blind spot monitoring
• Driving monitoring system
• Emergency lane keeping assist
• Lane keeping assist
• Center the lane
• Supports front cross-traffic vehicles
• Rear cross-traffic support
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Surrounding camera
• Traffic sign recognition

The upcoming Prado has yet to receive an ANCAP safety rating.

All 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado models come standard with the following:

• Nine airbags
• Automatic emergency braking
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind spot monitoring
• Driving surveillance camera
• Emergency driving stop system
• Lane tracking assist (lane keeping)
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Surrounding camera
• Trailer sway control

The 2025 GXL has a rear parking brake system designed to stop the vehicle if a stationary object is detected, while VX, Altitude and Kakadu variants feature tire pressure monitoring.

Standard features

First is the LandCruiser Prado.

Base Toyota LandCruiser Prado GX include:

• Five seats
• Dark gray 18-inch alloy wheels
• LED headlights, daytime running lights and fog lights
• Folding mirrors in the same color as the car’s body
• Dark front and rear bumpers, door sills and wheel arches
• The manual tailgate is top-hinged with a separate glass door
• Cover with fabric
• Rubber floor mats
• Rain sensor wipers
• 6-way manual driver’s seat
• 7.0 inch multi-function watch screen
• 12.3-inch touch screen infotainment system
• 10-speaker sound system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
• Four USB-C ports
• Satellite positioning
• DAB+ digital radio
• Toyota connection service
• Dual-zone climate control with remote control function
• Downhill assist control
• Five-speed crawl control
• Three driving modes

The Prado GXL more:

• Seven-seat capacity
• Roof rails
• Security glasses
• Silver front and rear bumper trim
• Electric rear door
• The front seats are heated and ventilated
• Eight-way electric driver’s seat
• Leather seats
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever
• Rearview mirror automatically anti-glare
• Wireless charging pad
• Rear climate control
• Two additional USB-C charging ports for people sitting in the third row

The Prado VX more:

• 20-inch dark metal alloy wheels
• Bi-LED headlights with automatic dynamic leveling feature
• Adaptive high beam
• Front and rear bumpers are the same body color
• The interior has leather accents
• Electric back adjustment and driver’s seat memory function
• 4-way electrically adjustable passenger seat
• Electric steering wheel
• Carpet
• Refrigerated center console
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• JBL 14-speaker sound system
• Adaptive variable suspension system
• Five driving modes
• Multi-Terrain Select traction control
• Multi-terrain monitoring

Focus on the terrain Prado altitude is a new variant and is built on VX, adding:

• Five seats
• Matt gray 18-inch alloy wheels with all-terrain tires
• Rear differential lock
• ‘Stabilizer disconnect mechanism’ (in place of adaptive variable suspension)
• Door handles and rear trunk panel are black
• Black wheel arch molding
• sunroof
• Two-tone option
• Digital rearview mirror
• Heated steering wheel
• Head-up display

Flagship Prado Kakadu includes (on VX):

• Panoramic sunroof
• The steps are illuminated
• The rear seats are heated and ventilated
• Heated steering wheel
• Adjustable driver’s seat thigh support
• Digital rearview mirror
• Head-up display
• Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential

THAN: Everything Toyota Prado

The Tank 500 only comes in two variants but has a lot of features.

Outstanding technical specifications of 500 Lux tank include:

• Automatic LED headlights
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Rear privacy glass
• sunroof
• Side step
• Black faux leather interior
• 8-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support
• Front heated seats
• 14.6-inch touch screen infotainment system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Wired Android Auto
• 8-speaker sound system
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• Semi-automatic parking assistance
• Surround view camera with transparent view
• Electronic rear differential lock
• Protect the vehicle’s underbody

The 500 Super Tank Includes:

• Nappa leather interior
• Heated, ventilated and massaging front seats with memory and welcome functions
• Infinity 12-speaker sound system
• Second row window curtains
• The third row of seats folds electrically
• 64-color ambient light
• Step next to the electricity
• Electronic front differential lock
• The rear door closes smoothly with electricity

THAN: Everything GWM Tank 500