The new Land Cruiser Prado will come with a 4.5 litre V8 engine that generates 282 bhp of power and 66.2Kg.m of peak torque. The diesel SUV is already available in different Toyota markets, wherein the V8 engine has gained reputation for its smooth performance. The Diesel Land Cruiser provides speeds in excess of 200 km/h. The SUV comes with a four wheel drive and has spirited 6-speed automatic transmission with manual override function.
The existing petrol run Land Cruiser Prado is powered by a 232bhp, 4.0 litre V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox. Currently, Toyota imports the petrol run Prado from Japan with excessive price tag that includes imports taxes and duties. Similarly the Diesel Prado will be available with enhanced pricing. Toyota launched the new Corolla Altis Sport limited edition based on eth its successful model Corolla Altis. The new Sport boasts of sporty attitude and robust performance. The sedan is aimed at youth who would test the car to its limits. The new Sport version of Corolla Altis features a rear spoiler, side skirts, dual tone seat fabric and wood finish rear cupholders. It gains its classy profile form the new headlamp garnish and the elegant LED spoilers. Only 300 units of the Sport limited edition will be offered in India. The car would be priced around Rs 11.35 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Source: http://www.carazoo.com/autonews/0506200901/Land-Cruiser-Prado-Diesel-to-Launch-Next-Week; http://www.carazoo.com/newcars/carreview/Toyota/Land_Cruiser_Prado
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