Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) in Kenya: 1 version from 2015–2020, 268 hp, 9 km/L, 225 mm ground clearance. Read the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Toyota Land Cruiser 200 4.5 V8 diesel 4.5L 1VD-FTV twin-turbo V8 diesel · Automatic · 4WD · 2015–2020 | 268 hp | 650 Nm | 225 mm | 9 km/L | KES 38,000 | KES 9M–16M |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) 4.5L V8 turbo diesel (2015–2020)
2015–2020 · typical price KES 9M–16M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 268 hp
- Torque
- 650 Nm
- Engine
- 4.5L V8 turbo diesel (4.5L 1VD-FTV twin-turbo V8 diesel)
- Engine size
- 4,461 cc
- Cylinders
- 8
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Ground clearance
- 225 mm
- Fuel economy
- 9 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 138 litres
- Seats
- 7
- 0–100 km/h
- 8.6 s
- Top speed
- 210 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Off-road capableLow-range 4WD and 225 mm of ground clearance for rough tracks, game drives and flooded roads.
- Hill & load ready650 Nm of torque climbs Mai Mahiu with a full load without strain.
- 7 seatsRoom for 7 — school runs, family trips and upcountry visits.
- Parts everywhereToyota spares are sold in every town and on Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them.
- Easy overtaking268 hp makes overtaking lorries on the Nairobi–Nakuru highway quick and safe.
What it means in plain English
Power — 268 hp, “Strong”. Effortless at any legal speed. You will rarely use all of it — but it is there when you need it.
Torque — 650 Nm, “Very strong”. Climbs Mai Mahiu fully loaded, tows a trailer and pulls through mud without fuss.
Ground clearance — 225 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 9 km/L, “Thirsty”. Budget seriously for fuel if you drive daily. At KES 227.76 per litre of diesel (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 25,300, 1,500 km about KES 38,000 and 2,500 km about KES 63,300.
Engine — 8 cylinders, “The baritone heavyweight”. Deep rumble, huge pulling power, and serious presence on the road. Expect roughly 5–8 km/L. Insurance and parts climb sharply on European V8s.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) have?
Depending on the version, the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) makes 268 hp — 4.5L V8 turbo diesel (2015–2020): 268 hp and 650 Nm. Effortless at any legal speed. You will rarely use all of it — but it is there when you need it.
What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8)?
4.5L V8 turbo diesel: about 9 km/L (≈ KES 38,000 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8)?
About 225 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
What engine does the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) use?
The Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) in Kenya comes with: 4.5L 1VD-FTV twin-turbo V8 diesel. Expect roughly 5–8 km/L. Insurance and parts climb sharply on European V8s.
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are 4WD. The 4WD versions have low-range gears for steep, rough tracks.
How many seats does the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) have?
7 seats.
How much is a Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (V8) in Kenya?
Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 9M–16M, depending on year, mileage, grade and whether duty is paid.
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Typical factory figures for each version. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.