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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in Kenya: 2 versions from 2012–2021, 161–201 hp, 8.5–11.5 km/L, 215–220 mm ground clearance. Read the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.

All versions at a glance

VersionPowerTorqueClearanceEconomyFuel / month*Typical price
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.7 petrol
2.7L 2TR-FE inline-4 · Automatic · 4WD · 2012–2017
161 hp246 Nm215 mm8.5 km/LKES 40,100KES 3.8M–6M
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D (2020+)
2.8L 1GD-FTV inline-4 turbo-diesel · Automatic · 4WD · 2018–2021
201 hp500 Nm220 mm11.5 km/LKES 29,700KES 7M–10.5M

*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 Prado 2.7L 4-cyl (2012–2017)

2012–2017 · typical price KES 3.8M–6M · source: GariSpec model library

Power
161 hp
Torque
246 Nm
Engine
2.7L 4-cyl (2.7L 2TR-FE inline-4)
Engine size
2,693 cc
Cylinders
4
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Ground clearance
215 mm
Fuel economy
8.5 km/L
Fuel tank
87 litres
Seats
7
0–100 km/h
13 s
Top speed
165 km/h

Kenya Fit

  • Off-road capableLow-range 4WD and 215 mm of ground clearance for rough tracks, game drives and flooded roads.
  • 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.

What it means in plain English

Power — 161 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.

Torque — 246 Nm, “Moderate”. Pulls a family car well. You will hear the engine work up the Kikuyu–Limuru escarpment.

Ground clearance — 215 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.

Fuel economy — 8.5 km/L, “Thirsty”. Budget seriously for fuel if you drive daily. At KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 26,700, 1,500 km about KES 40,100 and 2,500 km about KES 66,800.

Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2018–2021)

2018–2021 · typical price KES 7M–10.5M · source: GariSpec model library

Power
201 hp
Torque
500 Nm
Engine
2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2.8L 1GD-FTV inline-4 turbo-diesel)
Engine size
2,755 cc
Cylinders
4
Fuel
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Ground clearance
220 mm
Fuel economy
11.5 km/L
Fuel tank
87 litres
Seats
7
0–100 km/h
9.9 s
Top speed
175 km/h

Kenya Fit

  • Off-road capableLow-range 4WD and 220 mm of ground clearance for rough tracks, game drives and flooded roads.
  • Hill & load ready500 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 overtaking201 hp makes overtaking lorries on the Nairobi–Nakuru highway quick and safe.

What it means in plain English

Power — 201 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.

Torque — 500 Nm, “Very strong”. Climbs Mai Mahiu fully loaded, tows a trailer and pulls through mud without fuss.

Ground clearance — 220 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.

Fuel economy — 11.5 km/L, “Average”. Typical for an SUV or larger saloon. At KES 227.76 per litre of diesel (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 19,800, 1,500 km about KES 29,700 and 2,500 km about KES 49,500.

Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado have?

Depending on the version, the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado makes 161–201 hp — 2.7L 4-cyl (2012–2017): 161 hp and 246 Nm; 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2018–2021): 201 hp and 500 Nm. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.

What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado?

2.7L 4-cyl: about 8.5 km/L (≈ KES 40,100 a month for 1,500 km); 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel: about 11.5 km/L (≈ KES 29,700 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 Prado?

About 215–220 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.

What engine does the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado use?

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in Kenya comes with: 2.7L 2TR-FE inline-4; 2.8L 1GD-FTV inline-4 turbo-diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.

Is the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 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 Prado have?

7 seats.

How much is a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in Kenya?

Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 3.8M–10.5M, 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.