Toyota Land Cruiser Station Wagon (2003-2009) running costs and reliability

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Running costs rating: 2.5 out of 52.5

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Miles per pound (mpp)

Reliable fuel consumption data for comparison purposes is not available for this model.

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Fuel economy

A more stringent standard for fuel economy (WLTP) was introduced from September 2017, and this model was not required to undergo that test. Its fuel economy measured under the previous test system was 20 - 31 mpg. However these figures are less likely to be achievable in real world driving and so should never be compared to another car's mpg which was measured under the newer, more realistic WLTP system.

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Don’t be surprised when the two-tonne, four-litre, four-wheel-drive proves expensive to fuel. The diesel is noticeably easier on the pocket and keeps its value better too although all models resist depreciation quite well.

Land Cruiser is a polluting model. With an average of 260 g/km CO2 across the model line-up, its emissions are quite high for a large 4x4. However, it’s worth noting that the line up has a high number of diesel models, bringing the average down and giving buyers more choices of low-emission versions. Diesels typically produce less CO2 than petrol engines with similar power outputs.

The range is quite thirsty, averaging 28 mpg.

This one is unlikely to turn work shy on you. It’s pretty much unstoppable and Toyota are unlikely to let a mechanical or electrical gremlin spoil the fun. Previous Land Cruiser Colorado gave very few problems and quality does not appear to have slipped.