LX III (J200) vs Land Cruiser 200: which is better?
Lexus LX III (J200) (2007–2021) vs Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (2007–2021): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lexus LX III (J200)Specifications
| Lexus LX III (J200) | Toyota Land Cruiser 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2007–2021 | 2007–2021 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 5.7 V8 (LX570) | 4.6 V8 |
| Power, up to | 367 hp | 309 hp |
| Torque, up to | 530 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 065 mm | 4 950 mm |
| Width | 1 970 mm | 1 970 mm |
| Height | 1 920 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 2 850 mm | 2 850 mm |
| Ground clearance | 225 mm | 225 mm |
| Fuel tank | 93 L | 93 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 517 925 ₸ | ≈ 510 225 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Lexus LX III (J200)
Pros
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: very reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 367 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- High ground clearance: 225 mm
Cons
- Toyota/Lexus UR engine (V8): water pump leak
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: jolts when the valve body wears
Engine (Toyota/Lexus UR (V8)): water pump leak; oil leaks through gaskets and seals at high mileage.
Gearbox (Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60): very reliable; shocks when the valve body wears.
Toyota Land Cruiser 200
Pros
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: very reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- High ground clearance: 225 mm
- Large tank: 93 L
Cons
- Toyota/Lexus UR engine (V8): water pump leak
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: jolts when the valve body wears
Engine (Toyota/Lexus UR (V8)): water pump leak; oil leaks through gaskets and seals at high mileage.
Gearbox (Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60): very reliable; shocks when the valve body wears.
Which one to choose
- LX III (J200) — if you care more about: power, torque.
- Land Cruiser 200 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: LX III (J200) or Land Cruiser 200?
LX III (J200): up to 367 hp, Land Cruiser 200: up to 309 hp.
Which has more ground clearance?
LX III (J200): 225 mm, Land Cruiser 200: 225 mm.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: LX III (J200) — about 517 925 ₸, Land Cruiser 200 — about 510 225 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.