Pajero III (V60) vs Land Cruiser Prado 90: which is better?
Mitsubishi Pajero III (V60) (1999–2006) vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 90 (1996–2002): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Mitsubishi Pajero III (V60)
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 90Specifications
| Mitsubishi Pajero III (V60) | Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 90 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1999–2006 | 1996–2002 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 3.0 V6 | 3.4 V6 |
| Power, up to | 177 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque, up to | 255 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 795 mm | 4 705 mm |
| Width | 1 875 mm | 1 820 mm |
| Height | 1 855 mm | 1 870 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 780 mm | 2 675 mm |
| Ground clearance | 235 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 90 L | 87 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 42 425 ₸ | ≈ 67 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Mitsubishi Pajero III (V60)
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- High ground clearance: 235 mm
- Large fuel tank: 90 L
Cons
- Mitsubishi 6G72/6G75 (V6) engine: oil consumption (piston rings)
- Mitsubishi V4A51/V5A51 (INVECS-II) automatic: shocks as the valve body wears
Engine (Mitsubishi 6G72/6G75 (V6)): oil consumption (rings); timing belt and water pump wear.
Gearbox (Mitsubishi V4A51/V5A51 automatic (INVECS-II)): shocks when the valve body wears; overheating when wheels spin and with a heavy trailer.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 90
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large fuel tank: 87 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Age: the last cars were built in 2002, condition is everything
Which one to choose
- Pajero III (V60) — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank, kz tax 2026.
- Land Cruiser Prado 90 — if you care more about: power, torque.
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: Pajero III (V60) or Land Cruiser Prado 90?
Pajero III (V60): up to 177 hp, Land Cruiser Prado 90: up to 178 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Pajero III (V60) — about 42 425 ₸, Land Cruiser Prado 90 — about 67 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.