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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 (2002–2009): specs

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 (2002–2009) photo
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The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 is a SUV produced from 2002 to 2009. It is the 2nd of 4 generations of the Land Cruiser Prado in our catalog.

Engines: 4.0 V6 (1GR-FE), 249 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,850 mm, wheelbase 2,790 mm, ground clearance 215 mm, fuel tank 87 L.

This generation was built without a facelift. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2002–2009
BodySUV
Engine4.0 V6
Engine code1GR-FE
Displacement4 L
Fuelpetrol
Power249 hp
Torque380 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 5-speed
Gearbox model5AT Aisin A750F
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,850 mm
Width1,875 mm
Height1,895 mm
Wheelbase2,790 mm
Ground clearance215 mm
Fuel tank87 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
4.0 V6≈ 71,875 ₸≈ 50,312 ₸≈ 35,938 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 2.7 163 hp, 3.0 diesel 173 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: very reliable
  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • High ground clearance: 215 mm
  • Large fuel tank: 87 L

Cons

  • Engine Toyota 1GR-FE (4.0 V6): valve cover gasket leaks
  • Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: jolts when the valve body wears

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Toyota 1GR-FE (4.0 V6)

  • valve cover gasket leaks
  • water pump leak
  • head gasket wear at very high mileage

What to check when buying: oil and coolant traces; any emulsion under the oil filler cap.

Tip: Very durable engine with timely oil changes.

Gearbox: Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60

  • very reliable; shocks when the valve body wears

What to check when buying: shift smoothness.

Tip: Oil every 60–80k km.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 225/70R17, 265/65R17, 265/60R18; bolt pattern 6x139.7. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 have?

4.0 V6, code 1GR-FE, 249 hp, 380 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (5AT Aisin A750F).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 215 mm, fuel tank 87 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 71,875 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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