Toyota Unleashes Nostalgia: The Resurrection of the Land Cruiser 70!

Brace Yourself - The Iconic Model is Back, But There's a Catch

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Toyota recently sent shockwaves through the automotive world by announcing the resurrection of the Land Cruiser 70 Series, sending waves of excitement, albeit with a bit of a downer—it's exclusively for the Japanese market. Talk about keeping the good stuff to themselves!

The Land Cruiser 70 first graced the roads in 1984, born as a rugged sibling to the standard model. With a focus on elevating its heavy-duty capabilities for commercial use and amping up its off-road prowess, the 70 Series became an instant classic.

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Now, this blast from the past is hitting the Japanese market alongside the 300 and the eye-catching 250, which, thankfully, is set to make its way to Europe in 2024. Good news for European car enthusiasts!

Toyota has set an ambitious target of selling 400 units per month by revisiting the original blueprint while injecting a slew of powertrain, handling, and safety enhancements, not to mention a subtle design refresh.

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Under the hood, the Land Cruiser 70 roars to life with a 2.8-litre direct-injection turbo diesel engine, churning out an impressive 201bhp and 369lb ft of torque. Power is seamlessly distributed to all four wheels through a cutting-edge six-speed 'Flex Lock-up Super Intelligent' automatic transmission. Toyota even throws in a weight figure, tipping the scales at around 2,300kg—quite similar to a Land Rover Discovery.

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But it doesn't stop there. The new 70 boasts an arsenal of driving systems, including Active Traction Control and Vehicle Stability Control, seamlessly integrated with Toyota's Safety Sense suite, ensuring you're not just riding in style but in safety too.

Now, the burning question—what's the cost of this retro marvel? It comes in at just over £25,700. A steal for those lucky enough to get their hands on one, but don't expect anyone to part with their hard-earned Sterling without a second thought.

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In its illustrious 72-year career, the Land Cruiser has witnessed over 100 generations, selling a staggering 11.3 million units in 170 countries. Isn't it high time this automotive legend receives a Nobel Peace Prize? One can only wonder!