{"id":13482,"date":"2025-04-04T22:33:36","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T11:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dixonarchive.com\/motorblog\/?p=13482"},"modified":"2025-04-04T22:33:36","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T11:33:36","slug":"toyota-prado-vs-isuzu-mu-x-2025-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dixonarchive.com\/motorblog\/toyota-prado-vs-isuzu-mu-x-2025-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Toyota Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X – 2025 Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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\"Toyota
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 250<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>\n
VS<\/td>\n\n

\"Isuzu
Isuzu MU-X<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Welcome to the 250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X Comparison for 2025. As per usual we are doing a series of\u00a0 the new\u00a0 Landcruiser Prado vs the rest of the world comparisons. Hopefully it is give you some useful information on your research to find a new SUV for you garage or driveway. The Isuzu MU-X is definitely not a logical competitor to the Prado due it]s a smaller package that claims to be just as capable off road and it’s smaller price. So how do they compare and and is the Prado worth it buying over the Isuzu MU-X.<\/p>\n

250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X exterior design: The Prado looks like a 4 door FJ Cruiser with older style pre-Prado Land Cruiser design language. It is a good look that is both contemporary and retro at the same. In\u00a0 comparison the MU-X doesn’t have any sort of ‘new’ design touches and it does look anonymous in the car park.<\/p>\n

250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X interior comparison: The MU-X has a great interior for a commercial that it is based on. It’s comfortable, looks and feel good with a nice mix of plastics and design. In comparison the Prado is easily a grade higher at all levels in terms of looks, feel space and so forth.<\/p>\n

250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X engines and technology : The MU-X does not have any standout tech or engines but it does has 2 options which is unusual in this class. The engines are pretty much class average though so nothing to do a write up about. In comparison the Prado has the much noted Hybrid Diesel engine setup which is state of the art although I assumed that it would deliver better fuel economy than the official figures. That said design does play\u00a0 a big part in the efficiency equation and the Prado is still\u00a0 has the aerodynamics of a brick.<\/p>\n

The conclusion and winner of the 250 Series Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Vs Isuzu MU-X is the entry level MU-X. The MU-X is a winner due to price for features. We are\u00a0sure most could live with the known durability of the Isuzu brand at 20K less than the Prado.\u00a0 The Prado does lead the field in terms of the tech package and engine but it is a little too expensive.<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Land Cruiser Prado *250 series<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nIsuzu MU-X<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"\"<\/td>\n\"\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Engines<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1GD-FTV + Hybrid – IL4 Diesel
\nTurbo-charged – Inter-cooler
\nDirect Injection – Common Rail
\n2.8 Litre (2755cc)
\nClaimed 150Kw @ 3000RPM
\nClaimed 500Nm @ 1600-2800RPM
\nElectric Motor: 8Kw and 65Nm<\/td>\n		IL4 Diesel
\nTurbo-charged – Inter-cooler
\nDirect Injection – Common Rail
\n3 Litre (2999cc)
\nClaimed 140Kw @ 3600RPM
\nClaimed 450Nm @ 1600RPM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nIL4 Diesel
\nTurbo-charged – Inter-cooler
\nDirect Injection – Common Rail
\n1.9 Litre (1898cc)
\nClaimed 110Kw @ 3250RPM
\nClaimed 350Nm @ 1750 RPM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kerb weight FROM 2450Kg
\nTowing capacity up to 3500Kg<\/td>\n		Kerb weight FROM 1980Kg
\nTowing capacity up to 3000Kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fuel capacity & consumption<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Up to 110 litres
\nIL4 Diesel 7.6 litres per 100km
\n17 litre adblue<\/td>\n		Up to 80 litres
\nIL4 3.0 Diesel 8.5 litres per 100km
\nIL4 1.9 Diesel 7.5 litres per 100km
\nxx litre adblue<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Other specifications<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8 speed Auto
\nOverall height\/width 1925\/1980
\nOverall length\/wheelbase 4990\/2850
\n4WD system: AWD or 4WD
\nANCAP Safety: 5\/5<\/td>\n		10 speed Auto
\nOverall height\/width 1841\/1923
\nOverall length\/wheelbase 4940\/2900
\n4WD system: 2WD or 4WD
\nANCAP Safety: 5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capability<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Angle of: (degrees)
\nApproach xx Departure xx Breakover xx
\nGround clearance (unloaded) xxxmm
\nWater Fording depth xxmm Max
\n4WD system: AWD with low range<\/td>\n		Angle of: (degrees)
\nApproach 23 Departure 27 Breakover 23
\nGround clearance (unloaded) 235 cm
\nWater Fording depth 800 mm Max
\n4WD system: AWD with low range<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Performance<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
–<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pricing<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 $72,500 – 99,990 AUD
\n2018 $53,990 – 84,490 AUD
\n2019 $53,490 – 84,119 AUD
\n2017 $55,990 – 84,490 AUD
\n2015 $55,990 – 84,490 AUD
\n2014 $55,990 – 92,120 AUD
\n2013 $55,990 – 92,990 AUD
\n2012 $55,990 – 91,990 AUD<\/td>\n		2025 $49,990 – 81,990 AUD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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