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150 Series Toyota LandCruiser LC5 Prado Vs Toyota Kluger |
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Recently one of us had the opportunity to drive a 2009 Kluger
for an extended period so here's the updated review and comparison between
the Prado and Kluger. The Kluger was initially released in 2001 as one of the ugliest SUVs you could buy. However there was not much competition in the class at the time that had the combination of refinement and quality. The updated model seen here was released in 2008 addressed the issues that the original version had. The Toyota Kluger is an interesting car and SUV. It is smaller than the Prado and larger than the RAV4. It does have a lots of internal space, power and 4WD ability. Sitting in one leaves a good impression but driving is a mixed experience. An updated model was released in 2011 which had mainly cosmetic changes. |
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The interior of the Kluger is a great place to be. The design is integrated and the materials although typical Toyota is very good. It is also and probably one of the most stylish interiors in the range. You sit more car like in the latest Kluger and also cosseted, meaning more outstretched as opposed to to up right in the Prado. The overall design reminds us of a grown up RAV4. The top range model has the look and feel of a luxury car - just don't look too closely. It's exterior design is up to date and at the same time conservative and will appeal to most. The current Kluger is infinitely better than the hideously ugly first generation model. The 2010 Kluger is nice looking car that hides it bulk because it is as wide as the Prado! The drive impression can be summarized as
this: it
is like a Camry to drive but with more go (V6 engine). Also
in V6 form it is smother and quieter. I wouldn't say it is 100% like a high
rise Camry but at suburban speeds the Kluger leaves that impression.
The V6 engine has plenty of power although it puts the power down in
a less aggressive fashion than the Prado's engine. There is nothing
exceptional about the way it drives. Handling is pretty good if you
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The Kluger has a 2WD only as well as a range of AWD models. The Kluger doesn't have a hard core 4wd system so don't expect it to work too well in that environment. So if you want off-road capability the Prado is the pick whilst if you you spend most of your time on road than the Kluger is the pick. It comes in 2WD only models as well so there's money to be saved. I think the Kluger is the best of the competition to date.
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