2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300: Specifications, Variants and 2026 Used Buying Guide
2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 belongs to the Japanese large body-on-frame SUV segment. This research documents JP-market configuration(s) and separates 2022 commercial identity from equipment and certified-test claims in other countries.
2022 identity and market
The Land Cruiser 300 launched as a J300-generation SUV in 2021 and continued to serve the Japanese market in calendar 2022. This is not a new “MY2022” generation introduced that year; the record captures an established, actually sold 2022 production/sale-year vehicle. The distinction is important because global Land Cruiser badges also cover different models and regional engine line-ups.
Engines, electrification and specifications
Toyota’s period Japanese manufacturer documentation specifies a 3.5-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 producing 305 kW and 650 Nm and a 3.3-litre twin-turbo diesel V6 with 227 kW and 700 Nm. Both were paired with ten-speed automatic transmissions in the reported Japanese launch family. Market-specific six-cylinder or naturally aspirated configurations elsewhere must be checked independently and not copied into the Japan record.
Practical appeal and limitations
Its appeal is a traditional body-on-frame large-SUV proposition with generous torque and a design intended for rough terrain and long journeys. Those attributes come with physical size, fuel and tyre costs and a heavier everyday ownership burden than a compact crossover. A Land Cruiser can also be used exclusively in town, so a buyer should examine vehicle history rather than imagine every example has seen desert use.
Used-owner inspection and servicing
Used examples warrant close attention to cooling and transmission records, underbody impacts, differential service, four-wheel-drive engagement and aftermarket modifications. A market-specific towing rating and seating capacity must be checked on the exact grade; neither an engine output nor the Land Cruiser name confirms the maximum trailer capacity. Verify local recall status by VIN, including any import history.
Alternatives and buying decision
The Nissan Patrol and Lexus LX provide nearby full-size alternatives in selected markets, while a Toyota Prado has a different chassis and mission. The J300 is for owners who need its space and heavy-duty layout and can support its running costs. It should not be treated as a universal template for Land Cruiser 70 or Prado specifications.
Documented variants and their market scope
| Market/grade | Powertrain | Drive / transmission | Verified specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| JP — 2022 petrol 3.5 twin turbo | 3.5 L twin-turbo V6 gasoline | 4WD / 10-speed automatic | output kw: 305, output ps: 415, torque nm: 650 |
| JP — 2022 diesel 3.3 twin turbo | 3.3 L twin-turbo V6 diesel | 4WD / 10-speed automatic | output kw: 227, output ps: 309, torque nm: 700 |
Market and model-year limits
Japan launched 2021, retained 2022 on-sale year; Gulf, Australia and Africa engine variants still review.