In the luxury SUV category, two prominent names stand out in the Middle East markets competing for the hearts of drivers and enthusiasts of adventure and luxury: Toyota LC300 - one of the most prominent luxury SUVs from Toyota Land Cruiser - and the new Nissan Patrol. While Toyota aims to strengthen its presence through hybrid technology, Nissan focuses on developing the luxury and comfort experience. Will the newLand Cruiser 300 Hybrid outperform Patrol? Let's discover that through this comprehensive comparison.
- Performance
The Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid features a 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo petrol engine combined with an electric motor, producing together up to 457 horsepower and 790 Newton-meters of torque. It's coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission, which provides fast response and immense power on both off-road and paved surfaces.
Nissan Patrol has a model powered by aV6 twin-turbo 3.5-liter engine that delivers 425 horsepower, with a torque output reaching 700 Newton-meters, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Although the performance is strong and suitable for a large SUV, it remains less compared to the new LC300 Hybrid, especially in terms of torque and efficiency.
