Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series Review
2021-2023
The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series (J300) is the flagship luxury off-road SUV in Kenya. Representing the pinnacle of prestige, engineering capability, and VIP transport across East Africa, the LC300 transitions to powerful Twin-Turbo V6 engines built on the lightweight GA-F ladder-frame platform. Featuring Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS), 235 mm ground clearance, and lavish 7-seater luxury, it commands absolute respect on Kenyan roads.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Unrivaled status and road presence: The premier choice for VIP diplomats, executives, and government leaders.
- Massive 700 Nm V6 Twin-Turbo diesel torque: Effortless 10-speed automatic acceleration across any highway or safari track.
- E-KDSS electronic suspension: Automatically disconnects stabilizer bars for supreme off-road wheel articulation.
- Power fold-flat third row: Third-row seats fold flush into the boot floor, expanding storage to 1,131 liters.
What’s not so good
- High CRSP import valuation: Substantial import tax investment exceeding KSh 18.5M+ total landed cost.
- Wide 1.99-meter body width: Requires extra attention when maneuvering through narrow estate gates or parking bays.
Most popular: Land Cruiser 300 ZX / GR-Sport 3.3D / VXR 3.5T
5 doorsPetrol, DieselAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series (J300)
- Production years
- 2021–2023
- Body type
- 5-Door Heavy-Duty Luxury SUV
- Seating capacity
- 7
- Fuel types
- Twin-Turbo Diesel, Twin-Turbo Petrol
- Engine sizes
- 3,346 cc (3.3D V6) / 3,444 cc (3.5T V6)
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Direct Shift Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Full-Time 4WD with Center, Front & Rear Locking Differentials
- Ground clearance
- 235 mm
- Source market
- Japan / Dubai / UK (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 10.2 km/L (3.3D Diesel) / 8.0 km/L (3.5T Petrol). Tank: 110 L (about 1122 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 2,670 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,860 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 22,251
- Full tank (110 L)
- KES 24,966
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
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- Why it gets shipped
The ultimate corporate and personal luxury SUV in East Africa.
Package tiers
LC300 grades progress from well-equipped VX/VXR models to luxury ZX and performance GR-Sport editions.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| VX / VXR | Luxury base | Synthetic leather seats, 12.3-inch display, JBL 14-speaker audio, sunroof, and 18-inch alloys. |
| ZX | Executive flagship | Nappa leather, 20-inch wheels, rear seat entertainment, ventilated seats, and power tailgate. |
| GR-Sport | Off-road performance | E-KDSS suspension, electronic front & rear diff locks, GR suede seats, and 18-inch rally wheels. |
About the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series
Kenya enforces an 8-year age limit from manufacture month and right-hand drive compliance. In 2026, 2021 to 2023 J300 Land Cruisers sit cleanly inside the legal import window.
Powered by a 3.3L V6 Twin-Turbo Diesel (F33A-FTV 304 hp / 700 Nm) or a 3.5L V6 Twin-Turbo Petrol (V35A-FTS 409 hp / 650 Nm), both variants sit in KRA's 35% luxury excise duty tax bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
