Al-Futtaim Motors, exclusive
distributors of Toyota in the UAE, has announced the launch of the new 2012 Land Cruiser in the UAE. The new Land Cruiser was
presented by Sadayoshi Koyari, Chief Engineer, Product Planning Group and Simon
Frith, Managing Director Al-Futtaim Motors at a ceremony that included hands-on
demonstrations as well as on-road and off-road driving experiences.
The new
Land Cruiser is a vehicle that continues its 60 year history of quality,
durability and reliability while adding multiple new technologies and features.
With sharper design inside and out and advanced handling technologies the car
promises exceptional off-road capabilities in the utmost comfort.
Sadayoshi
Koyari, Chief Engineer commented, “I am
proud to be part of this launch and to announce the release of the new 2012
Land Cruiser, a vehicle that has inherited and evolved the traits and qualities
that have made it the King of the 4WD. Toyota appreciates the expectations that
its customers have with every model change and is determined to exceed those
expectations by continuously improving the car’s driving capabilities and
looks”.
At the
opening of the event, Simon Frith said: “The Land Cruiser has an enduring
relationship with the people of this nation. It is actually “The Pride of the
Land”. Emiratis have even given the Land Cruiser pick- up a special name Abu Shanab. This clearly demonstrates
the intimacy this brand has with the people living in the UAE.”
He
added: “Last year, Al-Futtaim Motors
celebrated the car’s 60th anniversary. Thanks to the intrinsic value
the Land Cruiser has created for those in the UAE, the sales have risen
steadily since its launch and we hope to see several milestones ahead for this
car to maintain it as first choice for our customers.”
The
2012 Land Cruiser features several changes inspired by evolving customer
demands and continues the legacy of being one of the most popular off-roading
vehicles in the region. Fresh elements to Land Cruiser’s exterior and interior
design continues to convey a rugged yet luxurious image while delivering high
performance and durability aided greatly with new technology for advanced
off-roading.
Newly rugged exterior
with a modern taste
It is at the front of the
vehicle that the external styling changes on the new 2012 Land Cruiser are most
evident, yet still reflecting the heritage of the Land Cruiser identity. The
front bumper has
been redesigned with enlarged overhangs, creating a much thicker front bumper
that expresses the Land Cruiser’s power. The radiator grill has been redesigned
to create a much rounder surface; a design which creates a powerful and
finely-crafted image. The headlamps have been modified with HID low beams and
integrated LED lights in the front of the vehicle. The 2012 Land Cruiser also
comes with the option of a swing back door, with the aim of enhancing
accessibility to the 3rd row seats. The wheels have been
redesigned, with larger 18in aluminum wheels. Other changes include LED positioning lights incorporated within
the headlights and chrome finished sides to the front and rear
combination clusters and wider wheel flares. The 2012 Land Cruiser also comes
in three new
colours: White, Attitude Black and
Light Blue.
Brighter and luxurious cabin
Changes made to the 2012 Land
Cruiser cabin focus on heightening the level of quality in the look and feel of
the interior, and improving the ergonomics and functionality for the controls
and switchgear. A new lighter interior colour has been introduced, matched with
high-gloss wood grain trim elements and bright silver finish details. Extensive
changes have been made to the dashboard layout to express a sense of security
and enhanced visibility. The AC vent is also plated creating a more
luxurious atmosphere. The
steering wheel with a wood grain/leather combination is available and larger
wheel switches have been adopted to enhance ease of use, along with a larger
transmission shift knob, door handles and audio switches. Air conditioned seats
have also been added.
Excellent driving performance
with the revolutionary Turn Assist System
The ability to tackle the
toughest off-road conditions has been fundamental to all Land Cruiser models
and with the 2012 model Toyota has harnessed advanced technologies to extend
the vehicle’s capabilities even further.
The raft of new handling features
includes the newly introduced Turn Assist, which works in conjunction with the
Crawl Control function, in addition to the new 5 mode Multi-terrain select (MTS)
replacing the existing 3 mode system and Multi-terrain Monitor. The all
new Turn Assist System enhances turning ability and minimizes the driver’s
effort in tight U-turns where K-turns are necessary, by applying the brake on
the inside rear wheel. The monitor is used in conjunction to help drivers observe their
surrounds through front, side and rear cameras.
The Multi-terrain Monitor consisting
of 4 cameras (Front; rear; right side; left side) captures peripheral images
and displays them on the Electro Multi Vision ( EMV) along with warning
messages.
The suspension of the Land
Cruiser has been revamped, with a newly designed independent double wishbone type
front suspension, and uprated coil springs all round have been inserted to
dramatically improve handling both on and off road whilst maintaining riding
comfort and the strength to withstand the most rigorous use.
The 2012 Land Cruiser will be
available in UAE with the choice of 5-speed Automatic or 6-speed Manual on
improved 4.0L Engine with 271 HP in Dual VVT-i, and 6 speed Automatic
transmission coming with a newly developed 4.6L V8 Engine with 304 HP in Dual
VVT-I, and also in 5.7L V8 Engine.
Advanced Utility Features
The 2012 Land Cruiser features
new Utility features such as USB/AUX Terminal for external audio devices,
advanced Bluetooth communication compatibility and a hands free feature for
safer driving, a rear seat entertainment system and a back and clearance sonar
that notifies the driver of obstacles around the vehicle.
Advanced Comfort features
The Land Cruiser comes
luxuriously equipped, with features that include Smart Key keyless entry with
push-button start that allows the driver to unlock or start the vehicle without
inserting a conventional key; cruise control; auto-dimming rearview and side
mirrors; AC 220 V Accessory Socket mounted in the luggage compartment to power
household electronics and DC12V accessory sockets available on the front and
rear consoles
Safety
For the driver and passenger
peace-of-mind the new Land Cruiser now has 10 standards airbags: driver and
front passenger dual-stage advanced airbags; front- and second-row seat-mounted
side airbags; and three-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags with a
roll-sensing cutoff switch and new to the 2012 year model, driver and front
passenger knee airbags;
The all new 2012 Land Cruiser will be available
across all Al-Futtaim Motors Toyota showrooms in three different grades: EXR,
GXR, VXR and with prices ranging from AED 195,000, to AED 305,000.
