Reinforcing the legendary status of one of the Qatar’s best-loved vehicles, Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros Co (AAB)-Toyota has launched the eagerly awaited, new generation of the iconic Land Cruiser in Qatar. The launch event held at the Toyota main showroom, Al Abdulghani Tower, was attended by journalists and social media representatives in the presence of Abdulrahman Abduljaleel al-Abdulghani, chairman; Abdulghani Abdullah al-Abdulghani, vice-chairman; along with the senior management of AAB.
The all-new Land Cruiser combines outstanding all-terrain performance with a spacious, high-quality interior to bring drivers and passengers an elevated experience on every trip, AAB has said in a statement. Abdulrahman Abduljaleel al-Abdulghani welcomed the guests attending the event, which was restricted to a limited number of attendees to follow the Covid-19 protocol and Ministry of Public Health guidelines.
R K Murugan, CEO of AAB, thanked loyal customers for their trust and loyalty towards Land Cruiser and making it truly the 'Pride of the Land'. Due to Covid-19, representatives from Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) could not personally attend the event. In a video message delivered to Land Cruiser fans in Qatar, Takayuki Kanno, Project general manager, Middle East & Central Asia Division, said Toyota’s motto is to be 'Best in Town'.
The new Land Cruiser is designed and engineered to further enhance the on-road confidence and off-road expertise, which ensures the Land Cruiser "remains the king of on-road and off-road". Many technical teams from Toyota Motor Corporation have visited Qatar in the past to take feedback from customers, and TMC has tried to implement the same in the new vehicles.
Takami Yokoo, chief engineer of the new Land Cruiser, highlighted that TMC has incorporated customers' feedback in the new Land Cruiser. He also emphasised the importance of purchasing the Land Cruiser from the official distributor for Toyota vehicles in Qatar, which is AAB, as it offers the best purchase and after-sales support.
“Our goals for the new Land Cruiser are best-ever off-road performance as well as setting a new benchmark in body-on-frame on-road performance. My team and I are eager for customers to experience this long-anticipated evolution, with groundbreaking enhancements to the platform and powertrain, an overwhelming exterior presence and an interior appointed with enough luxury and functionality to make customers forget they are traveling over harsh terrain,” Yokoo added.
“We are excited to introduce the all-new Land Cruiser, an iconic vehicle that has earned its place in the hearts of drivers around the world and remains Qatar’s most popular SUVs,” said Kei Fujita, chief representative, Middle East and Central Asia Representative Office, TMC. “The Land Cruiser’s go-anywhere capability truly delivers the joy of mobility, bringing unrivalled performance, safety and comfort to drivers and passengers alike.”
Technologies accumulated over many years have been paired with the latest breakthroughs to achieve improvements such as weight reduction, lowering the centre of gravity, the adoption of new powertrains, new interior and exterior designs, and advanced safety features.
The 2022 Land Cruiser comes with a choice of three powertrain options, including two newly developed V6 twin-turbo engines. The V6 twin-turbo 3.5-litre petrol engine achieves class-leading performance that surpasses that of a conventional V8, producing 409hp and up to 650nm.
Meanwhile, the V6 twin-turbo engine 3.3-litre diesel variant, which will be available to buy in the region soon, is capable of 302hp and up to 700nm. Both of these newly developed engines are mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is also available with a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V6 petrol engine that produces 271hp and up to 385nm mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The all-new suspension setup features double-wishbone suspension at the front and a 4-link rigid suspension at the rear, delivering a higher level of on-road stability and off-road performance. The vehicle’s lightweight, high-strength structure ensures excellent reliability and fuel efficiency.
The Land Cruiser is equipped with the latest off-road driver assistance features, including a three Differential Lock system that is unique in the segment and provides enhanced off-road capabilities on rough terrain. The front design builds on the heritage of previous models, with functional features such as headlamps and the radiator grille set higher to reduce the risk of damage during off-road driving. The rear of the cabin brings the design together in a refined, modern shape that mirrors the straight lines of the front and side while underscoring the vehicle’s powerful stance.
The all-new interior cocoons passengers in a sophisticated and comfortable space unaffected by the external environment. The cabin offers a range of advanced features such as wireless charging for smartphones, Active Noise Control and a 4-zone automatic air-conditioning system with rear control switches. The cluster gauge features a 7-inch colour Multi-information Display and a 12.3-inch Multimedia display. Additional features available include a 14-speaker JBL sound system, Rear Seat Entertainment system with 11.6-inch touch-screen displays that are Wi-Fi and HDMI connection enabled, ventilation for the first and second-row seats, a multi-adjustable power driver seat, 60:40 split-folding second-row seats, fully flat-folding third-row seats, a kick-sensor operated power tailgate, and smart entry and start systems.
Safety remains a top priority for the all-new Land Cruiser, which comes with an advanced safety system. This is complemented by Toyota Safety Sense, an advanced safety technology package that includes a Pre-Collision System that introduces new features, including Emergency Steering Assist and Intersection Turn Assistance, to help prevent collisions with vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians.
In addition, the vehicle features a comprehensive array of safety features to protect its occupants, such as eight SRS airbags, including side-curtain airbags for all three rows, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Brake Assist, Parking Support Brake, Blind Spot Monitor, Multi-terrain Monitor, including Panoramic View Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Downhill Assist Control, Tyre Pressure Warning System, Drive Start Control, driver and front passenger seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters, and a clearance sonar featuring eight sensors located in the front and rear bumpers. Available in 10 exterior colours, the all-new Land Cruiser allows customers to express their individuality.
R K Murugan, CEO of AAB, thanked loyal customers for their trust and loyalty towards Land Cruiser and making it truly the 'Pride of the Land'. Due to Covid-19, representatives from Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) could not personally attend the event. In a video message delivered to Land Cruiser fans in Qatar, Takayuki Kanno, Project general manager, Middle East & Central Asia Division, said Toyota’s motto is to be 'Best in Town'.
The new Land Cruiser is designed and engineered to further enhance the on-road confidence and off-road expertise, which ensures the Land Cruiser "remains the king of on-road and off-road". Many technical teams from Toyota Motor Corporation have visited Qatar in the past to take feedback from customers, and TMC has tried to implement the same in the new vehicles.
Takami Yokoo, chief engineer of the new Land Cruiser, highlighted that TMC has incorporated customers' feedback in the new Land Cruiser. He also emphasised the importance of purchasing the Land Cruiser from the official distributor for Toyota vehicles in Qatar, which is AAB, as it offers the best purchase and after-sales support.
“Our goals for the new Land Cruiser are best-ever off-road performance as well as setting a new benchmark in body-on-frame on-road performance. My team and I are eager for customers to experience this long-anticipated evolution, with groundbreaking enhancements to the platform and powertrain, an overwhelming exterior presence and an interior appointed with enough luxury and functionality to make customers forget they are traveling over harsh terrain,” Yokoo added.
“We are excited to introduce the all-new Land Cruiser, an iconic vehicle that has earned its place in the hearts of drivers around the world and remains Qatar’s most popular SUVs,” said Kei Fujita, chief representative, Middle East and Central Asia Representative Office, TMC. “The Land Cruiser’s go-anywhere capability truly delivers the joy of mobility, bringing unrivalled performance, safety and comfort to drivers and passengers alike.”
Technologies accumulated over many years have been paired with the latest breakthroughs to achieve improvements such as weight reduction, lowering the centre of gravity, the adoption of new powertrains, new interior and exterior designs, and advanced safety features.
The 2022 Land Cruiser comes with a choice of three powertrain options, including two newly developed V6 twin-turbo engines. The V6 twin-turbo 3.5-litre petrol engine achieves class-leading performance that surpasses that of a conventional V8, producing 409hp and up to 650nm.
Meanwhile, the V6 twin-turbo engine 3.3-litre diesel variant, which will be available to buy in the region soon, is capable of 302hp and up to 700nm. Both of these newly developed engines are mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is also available with a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V6 petrol engine that produces 271hp and up to 385nm mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The all-new suspension setup features double-wishbone suspension at the front and a 4-link rigid suspension at the rear, delivering a higher level of on-road stability and off-road performance. The vehicle’s lightweight, high-strength structure ensures excellent reliability and fuel efficiency.
The Land Cruiser is equipped with the latest off-road driver assistance features, including a three Differential Lock system that is unique in the segment and provides enhanced off-road capabilities on rough terrain. The front design builds on the heritage of previous models, with functional features such as headlamps and the radiator grille set higher to reduce the risk of damage during off-road driving. The rear of the cabin brings the design together in a refined, modern shape that mirrors the straight lines of the front and side while underscoring the vehicle’s powerful stance.
The all-new interior cocoons passengers in a sophisticated and comfortable space unaffected by the external environment. The cabin offers a range of advanced features such as wireless charging for smartphones, Active Noise Control and a 4-zone automatic air-conditioning system with rear control switches. The cluster gauge features a 7-inch colour Multi-information Display and a 12.3-inch Multimedia display. Additional features available include a 14-speaker JBL sound system, Rear Seat Entertainment system with 11.6-inch touch-screen displays that are Wi-Fi and HDMI connection enabled, ventilation for the first and second-row seats, a multi-adjustable power driver seat, 60:40 split-folding second-row seats, fully flat-folding third-row seats, a kick-sensor operated power tailgate, and smart entry and start systems.
Safety remains a top priority for the all-new Land Cruiser, which comes with an advanced safety system. This is complemented by Toyota Safety Sense, an advanced safety technology package that includes a Pre-Collision System that introduces new features, including Emergency Steering Assist and Intersection Turn Assistance, to help prevent collisions with vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians.
In addition, the vehicle features a comprehensive array of safety features to protect its occupants, such as eight SRS airbags, including side-curtain airbags for all three rows, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Brake Assist, Parking Support Brake, Blind Spot Monitor, Multi-terrain Monitor, including Panoramic View Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Downhill Assist Control, Tyre Pressure Warning System, Drive Start Control, driver and front passenger seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters, and a clearance sonar featuring eight sensors located in the front and rear bumpers. Available in 10 exterior colours, the all-new Land Cruiser allows customers to express their individuality.