We already talked about the Land Cruiser 100. But more than fifty years the evolution of the family SUV Prado led to the birth of a new regular Prado - III generation. It is another, because - there is no limit to perfection. And hopefully, even though the notorious crisis of the international community, the emergence of new ideas in the form of Land Cruiser. At the Paris Motor Show in September 2002 was submitted to the third generation of Prado. Long experience of the famous brand of Toyota's SUV segment, the design corresponding to modern European design and high quality Japanese assembly - all have been invested in the new creation. Prado III is proposed in two versions: a short 3-door and 5-door body. Our, I mean the Russian motorist, no matter the Europeans extol "SUV", a special love to feed the large machines. Let them prattle on and saved the euro, and on environmental and urban maneuverability, auto ... And we are ready to lay out good money for the powerful engines. If someone throws a rumor that "this jeep will be anywhere", then write-missing - Prado will definitely be standing in your garage. Feelings certain charm, strength, dynamics created by interior lining at the bottom of a body, and wide tires, and mounted on a tailgate spare wheel only complement the overall concept of the car. Toyota engineers have invested in the third generation of this impressive car a lot of different protective systems, including, first used in the world system HAC-Hill-start Assist Control - help system when climbing uphill on a slippery surface, and prevents skidding car. In most cars on the rise at the start of the driver must release the handbrake handle at the same time pressing the accelerator pedal. But this new system of HAC in the activation does not require, as it works all the time. You just need to move the selector to the position of Auto Drive, and then - click on the gas. In addition, equipment Prado III includes VSC - Vehicle Stability Control, the help system when descending a slope (DAC - Downhill Assist Control), which is on steep slopes increases the stability of the vehicle, and suppresses the motion of the wheels slip and a forward and reverse, capable of Besides work and at neutral gearshift, A-TRC - active traction control, which improves the car's handling, ensures proper initial traction and acceleration on slippery roads. It is impossible not to recall the TEMS - Toyota Electronic Modulated Suspension - electronic suspension control systems. DAC system itself is not included in the process of descent. To activate, move the selector to the neutral position - N and press the desired button on the center console. Then transferred to L (low range gears) and - the system of DAC in action! And then on the side of the ABS connected - to the extent necessary, it slows down the electronics or one or more wheels. The new Land Cruiser Prado provides transfer case with a limited slip differential interaxable Torsen. Also provides for compulsory locking center differential, which in turn provides a powerful, cross-country off-road. We must pay tribute to Japanese developers, as they are concerned about the manageability and stability of the vehicle in different situations and on different road surfaces. For this third-generation Prado equipped with a spring independent suspension front dvurychazhnuyu, which together with the steering equipment rack provides a wonderful handling car at any track. To please fans Cruiser under its hood installed a completely new 4.0-liter gasoline engine V6 VVT-i, drawn by 249 "horses", from the site reaches a "weave" in 9.5 seconds. 24-valve V6 VVT-i turns the novice into a very comfortable and the most walkable and powerful version of representatives of the brand. By the way, the maximum speed is clearly a big statement of 175 km / h. Without too much effort to subdue potholes and bumps help Prado huge 17-inch wheels with 265/65 tires in the dimension. Manage TEMS suspension by modern electronic system that provides comfort and stability on off-road and on the road. Dampers operate in one of four modes: Comfort, Ultra-, sports and polusportivny. In comfort mode, roll and rebound a little more sensitive than in the sport. In the same sport mode steering responds more sharply, increasing stiffness. But electronics is still at the height of the control and the car and driver. If driving becomes a little more aggressive, she had turned into action, more durable and persistent work. However, not only such advantages the new Land Cruiser Prado boasts. He has a comfortable fit: a car big enough so that each door has a special pen, grabbing you and standing on the threshold, the salon can get even the most awkward sapiens. Any tall and with an oblique broad-shouldered man will be incredibly happy spacious interior. After all, even compared to the Cruiser 90 "newcomer" is wider by 55 mm long by 80 mm and 25 mm lower (due to this reduced center of gravity). All winnings are gone millimeters to optimize interior space. Despite the presence in the cabin of three rows of seats (which always affects the visibility of the) visibility through the glass back just fine. Indeed, in such vehicles can only be seen plenty of head restraints. Electric adjustable driver's seat have a large range. In addition, the chairs have appreciable lateral support. The steering wheel is lightweight, small diameter, which is not typical enough for the SUV, also has good feedback. Thanks to this car steering wheel responds accurately, quickly and smoothly. Neighbors in the cabin, too, have a place to "roam": you can jump (in the fifth point!) On the seats, all the same places over his head enough, the legs (even from the teeth) pulled. By the way, the interior is replete with different compartments, even in the ceiling provided for under the box score. It would add that! Especially pay attention to the box in the center console (just imagine how much and what can go there!). In the cargo hold may arrange uyutnenko double socket, of course, if the rear seats folded. Manned the Land Cruiser Prado said that the full program: power steering, outside mirrors with electric drive, the instrument panel, backlit Optitron (which allows the driver to see clear images without glare and reflections due to the large number of LEDs used for each luminous element), electrical windows with pinch protection on all doors, and, of course, high-end radio cassette with CD-changer for six CDs, and 9-speaker. Do not know how many decibels would recommend these speakers give at least laid ears provided. The center console in the upper part of it is like an ordinary board. But it is necessary to start the engine as it comes alive. We can see a very diverse and the necessary information in a way - from fuel consumption to the number of miles before refueling, and much more. While still remarkably complemented with colorful charts and graphs. In the cabin of an SUV has an electronic compass you see? The driver and passenger in the front seat have the ability to independently in their place to regulate the temperature due to climate system. Are not deprived of such privileges to the second row passengers, adjusting the temperature of the separate control air conditioning. Especially like the owners of large outside mirrors, rear-wheel drive even possible to control. They help to solve many problems with different maneuvers. If necessary, add up the touch of a button. Security experts, Toyota is practically in any of their models tend to introduce some "flavor". That and Prado can "trump" one of the most advanced active safety systems, which in turn is composed of ABS, A-TRC, VSC, EBD, and Brake Assist. However, the car is just a car, a jeep - it is also quite a heavy machine. Therefore, in an emergency or permanent four-wheel drive, or sensitive current stabilization system will help to keep these "monsters". Only one conclusion: we must be steadfast, calm, considerate driving a jeep. From different points of thought and a security system that in its own unique vehicle. Its braking system - another "fad", it is among the cars in this segment is one of the most reliable. It is distinguished by wheel disc brakes with ventilated discs and brake pedal, equipped with a mechanism for adjusting sensitivity. It is this system allows the driver to feel very thin car under braking. Body Cruiser Prado has high rigidity, moreover, he has a special front and rear deformable areas to absorb impact in case of major force it. Passive safety is ensured thanks to car airbags for driver and front passenger, which open in two phases. Moreover, these pillows are equipped with force sensors stroke and distance. Are 3-point seatbelts for all seats, front and are equipped with pretensioners. Land Cruiser Prado III comes in two versions - "Luna" and "Sol." "Moon" is a 5 seats, folding rear seats, climate control, regulation of the steering column, heated seats for driver and front passenger seats, audio system with CD-player and nine speakers, elektrostekloprivod and drive to the mirrors. Modification of the "Sol" includes 8 seats (including 2 children's armchair), leather interior (front seats with electrically adjustable), zoned climate control, cruise control, air suspension, as well as additional control panel and headlight washer. And finally for those who have not yet been enriched Land Cruiser Prado. For many years we know that cars from Toyota, and especially with the continuation of the name Land Cruiser, amazing, not only on the city line, but for the country cruises, especially where there were only all-terrain vehicles, tractors. Fans of true relaxation in remote sparsely populated areas is very unlikely that the "change» Prado SUV with others, because of our today's hero without a doubt can be attributed to the honored veterans of the various secret off-road campaigns. If you have a chance, well, very casually, in the garage is not worth Prado, I highly recommend a look at this friendly, respectable off-road vehicle in the showroom AutoGallery from Moscow. I'm sure that'll learn in this modern salon a lot of interesting not only for themselves. I wish you luck in acquiring irreplaceable noble friend.
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