Land Cruiser 300 holds a noticeable edge over Amaze, especially in key ownership areas.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Land Cruiser 300
+15 pts
Efficiency
Amaze
+6 pts
Safety
Land Cruiser 300
+14 pts
Practicality
Land Cruiser 300
+1 pts
Ownership
Equal
Category Score Breakdown
🏆 Overall Winner
Land Cruiser 300
Performance
20/20
Efficiency
5/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
13/20
Ownership
12/20
Amaze
Performance
5/20
Efficiency
11/20
Safety
6/20
Practicality
12/20
Ownership
12/20
Pros & Cons
Amaze
Pros
Better fuel efficiency
Cons
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
Land Cruiser 300
Pros
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Cons
Lower fuel efficiency
Best For:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Who Should Buy Which?
Amaze
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Land Cruiser 300
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Ground Clearance
170
235
Wheelbase
2470
2850
Length
3995
4985
Width
1695
1980
Height
1498
1910
Kerb Weight
980
2430
Gross Vehicle Weight
1420
3300
Seating Capacity
5
7
Boot Space
420
309
Towing Capacity
900
3500
Front Track Width
-
1675
Rear Track Width
-
1675
Turning Radius
-
6.0
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Engine
1.2L i-VTEC Petrol
3.3L Twin-Turbo V6 Diesel
Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated
V6 Twin-Turbocharged DOHC
Displacement
1199
3346
Cylinders
4
6
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
66
227
Torque
110
700
Fuel System
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Top Speed
170
210
0-100 km/h
14.5
7.5
Power @ RPM
-
3000-3600 rpm
Torque @ RPM
-
1600-2600 rpm
Turbocharger
-
Twin Turbo
Compression Ratio
-
15.4:1
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Transmission
CVT Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drive Type
4x2
4WD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Full-Time 4WD with Crawl Control
LSD Available
Not Available
Torsen LSD
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Multi-Terrain Select
Paddle Shifters
-
Standard
Differential Lock
-
Centre + Rear Lock
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Claimed Mileage
18.2
9.4
City Mileage
14
7
Highway Mileage
19
10
Fuel Tank Capacity
35
110
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Available
Auto Start Stop
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Airbags
2
10
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard with KDSS
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Crawl Control
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
-
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Seat Material
Premium Fabric
Premium Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Electric 12-Way
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front and Second Row
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Front
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Multi-colour
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Rear Armrest
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Climate Control
Manual
Quad-Zone Automatic
Power Windows
All Doors
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Remote Key
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Power
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Infotainment Screen
7-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
15
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
12.3-inch Full Digital
USB Ports
-
4
Wireless Apple CarPlay
-
Standard
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
LED Headlamps
Halogen Projector
Full LED Adaptive
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Front
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Wheel Covers
21-inch Premium Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Standard
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Approach Angle
16
32
Departure Angle
18
24
Wading Depth
300
700
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Mud, Sand, Rock, Dirt, Snow
Locking Differential
Not Available
Centre and Rear
Underbody Protection
-
Full Steel Plates
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Tyre Size
175/65 R15
265/55 R20
Wheel Type
Steel with Covers
Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
Full Size Alloy
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with KDSS
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Ladder Frame
Power Steering
-
Power Rack and Pinion
Steering Column
-
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10,000 km or 6 Months
Approx Service Cost
Low
Approx R12,000
Battery Warranty
24 Months
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
-
Optional
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
Warranty Years
3
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
100000
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Specification
Amaze
Land Cruiser 300
CO2 Emissions
122
249
Start Stop System
Not Available
Standard
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
68
Final Verdict
🏆Toyota Land Cruiser 300
wins with 70 pts
vs 46 pts for Amaze
In structured scoring, Land Cruiser 300 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Amaze may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Based on structured category scoring, Land Cruiser 300 performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.
Amaze scores 11 while Land Cruiser 300 scores 5 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.
In safety scoring, Amaze scores 6 and Land Cruiser 300 scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.
Amaze scores 12 versus Land Cruiser 300 scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.
Practicality scoring gives Amaze 12 and Land Cruiser 300 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.
Performance category shows Amaze scoring 5 compared to Land Cruiser 300 scoring 20, indicating stronger overtaking capability.
While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Land Cruiser 300 may hold stronger long-term value.
Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.
Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Land Cruiser 300 performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.
Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Land Cruiser 300 the overall advantage.
Detailed Comparison Analysis
The comparison between Amaze and Land Cruiser 300 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Amaze scores 5 vs 20.
Efficiency: Amaze scores 11 vs 5.
Safety: Amaze scores 6 vs 20.
Practicality: Amaze scores 12 vs 13.
Ownership: Amaze scores 12 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives Land Cruiser 300
the advantage in this comparison.
