Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Executive Summary
Both Land Cruiser 300 and Mustang are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Equal
Efficiency
Equal
Safety
Equal
Practicality
Land Cruiser 300
+3 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
Mustang
Performance
20/20
Efficiency
5/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
10/20
Ownership
12/20
Pros & Cons
🏆 Overall Winner
Land Cruiser 300
Pros
More practical for daily use
Cons
No major weaknesses identified
Best For:Family Usage
Mustang
Pros
No major strengths identified
Cons
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:General Use
Who Should Buy Which?
Land Cruiser 300
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Mustang
Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Ground Clearance
235
134
Wheelbase
2850
2720
Length
4985
4788
Width
1980
1916
Height
1910
1381
Kerb Weight
2430
1815
Gross Vehicle Weight
3300
2245
Seating Capacity
7
4
Boot Space
309
408
Towing Capacity
3500
Not Rated
Front Track Width
1675
1617
Rear Track Width
1675
1607
Turning Radius
6.0
6.1
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Engine
3.3L Twin-Turbo V6 Diesel
5.0L Coyote V8 Petrol
Engine Type
V6 Twin-Turbocharged DOHC
V8 DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Displacement
3346
4951
Cylinders
6
8
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
227
338
Power @ RPM
3000-3600 rpm
7300 rpm
Torque
700
515
Torque @ RPM
1600-2600 rpm
4250 rpm
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Turbocharger
Twin Turbo
Not Available
Top Speed
210
250
0-100 km/h
7.5
4.6
Compression Ratio
15.4:1
12.0:1
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
Front Longitudinal
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Drivetrain Layout
Full-Time 4WD with Crawl Control
Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Torsen LSD
Electronic LSD
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Transfer Case
Multi-Terrain Select
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Centre + Rear Lock
Not Applicable
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Claimed Mileage
9.4
9.1
City Mileage
7
7
Highway Mileage
10
11
Fuel Tank Capacity
110
61
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Available
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Airbags
10
8
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard with KDSS
Standard with Track Mode
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Crawl Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Seat Material
Premium Leather
Leather
Seat Adjustment
Electric 12-Way
Electric 6-Way
Heated Seats
Front and Second Row
Front
Ventilated Seats
Front
Front
Steering Type
Power Assisted
Electric Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Multi-colour
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
Not Available
Front Armrest
Standard
Standard
Rear Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Climate Control
Quad-Zone Automatic
Automatic AC
Power Windows
All Doors
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Smart Entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Standard
Convertible Soft Top
Electric Tailgate
Power
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Infotainment Screen
12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen
12-inch SYNC 4 Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
15
8
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch Full Digital
12.4-inch Full Digital
USB Ports
4
2
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
LED Headlamps
Full LED Adaptive
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
LED
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
21-inch Premium Alloy
19-inch GT Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Not Available
Body Cladding
Standard
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Approach Angle
32
-
Departure Angle
24
-
Wading Depth
700
-
Terrain Modes
Mud, Sand, Rock, Dirt, Snow
-
Locking Differential
Centre and Rear
-
Underbody Protection
Full Steel Plates
-
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Tyre Size
265/55 R20
255/40 R19
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Alloy
Space Saver
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone with KDSS
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Independent Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
Monocoque
Power Steering
Power Rack and Pinion
Electric
Steering Column
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Service Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
10,000 km or 1 Year
Approx Service Cost
Approx R12,000
Approx R7,000
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
Optional
Optional
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
Warranty Years
3
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
100000
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
6 Years
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Mustang
CO2 Emissions
249
261
Start Stop System
Standard
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Noise Level
68
72
Final Verdict
🏆Toyota Land Cruiser 300
wins with 70 pts
vs 67 pts for Mustang
In structured scoring, Land Cruiser 300 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Mustang 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.
Land Cruiser 300 scores 5 while Mustang scores 5 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.
In safety scoring, Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 and Mustang scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.
Land Cruiser 300 scores 12 versus Mustang scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.
Practicality scoring gives Land Cruiser 300 13 and Mustang 10, reflecting cabin space and usability.
Performance category shows Land Cruiser 300 scoring 20 compared to Mustang 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 Land Cruiser 300 and Mustang in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 vs 20.
Efficiency: Land Cruiser 300 scores 5 vs 5.
Safety: Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 vs 20.
Practicality: Land Cruiser 300 scores 13 vs 10.
Ownership: Land Cruiser 300 scores 12 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives Land Cruiser 300
the advantage in this comparison.
