Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Executive Summary
Land Cruiser 300 has a slight advantage, but Puma remains highly competitive.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Land Cruiser 300
+12 pts
Efficiency
Puma
+4 pts
Safety
Equal
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
Puma
Performance
8/20
Efficiency
9/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
12/20
Ownership
12/20
Pros & Cons
🏆 Overall Winner
Land Cruiser 300
Pros
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Cons
Lower fuel efficiency
Best For:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Puma
Pros
Better fuel efficiency
Cons
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:Fuel Efficiency
Who Should Buy Which?
Land Cruiser 300
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Puma
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Ground Clearance
235
170
Wheelbase
2850
2594
Length
4985
4186
Width
1980
1805
Height
1910
1531
Kerb Weight
2430
1325
Gross Vehicle Weight
3300
1775
Seating Capacity
7
5
Boot Space
309
456
Towing Capacity
3500
1200
Front Track Width
1675
1541
Rear Track Width
1675
1534
Turning Radius
6.0
5.4
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Engine
3.3L Twin-Turbo V6 Diesel
1.0L EcoBoost Mild Hybrid
Engine Type
V6 Twin-Turbocharged DOHC
Inline 3 Cylinder Turbo Mild Hybrid
Displacement
3346
999
Cylinders
6
3
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
227
92
Power @ RPM
3000-3600 rpm
6000 rpm
Torque
700
170
Torque @ RPM
1600-2600 rpm
2000-4500 rpm
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Turbocharger
Twin Turbo
Single Turbo
Top Speed
210
185
0-100 km/h
7.5
10.5
Compression Ratio
15.4:1
10.5:1
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
Front Transverse
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic DCT
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Drivetrain Layout
Full-Time 4WD with Crawl Control
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Torsen LSD
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Transfer Case
Multi-Terrain Select
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Centre + Rear Lock
Not Applicable
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Claimed Mileage
9.4
16.4
City Mileage
7
12
Highway Mileage
10
18
Fuel Tank Capacity
110
42
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Available
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Airbags
10
8
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard with KDSS
Standard
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
Puma
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Seat Material
Premium Leather
Sport Partial Leather
Seat Adjustment
Electric 12-Way
Electric 6-Way
Heated Seats
Front and Second Row
Front
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Available
Steering Type
Power Assisted
Electric Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment
Power Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Multi-colour
Ambient Sport Lighting
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Standard
Standard
Rear Armrest
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Climate Control
Quad-Zone Automatic
Automatic AC
Power Windows
All Doors
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Smart Entry
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Power
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
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
6
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch Full Digital
12-inch Full Digital
USB Ports
4
3
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
LED Headlamps
Full LED Adaptive
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
LED
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
21-inch Premium Alloy
19-inch Sport Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Not Available
Body Cladding
Standard
Standard
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Sport Rear Spoiler
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
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
Puma
Tyre Size
265/55 R20
225/40 R19
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Solid Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Alloy
Tyre Repair Kit
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone with KDSS
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Lateral Rod with KDSS
Torsion Beam
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
Puma
Service Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
15,000 km or 1 Year
Approx Service Cost
Approx R12,000
Approx R5,000
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
Optional
Optional
Specification
Land Cruiser 300
Puma
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
Puma
CO2 Emissions
249
118
Start Stop System
Standard
Standard
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Mild Hybrid
Noise Level
68
67
Final Verdict
🏆Toyota Land Cruiser 300
wins with 70 pts
vs 61 pts for Puma
In structured scoring, Land Cruiser 300 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Puma 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 Puma scores 9 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.
In safety scoring, Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 and Puma scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.
Land Cruiser 300 scores 12 versus Puma scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.
Practicality scoring gives Land Cruiser 300 13 and Puma 12, reflecting cabin space and usability.
Performance category shows Land Cruiser 300 scoring 20 compared to Puma scoring 8, 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 Puma in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 vs 8.
Efficiency: Land Cruiser 300 scores 5 vs 9.
Safety: Land Cruiser 300 scores 20 vs 20.
Practicality: Land Cruiser 300 scores 13 vs 12.
Ownership: Land Cruiser 300 scores 12 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives Land Cruiser 300
the advantage in this comparison.
