Toyota Land Cruiser 76 vs Ford Territory

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Toyota Land Cruiser 76 in South Africa

Toyota Land Cruiser 76

4.0 V6 Station Wagon AT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 1,065,300 ex-showroom
⚡ 202 kW (271 hp)
🔧 381 Nm
⛽ 10.5 km/l
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 733,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW (188 hp)
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l
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Quick Winners

Performance Land Cruiser 76
Mileage Territory
🔑 Ownership Territory

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Territory

68
/ 100
+1
pts
#2

Land Cruiser 76

67
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

Both Land Cruiser 76 and Territory are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Land Cruiser 76 +5 pts
Efficiency Territory +1 pts
Safety Land Cruiser 76 +2 pts
Practicality Territory +3 pts
Ownership Territory +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 16/20

Land Cruiser 76

Performance 18/20
Efficiency 7/20
Safety 20/20
Practicality 10/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

Land Cruiser 76

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
Cons
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best For: Highway Driving
🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Pros
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
Best For: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Land Cruiser 76

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Territory

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Land Cruiser 76 Territory
Ground Clearance 230 190
Wheelbase 2850 2716
Length 4890 4630
Width 1885 1935
Height 1900 1706
Kerb Weight 2180 1635
Gross Vehicle Weight 3000 2150
Seating Capacity 8 5
Boot Space 120 448
Towing Capacity 3000 1200
Specification Land Cruiser 76 Territory
Engine 4.0L V6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol 1.8L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type V6 1GR-FE Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement 3956 1798
Cylinders 6 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 202 140
Torque 381 320
Fuel System Common Rail Direct Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 175 185
0-100 km/h 10.5 9.8
Power @ RPM 5600 rpm -
Torque @ RPM 4400 rpm -
Turbocharger Not Available -

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Territory wins with 68 pts vs 67 pts for Land Cruiser 76

In structured scoring, Territory emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Land Cruiser 76 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Territory performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Land Cruiser 76 scores 7 while Territory scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Land Cruiser 76 scores 20 and Territory scores 18. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Land Cruiser 76 scores 12 versus Territory scoring 16. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Land Cruiser 76 10 and Territory 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Land Cruiser 76 scoring 18 compared to Territory scoring 13, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Territory 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. Territory performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Territory the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Land Cruiser 76 and Territory in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Land Cruiser 76 scores 18 vs 13.

Efficiency: Land Cruiser 76 scores 7 vs 8.

Safety: Land Cruiser 76 scores 20 vs 18.

Practicality: Land Cruiser 76 scores 10 vs 13.

Ownership: Land Cruiser 76 scores 12 vs 16.

Final structured scoring gives Territory the advantage in this comparison.