130k done, 3 laps of Oz and plenty of other trips, on road, off road, often towing 22ft van. Not missed a beat and very comfortable. Built to last and the diesel is super...ignore the rattle when cold...cruises beautifully. Top buy. This is the model to buy if you are after a good second-hand Prado. Was going to trade on the new2.8L diesel but reviews have put me off, particularly towing aspects. So I'll keep this one for another 100k.

What an awesome all round suv. Have 214000k's on it now with no major problems. Parts have come down big time from Toyota,service my self every 10000. Cheap to service and run. Aircon ice cold. I need to put a lift kit in it as the tank sits a bit low. Awesome on the sand went around a Pajero bogged in the sand without any wheel spin. Wouldn't buy the current model prado as everyone I know that owns one said they should have kept this model.

Only had it for a month, but I'm initially very impressed all-round by this great 4x4 from Toyota. The 120 series (V6 & diesel) have a great build reputation which pulled me from the Pajero or even Territory, and the VX adds a few luxury items without going overboard.
Sure its gonna chew more fuel than I would like for daily drives (averaging 15.8L/100 around town so far), but thats expected from such a big car.
The beige interior is growing on me, I was worried at first, but it keeps clean like any other colour really
I'll update more later once I've got more running costs and kms under the belt.

Bought a 2002 Prado in 2007, had 77,000 Km on it, now done 245,000 Km, I have towed caravans, car trailers with cars on them, it handles it all without a problem. The comfort is excellent and I hope to still be driving it for a long time. Like the old saying "When you're on a good thing, stick to it."

My 05 Prado GXL petrol is so reliable that it becomes boring. After 56,000km (yes I drive little) nothing happened, engine-wise, chassis wise. No rattle outside or inside, nothing comes loose, nothing broken,the wiper rubber still work perfectly, no streaking noise. Apart from the regular service, and recently the grinding of the rotors and wheel alignment, it is hardly a repair worth to mention. In summary, the best car I have owned in terms of reliability. My 1994 Falcon ED was the worst then the Mazda 929 MY 1990 among my 22 cars owned and drove in 30 years.
Superbly built, top rate in reliability, versatile and great off road capability
Rear gate is heavy with spare wheel, bad when open on camber.

Nowhere in the service manual does it say to replace the gloe plugs. At 179,000km five milimetres of number four glow plug broke off and enbedded in the top of the piston. Everytime the piston came up the end of the plug hit the cylinder head. This sounded like an old fashion "big end knock." On pulling the engine completely apart, the broken plug was found.New piston, all new rings,bearings & gaskets & $8,123 later. Change glow plugs every 100,000km.Bob Davey.0432389139
great car
Poor backup from Toyota

Got a 2009 kakadu diesel (2 weeks ago) - first impressions - not a sports car (knew that)...luxury features, bit slow/ cumbersome off the mark in suburban traffic but once up and running fine.. cruising excellent, view of road excellent, feels solid and safe esp in poor conditions..comfort, room and fuel economy/ range excellent.Plans are touring and some off-road combined with comfort ...couldn't afford/ justify price new..but second hand price, with anticipated RELIABILITY

this is the 6th year I have had this car it has towed a caravan all over Australia it has now 21000klm on clock and has never let me down ever it is without a doubt the best vehicle I have ever owned but I don't like the new model it only has a 87 litre tank mine has 180 litre can get a long way without refuiling to date great car.

I bought my 2004 GXL Prado when it was 3 years old with 70 000ks on the clock. I absolutely love my car and honestly cannot fault it. I clock up a lot of kms every month and until recently (a minor event...broken fan belt) it has never let me down. I have towed a fully laden camper trailer to all corners of the country: long highways, rugged terrain etc etc ... absolutely no problems. The clock now reads 311 000kms and the car drives as beautifully as ever! It is easy to drive, so smooth on the road, no road noise and super comfortable.
When and if I can bear to part with it (and it would have to be a good reason!) I will look no further than another Prado.
super reliable, tough but smooth and comfy
nothing!!!!

I have owned this car for 10 years,no problems,very well built,capable off road,lots of room,petrol version is a bit thirsty 13-16 litres per 100klm and front brakes wear quick in city driving and brake shudder has been a problem but overall has been a great car,can't really complain, would recommend this car to a large family.
Lots of room,rear seats come out easily,easy to park for a large 4x4, reliable!!
Petrol a bit thirsty,expensive to buy you get what you pay for....

I have a 2005 model with 140000 kms on it and I loved it until I have discovered that the rear door is now faulty. The welding on the inner door near the hinges has started to split . cannot claim on insurance and am still waiting to here if Toyota will replace. Be sure and check the rear doors when purchasing a pardo

I went from 4 B M W 's (the last being the E61 530d) to the Prado. It is smoother, less road noise, better gear changing on the auto, just simply amazing. Just wish that I could afford a newer one. Fuel economy is just as good as any other car as long as you drive it in a sensible fashion.
Everything
no WOW factor on interior, but hey its not bad at all

I have the 3.4 GXL 2002 model. I reckon it is a fantastic car - great size, can go anywhere and doesn't cost the earth in fuel. Having 8 seats is really handy. Really reliable and everything seems to be over-engineered so it lasts. Is great off road - I have towed a fully laiden camper trailer on soft sand and it goes off like a zirtec! Love the long range fuel tanks. Air conditioning is excellent.
reliability, quality
interior is a bit dated

Very nice car. Ideal for family, short or long trips, bushes, what not.... Mine is 2004 Grande model, Love it. easy to handle. good on fuel for such a big car. Have not had any problems yet. I would never want to go and buy anything else but Toyota, have been using their cars for a while and totally satisfied.
Comfort
will tell you after 5 years