The Toyota LandCruiser Prado 250 Series has much boxier, retro-inspired styling than its predecessor, though there’s one feature Australians are missing out on with the new-generation SUV. At its reveal the Japanese carmaker showed off a Prado 250 Series that features classic, round headlights, compared to the more modern-looking rectangular units. Other markets such as the US, UK, Europe, and Japan have Prado variants with these circular headlights.
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Browse now . In Australia, however, the entire launch lineup for the Prado 250 Series has the rectangular units. When asked about whether the round headlights will be introduced to the local lineup at some stage, senior product planner Harrison Schipke said Toyota Australia is taking on customer feedback.
“Of course, there has been positive feedback on the round headlamps,” said Mr Schipke. “This is a new-generation product, as we take on customer feedback, we can definitely leave the door open to a round headlamp as well.” “We don’t have any plan right now,” added Toyota Australia vice president sales and marketing Sean Hanley.
“But you know, we are a company that is nimble and adjusts to customer demands. “So if it’s there, we’ll certainly look at the opportunities.” For the first time, all Toyota LandCruiser Prado variants are based on the sam.
