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“reduced mpg”

★★★★☆

written by 150Nolan on 22/10/2015

can anyone help with, i have a toyota landcruiser amazon 2001 4.2tdi auto, was doing 22 mpg and suddenly gone down to 14.5mpg. runs as sweet as a nut everything seems ok recent service , no leaks or splits in any pipes, pulls fine, starts well just can't work it out

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“Loss of Power”

★★★★☆

written by piphardy on 03/04/2013

Can somebody please help. My Land Cruiser is 10 years old and I love it. A problem I have at the moment is , I can be driving along and suddenly the engine management light appears and I lose power to the poiny where my car will only travel at around 20mph with very little revs. I stop, turn the ignition key off, turn the ignition key on and the management light goes off and I am back to full power, If anyone has experienced this I would be glad to hear from you. Thank you.

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Jedstacky's Response to piphardy's Review

Written on: 19/07/2013

hi same problem, local garage says turbo carbond up cleaned it much better but not perfect recomend giving it more wellie. !turbo not responding when needed basicly

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Peteryap's Response to piphardy's Review

Written on: 16/03/2014

Please check your valve sensor. Once change, it goes back to the iriginal power instead of 30% of the original power. The ither thing is, at lost if power, dud you slowly increase the throttle to move faster and suddenly drops back to 20mph? If this is the case, most likely it'll be from the valve sensor.

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“My current Amazon is My second Amazon which has...”

★★★★★

written by on 10/01/2011

My current Amazon is My second Amazon which has covered 117000 basically trouble free miles. The only issues I have had have been withe air conditioning system which has been irritating also expensive to fix.it may not be as fashionable as a Range Rover, but the vehicle is ultra reliable with a classic statesman like look.I can,y think of anything I don't like about the vehicle.it tows my large caravan fully loaded with ease.I would recommend this vehicle to any potential purchaser as the best in it's class by far,it will never let you down, whatever the weather can throw at it. The best 4x4 by far. I have also owned 2 range Rovers and 2 Discoveries neither are a patch on the Amazon.The Local Dealer service is also excellent, they actually care and make sure you are satisfied with the product

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“We run three toyota Amazon 4.2td pulling Horse...”

★★★★★

written by on 08/12/2010

We run three toyota Amazon 4.2td pulling Horse Ambulances all over the country each doing 30--70 thousand miles a year all towing. Yes they will wear parts out but our lowest mileage one has 224000 . they are extreamly
reliable very low depreciation and safe when fully loaded. wouldn't consider other makes now.

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“Massive, fairly economical (4,2 TD), secure family...”

★★★★★

written by on 20/12/2009

Massive, fairly economical (4,2 TD), secure family wagon. "Impossible" to get stuck. Perfect during Norwegian winters. Very reliable (except Torque Converter until mid 2001). I think it's the best car I've owned (amongst about 50 cars). Comfortable to drive, safe in a collision, perfect view also for kids. Highly recommended.

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“this is the third landcrusier i have owned two 80...”

★★★★★

written by on 09/11/2009

this is the third landcrusier i have owned two 80 series and now the amason wood have nothing else the best 4x4 by far

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“The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD is one of the...”

★★★★★

written by AfricaCalling on 28/09/2009

The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD is one of the finest 4x4's one could ever purchase!
One only has to look in countries like the Far East and most of all in Africa. The owners in these countries are very hard on their vehicles driving them anywhere with out a second thought, even to a point as using them to plough their farm field in places in Africa. They are not the best at keeping them regularly serviced and clean, but they never seem to give up, just keep going. They out preform the majority of the 4x4's on the market today!

I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a trust worthy 4x4, weather to take them overland in Africa or just as a family vehicle. You will be very proud as you pass the other 4x4's stuck or broken down in the African heat whilst in the coolness of the Toyota Land Cruiser!

So, don't waste your time and money in the others on the market, do yourself a favour and buy a TOYOTA LAND CRUISER AMAZON today!

Toyota are very proud of their vehicles and are always very reasonable in their servicing! Parts can be pricey, but as long as you don't keep wrecking your vehicle, you wouldn't have to worry as they don't make a habit of braking down all the time!
Fuel....well this all depends on you and how you drive! heavy foot equals heavy fuel consumption! On average I get 28/gallon down to 26/gallon towing.

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“I bought a toyota land cruiser amazon 1999 five years...”

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written by on 22/07/2009

I bought a toyota land cruiser amazon 1999 five years ago I use it hard for work every day it now has 120K no problems. Its so good I have bought another a 2006 model and am keeping it for the good car in the mean time.

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“The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD is best car in...”

★★★★★

written by on 30/05/2009

The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD is best car in the world but not the english spec but the Japanese spec is best.

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“Toyota extended guarantee is not clear as they make a...”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Physopto on 18/03/2008

Toyota extended guarantee is not clear as they make a big claim that you will have no worries once bought as states that it is as good as the original guarantee. They also argued about repairs done under it in the first year of their guarantee paid for under the Toyota Approved Used Car scheme:Complete peace of mind 12 months Toyota Warranty RAC Roadside Assistance for one year Pre-delivery check Mileage Guarantee* 30 day exchange plan Extended Warranty Claims: A Toyota warranty is an extension of the original warranty on your new or used vehicle. If a part covered by the warranty suffers a failure, we'll fix it. It's as simple as that: nothing to pay for replacement parts or labour, just routine servicing and maintenance costs. Rubbish!

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“The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon just keeps on going -...”

★★★★★

written by on 02/02/2008

The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon just keeps on going - first one got to 200K miles before I changed it for another now ay 110K miles without and breakdowns or failures. Miles better than the Range Rover we used to have. Best truck I've owned.

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“I am on my 3rd Landcruiser. The last one was a 1990...”

★★★★★

written by Hopkirk on 30/01/2008

I am on my 3rd Landcruiser. The last one was a 1990 model VX which I had from new. It was 17yrs and had done 180000 mls. My recent one is a 2003 Amazon with a manual box.
I do a lot of towing so I want a vehicle which is up to its job. I would not recomend this vehicle as a family car replacement but if your requirements are for a 4X4 then this is the car for you.
My Amazon has a common rail diesel engine fitted and does around 25mpg.
Would I buy another one? - yes providing I am still arouind in another 17yrs!

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“Fantastic and the best car ever.”

★★★★★

written by on 01/01/2008

Fantastic and the best car ever.

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“My current Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD has now...”

★★★★★

written by on 27/12/2007

My current Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD has now covered 125.000 miles with absolutely no problems whatsoever. Standing outside the Ritz or in the middle of my fields this go anywhere, car looks the part. I'm on my third amazon. Would not buy anything else.

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“The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon is exceptionally...”

★★★★★

written by Philip Caterer on 24/05/2006

The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon is exceptionally spacious and comfortable but even the 2006 model looks dated alongside a Range Rover, Discovery 3, Merc ML, or most other modern 4x4's to be honest. Where it leaves the competition standing is in reliability and durability. Treat other 4x4's hard, perhaps with the exclusion of Nissan, and they will break. The Amazon won't.

To me, the most attractive 7-seat alternative is the Discovery 3 HSE which has been brilliantly thought out and has a mouth watering specification. I am very tempted. But read the What Car? user reviews and about 35% of owners report faults - some minor, some involving replacement vehicles. That may be new model teething problems but scary all the same.

In the outback of Australia, Toyota is the 4x4 of choice because they don't want a vehicle that breaks down in the middle of nowhere.

I said to my children, shall we sell the Amazon and get this fast and fantastic sounding Porsche Cayenne S and astonishingly, they (aged 8, 13, 15) all said "No, why don't you just buy another Amazon. We like this car". I have since taken them in the latest Merc ML and they still prefer the Amazon.

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396862_John Cheetham's Response to Philip Caterer's Review

Written on: 31/08/2008

My Toyota Landcruiser Amazon is now 7 years old. It is the special edition and its an amazing car. The model was a bit infront of itself with Sat Nav and full specs touch screen controls.<br/>I have a new Range Rover Vogue Supercharged also, a wonderful car but have to use the Amazon more because of the size for my work.<br/>Will be looking forward to the new version due this year.

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Bigboy808's Response to Philip Caterer's Review

Written on: 22/04/2010

If you buy a Landrover alternative you had better plan for breakdowns. Make sure that you service it on time and be firm when you claim under warranty. My last 2 discoverys needed: 1 engine, 2 gearboxes, 1 diff, 1 rear door (rust)1 turbocharger, 1 water pump, front doors painted twice. I now drive a Toyota product and apart from servicing I have purchased 1 brake light bulb in 5 years. I agree that Landrover design fabulously practical and well thought out vehicles, now if they could get Toyota to build them.............

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“The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD 4x4 copes well...”

★★★★★

written by theory900 on 23/02/2005

The Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD 4x4 copes well with anything you throw at it. Surprisingly sprightly considering its bulk. Engine noisy and auto 'box doesn't change particularly smoothly under hard acceleration.
I had a Mitsubishi Shogun (Pajero) previously and the Toyota is in a different league.

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“I use this Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD 4x4 for...”

★★★★☆

written by Keith Simpson on 29/12/2004

I use this Toyota Land Cruiser Amazon 4.2 TD 4x4 for every day use, as well as a tug for our twin axle caravan. We have had many large 4x4's over the last 10 years for towing, but my Amazon is the best by far. Our first Amazon covered 196000 without any problems at all. Great engines but change the oil every 4000 miles.

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“Well were do I begin. I have the 50th Anniversary VX...”

★★★★★

written by Mick. on 22/07/2003

Well were do I begin. I have the 50th Anniversary VX Toyota Land Cruiser. I brought it just on two years ago. It has the Sat Nav which is nice and big screen and a very pretty voice that tells you were to go. I have a reverse bleep on it that is a must for this big brute when you are backing back near walls. Cruise control heater and cool control all touch screen so you don't need to fiddle with buttons. I would say to any one that this may bee expensive to pay, not the most expensive one on the market Range Rover is dearer but this is reliable then any other on the market.

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Physopto's Response to 117877_Mick.'s Review

Written on: 18/03/2008

I disagree with this review because... I have had bad experiences with Toyota.

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“I reviewed this jeep earlier in the year when i had...”

★★★★★

written by CHIZZER. on 09/05/2003

I reviewed this jeep earlier in the year when i had just purchased one and was extremely happy with it. I have since been to Europe in it and had a fantastic time in it. It really made the holiday. I have also test drove the latest range rover and am glad to say i own an amazon! i think toyota have to be commended for their success in putting a new top class jeep ahead of the pack. well done!

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“THIS VEHICLE COMBINES RELIABILITY, COMFORT, SAFETY AND...”

★★★★★

written by CHIZZER. on 22/02/2003

THIS VEHICLE COMBINES RELIABILITY, COMFORT, SAFETY AND POWER TO GIVE YOU A WORK HORSE OR A LUXURY CAR.

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