2004 Toyota Land Cruiser

An optional rearview camera is the sole 2004 change for this aged Japanese-built SUV. Land Cruiser is somewhat smaller but much costlier than Toyotas American-made Sequoia. The Lexus LX 470 is a more luxurious version of the Land Cruiser. A V8 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive with low-range gearing are standard. So are ABS, antiskid/traction control, power tilt/telescopic steering column, and 3-row seating for eight. Front torso side airbags are optional, but include head-protecting curtain side airbags for the 1st- and 2nd-row occupants. Also optional are 18-inch wheels (vs. standard 17s), rear DVD entertainment, and a navigation system that shows DVDs on its in-dash screen with the transmission in Park; a CD changer is included. The new video camera, also included with the navigation system, displays a rear view on the navigation screen when Reverse is selected.