Lexus GX vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado wins on money kept: 77% retained after three years vs 59%, worth about R 38 539 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| GX | Land Cruiser Prado | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 1 856 600 | R 1 369 200 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 32 450/m | R 23 931/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 79% | 89% |
| Retained after 3 years | 59% | 77% |
| Value after 3 years | R 1 097 618 | R 1 059 079 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 758 982 | R 310 121 |
| Value after 5 years | R 802 358 | R 900 140 |
| Our tier | Premium (established) | Legendary retainer |
Lexus GX →
The third-generation GX is the first to be sold in South Africa, arriving in April 2025 with a twin-turbo V6 and Land Cruiser Prado underpinnings. The Overtrail grade in particular found immediate demand and the GX quickly became one of Lexus SA's strongest sellers. Its Toyota ladder-frame bones give it firmer residuals than typical luxury SUVs.
Known for: prado-based luxury off-roader
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado →
The Prado has been the more liveable Land Cruiser since the late 1990s, mixing genuine off-road ability with family SUV comfort. The current 250 Series arrived in 2024 with retro styling and long waiting lists. Depreciation is unusually gentle, with used Prados of every generation in steady demand.
Known for: land cruiser toughness in a family wagon
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Lexus GX or the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado?
The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. It keeps about 77% of its price after three years against 59% for the Lexus GX, a gap of 18 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Lexus GX loses about R 758 982 over three years and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado loses about R 310 121. Fuel, insurance and servicing can narrow or widen that, but the depreciation gap is the number to start from.
What do they cost per month?
On typical finance (10% deposit, 72 months, 11.75%), the Lexus GX runs about R 32 450 per month and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado about R 23 931, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.