Toyota has reopened orders for automatic LandCruiser 70 Series models, giving fleets renewed access to one of Australia’s most established heavy-duty 4×4 work vehicles.
The return includes the 76 Series wagon, 78 Series Troopcarrier and 79 Series pick-up body styles fitted with Toyota’s six-speed automatic transmission. Most notably, the 76 Series GXL Wagon automatic is again available to order after Toyota paused orders for some 70 Series variants in 2025 amid supply constraints.
For fleets operating in regional, remote and demanding off-road environments, the move restores access to a vehicle that remains a common choice for mining, utilities, agriculture, emergency services and field-based operations.
Toyota has also updated the 70 Series range with a 20-litre AdBlue tank, supporting compliance with Euro VI emissions regulations. The system uses selective catalytic reduction to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions from the 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine.
Power and torque outputs are unchanged, with the engine producing 150kW between 3000rpm and 3400rpm. Automatic variants continue to offer 500Nm from 1600rpm to 2800rpm.
The fitment of the AdBlue system has required some packaging changes. On 76 Series wagons, 78 Series Troopcarriers and 79 Series double-cab chassis models, the AdBlue filler is located above the front left fender. Single-cab chassis models have the filler positioned on the left side of the vehicle between the cab and rear wheels.
Toyota has also reduced the 78 Series Troopcarrier’s fuel capacity from 180 litres to 130 litres, bringing it into line with other 70 Series variants.
Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations John Pappas said the reopening of orders would help meet demand from customers that rely on the LandCruiser 70 Series in rural and regional Australia.
“After pausing orders for certain LandCruiser 70 Series in 2025 to manage customer expectations around vehicle supply challenges, we are excited to say that order books are now back open,” Mr Pappas said.
The return applies only to automatic variants for now. Toyota said manual versions of the 78 Series, 79 Series double-cab chassis and 76 Series GXL remain unavailable.
For fleet managers, the update means the LandCruiser 70 Series remains available as a proven conventional diesel option for applications where off-road capability, payload requirements, regional servicing support and long-distance operating conditions remain central to the vehicle decision.
