{
  "id": 13648613,
  "title": "We road test Toyota’s potent Land Cruiser 300 GR-S HEV",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/we-road-test-toyotas-potent-land-cruiser-300-gr-s-hev",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T05:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/we-road-test-toyotas-potent-land-cruiser-300-gr-s-hev/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Toyota's Land Cruiser 300 GR-S HEV has been tested to showcase the benefits of its hybrid electrical system. The hybrid variant offers improved fuel efficiency compared to its non-hybrid counterpart, making it a more attractive option for consumers concerned about rising fuel costs. Despite being heavier by 130kg, the GR-S HEV maintains its full-size SUV capabilities and retains the GR-S's 4-wheel drive and all-terrain tires. In terms of performance, the LC 300 GR-S HEV is fractionally slower than the GR-S in various sprint tests, but the difference is minimal and unlikely to be noticed in everyday driving. The most significant advantage of the LC 300 GR-S HEV is its fuel savings, with a weekly range increase of 102km from the smaller 100-litre tank. This improvement comes at a slightly higher price point, but the overall commitment to electrified performance makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a balance between traditional capability and modern technology.",
  "summary": "On paper, this is the most powerful Toyota Land Cruiser yet, but does this mean that it will produce the expected results out on the road?",
  "key_points": [
    "Toyota's Land Cruiser 300 GR-S HEV tested for hybrid benefits",
    "Hybrid variant offers improved fuel efficiency over non-hybrid",
    "LC 300 GR-S HEV saves 102km weekly with larger 100-litre tank"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}