Toyota Land Cruiser, 1955–1960

Toyota Land Cruiser J20 specifications

The Toyota Land Cruiser J20 was built from 1955 to 1960. This page lists all 3 versions (crossover) with 84–123 hp and 216–295 Nm of torque.

84–123 hp
Power (63–92 kW)
216–295 Nm
Torque (159–218 lb-ft)
100 km/h
Highest top speed (62 mph)
3,838 mm
Length (151 in)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Toyota Land Cruiser J20.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
3.4 MT AWD SUV 2-doors3.4 litre gasoline84 hp 63 kW216 Nm—90 km/hManual, 4-speedAll wheel drive
3.9 MT AWD SUV 2-doors3.9 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW265 Nm—100 km/hManual, 4-speedAll wheel drive
3.9 MT AWD SUV 2-doors3.9 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW295 Nm—100 km/hManual, 4-speedAll wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the J20, crossover.
Length3,838 mm151 in
Width1,665 mm66 in
Height1,850 mm73 in
Wheelbase2,285 mm90 in
Ground clearance210 mm8 in
Kerb weight1,425 kg3,142 lb
Seats4
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank57 litres15 US gal

Questions about the Toyota Land Cruiser J20

What is the most powerful Toyota Land Cruiser J20?

The 3.9 MT AWD suv 2-doors, with 123 hp (92 kW) and 295 Nm of torque.

What engines does the Toyota Land Cruiser J20 have?

Engines from 3.4 to 3.9 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Toyota Land Cruiser J20?

About 3,838 mm long, 1,665 mm wide and 1,850 mm tall (151 in long), weighing 1,425 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Toyota Land Cruiser generation

  1. BJ 1951–1954
  2. J20 1955–1960
  3. 40 Series 1960–1984
  4. J40/J50 1960–1984
  5. 60 Series 1980–1990
  6. J60 1980–1987
  7. 70 Series 1984–2007
  8. J70 1984–2024
  9. J60, facelift 1987–1990
  10. 80 Series 1989–1994
  11. J80 1989–1997
  12. J70, facelift 1990–1999
  13. 80 Series, facelift 1995–1997
  14. 100 Series 1998–2002
  15. J100 1998–2002
  16. J70, second facelift 1999–2007
  17. 100 Series, facelift 2002–2005
  18. J100, facelift 2003–2005
  19. 100 Series, second facelift 2005–2007
  20. J100, second facelift 2005–2007
  21. 200 Series 2007–2012
  22. 70 Series, facelift 2007–2023
  23. J200 2007–2012
  24. J70, third facelift 2007–2020
  25. J200, facelift 2011–2015
  26. 200 Series, facelift 2012–2015
  27. 200 Series, second facelift 2015–2021
  28. J200, second facelift 2015–2020
  29. 300 Series 2021–present
  30. 70 Series, second facelift 2023–present

Toyota Land Cruiser overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.