According to spy photos, it’s possible that the J200 platform could be updated.

The current-generation Toyota Land Cruiser is a long-standing model. The J200 was introduced for the 2008 model year. This is a highly competitive SUV market. The J200 has been updated over the years. Kolesa.ru created some renderings that show another update to this venerable people-mover.

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These renderings were based on spy images that have been recently taken. This could suggest another J200 update. The main changes to the facelift would be limited, with the principal changes being made to the front fascia. These renderings show a more squared-off Land Cruiser’s chin. The grille also has thinner crossbars. The fenders are embellished with small faux side vents. At the rear, the Land Cruiser gets a lower fascia that includes trapezoid exhaust outlets.

This Land Cruiser update could be limited to Far East markets, if it does happen. An all-new SUV version is expected to be released for the 2021 model year. Although it should keep the Land Cruiser’s classic body-on-frame design, rumors suggest that it will be powered by a twin-turbo engine V6. Although rumors about powertrain options are vague, a hybrid model could also be expected.

There is no set date for the new Land Cruiser’s debut. A Land Cruiser concept may be shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in Oct, which could give us an idea of the next-generation SUV. The production model could be unveiled in 2020, possibly a year later. Toyota would have a bit more time to make a special edition model that is based on the J200 platform. But it wouldn’t be much.