Awaiting new 2027 Premium

[critical367]

Hi,

We just placed deposit on Landcruiser Premium package, expected to arrive in January. Excited to move into Toyota world. We live in the mountains and tow a 16' Airstream Caravel, which I think will be perfect with this car. If anyone has feedback or experience to share, that will be great. I would also like to know what accessories folks find worthwhile, especially for the roof rack (we will carry Delta 12.10 kayaks, maybe a bike up there, maybe use if for some extra camping gear/gas cans). I am also curious about feedback on 18 or 20" wheels (comes with latter). I lean toward 18" wheels with all terrain, winter (mountain snowflake logo) tires and might look at making that switch up front.

I will search the forum on these topics but appreciate any quick feedback or links to good threads.

Cheers,
Claudio

 

[MaddMatt]

Welcome! I waited 60 long days for my '27 Premium, and regret nothing. 4 months and almost 4k miles in and still love it as much as I did the day I got it!

My preference is also 18's with the 3peak rating - ended up with the Nitto Terra Grappler G3's just this week.

Tows my boat great, probably about the same weight as your camper. A tiny bit of sag in the back, but not enough that I'm going to worry about it. Only issue towing for me is the horrible placement of the plugs. Looks more saggy than it drove or felt in this picture.

Roofrack I went with Gamiviti, but they are local to me, not to BC, although I know he's done several for Canadian folks, but they usually pick it up as part of a US road trip. No weight concerns now, next spring I'll likely add some Rotopaxs for extra fuel, although my full tank range is still around 300miles, so more or less the same as every other 4X4 I've ever had. I checked the windnoise with a free DB meter app on my phone with the stock rack and this one. Same DB's at 65mph (approx 70-72) but the source has moved forward so I tend to notice it more. Half the year this will have a ski box on the roof, so wind noise is not really an issue, and only noticeable because the whoel truck is so quiet.

The stock 12v battery has a reputation for being weak - I haven't had an issue but I also don't want to get stranded in sub-zero f days skiing, or while camping, so I put the Ancel BS200 in for some cheap insurance. Not sure if I needed it, but better safe than sorry.

Congrats on the soon to be new ride!

 

[ultane]

Welcome to the asylum @critical367.

I recommend using the search function. There’s lots of opinions, on everything. I use Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascents. From what I can tell, they only cost me one MPG.

@Marcorian 421 has a great spreadsheet with tire info.

 

[critical367]

Welcome! I waited 60 long days for my '27 Premium, and regret nothing. 4 months and almost 4k miles in and still love it as much as I did the day I got it!

My preference is also 18's with the 3peak rating - ended up with the Nitto Terra Grappler G3's just this week.

Tows my boat great, probably about the same weight as your camper. A tiny bit of sag in the back, but not enough that I'm going to worry about it. Only issue towing for me is the horrible placement of the plugs. Looks more saggy than it drove or felt in this picture.
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Roofrack I went with Gamiviti, but they are local to me, not to BC, although I know he's done several for Canadian folks, but they usually pick it up as part of a US road trip. No weight concerns now, next spring I'll likely add some Rotopaxs for extra fuel, although my full tank range is still around 300miles, so more or less the same as every other 4X4 I've ever had. I checked the windnoise with a free DB meter app on my phone with the stock rack and this one. Same DB's at 65mph (approx 70-72) but the source has moved forward so I tend to notice it more. Half the year this will have a ski box on the roof, so wind noise is not really an issue, and only noticeable because the whoel truck is so quiet.

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The stock 12v battery has a reputation for being weak - I haven't had an issue but I also don't want to get stranded in sub-zero f days skiing, or while camping, so I put the Ancel BS200 in for some cheap insurance. Not sure if I needed it, but better safe than sorry.

Congrats on the soon to be new ride!

Thanks for that info. Love the colour of yours; it wasn't one of our options and we are getting the Sugar Brown Metallic.

My trailer is 4000 pounds max loaded so should be fine. I have a weight distribution setup from previous vehicle (Subaru Ascent) although I was not using it. I plan to check axle weights and then decide on pulling it out; the body on frame of the Landcruiser makes it more appropriate. I will need to review the battery issue; the Subaru has a major flaw in that leaving the lift gate open kills the battery, so I have a small booster battery in my tool kit.