According to updated data for the 2024 GCC market, the fuel consumption of the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser VXR V6 is 6.2 km/l in the city, 10.5 km/l on the highway, and 7.8 km/l in a combined cycle based on Special 95 fuel. This consumption is affected by local driving conditions like Dubai-Sharjah rush-hour traffic and prolonged use of air conditioning in high temperatures. Based on an average annual mileage of 25,000 km, the TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) can be calculated as follows:
| Estimated Cost (Annual) | In AED (Based on Special 95 at ~3.00 AED/l) |
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| Fuel Cost | 25,000 km / 7.8 km/l * 3.00 AED/l = ≈ 9,615 AED |
| Annual Depreciation (approx. 15% of a 400,000 AED new price) | ≈ 60,000 AED |
| Comprehensive Insurance (4-5% of vehicle value) | ≈ 18,000 AED |
| RTA Dubai registration & renewal | ≈ 850 AED |
| Routine Maintenance (major service every 10,000 km) | ≈ 5,000 AED |
- Fuel economy in city traffic: Can drop to around 6.2 km/l.
- Real-world combined figure: 7.5 to 8.5 km/l is common for most owners.
- Annual depreciation: The largest cost component, often exceeding fuel costs.
The actual cost per kilometer for the owner, including depreciation, is close to 3.7 AED/km. Maintaining correct tyre pressure as per RTA Dubai guidelines and using the recommended Special 95 fuel can improve the real-world economy by up to 5%. Professional mechanics in Dubai's Al Quoz area confirm that a clogged air filter in dusty conditions can reduce efficiency by another 10%. This data is derived from official vehicle specifications for the GCC region and user reports from major UAE platforms like DriveArabia.
