When did Toyota stop making 100 Series?
Toyota stopped producing the Land Cruiser 100 Series in 2007.
The 100 Series, known as the J100, ran from 1998 to 2007 in most markets, serving as the flagship SUV before Toyota transitioned to the next generation, the 200 Series. This article outlines the production window, the transition to the 200 Series, and regional timing details to provide a clear picture of when the 100 Series ended.
Production timeline of the 100 Series
Below is a concise timeline showing the duration of the 100 Series production and the key transition point to the 200 Series.
- 1998â2007: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series (J100) is produced and sold in most global markets.
- 2007: Introduction of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series (J200), signaling the end of the 100 Series production in many regions.
- 2008 onward: The 200 Series gradually replaces the 100 Series across markets, with regional rollout differences.
In summary, the 100 Series production ended in 2007 as Toyota shifted to the newer 200 Series, which became the standard Land Cruiser platform in the following years.
Transition to the 200 Series
The 200 Series represented a major update over the 100 Series, featuring updated engineering, safety, and off-road capability. Toyota introduced the 200 Series to modernize its flagship SUV and align with evolving market demands and emissions standards.
Regional variations and notes
Although the general timeline is consistent, some markets experienced different timing for the final 100 Series sales or the start of 200 Series availability. Always check local dealer documentation for precise model-year dates.
Model-year vs calendar-year timing
In practice, Toyota often structures model years in a way that means a 200 Series may appear in late 2007 in some markets and as a 2008 model year in others. The key takeaway is that the 100 Series was phased out in 2007 in most markets, with the 200 Series taking over in the subsequent model years.
Summary: The Land Cruiser 100 Series (J100) was produced from 1998 through 2007, with the 200 Series replacing it starting in 2007â2008 in most regions. This shift marked the end of the 100 Series era and the beginning of a more modern generation of Toyota's flagship SUV.
