Toyota’s D-4D diesels earned their Aussie stripes for stout low-down shove, frugal drinking, and the kind of reliability that makes roadside assistance twiddle its thumbs.
They’re not indestructible, though: watch for worn injectors and leaking copper seats (the infamous “black death”), rough cold starts, EGR/intake soot buildup, and tired suction control valves—neglect can snowball into oil pickup blockage and expensive noises.
Buyers should insist on proof of injector replacement/health checks, clean service history, and a calm cold start; a scan tool read of compensation values is worth its weight in diesel.
On the move they tow happily, cruise sensibly, and sip modestly when serviced on time.
Budget for fresh injectors at higher kms and a timing belt around 150,000 km, and they’ll repay you with long, unfussed miles.
Shopping for one? Have a look on Tradingpost and aim for the best-maintained example you can find.
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