After a brief absence that led many to believe the Land Cruiser’s days in the U.S. market were over, Toyota’s iconic off-roader made a comeback last year, with a refreshed purpose. Now powered by a four-cylinder hybrid engine producing a combined 326 horsepower, the new Land Cruiser shares its foundation with the Lexus GX and has been slightly downsized, notably losing its third row of seating. With modern updates both inside and out, including the latest Toyota infotainment technology and numerous driver-assistance features, the Land Cruiser retains its serious four-wheel-drive capability and pays homage to its heritage, including the base model’s signature round headlights.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price for the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser starts at $58,150 and can go up to $62,920, depending on the trim and options selected.
- Land Cruiser 1958: $58,150
- Land Cruiser: $62,920
While the base 1958 model’s classic round headlights are appealing, the Land Cruiser trim is a better choice for those seeking more comfort and features. This trim adds ventilated front seats, a 10-speaker stereo system, a 12.3-inch infotainment display, and wider all-terrain tires, among other upgrades.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
This generation of the Land Cruiser has been fully modernized and downsized, now equipped with a hybrid powertrain instead of the traditional naturally aspirated V-8 engine. It uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors to produce a total of 326 horsepower. This powertrain is similar to the one found in the Toyota Tacoma. All Land Cruiser models come with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel-drive system, which includes a locking center differential, low-range gearing, crawl-control, and hill-descent control.
0–60 MPH Times
In our testing, the Land Cruiser First Edition accelerated to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds, which is slower than the V-6-powered Lexus GX550, which reached 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The Land Cruiser has an EPA-rated fuel economy of 23 mpg combined, with 22 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. These figures are significantly improved over the previous generation’s V-8 model. In our real-world 75-mph highway fuel-economy test, the Land Cruiser First Edition achieved 21 mpg, which was lower than the EPA rating.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Unlike the previous generation, the new Land Cruiser is a two-row, five-seat SUV. Toyota has downsized the Land Cruiser’s body, positioning it as a competitor to mid-size rivals. Despite the base 1958 trim lacking many of the higher trims’ luxurious features, it still provides comfort with heated seats, a heated steering wheel, and a six-speaker stereo. The upgraded Land Cruiser trim offers more luxurious touches, including ventilated seats, a 10-speaker stereo, and optional leather upholstery.
Infotainment and Connectivity
All Land Cruiser models are equipped with Toyota’s excellent infotainment system, which includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, the base 1958 trim is equipped with a relatively small 8.0-inch display, while the top trim features a much larger 12.3-inch touchscreen. Standard features also include USB-C charging ports and a wireless smartphone charging pad.
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