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Toyota (NYSE: TM, 7203T) said today that the 2027 model-year Land Cruiser revealed last fall will have a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $57,880. [excludes $1450 Dealer Processing and Handling Fee, which can vary – AutoCrat] when it finally arrives at dealerships this spring. Land Cruiser is offered in two grades the retro-look Land Cruiser 1958 and Land Cruiser.*
“Both Land Cruisers are equipped exclusively by the turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain and a full-time four-wheel drive system. This performance hybrid powertrain is rated by Toyota at 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque,” Toyota said.
The i-FORCE MAX system pairs a turbocharged engine with an electric motor positioned in the bell housing between the engine and the 8-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain has an EPA-estimated 23 MPG combined fuel economy rating.
Off-Road Claims
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“Land Cruiser’s off-road credentials remain a part of its identity, rooted in a long-standing go-anywhere legacy. That capability is reinforced with standard center and rear locking differentials across both trims. An electronically locking rear differential helps distribute power evenly to the rear wheels to improve traction and reduce wheel spin in demanding conditions.
“For added confidence on uneven terrain, the available front Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism (SDM) increases suspension articulation at the push of a button, helping the front tires maintain contact with the ground. Multi-Terrain Select is operable in both 4WD High and 4WD Low and provides terrain-specific modes for Mud, Dirt and Sand.
“Standard CRAWL Control functions as a low-speed off-road cruise control with five selectable speeds, and Downhill Assist Control helps regulate speed on steep descents. Additional traction technologies include Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and an automatic limited-slip differential (Auto LSD).
“On more technical trails, the available Multi-Terrain Monitor (MTM), part of the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system, uses multiple cameras to display the area around the vehicle on the touchscreen, helping drivers spot obstacles that may be out of view,” Toyota said in a release.
Global Truck Architecture
The 2027 Land Cruiser rides on Toyota’s TNGA-F global truck platform, shared with Tundra, Sequoia, Tacoma and 4Runner.* Claimed advanced manufacturing techniques include laser blank welding to help reduce weight, where possible, while strengthening key areas for added rigidity. The result is a high-strength, boxed frame engineered for demanding terrain. Paired with the i-FORCE MAX powertrain, the Land Cruiser offers a maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds.
Inside
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Optional power front seats with heating and ventilation, along with reclining rear seats, help keep occupants comfortable on longer drives. An 8-inch multimedia touchscreen is standard and a 12.3-inch touchscreen is optional. Both have Toyota Audio Multimedia, developed by Toyota’s Texas-based Connected Technologies team. The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and an optional 14-speaker JBL® premium audio system. Optional items include Qi® wireless charging with enhanced power output, multiple USB-C ports, and a 2400-watt AC inverter in the cargo area. An optional 12.3-inch color digital gauge cluster adds customizable layouts and widgets.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Standard
Both 2027 Land Cruiser models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 active safety and convenience systems. This includes:
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection.
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist.
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
- Lane Tracing Assist.
- Road Sign Assist.
- Automatic High Beams.
- Proactive Driving Assist.
Including the addition of Proactive Driving Assist, Safety Sense 3.0 includes:
- The Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection in addition to pedestrian and bicyclist detection, this system now includes the capability to detect a motorcyclist.
- Lane Departure Alert provides Steering Assist as well as lane recognition that includes detection of certain 3D objects, like guardrails, that may be used to help define the lane.
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control will have Full-Speed Range capability and adds a fourth following distance setting, from the previously available three. Vehicle detection allows for the ability to detect more than one preceding vehicle, as well as vehicles in adjacent lanes. This helps the system to provide smoother, more natural speed adjustments, especially when the driver changes lanes.
- Lane Tracing Assist requires Dynamic Radar Cruise Control to be enabled for it to function. The system requires detectable lane markings in order to function. In addition to lane centering, this system also helps provide more space between vehicles being passed in adjacent lanes. It works by offsetting the vehicles’ driving path with minor steering adjustments while keeping the vehicle within its lane.
- An Emergency Driving Stop System is a new function of Lane Tracing Assist. It’s designed to monitor the driver’s inputs, such as steering operation, to determine if they’re inattentive or non-responsive, such as during a medical emergency. This feature is designed to bring the vehicle to a stop if the driver doesn’t respond to alerts to take control.
- Road Sign Assist is designed to detect speed limit signs, stop signs, Do Not Enter signs, yield signs, and certain warning signs, and display an icon of the sign on the Multi-Information Display (MID).
In addition to TSS 3.0, there are other options, such as Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), which is designed to help detect and warn you of vehicles approaching or positioned in the adjacent lanes, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) for added peace of mind by helping to detect vehicles approaching from either side while backing out and alerting you with a visual and audible warning. Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) also comes standard. The 2027 Land Cruiser includes 5-year Connected Services trials for Safety Connect, Service Connect*, and Remote Connect* and a 30 day/3 GB Wi-Fi Connect* trial, with additional services available depending on grade, such as Drive Connect, which is 4G network dependent.
Limited Warranty
A 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty covers all components except normal wear and maintenance. Powertrain coverage extends to 60 months/60,000 miles, with corrosion protection for 60 months unlimited miles. Hybrid components are covered for 8 years/100,000 miles, and the hybrid battery for 10 years/150,000 miles, both transferable. ToyotaCare includes one year or 10,000 miles of scheduled maintenance and two years of unlimited mileage roadside assistance.
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About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
First Look – 2027 Model Year Toyota Land Cruiser
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Toyota (NYSE: TM, 7203T) said today that the 2027 model-year Land Cruiser revealed last fall will have a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $57,880. [excludes $1450 Dealer Processing and Handling Fee, which can vary – AutoCrat] when it finally arrives at dealerships this spring. Land Cruiser is offered in two grades the retro-look Land Cruiser 1958 and Land Cruiser.*
“Both Land Cruisers are equipped exclusively by the turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain and a full-time four-wheel drive system. This performance hybrid powertrain is rated by Toyota at 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque,” Toyota said.
The i-FORCE MAX system pairs a turbocharged engine with an electric motor positioned in the bell housing between the engine and the 8-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain has an EPA-estimated 23 MPG combined fuel economy rating.
Off-Road Claims
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“Land Cruiser’s off-road credentials remain a part of its identity, rooted in a long-standing go-anywhere legacy. That capability is reinforced with standard center and rear locking differentials across both trims. An electronically locking rear differential helps distribute power evenly to the rear wheels to improve traction and reduce wheel spin in demanding conditions.
“For added confidence on uneven terrain, the available front Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism (SDM) increases suspension articulation at the push of a button, helping the front tires maintain contact with the ground. Multi-Terrain Select is operable in both 4WD High and 4WD Low and provides terrain-specific modes for Mud, Dirt and Sand.
“Standard CRAWL Control functions as a low-speed off-road cruise control with five selectable speeds, and Downhill Assist Control helps regulate speed on steep descents. Additional traction technologies include Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and an automatic limited-slip differential (Auto LSD).
“On more technical trails, the available Multi-Terrain Monitor (MTM), part of the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system, uses multiple cameras to display the area around the vehicle on the touchscreen, helping drivers spot obstacles that may be out of view,” Toyota said in a release.
Global Truck Architecture
The 2027 Land Cruiser rides on Toyota’s TNGA-F global truck platform, shared with Tundra, Sequoia, Tacoma and 4Runner.* Claimed advanced manufacturing techniques include laser blank welding to help reduce weight, where possible, while strengthening key areas for added rigidity. The result is a high-strength, boxed frame engineered for demanding terrain. Paired with the i-FORCE MAX powertrain, the Land Cruiser offers a maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds.
Inside
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Optional power front seats with heating and ventilation, along with reclining rear seats, help keep occupants comfortable on longer drives. An 8-inch multimedia touchscreen is standard and a 12.3-inch touchscreen is optional. Both have Toyota Audio Multimedia, developed by Toyota’s Texas-based Connected Technologies team. The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and an optional 14-speaker JBL® premium audio system. Optional items include Qi® wireless charging with enhanced power output, multiple USB-C ports, and a 2400-watt AC inverter in the cargo area. An optional 12.3-inch color digital gauge cluster adds customizable layouts and widgets.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Standard
Both 2027 Land Cruiser models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 active safety and convenience systems. This includes:
Including the addition of Proactive Driving Assist, Safety Sense 3.0 includes:
In addition to TSS 3.0, there are other options, such as Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), which is designed to help detect and warn you of vehicles approaching or positioned in the adjacent lanes, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) for added peace of mind by helping to detect vehicles approaching from either side while backing out and alerting you with a visual and audible warning. Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) also comes standard. The 2027 Land Cruiser includes 5-year Connected Services trials for Safety Connect, Service Connect*, and Remote Connect* and a 30 day/3 GB Wi-Fi Connect* trial, with additional services available depending on grade, such as Drive Connect, which is 4G network dependent.
Limited Warranty
A 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty covers all components except normal wear and maintenance. Powertrain coverage extends to 60 months/60,000 miles, with corrosion protection for 60 months unlimited miles. Hybrid components are covered for 8 years/100,000 miles, and the hybrid battery for 10 years/150,000 miles, both transferable. ToyotaCare includes one year or 10,000 miles of scheduled maintenance and two years of unlimited mileage roadside assistance.
*AutoInformed on
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.