For most people, the best 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser is the trim simply called Land Cruiser, at $64,255. For $6,075 more than the Land Cruiser 1958 you get a 12.3-inch screen, heated and ventilated seats, a power liftgate and better off-road tech, all things you use every day. If you do not need two locking differentials, a 2026 Toyota 4Runner hybrid uses the same engine for less money and runs on regular fuel. This guide covers the 2027 Land Cruiser, the model in our video.
Key takeaways
- The Land Cruiser trim at $64,255 is the best everyday 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser, adding 19 points of features for $6,075 over the 1958.
- Both trims share the 326 hp hybrid and 23 mpg on premium fuel, about $3,450 a year in fuel.
- Both have full-time four-wheel drive, two locking differentials and Crawl Control; the Land Cruiser trim adds Multi-Terrain Select and trail cameras.
- A 2026 4Runner hybrid uses the same engine, costs $2,555 to $4,690 less and runs on regular fuel.
- NHTSA gives four stars and the IIHS rates the updated moderate overlap test Marginal, so there is no award.
Side by side
| 2027 Land Cruiser 1958 | 2027 Land Cruiser | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $58,180 | $64,255 |
| Engine | 2.4L turbo hybrid, 326 hp, 465 lb-ft | Same |
| EPA combined mpg | 23 (premium fuel) | 23 (premium fuel) |
| Four-wheel drive | Full-time, standard | Full-time, standard |
| Touchscreen and speakers | 8 in, 6 speakers | 12.3 in, 10 speakers |
| Seats | Heated cloth, manual | Heated and ventilated, power driver's seat |
| Towing | 6,000 lb | 6,000 lb |
| Payload | 1,365 lb | 1,280 lb |
| Headlight rating (IIHS) | Good | Marginal |
Prices are 2027 MSRP from Toyota, checked in October 2026, without the $1,595 destination charge, taxes or dealer fees. With destination, the 1958 is $59,775 and the Land Cruiser $65,850.
The basics
For 2027 the Toyota Land Cruiser comes in just two trims. There is no First Edition this year, four-wheel drive is standard on both, and both seat five with no third row, so if you need seven seats this is not your SUV. The main extra is a Premium Package for the Land Cruiser trim, but Toyota does not publish its price online, so ask your dealer.
Engine and fuel
Both trims use Toyota's i-FORCE MAX hybrid, a 2.4-liter turbo with an electric motor, making 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. Torque is the shove you feel when you pull away, and it is what moves an SUV of over 5,000 pounds up a trail. The EPA rates it at 23 mpg combined on premium fuel, about $3,450 a year in fuel.
It is a hybrid built for torque, not mileage. A Toyota 4Runner with the same hybrid also gets 23 mpg, but the EPA rates it on regular fuel, at about $2,800 a year. Over five years, that is about $3,250 less ($14,000 against $17,250).
Off-road hardware in plain English
Every Land Cruiser has full-time four-wheel drive with low range and two locking differentials, one in the center and one in the rear. A locker makes the wheels turn together, so you keep moving when a wheel is in the air. Both trims also have Crawl Control, which works like cruise control at walking speed on a steep, rocky trail, plus a front skid plate and a full-size spare tire.
The Land Cruiser trim adds three things the 1958 lacks: Multi-Terrain Select, which tunes traction for sand, mud or rock, a stabilizer disconnect that lets the front wheels drop further on rough ground, and trail cameras that show what is around the tires. Ground clearance is 7.9 inches on both (Toyota's mechanical figure), less than you might expect and less than a 4Runner's, but the approach angle of about 30 degrees (31 on the Land Cruiser trim) beats the 4Runner's.
Size and practicality
The Land Cruiser is 196.4 inches long, just over 16 feet. Behind the back seat there are 46.2 cubic feet of cargo space, and 82.1 with the seat folded. Both trims tow 6,000 pounds. Payload is 1,365 pounds on the 1958 and 1,280 on the heavier Land Cruiser trim, which a family of four with a loaded roof box can approach.
Cabin
The 1958 has an 8-inch touchscreen with six speakers. The Land Cruiser trim has a 12.3-inch touchscreen, ten speakers and a 12.3-inch digital gauge display. Both have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, six USB ports and a 2,400-watt power inverter for camping gear. The 1958 has heated cloth seats you adjust by hand. The Land Cruiser trim has heated and ventilated seats in a leather-like material and a power driver's seat, plus a power liftgate and a wireless phone charger.
Safety, recalls and warranty
Every Land Cruiser has Toyota Safety Sense, with automatic emergency braking, lane centering and adaptive cruise control, plus blind-spot monitoring and parking sensors that can brake for you. NHTSA gives the 2027 Land Cruiser four stars overall, with three stars for rollover, and the 4Runner has the same scores.
The IIHS rates it Good in the small overlap and side tests but Marginal in the updated moderate overlap test, mainly for the rear passenger, so there is no award. One surprise: the 1958's round headlights are rated Good, but the Land Cruiser trim's are only Marginal. There were no recalls for the 2025 to 2027 Land Cruiser when we checked. Toyota covers the whole car for 3 years or 36,000 miles, the hybrid parts for 8 years or 100,000 miles and the hybrid battery for 10 years or 150,000 miles.
Land Cruiser 1958: $58,180
You get the round LED headlights, heated cloth seats, the 8-inch touchscreen and all the important hardware: full-time four-wheel drive, both lockers, low range and Crawl Control. What is missing at this price: a power liftgate, a wireless charger, power seats, ventilated seats and Multi-Terrain Select. Buy it for the look and the hardware if you can live without the comfort.
Land Cruiser: $64,255
The extra $6,075 gets you the 12.3-inch screens, heated and ventilated seats, a power driver's seat, a power liftgate, a wireless charger, roof rails and running boards, plus Multi-Terrain Select, the stabilizer disconnect and the trail cameras. Still missing: leather, a moonroof and the premium audio. This is the Land Cruiser we would buy.
Premium Package and options
The Land Cruiser trim offers a Premium Package with leather-trimmed seats, a power moonroof, a 14-speaker JBL sound system, a head-up display, a memory driver's seat and heated and ventilated rear seats. It also adds driver aids such as lane change assist and traffic jam assist. Toyota does not list the price online, so get it in writing. Both trims can add a high-mount air intake.
Toyota 4Runner hybrid: the big question
Should you just buy a Toyota 4Runner? We matched each Land Cruiser with the 2026 4Runner hybrid built for the same job, the TRD Off-Road for trails and the Limited for comfort. This guide uses the 2026 4Runner, the model on Toyota's site when we made the video in October 2026; Toyota has since posted the 2027 4Runner.
1958 vs 4Runner TRD Off-Road hybrid. The 4Runner costs $4,690 less ($53,490), uses the same engine and tows the same 6,000 pounds. It sits higher, at 9.1 inches, and adds Multi-Terrain Select, a wireless charger and a bigger digital gauge display. But it has part-time four-wheel drive, with a rear locker and no center differential, while full-time four-wheel drive can stay on all the time, on any road, which matters on a snowy commute. The 4Runner also runs on regular fuel, about $650 a year less.
Land Cruiser vs 4Runner Limited hybrid. The 4Runner costs $2,555 less ($61,700). It has full-time four-wheel drive too, and adds leather, a moonroof, a 14-inch screen and 14 speakers. It gives up the rear locker, Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, the trail cameras and the stabilizer disconnect. The Land Cruiser has about two more inches of rear legroom (36.7 against 34.8) and more cargo space behind the back seat (46.2 against 42.6 cubic feet).
If you will really use the trail hardware, the Land Cruiser earns its price. If you mostly drive on pavement, the 4Runner gives you more comfort for less. For another Toyota truck, see our Toyota Tacoma trims explained.
Our value score
We scored the two Land Cruisers and the 4Runner Limited against the 4Runner TRD Off-Road, our starting point. We give points for the features that differ, three for things you use every day, two for often and one for nice to have, then divide each one's points by how much more it costs than the 4Runner TRD Off-Road over five years, counting price, destination and EPA fuel cost. Our method is on the How we research page.
| Vehicle | 5-year cost | Value score |
|---|---|---|
| 4Runner TRD Off-Road hybrid | $69,085 | reference |
| 4Runner Limited hybrid | $77,295 | 100 |
| Land Cruiser 1958 | $77,025 | 30 |
| Land Cruiser | $83,100 | 63 |
The 1958 has fewer of these features than the 4Runner TRD Off-Road yet costs about $8,000 more over five years, partly because of premium fuel. Between the two Land Cruisers, though, the step up is easy: the Land Cruiser trim adds 19 points of features for $6,075.
Which one is right for you?
- The classic look and real hardware for the least money: Land Cruiser 1958.
- The best everyday Land Cruiser: Land Cruiser trim.
- Every luxury: Land Cruiser with the Premium Package.
- Same engine, serious trails, lower price: 4Runner TRD Off-Road hybrid.
- Mostly pavement and comfort: 4Runner Limited hybrid.
Before you sign, get the out-the-door price in writing, get the Premium Package price on paper and check the destination fee on the window sticker. Watch the full trims video above and see all our car comparisons.
Sources
All figures checked in October 2026.
- 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser prices, specs and features: toyota.com Land Cruiser and Land Cruiser specs
- 2026 Toyota 4Runner prices and specs: toyota.com 4Runner specs
- EPA fuel economy: Land Cruiser, 4Runner Hybrid and 4Runner Hybrid, second record (fueleconomy.gov)
- Crash tests and recalls: NHTSA · IIHS 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser
- Toyota destination charge: toyota.com starting MSRP disclaimer
Buy the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser trim at $64,255. The extra $6,075 over the 1958 buys features you use every day, such as the 12.3-inch screens and ventilated seats, plus better off-road tech. Choose the 1958 for the round headlights if you can live without the comfort, or a Toyota 4Runner hybrid if you do not need two lockers.
Common questions
Which Toyota Land Cruiser trim should I buy?
The trim simply called Land Cruiser at $64,255. It adds a 12.3-inch screen, heated and ventilated seats, a power liftgate, Multi-Terrain Select and trail cameras for $6,075 more than the 1958.
How many trims does the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
Two: the Land Cruiser 1958 at $58,180 and the Land Cruiser at $64,255. There is no First Edition this year, and four-wheel drive is standard on both.
What gas mileage does the Land Cruiser get?
The EPA rates it at 23 mpg combined on premium fuel, about $3,450 a year in fuel. A Toyota 4Runner hybrid also gets 23 mpg but on regular fuel, about $2,800 a year.
Does the Land Cruiser have a third row?
No. Every 2027 Land Cruiser seats five, with no third row on either trim.
Should I buy a Toyota 4Runner instead?
If you do not need two locking differentials and full-time four-wheel drive, a 2026 4Runner hybrid uses the same engine and tows the same 6,000 pounds for $2,555 to $4,690 less. If you will use the trail hardware, the Land Cruiser earns its price.