Beastly yet refined V8; capable in the dirt; luxuries and technology galore; 8-passenger seating
Imposing size; poor fuel economy; so-so comfort for rear passengers
The Land Cruiser receives several new standard features for the latest model year, including wireless charging, the Siri Eyes Free mode for iPhone users and safety features such as a blind spot monitoring system, rear cross-traffic alert and a forward-collision avoidance system. The Land Cruiser also adds slightly revised styling and a new 8-speed automatic transmission, replacing last year's 6-speed.
Since there are no options, the Land Cruiser makes our job easy. We absolutely recommend this vehicle, especially after its latest round of new features and equipment. Find a Toyota Land Cruiser for sale
The 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser is offered in one well-equipped trim level. Standard features include 18-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, keyless entry and ignition, power leather-trimmed front seats, 4-zone automatic climate control with separate second-row controls, JBL premium audio and a rearview camera. There's also a hard drive-based touchscreen navigation system with the smartphone-based Entune interface, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and connectivity for iPod/USB and Bluetooth devices. New features for 2016 include a wireless charging interface, the Siri Eyes Free mode for iPhone users and safety gadgets, like forward-collision warning with automatic braking, a blind spot monitoring system and rear cross-traffic alert.
Since every Land Cruiser comes fully loaded, there aren't any factory options.
| Sport Utility | Original MSRP / Price | Engine | Horsepower | City MPG / Hwy MPG | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser 4dr 4WD (Natl) | $83,825 / N/A | 8 Cylinder | 381 | 13 / 18 | 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
The Land Cruiser comes with standard stability control and 10 airbags, including seat-mounted side airbags for the first two rows and full-length side-curtain airbags. The front seats also have active head restraints. The standard Safety Connect telematics system offers automatic collision notification to ensure help is on the way in the event of an accident. New standard safety features for 2016 include forward-collision warning with automatic braking, a blind spot monitoring system and rear cross-traffic alert.
Due to its low production volume, the Land Cruiser has not been crash-tested by either the federal government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
| Basic | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
| Drivetrain | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
| Corrosion | 5 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Roadside Assistance | 2 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Maintenance | 2 Years/25,000 Miles |
2015 Infiniti QX80 -- The 3-row QX80 has more expressive styling and comparable V8 power, plus a nice interior. Definitely drive this one if you're serious about the Land Cruiser.
2016 Land Rover Range Rover -- Still the king of luxury SUVs, the Range Rover costs more, but it features an available supercharged V8 and one of the finest cabins at any price. However, there's no third-row seat.
2016 Lexus LX 570 -- The LX 570 is the Land Cruiser's mechanical twin. Although you probably already know whether you'd prefer the Toyota or the Lexus based on their styling and image, the LX 570 is still worth mentioning, since it offers almost the same package as the Land Cruiser.
2016 Cadillac Escalade -- If you don't need the Toyota's off-road ability and want the ultimate in bling, the newly redesigned Escalade delivers. It's not the most gratifying luxury SUV to drive, but it has an image like no other.
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