Toyota has just IMPROVED the Land Cruiser for 2027

#toyota #landcruiser #lexus #j300 #j250 #hybrid The Toyota Land Cruiser enters the 2027 model year with enhancements that further elevate its signature balance of rugged capability and refined luxury. New for 2027, available features include a High Mounted Air Intake and Heated and Ventilated Second-Row Outboard Seats. A new exterior color, Inked, has joined this year’s palette. The 2027 Land Cruiser is expected to arrive at dealerships in Spring 2026, with a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $57,880. Performance 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 generates 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. 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, helping deliver responsive performance along with improved efficiency. Developed with durability and heavy-duty use in mind, the powertrain has an EPA-estimated 23 MPG combined fuel economy rating. Off-Road Features Land Cruiser’s off-road credentials remain a defining 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. Frame Design The 2027 Land Cruiser rides on Toyota’s TNGA-F global truck platform, shared with Tundra, Sequoia, Tacoma and 4Runner. Advanced manufacturing techniques, including laser blank welding, help reduce weight, where possible, while strengthening key areas for added rigidity, resulting in 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 6,000 pounds.