2019 Toyota Land Cruiser
What’s new
- The 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser is unchanged
- Part of the sixth Land Cruiser generation introduced in 2008
Pros
- Very capable off-road
- Comfortable ride and capable handling for a big SUV
- Commanding view of the road ahead
Cons
- Second- and third-row seats are clumsy and lack space
- Poor fuel economy even by large SUV standards
- Limited smartphone connectivity
2019 Toyota Land Cruiser pricing
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Which Land Cruiser does Edmunds recommend?
Edmunds' Expert Review
Overall rating
7.9 / 10With its luxury appointments and on-road manners, the 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser might seem to have nothing in common with the rugged, no-nonsense Land Cruisers Toyota built for decades starting in the 1950s. But today's Land Cruiser is nearly unassailable once the pavement ends, maintaining the original version's go-anywhere reputation.
That reputation is in good hands, thanks to its stout body-on-frame construction (like a pickup truck), full-time four-wheel drive, physics-defying off-road software and a robust V8 engine. All of that go-anywhere confidence is backed up by Toyota's equally legendary reliability, not only in the United States but in nearly every country around the world.
But if the only off-roading you're likely to do is accidentally backing over a flower bed, the Land Cruiser doesn't make much sense. The EPA estimates it gets just 15 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which is dismal even by large SUV standards. The Land Cruiser also drives like a big SUV, with slow, heavy steering making it a chore to maneuver in the city and through parking lots.
And while the front passengers will enjoy a fair bit of luxury and decent ergonomics, the rear passengers will find the accommodations in rival full-size SUVs more welcoming. The Land Cruiser's second-row seat bottoms are too low, and not even the massive amount of seatback recline can make the situation better. Things are even worse in the third row. These jump seats are even less comfortable, with barely enough room for children and no easy way to reach them. The seats also don't fold into the floor — they fold up against the side, taking up valuable cargo capacity while looking like an afterthought.
Overall, we think a lot of shoppers will be happier with one of the Land Cruiser's similarly priced rivals, such as Land Rover's Range Rover or Discovery or Lincoln's Navigator. But if adventurously cruising this fine land with an abundance of luxury and creature comforts is your main priority, the 2019 Land Cruiser won't disappoint.
2019 Toyota Land Cruiser configurations
The 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser is an eight-passenger luxury SUV offered in one fully loaded trim level. Every Land Cruiser also comes with a 5.7-liter V8 engine that produces 381 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque. It is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a full-time four-wheel-drive system.
Other off-roading components include a locking center differential, Toyota's Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS, a decoupling stabilizer bar), Crawl Control (a low-speed off-road cruise control), Multi-Terrain Select (off-road vehicle settings), hill start assist, skid plates and tow hooks.
Standard exterior equipment includes 18-inch wheels, automatic LED headlights, automatic high beams, power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors, automatic wipers, a windshield wiper de-icer, roof rails, running boards, and an integrated towing hitch receiver and wiring harness.
Inside, you get a sunroof, keyless ignition and entry, four-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, driver-seat memory functions, 40/20/40-split second-row seats (they fold, recline and slide), 50/50-split third-row seats, a heated, power-adjustable steering wheel, and a cooler box under the front center armrest.
Tech features include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic warning, front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view parking camera system, wireless smartphone charging, a USB port, a 9-inch touchscreen interface, Bluetooth, a navigation system, voice controls, Toyota's Entune smartphone app suite, one USB port, and a 14-speaker JBL sound system with a CD player and satellite radio.
A rear seat entertainment system is the only option.
Trim tested
Driving
8.5Acceleration
8.0Braking
7.5Steering
8.5Handling
9.0Drivability
8.0Off-road
10.0Comfort
8.5Seat comfort
8.5Ride comfort
8.0Noise & vibration
8.5Climate control
8.0Interior
7.5Ease of use
6.5Getting in/getting out
8.0Driving position
8.0Roominess
8.0Visibility
7.5Quality
9.0Utility
7.0Small-item storage
6.5Cargo space
7.0Child safety seat accommodation
7.0Towing
9.0Technology
7.0Audio & navigation
7.0Smartphone integration
6.0Driver aids
8.5Voice control
7.0Consumer reviews
There are no consumer reviews for the 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Features & Specs
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Land Cruiser safety features:
- Pre-Collision System
- Automatically detects cars and pedestrians ahead, warns you about them, and brakes automatically if necessary.
- Lane Departure Alert
- Warns when you begin drifting out of your lane through visual and audible alerts.
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Automatically matches the speed of vehicles ahead when cruise control is activated. Generically called adaptive cruise control.
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Toyota Land Cruiser vs. Toyota 4Runner
Renowned for its reliability and overwhelming competence off-road, the 4Runner can go just about anywhere a Land Cruiser can go, and maybe a few more places, thanks to its smaller size. What it can't do is carry eight people or get particularly good fuel economy, thanks to its fairly inefficient and sluggish 4.0-liter V6 engine. If rugged capability — and a much lower price — comes before luxury on your shopping list, the 4Runner deserves a look.
Toyota Land Cruiser vs. Lexus LX 570
Very nearly twins, the Lexus does have one thing the Toyota Land Cruiser lacks: a luxury badge. Interior design and materials are also more befitting a nearly $90,000 luxury SUV. The LX 570 can also be had in a five- or eight-passenger configuration. Otherwise, the Land Cruiser and the LX are largely identical.
Toyota Land Cruiser vs. Toyota Sequoia
The Toyota Sequoia makes carrying eight passengers a bit easier than the Land Cruiser, thanks to more interior space and easier access to its more traditional second- and third-row seats. And while its off-road prowess can't match that of the Land Cruiser, the Sequoia can hold its own against other full-size SUVs. It also costs tens of thousands less than the Land Cruiser and can be equipped with the same powerful 5.7-liter V8.
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See your car's valueThe 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser might not look it, but it is very much descended from the rough-and-tumble off-roaders of the same name that Toyota built in the 1950s. Today, the Land Cruiser can do just about everything its ancestors did, if not more, while treating its driver to modern luxury and technology. It is the most expensive Toyota sold in the United States, but it backs up that price with legendary reliability and excellent build quality.
The current-generation Land Cruiser has been in production since the 2008 model year. In some ways, it can seem dated. For example, the third-row seats fold up against the cargo area sides instead of into the floor. But none of this detracts from the Cruiser's adventuresome character.
Like a proper truck, the Land Cruiser uses a rugged ladder frame and a solid rear axle that's likely to survive nearly anything you can throw at it. The only engine offered is Toyota's venerable 381-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 that's hooked up to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range, full-time four-wheel-drive transfer case.
If fuel economy is of any concern, you might want to look elsewhere since the EPA rates the Land Cruiser 15 mpg combined (13 city/18 highway). That's quite poor even by full-size SUV standards. Even with a 24.6-gallon fuel tank, it means you could end up needing to fill up every 300 miles. Aftermarket fuel cans would be a must on any long off-road excursion.
There's only one Land Cruiser trim level and it's fully loaded with an immense amount of comfort, convenience, safety, entertainment and luxury equipment. Despite its Toyota badge, this is a luxury model. If it's still not luxurious enough, the same basic vehicle is available from Toyota's luxury division as the Lexus LX 570. The Lexus is more expensive, better appointed and comes with a longer warranty, but its abilities are compromised due to its lower front and rear styling elements.
With the limited numbers of 2019 Toyota Land Cruisers exported to the United States, finding one in a dealer's inventory can be tricky. But at Edmunds, we can hunt one down for you and ensure you get a satisfying deal on your new adventure vehicle.
2019 Toyota Land Cruiser Overview
The 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser is offered in the following submodels: Land Cruiser SUV. Available styles include 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A).
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What's a good price for a New 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser?
2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
The 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $86,060. The average price paid for a new 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A) is trending $7,551 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A) is8.8% below the MSRP.
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