2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

Name: 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Review
Brand: Toyota
Price: 58103 USD

Price Estimate: $58,103 - $63,776

Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition 4dr SUV Exterior

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When people say an SUV can do-it-all, they usually mean it does most things, and they ignore the ability to tow 8,200 pounds or the off-road prowess to conquer real trails. The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the few old-school SUVs that can do more than most and in fairly good comfort, but it makes some compromises in some areas.

The Land Cruiser's suspension and traction control system can eke out grip on loose trails, and its V8 engine is responsive and hums quietly on the highway. But its main weakness are its small third row and cargo area and lack of modern infotainment tech and smartphone connectivity.

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2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

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What's new

No major changes
New Heritage Edition trim level
Part of the sixth Land Cruiser generation introduced in 2008

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.99 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$253/mo

$172/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3/5Above Average

#10 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Toyota Land Cruiser from 2008-2022.}

$654/yr

vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.37x/yr

vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

20.1%

vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV

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Toyota Land Cruiser Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.6

35 reviews

5(80%)

4(14%)

3(0%)

2(0%)

1(6%)

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G J Tricarico, 06/22/2018

2018 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)

I have been reviewing the Land Cruiser for years because I have owned several dating back to the 1980s. They have changed over the years. They did not get better mechanically, but luxuriously. I believe they have been the best commercially produced vehicle on the market and remain so to this day. Why you ask. Most dependable. Ask any owner, not just me, they run forever, almost never …

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CS, 08/14/2019

2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)

After serving in the first Gulf War, and seeing 80 series LC everywhere overseas, I’ve wanted to own a Land Cruiser. Ubiquitous in remote and rugged underdeveloped countries, I loved the idea of a truly off-road reliable vehicle. I finally decided to get one. Price was good $8,000 off the MSRP on a new one. I had to ask myself: do I need this? No, but it sure is fun and I love it more …

STILL THE BEST BY FAR!!!!!

Beach Bum, 05/17/2020

2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)

We just picked up our second LC, and I'd love to tell you why. Compared to the other vehicles my spouse and I have owned (MB, Infiniti, Audi, BMW, Porsche, and other Toyota's) the LC is still our favorite. The first one we bought was a 100 series, and it was amazing to drive. It was everything you'd expect from and LC. Smooth, easy to drive, spacious with unmatched reliability. When …

8 years strong

DBeard, 08/17/2018

2018 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)

we bought an LC after seeing all the problems and costs associated with other SUV’s. We also considered that we might “never sell” and drive it until it stops running. While we regularly service the car, literally thats all we do. Gas milage not great, but we burn maybe 1000 gallons/yr, so more efficent but same sized SUVs might save 2-300 gallons, at best. One major repair soaks up …

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2020 Toyota Land Cruiser video

2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition Review -- On- and Off-Road Test Drive

We get behind the wheel of the 2020 Land Cruiser Heritage Edition. In this video, Dan Edmunds drives a special edition of the vaunted Land Cruiser that celebrates over 60 years of robust off-road history. The Land Cruiser has indeed become increasingly civilized over the years. However, this special model includes subtle but effective changes that make it more attractive…

2020 Land Cruiser Highlights

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$85,415
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	14 MPG
Cost to Drive	$253/month
Seating	8 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	16.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	four wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Land Cruiser models:

Pre-Collision System: Automatically detects cars and pedestrians ahead, warns you about them, and brakes automatically if necessary.
Lane Departure Alert: Warns through visual and audible alerts when you begin drifting out of your lane.
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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2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

What's new

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.99 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.

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Cost

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Severity

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Still the best

Do I really need this capability?

STILL THE BEST BY FAR!!!!!

8 years strong

2020 Toyota Land Cruiser video

2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition Review -- On- and Off-Road Test Drive

2020 Land Cruiser Highlights

Safety

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