2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Features Guide: Off-Road Tech Meets Second-Row Comfort
Land Cruiser Trail Tech and Back Seat Upgrades Worth Knowing
Toyota's boxiest SUV pulls off a rare trick. It will crawl over the wet ledge on a Saturday and run the school loop on Monday. Nobody in the back row asks to get out. Two grades, one hybrid setup, and a short options list keep the shopping simple.
- ✓Both grades use the same turbocharged 2.4-liter i-FORCE MAX hybrid, rated at 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque.
- ✓Locking center and rear differentials, CRAWL Control, and full-time four-wheel drive are standard on the 1958 and the Land Cruiser grade.
- ✓A High Mounted Air Intake and heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats join the options list this year.
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One Powertrain, No Guesswork
Toyota didn't split this lineup by engine, which spares you a choice. Both grades run the turbocharged 2.4-liter i-FORCE MAX hybrid. Toyota rates it at 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. An electric motor sits between the engine and the 8-speed automatic, so the pull off the line shows up right away. EPA estimates land at 22 city and 25 highway on either grade. Max towing is 6,000 pounds. Underneath is the same TNGA-F frame used by Tacoma, Tundra, Sequoia, and 4Runner.
Trail Gear That Doesn't Cost Extra
The entry grade surprises people. The 1958 gets the same locking center and rear differentials as the higher grade. It also gets full-time four-wheel drive, a two-speed transfer case, and rear coil springs. CRAWL Control is standard. Think of it as cruise control at walking pace, with five speeds to pick from. A 2400-watt AC inverter and a trailer brake controller are standard, too.
Move up to the Land Cruiser grade, and you add Multi-Terrain Select with Mud, Dirt, and Sand modes. Those work in 4WD High and 4WD Low. You also get the Multi-Terrain Monitor camera system, which shows rocks you can't see over the hood, plus Rigid color-selectable LED fog lights. Toyota lists Downhill Assist Control, Vehicle Stability Control, and an automatic limited-slip differential across the lineup, plus a front Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism as an available extra. Push that button, and the front suspension flexes further, keeping your tires on the ground.
What Toyota Changed for 2027
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser keeps its core recipe and adds a short list of items owners asked for. First is the available High Mounted Air Intake. It moves the intake up high, where dust and spray are thinner. Anyone who runs dry fire roads in August will notice that one. The second is inside, and it's the change families will care about: heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats, available through the Premium Package on the Land Cruiser grade. Third, a new black called Inked joins the palette, which now runs seven colors with Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Underground, Meteor Shower, Trail Dust, and Heritage Blue.
The Back Seat Finally Gets Some Attention
Land Cruiser seats five in two rows. No third row is sold here, and the back seats recline. Order the Premium Package on the Land Cruiser grade, and those rear outboard seats gain heat and ventilation, part of a leather-trimmed power setup that also covers the front row with driver lumbar support and memory. If you are driving a family north from Connecticut in February, a warm back seat does more for the mood than any screen.
Screens, Speakers and Charging
The 1958 runs an 8-inch touchscreen, a 7-inch digital gauge display, six speakers, and five USB-C ports. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. The Land Cruiser steps up to a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch cluster, 10 speakers, a Qi wireless charger, and a power liftgate. Add the Premium Package for 14-speaker JBL audio, a digital rearview mirror, a Head-up Display, lit entry, and a power moonroof. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on both grades.
Toyota's own overview walks the lineup end to end if you would rather see it than read it.
2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Trim Comparison Chart
| Feature | Land Cruiser 1958 | Land Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP | $57,880 | $63,955 |
| Engine | 2.4L turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid | 2.4L turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid |
| Net combined output | 326 hp / 465 lb.-ft. | 326 hp / 465 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Full-time 4WD, two-speed transfer case | Full-time 4WD, two-speed transfer case |
| EPA-estimated MPG | 22 city / 25 highway | 22 city / 25 highway |
| Maximum towing | 6,000 lbs. | 6,000 lbs. |
| Seating | 5 passengers, two rows | 5 passengers, two rows |
| Headlamps | Round LED | Slim rectangular LED |
| Front seats | Heated fabric-trimmed | Power heated and ventilated SofTex |
| Heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats | Not offered | Available with Premium Package |
| Touchscreen | 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia | 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia |
| Digital gauge cluster | 7-inch | 12.3-inch |
| Audio | 6 speakers | 10 speakers, 14-speaker JBL with Premium Package |
| Qi-compatible wireless charger | Not standard | Standard |
| Power liftgate | Not standard | Standard |
| Locking center and rear differentials | Standard | Standard |
| CRAWL Control | Standard | Standard |
| Multi-Terrain Select | Not standard | Standard |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor | Not standard | Standard |
| Rigid color-selectable LED fog lights | Not standard | Standard |
| 2400W AC inverter and trailer brake controller | Standard | Standard |
| High Mounted Air Intake (new this year) | Available | Available |
| Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 | Standard | Standard |
| Premium Package | Not offered | Available |
MSRP excludes the dealer processing and handling fee, destination charge, taxes, license, and options. Specs come from Toyota's official 2027 Land Cruiser materials.
Matching a Grade to How You Actually Drive
Will your Land Cruiser mostly see pavement with a few dirt roads mixed in? The 1958 covers that. Same frame, same hybrid, same locking differentials, and those round headlamps have a quiet following. Drivers who log real miles off pavement, or haul people on long trips, get more from the Land Cruiser grade. The camera views, larger screens, and available heated rear seats earn their place there. About $6,000 splits the two, so it comes down to how often you'd use the extras.
See Both Land Cruiser Grades at Toyota of Wallingford
Spec sheets only take you so far. The gap between an 8-inch and a 12.3-inch screen is easier to judge from the driver's seat. Those reclining rear seats make more sense once you sit in them. We stock Land Cruisers in both grades as supply allows. Our team can walk you through what the Premium Package adds, show how Multi-Terrain Select changes the driving experience, and set you up on roads you already know around Wallingford, New Haven, and Meriden. Bring your trade in, and we'll give you a straight number before you commit to anything.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is new on the 2027 Land Cruiser?
Toyota added an available High Mounted Air Intake, heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats through the Premium Package on the Land Cruiser grade, and a new black paint called Inked.
How much horsepower does the 2027 Land Cruiser make?
Both grades use the turbocharged 2.4-liter i-FORCE MAX hybrid, which Toyota rates at 326 net combined horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque.
Does the 2027 Land Cruiser have a third row?
No. The Land Cruiser sold in North America is a five-passenger, two-row SUV, and no third row is offered on either grade.
How much can the 2027 Land Cruiser tow?
Toyota lists a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 pounds for the Land Cruiser with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain.
Which grade gets heated and ventilated second-row seats?
The Premium Package on the Land Cruiser grade brings leather-trimmed heated and ventilated power front and second-row seating. The 1958 grade does not offer it.