Toyota SUV Models
Toyota’s SUV Models range now spans urban-friendly crossovers to body-on-frame bruisers, with hybrids, a plug-in hybrid, and an EV covering different use cases instead of one-size-fits-all electrification. The arrival of the hybrid-only Crown Signia and the return of Land Cruiser round out a portfolio that balances efficiency, comfort, and authentic off-road chops. From Corolla Cross up to Sequoia, every step up the ladder meaningfully changes space, powertrain choice, and capability, which is exactly how a shopper should approach this lineup.
Corolla Cross
Corolla Cross reads as the sensible starter: easy to park, simple to own, and offered with an efficiency-forward hybrid that’s ideal for dense, stop‑start commutes.
Ride tuning prioritizes calm over cornering theatrics, which suits its mission as a practical daily crossover more than a weekend canyon toy. For shoppers eyeing Toyota reliability with a smaller footprint and budget, this remains the least fussy gateway into the SUV family.
RAV4 family (gas, hybrid, Prime)
RAV4 still feels like the lineup’s fulcrum, with gas, hybrid, and Prime (PHEV) variants that scale from efficient commuter to electrified all‑rounder without losing everyday versatility.
Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD on select gas grades and multiple hybrid choices give real traction and efficiency breadth in one of the segment’s most proven nameplates. If one SUV has to juggle errands, road trips, and rough weather, the RAV4’s balanced approach makes it the default recommendation.
Crown Signia (new)
The Crown Signia lands as Toyota’s premium two-row hybrid-only SUV, and it drives that way—quiet, composed, and unfussy—with an estimated 38 mpg combined and 240 system hp plus standard AWD.
Cabin execution and tech lean upscale without feeling overwrought, making it a sweet spot for buyers who want serenity and efficiency rather than maximum height or stance. It’s the sleeper pick for long-haul comfort where refined isolation matters more than spec-sheet bravado.
Toyota Highlander
Highlander remains the “right-size” three-row for many families, delivering an easygoing drive, flexible seating, and Toyota’s safety-first feature set without imposing full-size dimensions.
The powertrain and packaging emphasize smoothness and practicality over flash, which is exactly why it stays near the top of so many shopping lists. If the third row is occasional-use and garage fitment matters, Highlander is the smart middle path.
Grand Highlander
Grand Highlander is the answer when the third row must be adult-friendly and luggage still needs air around it, with three powertrains and two drivetrain options to tailor performance and economy.
Hybrid MAX is the sleeper performance setup here, making highway merges and mountain passes feel effortless while keeping the family properly comfortable. It’s the family-hauler that solves space without the bulk of a traditional full-size SUV, and that’s a rare trick.
4Runner (all-new)
The redesigned 4Runner finally pairs its icon status with thoroughly modern tech and safety, while keeping the go-anywhere vibe intact through a tough chassis, real hardware, and thoughtful trail aids.
The first-ever Trailhunter and Platinum grades broaden the appeal from overlanders to luxury-leaners, and TSS 3.0 standard plus the available 14-inch screen bring it into this decade without diluting character.
If authentic trail credibility and everyday durability matter more than class-leading plush, the new 4Runner feels like the benchmark reboot fans were waiting for.
Land Cruiser
Land Cruiser returns as the heritage tool for people who genuinely use 4WD, packing the i‑FORCE MAX hybrid’s 326 hp and 465 lb‑ft with full-time 4WD, a Torsen center diff, and serious terrain tech.
The re-positioned pricing broadens its audience without cheapening the experience, and the cabin feels purposefully premium rather than ostentatious. For overlanders and backcountry travelers who want confidence baked into the platform, this is the line’s most honest expression of capability.
Sequoia Sequoia
caps the family side of Toyota’s ladder with full-size space, confident towing, and the kind of highway serenity that only a big, body-on-frame SUV can deliver. It’s the pick when passenger count, cargo, and long-haul stability outweigh city maneuverability concerns. Think of it as the big-trip specialist that pairs nicely with a second, smaller daily driver in the household.
bZ4X (EV)
The bZ4X serves as the mainstream EV on-ramp within Toyota’s SUV portfolio, delivering zero tailpipe emissions and a familiar, user-friendly interface. It’s ideal for metro lifestyles and predictable charging routines, backed by Toyota’s conservative approach to adoption and support. For buyers ready to electrify without leaving the brand, bZ4X is the smoothest step into battery power.
How to pick the right one?
- City-first, value-forward: Corolla Cross or RAV4 Hybrid balance size, economy, and livability without asking for compromises in tech or safety.
- Premium two-row comfort: Crown Signia’s hybrid-only formula and standard AWD make long miles feel serene and efficient.
- Three-row versatility: Highlander for garages and tighter suburbs, Grand Highlander when adult-size third-row comfort and extra cargo really matter.
- Trail duty: 4Runner for a modernized off-road staple with broad trims, Land Cruiser for heritage-grade hardware and confidence.
- Max space and towing: Sequoia for long-distance road families who want room, stability, and hauling in one package.
- Full electrification: bZ4X for predictable urban charging and a gentler first step into EV ownership.
What’s new for 2025?
- 4Runner (6th gen): New platform, new powertrains, modernized tech, first-ever Trailhunter and Platinum grades, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard, and MSRP from $40,770 before DPH, with arrivals in early 2025.
- Crown Signia: First-ever model year launches with a standard hybrid system rated at 240 net system horsepower and an EPA-estimated 38 mpg combined, plus standard AWD across XLE and Limited grades.
- Land Cruiser: Enters year two with the 250 Series, maintaining its i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain and a starting MSRP of $56,450.
Powertrains and efficiency
- Electrified breadth: Toyota’s SUV line spans hybrids (Corolla Cross Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid family, Grand Highlander Hybrid and Hybrid MAX, Crown Signia), a plug-in hybrid (RAV4 Prime), and a battery-electric (bZ4X), showcasing Toyota’s multi-path strategy.
- Crown Signia: The hybrid-only Crown Signia delivers a manufacturer-estimated combined 38 mpg and 240 net system horsepower with standard AWD.
- Grand Highlander: The available Hybrid MAX system produces up to 362 combined system net horsepower for robust performance among midsize three-row SUVs.
- 4Runner: Offers standard i-FORCE with up to 278 hp and available i-FORCE MAX hybrid with up to 326 hp and 465 lb-ft, prioritizing both capability and efficiency gains versus the prior generation.
- Land Cruiser: The i-FORCE MAX hybrid produces 326 hp and 465 lb-ft, pairing efficiency-minded engineering with authentic off-road readiness.
Capability and towing
- Grand Highlander: Up to 5,000 lbs towing, pairing a roomy three-row cabin with family-ready trailering confidence.
- 4Runner: New Trailhunter and TRD family trims target overlanding and high-durability use with TSS 3.0 standard and modernized off-road tech.
- Land Cruiser: Standard full-time 4WD with a Torsen limited-slip center differential, Crawl Control, and Multi-Terrain tech featuring heritage-grade durability.
- RAV4: Gas models span FWD, AWD, or Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD depending on grade, covering daily traction needs to light off-road utility.
Pricing
- Corolla Cross — $24,135
- RAV4 — $29,250 (LE FWD)
- Crown Signia — $43,590 (XLE)
- Highlander — $40,320
- Grand Highlander — $40,860
- 4Runner — $41,270
- Land Cruiser — $56,450
- Sequoia — $62,425
- bZ4X — $37,070
