DecodedCars2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 4.7L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 12 city / 15 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 104 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 25% below the 2007 SUV - average of 17.4 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 54 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is a SUV - offered with a 4.7L 8-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (12 city / 15 highway), 25% worse than the 2007 SUV - average of 17.4 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2007
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2006 Land Cruiser — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Land Cruiser →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD | 4.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 15 / 13 | -25% | $5,150 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 16 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 26 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Labels · Feb 3, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V036000 · 153,418 vehicles
- Problem
- SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
- Risk
- A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Not every 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Land Cruiser years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Land Cruiser | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Land Cruiser | 23 | 196.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2025 Land Cruiser | 23 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 33 |
| 2024 Land Cruiser | 23 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 40 |
| 2021 Land Cruiser | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Land Cruiser | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2017 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2016 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2015 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2014 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →