DecodedCars2027 Toyota Land Cruiser
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 278 hp
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 22 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 23 MPG combined — 19% better than the average 2027 standard SUV (19.4 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser is a standard SUV offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (22 city / 25 highway), 19% better than the 2027 standard SUV average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Land Cruiser — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Land Cruiser →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Hamura City, Tokyo Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2027 Land Cruiser configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 25 / 23 | +19% | $3,550 | 380 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Similar 2027 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2027 Ford Explorer | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Telluride | 35 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2027 Ford Expedition | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2027 Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 GMC Acadia | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Oct 14, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V673000 · 105,794 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid vehicles. The fuel tube connection near the fuel tank may disconnect and leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the connection and install a supplemental clamp or, as necessary, replace the resin fuel tube and install a supplemental clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 29, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB23 and 26TA23.
Not every 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Land Cruiser years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2013 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →