2024 Toyota Sequoia vs 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia shared its platform with the Tundra pickup, and this connection was evident in its design cues, such as hexagonal grilles, wheel arches, and a muscular stance. The exterior color significantly influenced its appearance, with the Celestial Silver giving it a somewhat dated look reminiscent of a "cop car," while the Solar Octane orange and black accents transformed it into a "Tonka truck." Inside, the Sequoia closely resembled the Tundra and other Toyota vehicles, featuring a blocky, geometric dashboard layout with physical dials and buttons for climate control. The Capstone trim boasted semi-aniline leather upholstery, while other trims offered a range of seating materials. The Sequoia also provided power-adjustable front seats and a moonroof, enhancing its appeal.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser, in its second model year, was available in two trims: the base 1958 and the more upscale Land Cruiser model. The 1958 trim had a retro look with round headlights and basic equipment, while the Land Cruiser trim offered a modern, upscale appearance with more color options and a nicer interior. The Land Cruiser model also included critical off-roading hardware and software, making it a more versatile choice. Our test vehicle featured the Premium Package, which added leather, larger screens, and a roof rack. Despite its utilitarian design, the Land Cruiser's interior was more refined than the 1958, with Java-colored leather and dual 12.3-inch digital screens. However, the rear window design and center console's cool box were less practical choices.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia was exclusively offered in a hybrid format, utilizing Toyota's iForce MAX hybrid powertrain. This system combined a twin-turbo V6 engine with an electric motor, producing 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, a significant increase over its predecessor. The Sequoia's fuel economy improved to 20 mpg combined with 4WD. The TRD Pro trim was available only with 4WD, while other trims required an additional cost for 4WD. The Sequoia's 10-speed automatic transmission operated smoothly, and its on-road handling was adequate. The TRD Off-Road package added adventure-readiness features, including all-terrain tires and an off-road suspension. The Sequoia's maximum towing capacity increased to 9,520 pounds, with several towing-related upgrades available.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser featured Toyota's i-Force Max hybrid system, pairing a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission and an electric motor. It produced 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, with a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 pounds. The Land Cruiser's full-time 4WD system included electronic locking differentials and off-roading features like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control. However, its real-world fuel economy fell short of the official 23 mpg rating, achieving only 15.7 mpg during testing. The Land Cruiser excelled as a daily driver and off-road adventurer, with impressive suspension tuning for urban and suburban driving. Its off-road capabilities were enhanced by features like the front stabilizer bar disconnect and Multi-Terrain Monitor camera views.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia Capstone trim featured automatic power-deploying running boards, making it easier for shorter individuals to enter the vehicle. Inside, the Sequoia offered a maximum of 86.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the second and third-row seats folded. The third-row seats could be adjusted for additional cargo space, but they did not create a flat load floor due to the hybrid powertrain's battery pack. The Sequoia's interior dimensions included 39.2 inches of headroom in the front, 37.5-38.4 inches in the middle, and 35.6 inches in the back. Legroom ranged from 28.1 to 33.7 inches in the third row, 39.2 inches in the second row, and 41.2 inches in the front. Second-row captain's chairs were available in higher trims, providing comfort but lacking bolstering.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser offered SofTex artificial leather upholstery in the base model, while the Premium Package added real leather and a power sunroof. The front seats were comfortable for long trips, but the second-row seats lacked thigh support and had an uncomfortable backrest angle. The Land Cruiser's rear window design was less practical, and the center console's cool box reduced storage space. The Land Cruiser provided 46.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, with a maximum of 82.1 cubic feet when the back seat was folded. However, the high load floor height required effort when loading heavy items.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia Capstone trim was equipped with a range of technology features, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, accessible through an 8-inch touchscreen on the SR5 trim and a 14-inch touchscreen on higher trims. The Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system prioritized functionality over flashy design. The Sequoia featured a 12.3-inch driver-information display and a Panoramic View monitor as standard. The Capstone trim also included a 10-inch color head-up display and a 14-speaker JBL Premium Audio system.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser offered upgraded technology features compared to the Land Cruiser 1958. It included two 12.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and access to SiriusXM satellite radio and music accounts. The Drive Connect feature provided cloud-based navigation and a digital assistant. The Premium Package added a 14-speaker JBL sound system, a wireless smartphone charger, a head-up display, a digital rearview mirror, and digital key technology.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia came standard with Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.5, which included a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane-departure alert with steering assist, adaptive cruise control, and road-sign recognition. Front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert were also standard. The Tow Technology Package added a digital rearview mirror and trailer backup guide. The Sequoia had not been rated by safety organizations, but the similar Toyota Tundra received a Top Safety Pick+ designation from the IIHS.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser featured Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0), which included forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and lane-centering assist. The adaptive cruise control and lane-centering assist provided semi-autonomous highway driving. Additional safety features included a road sign reader, automatic high-beam headlights, and Predictive Driving Assist. The Premium Package added front cross-traffic alert, lane-change assist, and Traffic Jam Assist. The Land Cruiser received a four-star overall rating from the NHTSA, with varying scores in different tests.