2025 Dodge Durango vs 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2025 Dodge Durango offered a wide price range, starting from approximately $43,000 for the base GT model with a V6 engine and rear-wheel drive, reaching nearly $100,000 for the SRT Hellcat with a supercharged V8 engine and all-wheel drive. The SRT Hellcat Premium model, enhanced with the Silver Bullet special edition package, featured Triple Nickel paint and additional visual upgrades like a satin black hood and dark badges, bringing its MSRP to $115,315. Inside, the SRT Hellcat maintained a subdued aesthetic with dark red premium Nappa leather seats and a mix of leather and suede finishes, though some plastic surfaces detracted from the overall luxury feel.

In contrast, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser was available in two trims, with the base model, the 1958, priced at $58,195, offering a retro look with basic equipment. The more modern and upscale Land Cruiser model, priced at $62,965, provided additional off-roading capabilities and a more refined interior. Our test vehicle, equipped with the Premium Package, featured Heritage Blue paint, 20-inch wheels, and a roof rack, bringing the MSRP to $71,004. The Land Cruiser's design emphasized utility with a traditional two-box SUV shape, maximizing off-road clearances and visibility. Inside, the Java-colored leather and dual 12.3-inch digital screens added a touch of sophistication, though the rear seats lacked comfort for long journeys.

The 2025 Dodge Durango offered a streamlined lineup with three engine options: a 295-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 for the GT, a 360-hp 5.7-liter V8 for the R/T, and a 710-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8 for the SRT Hellcat. All models used an eight-speed automatic transmission, with AWD standard on the R/T and SRT Hellcat. The SRT Hellcat's engine delivered 645 pound-feet of torque, accelerating to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 180 mph and a towing capacity of 8,700 pounds. Despite its power, the Durango SRT Hellcat had poor fuel economy, rated at 12/17/13 mpg city/highway/combined. However, its full-time AWD system, adaptive damping suspension, and Brembo brakes provided impressive handling and performance.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser featured Toyota’s i-Force Max hybrid system, combining a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor, producing 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. It had a full-time 4WD system with electronic locking differentials and a towing capacity of 6,000 pounds. Standard features included Downhill Assist Control and Crawl Control, with the Land Cruiser model adding Multi-Terrain Select and a front stabilizer bar disconnect. Despite an EPA rating of 23 mpg combined, real-world testing showed 15.7 mpg. The Land Cruiser excelled in off-road conditions, though it struggled on twisty roads due to its suspension tuning and tires. Its high seating position and off-road features made it a capable adventurer.

The 2025 Dodge Durango excelled in form and function, offering a spacious and comfortable interior. The SRT Hellcat Premium model featured heated and ventilated front seats with Nappa leather, though they lacked secure support during spirited driving. The second-row captain’s chairs provided good leg support, and the third-row seat was accessible and comfortable for adults. The Durango offered 17.2 cubic feet of cargo space, expandable to 85.1 cubic feet with the seats folded. The power liftgate and thoughtful storage solutions added to its practicality.

In the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser, upgrading from the 1958 model replaced cloth upholstery with SofTex artificial leather, with the Premium Package adding real leather and a sunroof. The front seats were comfortable, but the second-row seats lacked thigh support and had an uncomfortable backrest angle. The rear window design and center console's cool box were less practical. The Land Cruiser offered 46.2 cubic feet of cargo space, expandable to 82.1 cubic feet, though the high load floor made loading heavy items challenging.

The 2025 Dodge Durango featured a Uconnect 5 infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a native navigation system. It included SiriusXM 360L, Dodge Connect, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. The SRT Hellcat came with a 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system and SRT Performance Pages for tracking performance metrics. The system was user-friendly, though voice recognition required specificity.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser upgraded from the 1958 model's 7-inch display to dual 12.3-inch screens with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system. It offered wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, and access to Apple Music and Amazon Music. The Premium Package added a JBL sound system, wireless charging, a head-up display, and digital key technology. The voice recognition system was effective, providing accurate navigation assistance.

The 2025 Dodge Durango's safety features were limited, with standard forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring. Upgrades included adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist. The Durango received a four-star overall rating from NHTSA, with a concerning performance in IIHS tests.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser included Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, offering advanced driving assistance systems like forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. The Premium Package added front cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist. The Land Cruiser received a four-star overall rating from NHTSA, with strong side-impact results but a mediocre rollover resistance rating.