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In addition, the 2025 4Runner offers a second, base powertrain. Named i-Force, this engine is a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 producing 278 horsepower. This setup is standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited grades, giving customers a more affordable and traditional engine choice.
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner: Three trims vs. nine trims
Toyota keeps it simple with the 2024 Land Cruiser lineup, offering just three trims: 1958, Land Cruiser, and First Edition. The base 1958 trim features retro-inspired round LED headlamps, while the mid-spec Land Cruiser trim swaps them out for rectangular headlamps and adds more standard features. The top-of-the-line First Edition builds on the mid-spec trim with extra exterior off-road bits and additional features, making it the pinnacle of the Land Cruiser lineup.
In contrast, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner comes with a whopping nine trims to choose from, including some familiar names and a few new ones: SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter.
The new Platinum trim focuses on luxury, featuring unique black exterior styling elements, a head-up display, and other premium touches. Meanwhile, the Trailhunter trim is a factory-built overlanding rig, equipped with Old Man Emu 2.5-inch forged shocks from ARB, 33-inch Toyo Open Country A/T tires, a high-mount air intake, and other off-road-ready components.
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner: Full-time 4WD vs. 2WD and 4WD options
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser offers a full-time 4WD system across all trims. This system comes with standard center and rear locking differentials and a two-speed transfer case, simplifying the drivetrain configuration while ensuring optimal off-road performance.
On the other hand, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner provides more drivetrain options. It will be available in 2WD, part-time 4WD, and full-time 4WD iterations. The 2WD models come with an automatic limited-slip differential, while the 4WD versions gain an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with high/low range gearing. The TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter trims further benefit from an electronic locking rear differential as standard equipment.
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Land Cruiser offers more advanced JBL audio system while 4Runner has a larger touchscreen
Infotainment technology in both vehicles is cutting-edge, with each offering something different. An 8-inch touchscreen is standard in the base variants of both models.
However, higher-end trims of the 2024 Land Cruiser come with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a premium 14-speaker JBL audio system. The 2025 Toyota 4Runner counters with an even larger 14-inch touchscreen in its top trims, but the audio system is limited to a 10-speaker JBL setup.
Pricing differences between the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser and 2025 Toyota 4Runner
In terms of pricing, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner is expected to be significantly more affordable than the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, which starts at $55,950. This makes the 4Runner a more versatile option for buyers looking for a range of trims and drivetrain options at a lower cost.
Final thoughts:
Both the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser and the 2025 Toyota 4Runner bring a lot to the table, but with different focuses. The Land Cruiser offers a more premium experience with a boxy, retro design and high-end features, while the 4Runner emphasizes rugged off-road performance with a more aggressive design and flexible powertrain options. Additionally, the 4Runner is expected to have a lower starting price compared to the Land Cruiser’s $55,950.
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