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Highlight: The Crown is only available in an all-wheel drive configuration.
Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $49,900 (Base MSRP): $42,575
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection; left turn oncoming vehicle detection/braking; lane tracing assist; automatic high beams; and a tire repair kit
Options: none
Other Trim Levels:
XLE
Limited
Platinum
Standard
Audio On Test Vehicle: an 11-speaker JBL
AM/FM audio system with SiriusXM
Android/Apple CarPlay: Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 3 years or 50,000 miles
Hybrid Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Hybrid Battery Warranty: 10 years/150,000 miles
Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder hybrid engine/236-hp
Standard Fuel Mileage: 42-city/41-hwy (test model)
What’s New: The Crown is a carryover for the 2026 model year with absolutely no new changes.
A bold design language for Toyota
The height of the vehicle is elevated higher than a traditional sedan
A high level of safety driving aids
A high level of safety driving aids
Automatic high beams
21-inch black matte wheels
Leather seats
A crystal clear JBL audio system
Two hybrid powertrains available
Available in four trims
AWD only
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Wireless charging
HUD (heads up display) available on higher level Platinum trim only
Co-pilot assist with radar activated cruise control
But:
Based on the exterior design, we can’t tell if it’s a sedan or a crossover?
Uses Toyota’s inconsistent voice activation system which controls the infotainment system
No power sunroof available
Only available in an AWD configuration
HUD (heads up display) available on higher level Platinum trim only
The navigation system is a cloud-based 1-year subscription
Verdict: After replacing the boxy looking Avalon several years ago, the bold looking Crown continues to serve as the brand’s flagship vehicle.
At a starting price under $43,000, the four-door sedan, which appeals to a more youthful demographic when compared to its predecessor, is only available in an AWD configuration. The non-conventional design language of the Crown exudes attributes from both the sedan and crossover segments, providing the best of both worlds.
Yet, unlike a traditional sedan, the Crown is 4-inches taller than the Camry, which in turn translates to a higher seating position.
Moreover, depending upon the trim, consumers can opt for one of two hybrid powertrains. For those opting for the higher end Platinum trim, they’ll gain more horsepower, while sacrificing MPG. And like in our Nightshade trim, consumers can opt for an even more distinctive appearance, ranging from black matte finished wheels to black mirror caps and badging.
Furthermore, with its comfortable car-like ride, the Crown can be outfitted with such features as 21-inch wheels, leather seats, a high-end JBL audio system, wireless charging, a 12-inch infotainment screen and the latest safety driving aids. Despite all of these features, consumers will have to opt out of a power panoramic roof. Due to the design, Toyota was only able to integrate a fixed panoramic roof with a power sunshade.
So, for those seeking a sedan, with a higher ride height and near premium ride experience, the Crown is worth considering.
Competition: None
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