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This Toyota SUV Is Making A Return - Visit Toyota of Des Moines in Grimes, IA
Toyota is bringing back one of its legendary models to the U.S. market – the Land Cruiser. It was pulled out from the American market after its 2022 redesign. But now it's making a comeback. You'll soon see the 2025 Land Cruiser displayed at the showroom of Toyota of Des Moines in Grimes, IA.
More information about the upcoming Land Cruiser is provided below.
Significance of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
The Land Cruiser is a symbol of off-road resilience. Toyota's leadership has been hinting at its return, although not as we remember it. The J300 model won't be reintroduced due to its high cost, limited sales volume, and considerable overlap with the Lexus LX. Instead, Toyota plans to reestablish the Land Cruiser nameplate with a more manageable size at a more attractive price tag. Watch out for it at Toyota of Des Moines in IA.
The Platform of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
A different chassis code and a condensed version of the TNGA-F architecture are expected for this scaled-down Land Cruiser. It is expected to sit above the Tacoma pickup and 4Runner SUV and beneath the full-size Sequoia.
Looking ahead, the next-generation 4Runner is expected to retain its size. It may also ditch its third-row seating while competing directly with adventure vehicles such as the four-door Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco. This opens a niche for the Land Cruiser at Toyota of Des Moines in IA. It will likely be based on the global Toyota Prado, similar to the 2024 Lexus GX. A small third-row seating option and the Prado's stadium-style seating arrangement are possible.
Suspension of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
While some new Tacoma models utilize a traditional leaf-spring rear suspension, the new Land Cruiser will benefit from a multilink, coil-sprung setup. It will have a live axle from the off-road variants and standard four-wheel drive.
Engine Specifications
According to a recent leak, the Toyota Prado will not have a V-6 engine. This hints that the U.S. Land Cruiser will likely follow suit when it becomes available at Toyota of Des Moines in IA. It will offer I-4 engines, much like the 2024 Toyota Tacoma.
This implies that the powerful twin-turbo V-6 and hybrid V-6 options from the larger Sequoia and Tundra won't be available. This aligns with the idea of the new Land Cruiser slotting between the Sequoia and 4Runner.
Could the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Borrow Engines From the Tacoma?
Incorporating the 2.4-liter, turbocharged I-4s from the 2024 Tacoma could be beneficial for the Land Cruiser. The base 270-horsepower engine from the Tacoma might not be on offer. But the slightly more potent 278-horsepower engine could be a plausible starting point. The hybrid i-Force MAX 2.4-liter turbo I-4 hybrid with 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque would make an excellent high-end engine.
Predicted Pricing and Release Date of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
The forthcoming Land Cruiser is likely to be significantly less expensive than the previous generation. The 2020 Heritage model was nearly $90,000. The new model is expected to be available at Toyota of Des Moines in IA, with a price range of $55,000–$65,000.
Browse the Inventory of Toyota of Des Moines in IA
While waiting for the new Toyota Land Cruiser, we invite you to browse the online inventory of Toyota of Des Moines. When you find a model you like, contact the team to schedule a test drive. We hope to see you in our showroom in Grimes, IA, soon.
Sources:
https://www.caranddriver.com/toyota/land-cruiser
https://www.motorbiscuit.com/2025-toyota-land-cruiser-everything-know-far/