The Toyota Land Cruiser is often featured in adventure television programs navigating dusty African roads or maneuvering through rainforests. Although the auto company discontinued the model in 2021, its cult following prompted them to reintroduce it. The 2025 version is a four-wheel-drive hybrid vehicle designed to take you anywhere, from rural gravel roads to the tight parking spaces of downtown Topeka.
Lewis Toyota's general manager Mike Surey is currently driving the premium style Land Cruiser in color Underground with a black interior. He says, "I've been driving a truck for essentially the last ten years, pretty consistently. At one point in time, I was kind of a Jeep guy, too. The Land Cruiser is the best of both worlds. The seats are slightly more comfortable, and the leather is a little more subtle and luxurious. It handles fantastically. Then, of course, you still have your utilitarian space in the back, which is great for me when I go golfing or transporting whatever the kids need."
Some comfort highlights of the Land Cruiser include a 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen, a heads-up display, a console cool box that keeps your drinks cold while you drive, and heated/ventilated front seats. When headed out on an adventure, this SUV has a 60/40 split rear seat for storage, and the roof can hold 770 pounds of gear. If tech is a necessity, there is also a Qi wireless charger and USB-C charging ports.
Surey adds, "This is the best handling vehicle I've ever been in. When we had those 17 inches of snow this winter, I was cruising around town with no problems whatsoever. It was phenomenal."
To test drive a Land Cruiser, visit Lewis Toyota of Topeka at 2951 SW Fairlawn Road or get more info at LewisToyota.com.
Toyota 2025 Land Cruiser Specs
· Styles: Land Cruiser 1958 and premium Land Cruiser
· Engine: i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid Turbocharged, Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 16-Valve, D-4S Fuel Injection
· Horsepower: 326 hp @ 6000 rpm
· Torque: 465 lb.-ft.
· Full-time 4-wheel-drive
· Rear and center locking differentials
· Multi-Terrain Select with Crawl Control
· Stabilizer disconnect mechanism
· 2400W power outlet
· Three Drive Modes: Normal, Sport, and Eco
· MPG: 22 city, 25 highway, 23 combined
· Maximum Towing Weight: 6,000 lbs.
· Fuel Capacity: 17.9 gal.
· Blind spot monitor
· Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
· Available moon roof
· Pricing: Land Cruiser1958 $56,000 base. Premium Land Cruiser $61,470 base.