One’s an SUV and one’s a truck. But don’t be fooled—these new Toyotas share lots of DNA.
Monica GondermanWriterManufacturerPhotographer
Ready or not, Toyota has a bunch of big changes up its proverbial sleeve for 2024, including the introduction of a back-from-the-dead Land Cruiser (Toyota's longest-running nameplate) and a (finally) fully redesigned Tacoma. Obviously, these off-roaders don't play in the same automotive class—the Land Cruiser being an SUV and the Tacoma classified as a midsize truck—but they still share more than a Toyota badge: platform, engine, tech, off-road features, and more. See what else binds this unlikely duo in our 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma specs comparison.
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Platform
After the demise of our shore's 200 series Land Cruiser a few years ago (that returned globally as the 300 series to other markets worldwide), a brand new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser returns to our shores as a two-row, five-seater SUV that's 4.4 inches narrower and 1.2 inches shorter than the outgoing 200 series. And no, it does not replace the U.S.-based 4Runner.
Likewise, a new fourth-generation 2024 Tacoma replaces the outdated third-gen that originally debuted for the 2016 model year.
The Land Cruiser and Tacoma both utilize the TNGA-F (Toyota New Global Architecture F-series) body-on-frame global truck/SUV platform, shared with the new Tundra and Sequoia.
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Trims
Initial Land Cruiser trims include the First Edition (limited to 5,000 units), 1958, and Land Cruiser. Interestingly, First Edition and 1958 trims get rounded headlights, while the Land Cruiser trim gets rectangular headlights.
The two- or five-passenger midsize 2024 Tacoma truck comes as a two-door (XtraCab) with a six-foot bed or as a four-door (Double Cab) with a five- or six-foot bed. There are eight trims: SR, SR5, TRD PreRunner, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, Trailhunter, and TRD Pro.d
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Engines
The Land Cruiser is powered by one hybrid powertrain—Toyota's new i-Force Max 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and 48-hp electric motor combo that make a combined 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. It's backed by an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The Tacoma gets this same hybrid i-Force Max mated to an eight-speed automatic on upper trims, but leading up to that premium hybrid are three other combos: base 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder with 228 hp/243 lb-ft (eight-speed auto; SR only) and i-Force 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder with 270 hp/310 lb-ft (six-speed manual) or 278 hp/317 lb-ft (eight-speed auto). That's right: You can get a manual Tacoma.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro i-Force Max hybrid engine bay
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Drivetrain
The Land Cruiser has a standard full-time four-wheel-drive system with an electronically controlled two-speed high/low transfer case and an automatic limited-slip differential. A standard electronic rear locking differential splits power 50/50, and there's a center diff lock.
The Tacoma comes in both two- and four-wheel drive. The two-wheel drive has an automatic limited-slip differential (with a rear e-locker available); the four-wheel drive has an electronically controlled two-speed high/low transfer case, active traction control, and an automatic limited-slip differential. Off-road oriented grades—including TRD PreRunner, TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter—get a standard electronic locking rear differential. Limited models with the hybrid powertrain boast a Torsen-style full-time four-wheel drive system with a a two-speed transfer case and center differential lock.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser interior
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Suspension
The Land Cruiser is underpinned by a control-arm front suspension with twin-tube shocks and a coil-sprung multilink rear suspension.
Although rear leaf springs remain standard on the Tacoma SR, SR5 XtraCab, and the TRD PreRunner, an available new multi-link rear suspension swaps the leaves for a set of coils. Shock options abound depending on trim: twin-tube, TRD sport-tuned twin-tube, Bilstein monotubes, Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), 2.5-inch Fox, and 2.5-inch Old Man Emu.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter rear suspension
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Off-Road Tech and Gear
The Land Cruiser and Tacoma can be optioned with Multi-Terrain Select (which offers multiple drive modes); crawl and downhill assist control; Multi-Terrain Monitor (which offers multiple views thanks to cameras around the vehicle), and a front stabilizer bar disconnect.
The Land Cruiser First Edition gets a unique front skid plate, roof rack, and rock rails.
The Tacoma also gets Multi-Terrain Select, upgraded to allow you touse it on the fly without having to shift the truck into 4-Low.
The Tacoma Trailhunter gets hot stamped steel skid plates, high-mount air intake, rock rails, ARB steel rear bumper with red rear recovery hooks, bed utility bar, Rigid LED fog lamps, and an integrated air compressor in the bed. The TRD Pro gets fancy IsoDynamic Performance seats.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser center console
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Wheels and Tires
All Land Cruiser come with 18-inch alloy wheels as standard equipment with optional 20s. First Edition and Land Cruiser trims are fitted with a 265/70R18 tire, while the 1958 base trim gets a slightly smaller 245/70R18 size.
The Tacoma, now with four-wheel disc brakes, gets 17- or 18-inch wheels, with 33-inch 265/70R18 Goodyear Territory R/T tires available.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Approach, Departure, and Breakover Angles
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser has maximum 31-degree approach, 25-degree breakover, and 22-degree departure angles.
The 2024 Tacoma boasts maximum 33.8-degree approach, 23.5-degree breakover, and 25.7-degree departure angles.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Towing and Hauling
The Land Cruiser can tow 6,000 pounds.
The Tacoma can tow 6,500 pounds and haul 1,709 pounds.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Interior
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Tech Features
Upper Land Cruiser trims have a 12.3-inch touchscreen (and gauge display of a similar size), 10-speaker sound system, USB-C data and charging ports, and more. An available Premium package adds tech goodies such as a digital rearview mirror, head-up display, and a 14-speaker JBL audio setup.
Upper Tacoma trims feature a 14.0-inch infotainment screen, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster display, upgraded 10-speaker JBL sound system (that includes that nifty portable speaker), head-up display, heated and cooled front seats, power running boards and tailgate, USB-C data and charging ports, and more.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Interior
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Safety Features
Both the Land Cruiser and the Tacoma have standard Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane tracing assist, Proactive Driving Assist (which provides gentle braking into curves), and much more.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Digital Gauge Cluster
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Colors
The 2024 Land Cruiser will be offered in seven exterior color choices: Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Underground, Black, and Meteor Shower. Two two-tone colors, Trail Dust and Heritage Blue, feature light gray roofs.
The Tacoma comes in Supersonic Red, Blue Crush Metallic, Underground, Wind Chill Pearl, Solar Octane, Celestial Silver Metallic, Black, Ice Cap, Bronze Oxide, and Terra (TRD Pro-exclusive color).
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Manufacturing and Availability
The 2024 Land Cruiser will be built in Toyota Motor Corporation's Tahara and Hino plants in Japan and is expected to launch in the spring of 2024.
The Tacoma will be manufactured at Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Baja California (TMMBC) and Guanajuato (TMMGT). Expect its arrival in late 2023, with the hybrid arriving in spring of 2024.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Interior
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Starting Price
Exact pricing is forthcoming, but the Land Cruiser is estimated to start in the mid-$50,000 range and the Tacoma in the $30,000-$50,000 range.
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Interior
2024 Land Cruiser vs. 2024 Tacoma: Key Differences
- The Tacoma's optional i-Force Max hybrid powertrain (mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission) and full-time four-wheel drive are the sole, standard offerings on the Land Cruiser. This means there is no manual transmission or two-wheel drive Land Cruiser, unlike the Tacoma.
- Tacoma has a more robust offering of trims, including TRD Pro and Trailhunter, although we could see more Land Cruiser trims introduced later.
- Tacoma offers a 14.0-inch touchscreen; Land Cruiser offers a 12.3-inch.
- Tacoma is a midsize truck and Land Cruiser is an SUV. Duh. Both have their advantages and disadvantages.
- Land Cruiser offers a 20-inch wheel; Tacoma does not.
- Max towing is 500 pounds more for Tacoma.
- Tacoma TRD Pro has unique IsoDynamic Performance seats.
- As for track performance? We'll see!
Pictured: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser cargo area
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FAQs
How much is a 2024 Land Cruiser? ›
Prices for the new Land Cruiser will start at around $55,000, further underscoring the model's roots as a rugged off-roader rather than a comfortable errand-runner. It's expected to be available in the United States in the spring of 2024.
What is the difference between the 2024 and 2023 Tacoma? ›While the 2023 Tacoma was equipped with a standard 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine that offered 159 horsepower, the standard 2024 Tacoma engine is an i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged powertrain that generates up to 278 horsepower! You'll also find an available i-FORCE MAX hybrid engine for even more power.
How much will the 2024 Toyota Tacoma Electric cost? ›Toyota says the 2024 Tacoma TRD Pro sits two inches higher in the front and an inch and a half higher in the rear while being three inches wider than a Tacoma SR5.
Can I buy a 2023 Land Cruiser in the US? ›The Land Cruiser was discontinued in the United States after the 2021 model year, but Toyota teases its return across its social media platforms. This announcement comes on the heels of the Lexus GX reveal, another body-on-frame SUV.
Why is Land Cruiser not sold in usa? ›The reason the Toyota Land Cruiser wasn't working sales-wise is simple. The way it was sold in the US didn't fit its purpose. For some reason, Toyota decided to market the Land Cruiser as a luxury vehicle instead of an off-roader. This was never going to work.
Is it worth waiting for 2024 Tacoma? ›Ultimately, the decision of whether to buy a 2023 Toyota Tacoma now or wait for the 2024 model is up to you. If you can wait, the 2024 model may be a better option for you. However, if you need a truck now, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma is still a great choice.
Will the 2024 Tacoma be more expensive? ›We expect the base model will be a bit more expensive, with bigger price increases at the top end. The TRD Pro and Trailhunter models will likely rival the likes of the Ranger Raptor and GMC Canyon AT4X with price tags north of $50,000.
Is the 2024 Toyota Tacoma out yet? ›Pricing for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma hasn't been released yet, but the truck will go on sale in late 2023, with the hybrid drivetrain arriving in spring of 2024.
How many miles per gallon will the 2024 Tacoma get? ›In addition to its impressive power, the Tacoma Hybrid is also very efficient. The EPA estimates that the Tacoma Hybrid will get up to 24 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. This makes it one of the most fuel-efficient mid-size trucks on the market. The Tacoma Hybrid is also very capable off-road.
Will 2024 Tacoma have a V6? ›
The king of midsize trucks ushers in a new generation with no V6 but plenty of options. The 2024 Toyota Tacoma is scheduled to hit dealer lots late this year, while hybrid models arrive in spring 2024.
How big is the bed in the 2024 Tacoma? ›The new Tacoma will be available in both two and four-door configurations, with options for both five and six-foot beds. Two door Tacos are dubbed XtraCab, and feature a cargo area behind the seats, rather than extra passenger capacity.
What is the high end Tacoma? ›Which 2023 Tacoma Model Is Best for Off-Roading? The top-of-the-line TRD Pro is the best Tacoma model for off-roading. Along with four-wheel drive, it brings a TRD-tuned suspension and exhaust, Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, a multiterrain monitor and an upgraded front skid plate.
What motor will the 2024 Tacoma have? ›Standard i-FORCE turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine produces up to 278 horsepower, 317 lb.
Will the 2024 Tacoma fit 35s? ›The short answer is... kind of. Even though the largest factory tire on the 2024 Tacoma is larger than those on the outgoing Tacoma, there is no way around it—you'll have to cut some metal to fit bigger tires if you try and go big without adding any suspension lift.
How much will the Land Cruiser 2023 cost? ›| Price | Ranges from $ 89,181.00 to $143,101.00 |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 2021 |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| VIN Plate Location | Driver Side Front Chassis |
| Compliance Plate Location | Lower Pass Side Centre Pillar |
Toyota Landcruiser Prado 2023 Price in Nigeria ranges from ₦68,000,000 to ₦125,000,000.
How much is the Land Cruiser 2023? ›The 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser comes with six trims: GX, GXL, VX, Sahara, GR Sport, and Sahara ZX. The base price starts at an MSRP of $89,990 for its GX trim and goes up to the MSRP of $138,790 for the Sahara ZX.
What is the price of Land Cruiser Top Model 2023? ›Latest Update: Toyota's luxury SUV, the Land Cruiser LC300, has been launched at the Auto Expo 2023. Price: The new Land Cruiser is priced at Rs 2.1 crore (ex-showroom pan India). Variant: It is offered in a single fully loaded ZX variant. Seating Capacity: It can seat up to five people.