Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Land Cruiser

By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-05 · Specs from the manufacturers and fueleconomy.gov · Prices paid from CarWhere verified deals

The short answer

The 2027 4Runner costs far less, starting at $43,490 versus $58,180, and offers an optional third row, a gas engine and an available 326-hp hybrid. The 2027 Land Cruiser makes that 326-hp hybrid and full-time four-wheel drive standard, but seats five. Both are rated to tow 6,000 lb and 23 mpg combined as hybrids.

Key differences

  • The Toyota 4Runner starts $14,690 lower (base MSRP $43,490 vs $58,180, before destination).
  • The Land Cruiser is 1.5 in longer (194.9 vs 196.4 in).
  • The Toyota 4Runner seats up to 7; the Land Cruiser seats up to 5.
  • Max cargo: 90.2 cu ft (Toyota 4Runner) vs 82.1 cu ft (Land Cruiser).

4Runner vs Land Cruiser specs side by side

Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Land Cruiser specifications
Toyota 4RunnerToyota Land Cruiser
Model year compared20272027
Base MSRP range (excl. destination)$43,490–$68,870$58,180–$64,255
Destination chargeNot published$1,450
Powertrains (hp / torque)i-FORCE 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder: 278 hp / 317 lb-ft · i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder hybrid: 326 hp / 465 lb-fti-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder hybrid: 326 hp / 465 lb-ft
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)i-FORCE RWD: 20/26/22 mpg · i-FORCE part-time 4WD: 19/25/21 mpg · i-FORCE Limited full-time 4WD: 20/24/21 mpg · i-FORCE MAX 4WD: 23/24/23 mpgi-FORCE MAX full-time 4WD: 22/25/23 mpg
Seating5–75
Cargo behind rear row48.4 cu ft46.2 cu ft
Max cargo (seats folded)90.2 cu ft82.1 cu ft
Max towing6,000 lb6,000 lb
AWD / 4WDAvailableStandard
Length194.9 in196.4 in
Width78 in77.9 in
Height72.6 in75.7 in
Wheelbase112.2 in112.2 in
Ground clearance8.1 in7.9 in
  • Toyota 4Runner: 2027 specs and base MSRPs as listed on toyota.com. Destination (DPH) for 2027 not published on the pages used, so null. Dimensions are SR5; height 72.6-74.0 in and ground clearance 8.1-10.1 in by grade (TRD Pro/Trailhunter: 79.9 in wide, 10.1 in clearance). Cargo is 5-seat i-FORCE (48.4 behind 2nd row / 90.2 max); i-FORCE MAX 42.6 / 82.6; available third row (SR5, Limited) 12.1 behind 3rd / 44.8 behind 2nd / 84.4 max. Towing 6,000 lb (5,800 Platinum, Trailhunter, TRD Pro). Trailhunter i-FORCE MAX rated 323 hp. i-FORCE MAX grades are offered as TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium and Limited variants plus Platinum, Trailhunter and TRD Pro. MPG figures are Toyota-published estimates.
  • Land Cruiser: Base MSRPs as currently listed on toyota.com (the April 2026 release quoted a $57,880 start). Destination is the $1,450 Dealer Processing and Handling fee stated in the April 2026 release (subject to change, may vary by state). Width 77.9 in body / 83.2 in with mirrors; height 75.7 in (1958) / 76.1 in (Land Cruiser grade). Ground clearance 7.9 in; running ground clearance 8.3 in. Full-time 4WD standard. Premium Package is an option on the Land Cruiser grade, not a separate trim.

What buyers actually paid

Median discount off MSRP from CarWhere's verified, buyer-submitted deal sheets for new 4Runner and Land Cruiser purchases. Each model is matched exactly, so no other nameplate is mixed in. Use the median as a target discount when you negotiate.

Toyota 4Runner

4.9% off MSRP (median)

Middle half of buyers: 2.1% to 6.7% off · 1.7% paid over MSRP

59 verified deals · model years 2025–2026

Toyota Land Cruiser

2.8% off MSRP (median)

Middle half of buyers: 0% to 4.6% off · 4.3% paid over MSRP

93 verified deals · model years 2025–2027

Snapshot 2026-11-05. Approved, de-duplicated deals only; shown when each side has at least 5 deals. % off MSRP is before rebates. Methodology

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FAQ

Which is better, the Toyota 4Runner or the Land Cruiser?

The 2027 4Runner costs far less, starting at $43,490 versus $58,180, and offers an optional third row, a gas engine and an available 326-hp hybrid. The 2027 Land Cruiser makes that 326-hp hybrid and full-time four-wheel drive standard, but seats five. Both are rated to tow 6,000 lb and 23 mpg combined as hybrids.

Is the Toyota 4Runner cheaper than the Land Cruiser?

The Toyota 4Runner has the lower starting price: the 2027 Toyota 4Runner starts at $43,490 and tops out at $68,870, and the 2027 Land Cruiser starts at $58,180 and tops out at $64,255. Those are base MSRPs before destination, from the manufacturers.

Is the Toyota 4Runner bigger than the Land Cruiser?

The Toyota 4Runner is 194.9 in long on a 112.2-in wheelbase; the Land Cruiser is 196.4 in on a 112.2-in wheelbase. Maximum cargo space is 90.2 vs 82.1 cu ft. Seating: 5–7 vs 5.

Which tows more, the Toyota 4Runner or the Land Cruiser?

Both are rated to tow up to 6,000 lb when properly equipped.

Which gets better gas mileage?

Combined ratings: 21–23 mpg for the Toyota 4Runner and 23 mpg for the Land Cruiser, depending on powertrain and drivetrain. Figures are EPA ratings from fueleconomy.gov, or the manufacturer's estimate where the EPA has not yet listed the new model year (see notes under the table).

How much off MSRP are buyers getting on the Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser?

In CarWhere's verified deals, the median Toyota 4Runner buyer paid 4.9% below MSRP (59 deals) and the median Land Cruiser buyer paid 2.8% below MSRP (93 deals). Use those as a target discount when you negotiate; results vary by trim, region and month.

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Sources

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