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2025 Toyota Crown- What's New for 2025
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2025 Toyota Crown
Keeping the full-size sedan segment alive
The Crown name returned to the US in 2022 as an all-new sedan that filled the void left by the long-running Avalon. The current Crown has an innovative look with bold styling, an elevated ride height and exclusive hybrid powertrain.
For 2025 it is available in four grades known as XLE, Limited, Nightshade (new) and Platinum... all coming standard with AWD. The Crown is available with the choice of either the Hybrid MAX or standard Toyota Hybrid System. The standard system pairs front and rear electric motors with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine to deliver a combined 236 horsepower. The Hybrid MAX utilizes a turbocharged 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and two electric motors with a combined 340 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque.
2025 models are already arriving at dealers with the only change being the new Nightshade grade. 2025 model prices start at $41,440 for the XLE and top out at a starting price of $54,990 for the Platinum. Competition is limited as the Crown sits in a unique segment. The most logical competitors include the Acura TLX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Subaru Legacy, and Lexus ES. Many of its initial full-size competitors such as the Nissan Maxima, Volkswagen Arteon, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 have all faced the chopping block this year.
The latest trim to join the Crown lineup is all aesthetic. Featuring new dark badging, black handles, and 21-inch 10-spoke wheels with matte-black finish, the Nightshade edition is sure to turn heads. Built off the Limited grade, it adds a bold and striking contrast to the lineup. Nightshade models are available in two colors, either Storm Cloud or Black.
The Toyota Crown sits in a class of its own now with its larger size, elevated height, and hybrid-only powertrains. It's a unique offering that offers a nice alternative to the long list of crossovers. With a modern design, respectable power, and refined ride quality it is a great alternative to higher priced luxury models. While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, for the right buyer this is a solid option from Toyota.
First Impression Summary:
Test Vehicle: 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade
Exterior Color: Storm Cloud
Interior Color: Black Leather
Options: Illuminated Door Sills ($345), Side Puddle Lamps ($165), Carpet Mat Package ($189), Mudguards ($155), Dash Cam ($375)
MSRP as tested: $51,158 (With Delivery/Destination)
Pros: Hybrid Powertrain, Turbocharged power, Refined Ride Quality, Standard AWD, Intuitive Technology
Cons: Average Fuel Economy, Average Cargo Room, Quirky Electronic Gear Selector
2025 Toyota Crown
Keeping the full-size sedan segment alive
The Crown name returned to the US in 2022 as an all-new sedan that filled the void left by the long-running Avalon. The current Crown has an innovative look with bold styling, an elevated ride height and exclusive hybrid powertrain.
For 2025 it is available in four grades known as XLE, Limited, Nightshade (new) and Platinum... all coming standard with AWD. The Crown is available with the choice of either the Hybrid MAX or standard Toyota Hybrid System. The standard system pairs front and rear electric motors with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine to deliver a combined 236 horsepower. The Hybrid MAX utilizes a turbocharged 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and two electric motors with a combined 340 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque.
2025 models are already arriving at dealers with the only change being the new Nightshade grade. 2025 model prices start at $41,440 for the XLE and top out at a starting price of $54,990 for the Platinum. Competition is limited as the Crown sits in a unique segment. The most logical competitors include the Acura TLX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Subaru Legacy, and Lexus ES. Many of its initial full-size competitors such as the Nissan Maxima, Volkswagen Arteon, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 have all faced the chopping block this year.
The latest trim to join the Crown lineup is all aesthetic. Featuring new dark badging, black handles, and 21-inch 10-spoke wheels with matte-black finish, the Nightshade edition is sure to turn heads. Built off the Limited grade, it adds a bold and striking contrast to the lineup. Nightshade models are available in two colors, either Storm Cloud or Black.
The Toyota Crown sits in a class of its own now with its larger size, elevated height, and hybrid-only powertrains. It's a unique offering that offers a nice alternative to the long list of crossovers. With a modern design, respectable power, and refined ride quality it is a great alternative to higher priced luxury models. While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, for the right buyer this is a solid option from Toyota.
First Impression Summary:
Test Vehicle: 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade
Exterior Color: Storm Cloud
Interior Color: Black Leather
Options: Illuminated Door Sills ($345), Side Puddle Lamps ($165), Carpet Mat Package ($189), Mudguards ($155), Dash Cam ($375)
MSRP as tested: $51,158 (With Delivery/Destination)
Pros: Hybrid Powertrain, Turbocharged power, Refined Ride Quality, Standard AWD, Intuitive Technology
Cons: Average Fuel Economy, Average Cargo Room, Quirky Electronic Gear Selector
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Love a nice wagon, looks the biz!!
What year of the xc60 ?.
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Everything looks good except the infotainment system. The screen bezel is ridiculous.
Front red stripe is gay
I hope y'all liked my 2024 Dodge SRT 392. Thank u God and blessings to all
Maybe viewers should be able to watch you actually drive the vehicle you review in a video you title "2025 Subaru Forester - First Drive."
The 2023 autobahn black trim remains the top dog in my book
I'm done with this engine. It's a painful to keep after 40k miles. This thing is nice, but the mpg it's not good and that multimedia stuff is a big no-go for me
What's wrong with the engine?
@jul5385 carbon build up after 40k miles. ..bc the direct fuel injection. And then, lots of electrical gremlins
@ does the warranty cover electric issues? Have you encountered water pump problems?
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392 cubic inches equals 6.4 liters
I have a 2019 GLI with manual transmission. It is fun to drive, but I get a disappointing 23.7 mpg for city driving. And that is driving like an old man, which I am.
Friggin old man
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They need to bring the 392 to Australia, would be such a big hit. Enjoy your v8 😊
Cool car.
It needs more power
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I have a 2023 G70 3.3T AWD Sport Prestige. It's really an absolute pleasure to own and drive, and a fantastic bang for the buck. Also, want to point out that this car is FAST (Relatively speaking of course...I also have an 825hp mustang in the garage). The only reason it isn't even quicker from 0-60, is just like Lexus they nerf the launch because it's incredibly hard on a car and they have a warranty to worry about. So there's a bit of a delay. But once it kicks in you're flying.
Get. A comma 3 x
Just got my Cadillac ct5…. Didn’t even realize what super cruise was…..pretty amazing….homerun…wow is all I can say… on the verge of complete autonomous driving
My heart fell when he said 5.7 😂 Picking up this exact whip tomorrow
i love mine it’s a great suv
It’s a 6.4 liter 392 on the side come on man
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Top trim level starts at $35k and this one grew $7k to $42k geez 😖🫣 Nice review however!
Just leased a Kona SEL AWD in the mirage green w/light grey interior. Just love this vehicle!
The grey bluish tint in this video which I like with the tan leather
Great video, love the LC! I just uploaded a lc video yesterday funnily enough.
Seems like you guys put a lot of effort into the video, but you gotta work on your thumbnails. No one is gonna click on a video with a blurry thumbnail. It looks low effort
Well said
Got same car and it's awesome.
The automatic Transmission that's coming out though is going to be 🔥
Got this exact car one month ago. Love it!
Pretty good car in the class. I had it's cousin, the Stinger GT1
Cool this is my dream car.. Love from Indonesia🇮🇩
How long until it notifies u that u need to touch the wheel?
best looking 4 door
I didn't know the 24 came in code orange. Noice
I was considering this but i bought the acura integra type s...priced at 51,364...and just couldn't find a lexus close enough to test drive. Once i drove the acura...it felt sporty and planted. I liked it more and more...plus 50k seems so reasonable nowadays.
I test drove acura type-s and is500 F. Type s is so nice but is500 f, boy owww boy what a machine, planted, sporty and comfy.
@user-ys1pg6pc7r yea..68k though with any decent options. Fast. But Type s handles better from what a few reviews have said.
N/A V8. Road presence. Lexus brand. It's understated. Reliable Daily Driver will a side of beef. It does need an exhaust, but the aftermarket world will fix that. You don't need to add a lot of aftermarket performance parts to make it better. It's that good.
I don’t think every car needs an exhaust
Probably around 78 grand. Over priced
65k
@jasonhayman9521 yea I was over a bit.. most I see are 66 to 68 with options.. I was over 10g
Used market is low 60 or upper 50s, tremendous value
@@likunjian1850 haha if you are a sucker
70k after taxes. w/o = 66k
Thanks for the quick to the point review.
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I just bought one yesterday 😅
How is the handing as far as body roll?
Nice video! thank you for the overview!
the hybridized version will have 326hp. not whatever you said. please double check the simple stuff before posting videos
That solar octane is beautiful
I LOVE I neeeed pacfici
Merci 😀
We just took delivery of the all electric n line s in ultimate red metallic here in the uk 🇬🇧 On the road price converted to dollars was $54'318😮 Seems you get the kona cheaper than we do.