
The 2016 Land Cruiser is a capable off-roader with a stratospheric price tag that places it in the league with some heavy hitting luxury rivals.
The Land Rover Range Rover offers unmatched recognition and equally good off-roading prowess.
The Mercedes-Benz GL isn't quite the off-roader, but it's a comfortable, stylish option with an available diesel engine.
Two rivals come from the Toyota/Lexus family.
The Toyota Sequoia offers more practicality at a lower price, but it's not as good off-road.
It can tow, though, so it's worth considering if you're just in need of a family hauler.
The Lexus LX might make more sense in this segment, as the Land Cruiser's near-twin with more cachet.
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Quick Specs | ||||
Better equipped and more expensive than ever, the 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser is an off-road beast that offers some on-road comfort for its likely suburban lifestyle. |
Few vehicles can equal the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover's levels of performance and luxury on pavement; even fewer can keep up with it off-road. |
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is an ancient off-roader with modern mechanicals, a luxurious interior, and astronomical pricing. It makes almost no sense, which is why people seem to gravitate toward it. |
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class wraps up to seven people in luxury, and offers a pleasant ride with either diesel fuel economy or willing gasoline power. |
The 2015 Toyota Sequoia has room for the entire family and can tow a boat with ease, but its a challenge to maneuver for daily driving, and it's thirsty, too. |
MSRP From | ||||
$83,825 | $84,950 | $119,900 | $64,550 | $44,395 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
13 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 14 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 17 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Regular Unleaded V-8 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8 | Intercooled Turbo Diesel V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-8 |
EPA Class | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Style Name | ||||
4-Door 4WD (GS) | 4WD 4-Door | 4MATIC 4-Door G 550 | 4MATIC 4-Door GL 350 BlueTEC | RWD 5.7L SR5 (SE) |
Drivetrain | ||||
Four Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel | All Wheel | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
8 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | 4MATIC | Sport Utility |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2016 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2016 Land Rover Range Rover | 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz G Class | 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2015 Toyota Sequoia |