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2026 Toyota Crown
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2026 Toyota Crown

The 2023 Toyota Crown replaces the Avalon sedan. It sits higher than a sedan but lower than an SUV, features a swoopy roofline at the back, and comes exclusively as a hybrid. Most versions have a 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid that is paired with an electronic CVT and gets an EPA rated 41 mpg combined. A 340-hp, 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid paired with a six-speed automatic, used in the top version, is rated 30 mpg combined. All-wheel drive is standard. The five-passenger interior features 12.5-inch screens for both the instrument cluster and the infotainment system. Despite its sleek hatchback looks, the Crown features a regular trunk. AEB with pedestrian detection, AEB highway, BSW, and RCTW are standard.

Market value
$42,938
Fuel
Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Hybrid
Body style
sedan
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Large cars
Generation began
2023

Pricing

Current retail median
$42,938
Retail value range
$39,975 - $51,175
Original MSRP range
$41,440 - $54,990
Trade-in range
$37,380 - $47,940

Ratings

Road test score
84/100
Reliability
4/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

Fuel economy

EPA city
42 MPG
EPA highway
41 MPG
EPA combined
41 MPG
Tested city
33 MPG
Tested highway
49 MPG
Tested overall
42 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$930
Cruising range
605 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.9 sec
0-60 mph
8 sec
60-0 mph braking
134 ft
Avoidance speed
53 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
196 in
Width
72 in
Height
61 in
Wheelbase
112 in
Weight
4,035 lb
Maximum load
905 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
2.5 in
Front leg room
44 in
Rear head room
2.5 in
Rear leg room
34 in
Luggage
2+2+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
6/10
Greenhouse gas score
7/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Toyota

Toyota mostly fulfills its reputation for building efficient and exceptionally reliable vehicles. Most of their models do well in our testing, thanks to their impressive fuel economy, comfortable rides, quiet cabins, and ease of getting in and out. All of this makes Toyotas among the best options for used vehicles. The brand was a hybrid pioneer, starting with the original Prius. Toyota has evolved and expanded that technology, and most vehicles in its lineup are available as a hybrid. Toyota also sells a number of plug-in hybrids, which were once called Prime but are now simply referred to as Plug-in. The company also knows how to add a dose of excitement into its lineup. The GR86, GR Corolla, and Supra are legit, fun-to-drive sports cars. However, some models we’ve tested have been disappointing. The company’s EV, the bZ4X SUV, is mediocre.

Vehicle ID: 36250 Updated: December 4, 2025

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