2018 Toyota Land Cruiser

Some vehicles are classic. The Land Cruiser is one of those vehicles that has stood the test of time and remained iconic for decades. This premium four-wheel-drive off-roader is best suited for rough terrains and comes fully loaded for the greatest adventures. It is more powerful than the Sequoia and gets some interesting upgrades for the 2018 edition.

The exterior is bold and brawny, with an attractive front end design, chrome side accents, and bright LED lighting. The iconic Land Cruiser logo grabs attention wherever you go. The LED low and high beams to help you see whether day or night and the fog lights are meant to help during bad weather. Bringing the look together are the LED taillights, which both illuminate and add to the style.

The 2018 Land Cruiser runs on the 5.7L V-8 engine producing 381 horsepower and 401-pound feet of torque when paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. As far as fuel economy is concerned, the Land Cruiser is 13 mpg for city and 18 mpg for highway. The undercarriage comes with anti-skid plates to keep you safe on slippery surfaces, while the high tensile steel and the four-link rear suspension provide better stability and handling.

Just because it's built for off-road adventures doesn't mean it can't be stylish inside. For starters, the heated steering wheel also features controls for Bluetooth, audio system, and multi-information display. All seats are leather trimmed with heating and ventilation. The dashboard is big, with a touchscreen display and responsive controls. All rows feature climate control, so no matter what the temperature outside, you and your passengers remain cozy and comfortable.

Talking of off-road capability, the Land Cruiser has some features meant specifically for managing rough terrains. The Multi-Terrain Monitor allows you to view your front, rear, and side surroundings on the 9-inch navigation screen. The Multi-Terrain Select lets you choose different driving modes for different terrains, including rock, rock and dirt, loose rock, and mud and sand. The traction is improved on rough terrain with the limited slip differential, so you have a better grip on tough terrains. Besides these, there are standard safety features like ten airbags, vehicle stability control, blind spot monitor, rare cross traffic alert, side impact beams, traction control and brake assist.

The 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser has been around for years and continues to be a favorite. Test drive one to get the full experience.