Is the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser a BETTER new midsize SUV than a Toyota 4Runner?

FIRST DRIVE: The Land Cruiser is back in the USA and Toyota has made some big changes. On the outside you will discover all new sheet metal, LED lighting and 2-tone paint. On the inside you will be greeted by a soft-tex interior, 14in infotainment screen, and 12.3in digital gauge cluster. Under the hood is a 2.4L turbocharged inline-4 hybrid that produces 326HP & is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser a BETTER midsize SUV than a Toyota 4Runner?
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[@RaitisRides]

GOOD MORNING! Come take an ON ROAD & OFF ROAD drive with me in the all new Land Cruise! Let me know what you think of it in the comments! I hope you have a great day! 😊

[@chrisgelo1425]

Can't wait to see the 1958 edition Joe 👌

[@Quinn4124]

Great review! Quick question, are the rear seats heated? Also, not sure if the GX550 warrants the additional $$ and wait time. Up here in Canada the GX550 Overtrail+ is $106k Cdn with a very long wait time. I had my name added to the list in mid-February and I'm being given an October 2028 production. By comparison the LC is going to be around $15-20k less and wait times are more in the 2-3 year range.

[@RaitisRides]

@@chrisgelo1425yes sir!

[@RaitisRides]

@@Quinn4124yes they are! Great point!

[@noob.168]

Do u have the Camry vid tmw? Know 2 other car reviewers dropping it tmw.

[@chrisgelo1425]

The color with the white roof contrast is cool 😎

[@RaitisRides]

That is how I would spec mine

[@AmitBansal-ui5gs]

That is my favorite too. Will be here next month at my dealer.

[@Peteliao]

What a way to start the morning. Coffee, bagel, sun not even up yet, sitting on my patio watching Raitis Rides

[@loriraiti4924]

👏👏👏

[@RaitisRides]

Talk about breakfast of champions! I really appreciate you tuning in!

[@RaitisRides]

@@loriraiti4924we have the best supporters

[@ellem7175]

Great way to spend the morning! 😊

[@shaik802003]

Thank you Joe for bringing us one more detailed review. We love your videos ❤❤. When it is available for customer ?

[@omarcortes5754]

Love the boxy shape, it looks really good.

[@RaitisRides]

It fits it perfectly

[@jah13ang]

Great review! LC looks awesome. Is this the optional Premium package? Between this and GX Overtrail

[@henrybrar]

The return of FJ Cruiser.

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there

[@rjejames28]

It does seem like a 4 door fj in a good way

[@The_Hi_Life]

Yeah a $66,000 FJ cruiser… 😣

[@rjejames28]

@The_Hi_Life they have 55k version, kinda inline with other offroad vehicles, bronco, wrangler ect.

[@user-hi8be7ol1m]

Best reviews as always! Personally deciding between the Tacoma/4Runner and cant decide if the hybrid powertrain will be worth it or not

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@DrifterB]

Nice review Joe! Be awesome if you do some reviews of cars or days past . 80s 90s . Bring me back to those high school years

[@RaitisRides]

I am actually working on things with that!

[@michaellui74]

Good morning Joe great video👍👍. Love the 4 runner look 👍

[@Irishmanbikes]

You don't need a panoramic sunroof, but I do like the standard moonroof and how quiet it rides going by.

[@ktm250xcw]

I love it! Even more than the new 4Runner, SEQUIA and Lexus GX. I’d go 1958 for price. That sunroof is all it needed.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good way to look at it

[@abrahamnutrition]

Great review Joe!

[@aronsajan]

Will we get the GX 550 with the same engine configuration?

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Joe, I like the way they raised both sides of the hood. When I think about there being no washer on the front camera, I think that it is a mistake because you're going to have a front camera that is going to be dirty all the time.

[@RaitisRides]

You are spot on Mickey!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

@RaitisRides Well, thank you, Joe. It's not difficult to see that with this car, Toyota has a constitution sensitive to the off-road community.

[@johnbowman1580]

Thanks you so much for video put some bfgoodrich k02 and bush bar going to Wal-word

[@ArkitektoHardinero]

To the door panel! 😉 Love the new Land Cruiser Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad test I can share it with you!

[@shamako4ever718]

Alright Joe Let’s see what this Land Cruiser has to offer on the table

[@RaitisRides]

I think you will be impressed!

[@marcelpatel9017]

Still driving my 2005 Camry. Solid as a tank. Almost 20 years and counting... Toronto Canada

[@jeffdurheim9153]

Great review Joe,. Man ,Toyota is killing it.. really like the looks of this legend.

[@Pone0007]

I’ve always loved boxy looking vehicles 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

Same here man!

[@jjg4608]

Lol, cold Twinkies, didn't see that one coming!! Always the best Joe!!

[@dejonbuick6070]

Beautiful looking SUV, LETS see if it is as reliable as the former models.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m sure Toyota will make sure about that!

[@WhipstrTV]

Love this! Joe's in RAAARE form on this one...lolol #respect

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you having my back!

[@ATXDiecast]

It sounds better than I thought from outside. Thanks for taking us for a drive. I’m favoring the 1958 with cloth seats.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome. I really like the 1958 edition as well.

[@Michael-ty2ww]

what's the recommended type pressure on that off-road condition?

[@newsmedia-one9756]

Joe, you are the goat of KZbin you are so hilarious and amazing bro! You scared the s**** I mean the crap out of me😂😂❤ love you, man! Keep being you❤

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being so supportive and letting me share my car passion with you!

[@davidp2888]

The boxy shape is working for me.

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste David!

[@jubess]

wish it had aux switches. i saw a video where it did have a panoramic roof?

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Love the quality workmanship that goes into making such a quiet cabin. That's Toyota.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@andregonsalvez9244]

Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 and great review ! I think Toyota is on a roll with hits like the Land Cruiser and upcoming 4Runner in 2025 . I just purchased a 2024 4Runner Limited and the Land cruiser looks tempting . 😊

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for your great supprt from up north! Congrats on your new 4runner.

[@baronvg]

17:42 This video went from PG to PG-13 real fast! 😂

[@RaitisRides]

You are freaking hilarious

[@beachboy0505]

Excellent video 📹 Landcruiser, excellent engineering. Massive British Land-rover influence.

[@SriramSivakumar-iz3nu]

Amazing❤, nostalgic design.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this new Land Cruiser

[@jxn0010]

Audio sound any good ?

[@abdulwahabalfarsi8726]

7:30 once you remove the cover you can fix a hook

[@artstech]

Can we choose not to include the running boards when ordering?

[@ronnieblea4422]

It’s refreshing that Toyota is giving us real suvs. I was getting so sick of all these other brands crossovers.

[@noelsilva8887]

I think it would been nice if they putted a shelf in front of the passenger seat. ESPECIALLY with all that space. That why I like the Grand Highlander vs this. But nice

[@unrealed2211]

I like the one with the round headlights that's the one that like the most

[@RaitisRides]

That is the 1958 Edition.

[@jayallen7368]

Nope to many what ifs with a hybrid system off road. What happen if the engine gets wet from a water crossing and what about the battery and its wiring underneath. My 4runner has been headlight deep before no problems after .

[@karenjones3051]

I’ve got one on order here in the UK, September delivery, first edition in Trail dust

[@AmitBansal-ui5gs]

My too but arriving in May here in Colorado. Congratulations.

[@journeywithstu7199]

Pretty sure that the front camera shuts off above a certain speed because the system can't process and render the video at speed in real time. But they will sell it as a safety feature. Most of my 4-wheeling is at single-digit speeds so no big deal.

[@RaitisRides]

I think it is a safety thing from Toyota. Other brands like GM have no issues.

[@zhihuima5789]

Honestly, love it, looks great and everything. just that, why is it so expensive? Thought they meant to build for last long. Hopefully the 4 runner higher trim can give some suprised on the price

[@coy9898]

I like where Toyota’s been going with their design changes, Honda should be worried as they’re looking outdated. Another great video!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one and letting me share it with you!

[@KTM22Ride]

Damn that windshield cowl is massive!

[@coachmaupin201]

Great SUV, nice color, the grill is hideous. Great review as always 👍

[@LGnonStop]

I’m waiting for this to come out!

[@user-sp3jc9ho6o]

What the difference between this and the 4Runner?

[@cipitm1]

Does the LC require premium gasoline? I like it ..but i I am not ok with the this engine( for now).

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great question.

[@men.276]

That thing is beautiful!

[@antoniom4016]

Toyota is building beautiful vehicles. My current 2014 Camry Hybrid is still going strong @ 106K miles only, but in one to two years, I'll consider the new Tacoma or 4Runner for my next auto. Camry will be my backup vehicle. Keep up the great products, Toyota 👌🏾👍🏾

[@volknasty5880]

The white top, the gloss black, the trail dust color.... It reminds of of a Smore!

[@RaitisRides]

Man, I can't believe I did not think of that!

[@Marklevit1998]

Hey Joe this toyota land cruiser this is awesome suv

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks mark for letting me share it with you!

[@princevashishth9831]

If I’m not wrong isn’t the same engine in 4Runner trailHunter?

[@m_m_m_beer8917]

Base version has the only headlights that are worthy of the name. They really F'ed up the look of the higher models with those rectangular lights.

[@deanh7190]

The rear bumper hump looks like it houses a parachute for when your off road adventures take you a bit too farrrrrrrr....

[@MrBroadcast45]

Looks great! Only if we can find one at dealerships

[@sandilemajiya7831]

I love cars if I had money will have a collection of cars, guess what though I don't even own one but for the love for cars I watch every review just to know them better.

[@19JohnConnor84]

I love that square styles are coming back. 1980s looks and styles are the future.

[@InvestBetter.]

I think the 4Runner, with it's more aerodynamic design, can get an extra MPG with the Hybrid Max, taking it to 24 MPG combined

[@RaitisRides]

We will see how it turns out

[@butipasila]

When you were driving the Toyota Land cruiser, were you able to verify if the front camera can be enabled or turned on while you are going up? Say freeway speeds, or 35 mph? I asked because a lot of automotive bloggers show the camera images while the car is parked at 0 miles an hour. No one ever demonstrates the front camera working while the car is being driven.

[@RaitisRides]

No it switches off.

[@ianjay1111]

Is there a third row on this? or an option for it? looked like there was some cup holders for a third row on this model.

[@TacticalStrudel]

No

[@j.howardj]

25:38 Noticed the JF Cruiser passing by just then.

[@RaitisRides]

Good eyes!

[@Mrglock54]

Nice looking truck!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you are digging this one

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that are like this new Land Cruiser

[@suzanneflowers2230]

I love the big tail lights. But I'm giving a zonk to the headlights. To me, they are too tiny for such a bold vehicle. JMO.

[@RaitisRides]

The good news is the 1958 edition has larger headlights

[@atweber]

Is this really midsize? What is a jeep compass then? Tiny size lol?

[@Pfizer980]

16:39 look at Joe Raity in action😂

[@suzanneflowers2230]

You should be able to more conveniently control that nice front camera.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that!

[@SouthernGentleman55]

Always a good review. Just wish they would've at least put the turbo 6 in it. Hate that Toyota has dumped all of their V8s,,

[@RaitisRides]

I guess they wanted to give people an extra reason to buy the new Lexus GX.

[@SouthernGentleman55]

@@RaitisRides truth, keep them from being near exact copies

[@Mehman_666]

byd yangwang u8 test yes

[@michaelfromRhodeIsland]

Kind of ironic that at 25:38 as he pulls onto the pavement, a FJ passes by.

[@stevenkreiss2113]

For 66K the prop rod and the exposed rear wiper are both major zonks for me...

[@suzanneflowers2230]

That's great torque for such a heavy vehicle.

[@RaitisRides]

That is the benefit of the hybrid setup.

[@Raider19582]

Perfect Zombie 🧟‍♂️ Apocalypse vehicle! What are the small red lights on the steering wheel area?

[@RaitisRides]

Those were the inferred for driver attention. Sometimes it gets picked up on camera.

[@jjg4608]

Needs the panoramic for sure... Wish pilot would of made their new design more boxy like this... Would be a no brainier. Plus Pilots need to be more aggressive.. let me have the trailsport blue on all the trims and maybe even add a cherry red and a nice yellow color... We want cool offroading looking vehicles.

[@alexbelt620]

I am not impressed. It surprises me that all those immediately complaining about other brands using big screen displays don't even mention anything here, etc

[@Irishmanbikes]

The new Landscruiser has a lot of very cool features and gadgets. Which is best: 2024 Landscruiser, 2025 4Runner, or 2024 Lexus GX 550 Overtrain? I think I would go with the Lexus.

[@TheMarkbergeron]

I’ll hold onto my 2020 LC.

[@toddpharmer2460]

Likewise I'll stick with my 14

[@Bastion71]

Great new iteration of the venerable Land Cruiser. I don't think it needs a panoramic sunroof... this is a Land Cruiser! That makes me think "go anywhere". There are plenty of other luxury SUVs if you just want to ride the highways in comfort.

[@RaitisRides]

You can go anywhere & everywhere and still have a panoramic sunroof.

[@andyleo8418]

You have to upgrade to the Lexus GX to get the pano roof.

[@RaitisRides]

@@andyleo8418 This is true!

[@tjm4702]

Ahh… that to the door panels always makes me laugh.

[@coolfactory3131]

7:30 its for extra twinkie storage

[@kennethngilazi3488]

Definitely needs a full sized panoramic sunroof ..otherwise a fantastic, practical car

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@alexandertsanga]

Right now the Market is Flooded with Good Midsize SUV. Lexus, Toyota, Bronco,Hyundai ,Cadillac, Chevy Kia ....etc It's very Difficult to choose One but think i would pick this Land Rover or the Lexus because of the Reliability History and the Retro/New Looks is 🔥 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

It will be interesting to see how it sells.

[@coreymoyers]

This should have had a turbo V6 to differentiate from the 4runner.

[@damiienevo4053]

It’s way better looking than the new 4Runner It’s also a plus not to have TRD Pro tags every inch of the outside

[@MK-fg9qe]

With this headlight make bigger or make those fake vents as part of the turn signal. It does look like a baseball player's black tape right below their eyes.

[@jreikko]

25:38 Blue FJ Cruiser spotted lol

[@vladthepistol3974]

Looks cool and rugged

[@mph3500]

I like it. They did good.

[@jjg4608]

Ooohhh....looks nice... Just started watching! Can't wait to see how many Twinkies I can put in there...😂

[@mcarlkv53]

no turbo lag for nag

[@jesse1008]

I am still trying to find the cornucopia mode

[@RaitisRides]

You are freaking hilaious!

[@jesse1008]

@@RaitisRides lol thank you Joe, I really love the channel 👍🏼

[@shenanigan3083]

Thomas at the dunes was epic 😂 but I'm still going to chill with Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back!

[@thomasrossi31]

Trailer release??? Does he really thing that’s to disconnect the trailer???

[@princessj5080]

I wish it had a full moonroof, that’s the only thing missing

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Definite zonk for no panoramic sunroof in a vehicle meant for offroading as well as family trips.

[@RaitisRides]

Plus the price point.

[@LOPEKJJJ]

For those looking for a mid size suv for regular use then this beats the 4Runner and GX.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow, that is a serious statement

[@michaelfields98]

I miss when Toyotas were at least relatively inexpensive seems like 45k is the base price for any trucks or suvs that aren’t tiny