The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Is The Ultimate Modern Day Camry Hybrid Wagon With SUV Vibes

The #ToyotaVenza is dead once again, its replacement arrives for 2025 as the #CrownSignia. Think of the new #ToyotaCrownSignia as a #LexusRX for a lot less and unlike the #Venza it is replacing, this #CrownSigniaLimited has a more Lexus vibe in its exterior design.
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[@theredline]

Happy almost Friday everyone and thank you so much for the best wishes on our hosts new nuptials last Saturday! Kinda crazy to think we filmed this review about 2 months ago, but the embargo has finally ended and the new Crown Signia once again feels like a Lexus for less and we are digging the styling a lot more than the Venza it replaces. RIP Venza, hopefully the Signia is here to stay!

[@belowme4927]

WHY DO I GET THE FEELING THE NEXT SUBARU OUTBACK WILL BE SIMILAR

[@paulthaipaul9946]

Your ratio of walk speed to talk speed is very impressive

[@Unsalted375]

years of practice

[@Sasparillafizz]

Nobody does it better, really.

[@cablebrain9691]

Maybe a bit too calculated, ever since I noticed it.

[@Ryan2Bhonest]

Congrats on your wedding ❤❤❤❤ pictures were beautiful with that ROLLS❤❤❤ BOUGIE !!🎉🎉

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

🔥Congratulations on your Marriage Sofyan 🔥

[@Cajke]

When did it happen

[@gr8vivin]

What ..? Did he marry the cameraman?

[@angeloangibeau5814]

​@@gr8vivinprobably 😂

[@the_beastboy1]

Is dude fruity?

[@sachinnair91]

@@gr8vivin Yes he married Rob the camera man

[@nickchandler4334]

I love the Signia and the wagon look, now we need a Camry wagon. Also congrats on your wedding!! I've been following you since 2016, so I'm happy to see you thriving.

[@B0rnToSlay]

Isn't this pretty much a Camry wagon already? They're both on the TNGA-K platform, have similar hybrid drivetrains, have almost the same wheelbase, and have very similar front facias.

[@pinoyozzyworld]

Front end design looks clean. Love it🔥

[@codysteel3678]

I absolutely love your videos. I watch them whenever you post a new one. You help me to keep up with new cars. The new Crown Insignia looks really cool and ticks alot of peoples boxes.

[@caryg4638]

Let's be honest about cargo space. The space that the Rav4 and others have over this is measured vertically, and most people don't stack things in SUVs to the ceiling except for occasions when purchasing televisions or moving huge boxes, in which case a few cubic feet aren't making a tremendous difference, and some of that can be made by rearranging and squeezing it in better. The horizontal space of this, however, and the ability to lay many items on the floor beside each other, to me, make this better than taller vehicles with less floor space. You can actually sleep in this! Wagons are great for this, and length matters.

[@panameradan6860]

Add the RAV4 prime drivetrain with 25-kWh battery pack to this, and we’re talking… ditto with a decent BEV AWD powertrain and 100-kWh battery pack

[@normt430]

Then we're talking $60's or Lexus territory.

[@user-yn4cn3el5q]

Yeah, this thing’s gonna be a winner for sure.

[@MyMovie5858]

Yes, but a lot would depend on the next generation Rav4 also coming later this year.

[@user-yn4cn3el5q]

@@MyMovie5858 definitely can understand that. The crown is for people who want something like a Lexus, but without the Lexus emblem. I know sounds crazy but there are ppl like that

[@witsendcottage595]

I want the Crown Sport as it is smaller.

[@EAROMAN]

I was waiting for this review BTW congratulations on you’re marriage 🎉

[@RLTtizME]

Who?

[@angeloangibeau5814]

​@@RLTtizME a dude😂

[@Jdogg4089]

I thought he got married a long time ago.

[@drakkarc558]

@@Jdogg4089Me too, but I guess he divorced for some time and went then married the cameraman.

[@TheMetalGaia]

Congratulations on your marriage Sofyan!

[@tyhyhh]

Need that hybrid max power train

[@frederickmiller5492]

i agree. This car would ROCK if it had that engine. It's underpowered as is. It's a REALLY nice wagon, however.

[@sachinnair91]

For this high luxury price tag, it definitely needs it

[@jcsdesign]

If sales are low for this model and the people ask for it, I could see this happening. Just like when Toyota enthusiasts asked for a manual Supra.

[@axelblaze566]

Its not designed for that big a power train. Its basically a luxury Rav4, below the RX.

[@tinhinnh]

@@sachinnair91dude $45-50k aint high these days

[@bill7481]

Good-looking wagon, inside and out. The lack of an opening sunroof is a bummer, though. I hope this vehicle inspires Subaru to build a better looking Outback, and I hope it inspires Mazda to bring the Mazda 6 wagon to North America.

[@volcalstone]

I'm just waiting for Alex's video on this......again. 😊 I agree on the sunroof opening and the tinted windows. Would've been an almost vechicle.

[@chrisbianchi8876]

I appreciate your super accurate down to 100th of a second 0-60 times, especially the ones with passengers in the vehicle and "slightly uphill" ones. They should be considered the industry standard.

[@manutech156]

If this comes in a PRIME trim, it would be perfect for me

[@jayallen7368]

best looking suv that toyota has ever made period

[@wazgoodjj]

It's a hatchback.

[@lol-ge9bh]

@@wazgoodjjits a wagon

[@Trav83]

Congrats on the million subscribers 🎉

[@alireal05]

Tank you

[@jessehappel4160]

Congrats to you and Keith!!

[@runyr70]

You are one of the best reviewers. Thanks! 😊

[@hondajacka2]

Crown Signia is made in Japan. Most Lexus RX are made in North America. That's a big plus for Crown.

[@markperry762]

Your car reviews are substantially better than the competition 👏🏼🙏🏼😉

[@jxmar_]

Finally a good replacement for the 1st gen venza

[@andrewdean7182]

Nice review 👌 very well done. I am left with a very thorough understanding of this vehicle 👍

[@goodshepherd6042]

If Toyota can make this move by bringing back the crown emblem, it would boost its sales numbers. I don't want to spend that money on a Toyota that can buy a Lexus.

[@LoganNolag]

Yeah way too expensive. Costs the same as an RX. No reason to buy this when you can buy an RX instead. Toyota already learned this lesson with the old Land Cruiser. It cost the same as the LX and as such the LX out sold the Land Cruiser. Hence the reason they didn't bother to bring the 300 series Land Cruiser to the US.

[@lightshunshine3861]

@@LoganNolagits made in japan, and crown is way more older rather then lexus, because lexus in japan still considering new compared with crown, even in japan toyota grub to compete e class and 5 series they using crown sedan RWD because ES series still below crown sedan rwd

[@djplonghead5403]

There is too much body color on the front for me. I love the side view!

[@SteveBriggs]

I really enjoy how well you do your reviews, Mr. Bey. I'm not looking to buy, but I'll watch most anything you put up just for fun! Thank you.

[@Sasparillafizz]

Same. Am an adult who is watching these showoff video's of things we can buy, but cars. 1 car per breakfast.

[@helloeveryone1997]

Congratulations on getting married 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉!!!

[@bryanharris2319]

Definitely my next vehicle after my rav4

[@blownsebring]

You're clearly the best at what you do, you're my go to always!!!!! 👍💯

[@PeteEbenezerrNewman]

My favourite Toyota at the moment ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾

[@Libra8410]

Same

[@sachinnair91]

It would be my favorite too if it weren't so overpriced. This Crown SUV will end up being around 60k including accessories, taxes, fees etc. I would rather buy a Lexus for that. Toyota is too greedy nowadays

[@matrix-fh9tn]

Check out Crown Sport although bit smaller it seems.

[@smckay87]

I love this. Bring back wagons to North America!

[@tristanjose10]

Excellent review!

[@jacksquat1265]

I really wish Toyota had spun the Crown brand as its own mid-Luxury or executive marque. The actual crown logo is so pretty. Also the Japanese market specific sedan would have been my next vehicle, not the egg shaped sedan that we got here in the States. Also congratulations!

[@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT]

For this price, i expected the hybrid max powertrain.

[@MrAliouBah]

Great review 🙌🏽

[@Hallowsaw]

I have had this in my calendar for ages

[@thomasstorrs6345]

Huge dealer markups around here.

[@daeshawnthomas1345]

Congratulations 🎊🎉🎈🍾

[@davidc-l9174]

My favorite part is that it looks more like a wagon than an SUV. That actually makes me more interested in it overall. Also, congrats on getting married!! 🎉🎉

[@HunterXray]

Oh! I REALLY like this and LOVE it in this color!

[@zachb9541]

All your test drives should be in San Diego, we are spoiled here!

[@jerbsherb4391]

This feels like a refreshed Venza to be honest.

[@1nteract1ve]

Good review. Do you also do the disclaimers at the end of pharmaceutical ads, ‘cause you are one fast talker! 🤣

[@zmir813]

Not a bad looking vehicle at all. The powertrain is very similar to the Lexus NX 350h. Also, congrats on your marriage!

[@mariospenard5125]

Beautiful wagon! 😍

[@kathym1904]

Congratulations on the wedding! I have the 2024 Venza and to be honest, the signs only has one feature I like. The QI charging plate is like a stand so your phone is vertical like in cup holder

[@sylvainlaurin1012]

This SUV is as large as the Highlander. I'd love to see the Crown Sport !!

[@tomcat1555]

This is much smaller than a Highlander! This is more like a Camry station wagon.

[@sylvainlaurin1012]

@@tomcat1555 Much smaller ??? The highlander is 194.9 inches long and the Signia is 194.1. The major difference is in the hight. Highlander is 68 inches and the Signia is 63.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Uh yeah that means the signia is smaller not as big as.... please learn what words mean​@@sylvainlaurin1012

[@CarsandTechInfo]

Toyota should consider making a Prime version based on the Limited trim with that beautiful saddle tan leather interior that makes it look like it's got a Lexus interior. I love that interior color

[@bisquitngroovy]

I really like this cars look but that price tag! Also, Congratulations!! Wishing you both all the best in love and life ❤🎉

[@bigmountain7561]

Hi Sofyan, since the sunroof is stationary can it be tinted? If the roof glass matches the glass used on the front side and rear then there’s no problem. And I would rather have it ceramic limo tinted and did connect the shade so this way you have light but also privacy. I live in Sarasota so the UV and the humidity can get like a frying pan. Great Video Thank You 🙏. Could you please find out from your connections at corporate. Thanks 🙏

[@kingofspades531]

The gasp I gusped when the steering had manual controls. There’s no way with that price tag. The Crown is supposed to be an alternative to the Lexus models, not just a glorified Camry.

[@aaronbrooks4091]

I’ll take them any day over the crap in my Lexus. I prefer my Camry’s wheel controls anyday

[@vezyrvezyr8165]

When will this one be available for sale?

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

It actually reminds me of Toyota's answer to the Subaru Outback.

[@goguled]

Outback is 8.7 inches of ground clearance this so 6.7 that makes a world of a difference for outback customers.

[@sachinnair91]

This is almost double the price of a Subaru Outback

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

@@sachinnair91 Good point.

[@darylaarons6625]

@@sachinnair91- I think it’s also way nicer than the Outback. I can’t see anyone cross shopping them as they are intended for two completely different types of buyers in my opinion.

[@caliboyrob]

I think that’s what they were after.

[@CHASI146]

I think 51k price tag is high compared to other vehicles in the market with third rows.

[@TurkVladimir]

Thanks Great Video information

[@djarumastrofoo]

Really is a shame they couldn't get something in the 6.5s range.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

For 52k, I believe you might be able to get regular highlander limited for that price. The cargo space and leg room and headroom are horrible considering this is as big as a regular highlander but just 2 rows. You can get a fully loaded RAV4 for 10K less, and still having more space, which makes signia laughable.

[@jsc5590]

Great take! Depending upon what you want in your SUV, I purchased a Lexus 350H for 50K (quiet, techno, many more amenities…), to each their own:)

[@djplonghead5403]

You have to drive it to understand the point of it.

[@B0rnToSlay]

You're missing the point, the Crown is priced higher because of the refinement, not everyone cares about cargo space nor do they need the leg/headroom if they're not tall. My family has a 2022+ Venza, Highlander, and Lexus RX. I've test driven the RAV4. The Venza is a more pleasant driving experience (quieter, smoother, more soft touch materials) than the RAV4 or the Highlander, it's closer to the RX. Since the Crown Signia is replacing the Venza, it will have the similar Lexus-like driving experience.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

@@B0rnToSlay where is the refinement? After all, this is still Toyota, not Lexus, It still has some hard touch plastic, it doesn’t have high end audio system, no HUD, no power adjusting steering wheel, sunroof doesn’t even open, no hybrid max powertrain, no passenger memory seat, no 2nd row climate control buttons, no 2nd row sun shades, not even tinted rear windows for 2nd row passengers. 52K is ridiculously expensive for what you get. It should just be 2K more than RAV4, not 50K+.

[@B0rnToSlay]

@@blackwhirlwind1245 🙄You're still missing the point. The refinement comes with how it feels when you drive it, not nitpicking specific features. If you don't like the Crown Signia, then buy the Highlander or RAV4 you mentioned, or any of the Lexus crossovers. That's the beauty of Toyota having so many models, people can pick and choose what you want out of their vehicle.

[@jeffbachak3653]

Toyota has gone crazy with pricing !

[@jiayaw]

It's worst in Canada, only available in limited trim lol.

[@B0rnToSlay]

I'm not happy with where the prices are going recently, but to be fair, this is supposed to be a more premium option. If you need something more affordable, the Highlander, 4 Runner, RAV4, Corolla Cross all start at a lower MSRP.

[@weldino6737]

I couldn't agree more.They keep pushing the price up. We need chinese cars to come here in the states and push the price down.

[@Gopinathk17]

This could crush the market if priced at ~ $40k.

[@krane15]

An inevitable statement from someone on every review of every car, at ever level, and from every manufacture. If you hadn't mentioned it, someone else would have.

[@solomonyoungel]

When will you be able to post/do a full driving review on the new 4Runner?

[@joehrlein847]

With a mattress you can sleep in the back. Nice car!

[@brandononbrand]

with cargo, load floor size is what matters most... Venza's trunk wins on height, but Crown Signia should have a bigger floor.

[@GotNoMoneys]

Is there a spare tire? Or just under storage in the trunk?

[@forumboss2620]

Good review… but nearly $50k for even base model after 7.5% tax and $630 registration in CA is just too expensive. In my Calif county, sales tax and registration adds $4111 based on a $45000 price so you’re over $49k even with base model. A used Volvo XC90 looks attractive for $15k less.

[@anwarjaw2260]

Toyota king 👑

[@YoDeemann]

Congratulations sofyan!

[@markovwms]

You saying that the backseat legroom is on the small side BUT you look like a child in the backseat lol

[@user-oy4cz9uo3n]

I wish it had a HUD and power tilt and telescoping wheel, I'd trade my Venza in for one. For that extra price though, I'll stay with what I have :)

[@GR-Kevin]

Honestly, I think they did that due to the fact that it would be pretty much a lexus at that point, and they don't want to compete with their luxury brand.

[@sachinnair91]

@@GR-Kevin they don't mind giving the Crown a Lexus price...

[@GR-Kevin]

@@sachinnair91 Yeah, can't deny that it has a Lexus price, but it just doesn't have as much luxury as its counterpart.

[@user-oy4cz9uo3n]

@@GR-Kevin I agree. I'll keep my 2022 Venza Limited for now, it's probably $15k less than this Crown will be, for almost the same level of refinement, and easily $20k+ for the similarly equipped NX350h :)

[@CarsandTechInfo]

Sofyan I think you'd also like the Storm Cloud exterior color which is a blue & gray hybrid color that also looks really nice

[@Sasparillafizz]

Great review. The design is cool. At $50k its not something I'd go for, for a slightly lifted wagon, but hopefully sells for them. Those gloss black bumpers though, OMG those things are going to be scratch city even without living in the big city - just running it anywhere that has real winter and salt etc. on the highway getting flipped up at 70mph.

[@mrtruthhurts2307]

This guy is pretty good. 💪

[@HumbleBearcat]

I am waiting for the next gen RAV4 and I wish the styling will be similar to the Crown Signia except the size and the front honeycomb style grill which I rather have horizontal lines.

[@Okcharisma]

A 2025 model that will probably be available at dealers in two years! Yay!

[@Smileydudekxy]

This is a fantastic offering

[@nicholassmith7048]

7:06 why is the brake light flashing? Where are the proper amber turn signals? Tailllights already malfunctioning?

[@bobbowie9350]

Looks nice. Only thing weird is the Lexus style front openings.

[@JROGERS1432]

500 miles. That will get me to work for a month 😮

[@findtheracingline]

The Lexus brand has probably run its course. Toyota could move up a notch to semi-premium and the Century sub-brand elevates to Bentley/RR territory. 😊

[@francisgallozzi2595]

What is "full hybrid", as you have described?

[@Xfactor926]

Love your reviews - can you comment on following - does Signia have a HUD and spare tire? Conflicting info on different reviews. I own a Venza and so far the Signia appears to be a disappointment as the Venza limited has several better features the Signia lacks and don’t like the wagon approach. If no HUD or Spare its a not a buy especially at the higher price - seems like paying more for less.

[@dave1956]

I am only 5’5” tall and I raise the front seat so I can see adequately. Unfortunately every car that I have driven has a seat that moves forward while raising it. With a 27” inseam I end up driving with the seat as far back as possible. I wish that the seat would go back further but unfortunately vehicle makers don’t see it that way. I really, really like this vehicle and will definitely consider it the next time I am in the market.

[@KPHVAC]

I like the interior a lot but I'd rather have the extra space of the Toyota Highlander. I don't need 3 rows but I'd rather have more ground clearance and a taller cargo area.

[@chesterkuo3646]

Anyone knows what type of suspension is in xle trim ? Apparently the suspension on limited trim is not offered for xle...not even an add on option.

[@jissanhuq3792]

That’s going to be an amazing car to buy used. I don’t think Toyota makes a better looking car

[@digitalsaint2040]

san diego is insane beautiful, no wonder everyone wants to live there.

[@chriswessner220]

Is the side glass insulated?

[@enriquemercedes9519]

This is what I was thinking the next gen RAV4 was going to look like. Now I’m curious what Toyota is going to do with the RAV4 next gen.

[@borninhk1]

Modern day version of late-2000s Toyota Venza!

[@thebreach4650]

@4:47 Its not the first time you talk about tinted window and EPA classification for suv can you elaborate on that ?

[@jiayaw]

I think something like how trucks can have rear windows tinted while passenger cars can't. SUV/ crossovers/ mini vans are considered "trucks" whereas sedans, hatchbacks, wagons are considered passenger cars

[@kksan]

Does it carry a spare tire?

[@Shambles7698]

Beautiful design+reliable . What not to like is really a good car

[@Ianmundo]

for 52 grand, 0-60 in 7.8s is not good

[@jxmar_]

Yea that’s kinda disappointing

[@nevercedes2070]

They were better off doing 2.4T nonHybrid XLE and 2.5L Hybrid Limited or XSE Hybrid Max and XLE 2.5L Hybrid

[@ericchen776]

It’s not a sports car you don’t know what you’re talking about. It’s supposed be good on gas

[@da911beast]

​@ericchen776 neither is a prius, but they had to increase its power because it was beyond terrible

[@XX-166]

Gimme the gas mileage.. I don’t need to win races with having that.

[@sayamabusadatmd3203]

Is this better than plug in hybrid ? When this model will come in Europe?

[@JacobTJ1]

When is 2025 rav4 hybrid coming out?

[@hiromihonda9424]

The lack of tinted Windows seems really odd. Is that just a pre-production tester issue?

[@joek1353]

Forgot to do the cargo space

[@ozarklife9996]

Had a venza but the X took it with her. I drive 22 accord 2.0t. Miss the venza and will consider this car for a future replacement. Not crazy about the front grill. Hope they refresh that soon. RANGE the most convoluted mis guided explanation. You will never get over 500 miles. All cars will run out of range on your display with about 2.5 gallons left. This is to protect the hybrid system and the fuel pump. So take your 37 mpg × (14.5 gallons-2.5 gallons)=444 miles Again 37×12=444 At the most. Why all reviewers miss state this is grating. But still enjoyed the review.

[@audaciousifti]

Now they just have to lower it with a "sport version" or something and then extend the cargo area by a few inches. Americans will finally have our wagons again

[@Argedis]

It's already low 6" ground clearance

[@ozyvillanueva9277]

Americans don’t want wagons tho lol