I guess I was expecting better. But this seems underpowered and has awkward shifting mechanics -- also it's super hard to get the stated MPG. Maybe if I had bumped up to the upper-level trims it would be a better long term vehicle.

Here is my honest review of the new Toyota Land Cruiser after 6 months of ownership. If I had to summarize my opinion about this car in one word, it would be "disappointing". Terrible fuel economy (19-20 mpg) AND requires Premium gas. Uncomfortable ride and noisy at any speed. Cheap plastic interior. Small cargo space and absolutely no storage space in the cabin - only tiny central console and tiny glovebox. Doesn't even have a place to put your sunglasses. The engine is noisy and unrefined, transmission is jerky. Wind noise above 60 mph is terrible. Stay away. I'm trading in mine as I write this review.

Got a First edition trim. The hybrid system is garbage. It needs the GX 550 6 cylinder engine. Trnasmission is clunky and kicks hard when shifting. The first edition trim interior is amazing, but the rear bunper plastic hinge cover is hirrible, its separating from the bumper, has a gap. The value is brutal, I should’ve gotten an overtrail for the same money I paid for this one. The car feels slow. Toyota messed up with this hybrid engines. The spare tire sticks out too much due to the battery pack in the back. It takes space from the truck and deleted third row seats. Needs thrid row seats instead of battery pack. The diesel engine in the Japan model would be better option as well as their gas model.