Toyota has expanded the Crown Crossover lineup in Japan with the addition of the Landscape special edition. The special and most expensive version of the hybrid crossover gains a number of off-road upgrades, making it more suitable for outdoor activities. The Crown Landscape draws inspiration from the Crown Outdoor Concept that was revealed last year. Some of the details have been toned down for production, although owners can get close to the concept with a few optional accessories.
Since most buyers won’t be tackling extreme off-road trails, Toyota has opted for a more subtle approach. Nevertheless, the 245/60R18 all-terrain tires wrapped around bespoke 18-inch wheels should provide enough grip on challenging surfaces.
Furthermore, the special edition sits 25 mm (0.98 in) higher than the standard Crown Crossover thanks to a lifted suspension. According to Toyota, the increased ground clearance not only benefits obstacle avoidance but also provides a higher driving position and better visibility.Aside from the new wheels and raised stance, the Crown Landscape has wider bolt-on fender extensions finished in a “Gori Gori Black” paint. The Urban Khaki and black exterior color combination mirrors that of the concept.
Similarly, the production version gets a bash plate, tow hooks, and larger fog lights at the rear. There’s also an optional roof rack available as an accessory. The only thing missing to complete the concept’s look are the auxiliary LED light bars on the hood and roof.
Interior changes are limited to “Landscape” badging in gold on the dashboard and a 60:40 split-folding rear seat to accommodate longer items such as surfboards.
There are no changes to the powertrain of the Crown Crossover RS, which serves as the basis for the Landscape special edition. A 2.4-liter gasoline engine works together with a pair of electric motors to produce a combined 268 horsepower. Power is sent to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission and Toyota’s “E-Four Advanced” electronic system.
The Toyota Crown Crossover RS Landscape is only available in Japan for a limited time as production is scheduled to end in December 2024. The special edition costs ¥6,850,000 (equal to $60,297 at current exchange rates) plus ¥44,990 ($396) for the roof rack. This makes it the most expensive version of the Crown Crossover in Japan, costing ¥2,450,000 ($21,658) more than the base X trim but just ¥150,000 ($1,328) more than the RS.
Son Pham (forum.autodaily.vn)
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