2025 Toyota Crown
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Pros
- Exceptional fuel economy with the base powertrain
- Eye-catching style
- Comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Middling performance from the base powertrain
- Not much space for small items in the cabin
- Costs considerably more than rival hybrid sedans
What's new
- New Nightshade trim level with black accents
- Standard heated and ventilated seats on all trims
- Part of the first Crown generation introduced in 2023
Overview
When you buy a 2025 Toyota Crown, you're getting something different. It's bigger than the typical midsize sedan and has a taller, sporty SUV-like profile. You can accent the Crown's looks even more with an available two-tone paint scheme. Furthermore, every Crown is a hybrid. If you find the typical sedan to be boring, the Crown might just be what you're looking for.
Cost to Drive
Edmunds spotlight: All hybrid, all the time
Whatever Crown you choose, it's a hybrid. Standard on the XLE, Limited and Nightshade trims is a 236-horsepower system that puts an emphasis on fuel economy, getting an EPA-estimated 41 mpg combined. We'd call that pretty good for a big all-wheel-drive sedan. On the Platinum trim, Toyota uses its Hybrid Max system, which puts out 340 horsepower. Just note that this performance-oriented system sees its EPA-estimated fuel economy drop to 30 mpg combined.
Competitors to consider
If you like the Crown but want more cargo room, the upcomingCrown Signia will debut in summer 2024 and is essentially a Crown but with an SUV body. If you're looking for something a little more traditional, both the Honda Accord and Toyota's own recently redesigned 2025 Camry should scratch your hybrid-sedan itch. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to learn more about where the Crown shines and where it comes up a little short.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Driving experience
Handling is composed and confident, even on winding roads. While its all-season tires limit grip, the Crown provides enough feedback to inspire confidence. The Platinum trim's adaptive suspension shines, softening rough roads in its comfort setting and reducing body motions in sportier settings without sacrificing ride quality.
Visibility is another strong point. A wide, unobstructed rear window and door-mounted side mirrors enhance natural visibility, offsetting slightly chunky front pillars. Camera-assisted visibility is excellent, with a surround-view system and "invisible car" feature that simplifies parking and lane tracking.
All Crowns come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, including adaptive cruise and Proactive Driving Assist. These features work well to reduce rush-hour driving stress.
Comfort

The front seats are adequate but not exceptional. At this price point, four-way lumbar adjustment would be preferable to the current two-way setup. The cushion comfort is mostly unremarkable, neither overly firm nor particularly plush. Rear seat comfort is also mixed. While spacious, the seatback angle feels slightly upright, making it harder to find a truly comfortable position.
The cabin is impressively insulated against wind and road noise, and the upgraded Hybrid Max powertrain in the Platinum trim remained quiet during testing. However, the standard hybrid is noticeably louder under hard acceleration. On the plus side, installing child safety seats is a breeze, with easily accessible top tethers and Isofix anchors behind removable pull tabs. The ample rear seat room also makes maneuvering seats in and out hassle-free.
In-cabin tech
The Crown also excels in device support, featuring two USB-C charge-only ports near the cupholders, a USB-A data port in the armrest, and two more USB-C ports for rear passengers. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto work seamlessly, while a wireless charger in the cubby ahead of the gear shift adds convenience, though compatibility may vary.
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Buying Tips for the 2025 Toyota Crown for February
Looking to buy the stylish 2025 Toyota Crown and get a great deal? Here are some expert tips to guide your buying and negotiating process:
- Buyers can enjoy significant savings with the market price being around 9.3% below the MSRP, translating to approximately $5,108 in savings for new buyers across different trims.
- There is ample new inventory with 20 vehicles available nationwide, providing more room for negotiation and potentially better deals.
- The Crown is selling slowly on dealer lots compared to the average new car, giving you more leverage in negotiations.
- If you're considering leasing, payments for the Platinum trim start around $757 per month with $3,882 due at signing for a 36-month term with 12,000 miles annually.
Storage & cargo
Value
Toyota's warranty coverage is pretty common for the class with three years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and five years/60,000 miles for the powertrain. The first two years of scheduled maintenance are also free.
MPG
X factor
2025 Toyota Crown trim level differences
The 2025 Toyota Crown is offered in three trim levels:XLE,Limited,Nightshade andPlatinum. The XLE, Limited and Nightshade have a 236-horsepower four-cylinder hybrid powertrain, while the Platinum uses a turbocharged engine and hybrid powertrain producing 340 hp. The XLE Limited and Nightshade trims use a continuously variable transmission, while the Platinum features a traditional six-speed automatic. All models come with all-wheel drive.Compare the 2025 Toyota Crown trim levels in-depth.
Which Crown trim does Edmunds recommend?
The baseXLE trim is a solid choice for the Crown. This year it adds ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel to its long list of standard equipment, which also includes heated front seats, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot warning. The Platinum is much more potent but its turbocharged engine also uses more gas.
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2025 Toyota Crown Features & Specs
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $41,440 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Hybrid |
| Combined MPG | 41 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $87/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.2 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Reliability
The 2025 Toyota Crown has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 3 recalls.
Recalls
3 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V744000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25TB13/25L
- Manufactured from:
- 2024-10-31 to 2025-05-07
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 1024407
- Defect Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 16, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
- Recall Number:
- 25V595000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- See Part 5
- Manufactured from:
- 2024-08-06 to 2024-08-09
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 591377
- Defect Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
- Defect Consequence:
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
- Recall Number:
- 24V548000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24R2
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 33848
- Defect Description:
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Defect Consequence:
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 milesBasic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Hybrid component Warranty
- 10 years / 150,000 miles
- Hybrid component Warranty
- 8 years / 100,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 5 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 2 years / unlimited miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 2 years / 25,000 miles
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Safety
Key safety features on the Crown include:
- Back-up camera
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Lane Departure Warning
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Pre-collision safety system
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
| Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5 / 5 |
| Driver | 4 / 5 |
| Passenger | 5 / 5 |
| Side Crash Rating | Rating |
| Overall | 5 / 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
| Overall | 5 / 5 |
| Driver | 5 / 5 |
| Passenger | 5 / 5 |
| Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
| Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
| Back Seat | 5 / 5 |
| Rollover | Rating |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 |
| Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
| Risk Of Rollover | 11.3% |
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
| Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test | Good |
|---|---|
| Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test | Good |
| Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original | Good |
| Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated | Not Tested |
| Side Impact Test – Original | Not Tested |
| Side Impact Test – Updated | Good |
| Roof Strength Test | Not Tested |
| Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Not Tested |
FAQ
Is the Toyota Crown a good car?
What's new in the 2025 Toyota Crown?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Toyota Crown:
- New Nightshade trim level with black accents
- Standard heated and ventilated seats on all trims
- Part of the first Crown generation introduced in 2023
Is the Toyota Crown reliable?
Is the 2025 Toyota Crown a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2025 Toyota Crown?
The least-expensive 2025 Toyota Crown is the 2025 Toyota Crown XLE 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $41,440.
Other versions include:
- XLE 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) which starts at $41,440
- Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) which starts at $45,950
- Nightshade 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) which starts at $48,765
- Platinum 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $54,990
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