The self-charging hybrid setup for the 2026 Land Cruiser 300 combines a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with a single electric motor
- Toyota has introduced a self-charging hybrid version of the Land Cruiser 300 Series.
- It’s the most powerful version of the off-roader yet, producing a combined 457 horses.
- The Land Cruiser Hybrid will be sold in multiple markets, including the Middle East.
The Toyota Land Cruiser is stepping into hybrid territory with its 300 Series (not to be confused with the 250 Series offered in North America), now offered with a self-charging powertrain that delivers more muscle than the existing gasoline and diesel options. First introduced in the Middle East, the new variant is expected to reach additional markets in the near future.
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At the heart of the new setup is a parallel hybrid system combining a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with a single electric motor. The duo puts out a combined 457 hp (341 kW / 464 PS) and 790 Nm (583 lb-ft) of torque, making this the most powerful Land Cruiser to date. That figure even matches the upscale Lexus LX700h. Power is delivered to all four wheels through a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Designed for Real-World Terrain
According to the company, the electrified powertrain has been developed with “true off-road capability and reliability front of mind, with the electric motor able to provide smooth and even throttle response even in the toughest of terrain”.
While full specs are still under wraps, Toyota Australia has indicated that the hybrid model will outperform the diesel version in terms of towing capacity. One small tradeoff, though: the hybrid version comes with a 68-liter (17.9-gallon) fuel tank, slightly smaller than the 80-liter (21.1-gallon) tank in the standard gasoline model.
Small Visual Tweaks Set It Apart
Visually, you’ll notice the hybrid mostly through its updated lower front bumper and revised intake design, specific to the VXR trim. The GR Sport version doesn’t get these exterior changes, but both trims wear “457 TT” badging along the sides and a “HEV” emblem on the tailgate to mark the electrified upgrade.
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Inside, the digital instrument cluster that was added with the 2025 MY update has hybrid-specific graphics and is paired with a 12.3-inch infotainment display. Toyota hasn’t shared the cargo capacity, so we don’t know if it’s compromised compared to the non-electrified version. Finally, there is a power outlet in the boot area.
On Sale Now in the Middle East
The Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid is available to order in the United Arab Emirates, with a starting price of AED 389,900 ($106,200) for the VXR trim and AED 409,900 ($111,600) for the GR-Sport.
The electrified SUV has also been confirmed for Australia, where it will land in the first half of 2026. Chances are that Toyota will bring it to its home market in Japan sometime in the near future.
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