2026 · Lifted hybrid sedan
Toyota Crown: stopping, space, visibility and safety, measured
A lifted hybrid sedan with standard all-wheel drive, from 236 hp to the 340-hp Hybrid MAX.
Figures are for the Crown Limited (2 trims in the catalog, listed below). Last checked Oct 24, 2026.
Where it stands among sedans
- #2 of 7Large suitcases, packed: 2
- #2 of 7Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in: +6.0 in
- #1 of 7Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver: +0.2 in
- #1 of 4Cabin sound at 70 mph: 67 dBA
Ranked against the default trim of every sedan in the catalog that has the figure.
At a glance
| Starting price, this trim | $47,245PublishedToyota |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.5 L four-cylinder + three electric motors · Electronic On-Demand AWD (rear motor) |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 7.2 sTestedCar and Driver |
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 191 ft (58.2 m)TestedCar and Driver |
| EPA combined | 41 mpg (5.7 L/100 km)PublishedEPA |
| Cargo behind the second row | 15.0 cu ft (425 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Large suitcases, packed | 2Simulatedfrom Toyota Canada |
| Seats | 5Published |
| Crash ratings | NHTSA 5★ overall · IIHS crash tests G/–/G |
Acceleration
Why some cars pin you to the seat and others just hum along.
| Power | 236 hp (176 kW)PublishedToyota |
|---|---|
| Torque | 163 lb-ft (221 Nm)PublishedToyota Canada |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 7.2 sTestedCar and Driver |
| 0–60 mph, our simulation | 7.2 sSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Passing, 50–70 mph | 5.1 sTestedCar and Driver |
| Quarter mile | 15.5 sTestedCar and Driver |
Braking and stopping distance
The distance between "I saw it" and "I stopped" decides everything.
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 191 ft (58.2 m)TestedCar and Driver |
|---|---|
| Braking 60–0 mph, tested | 120 ft (36.6 m)TestedMotorTrend |
| Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 386 ft (117.7 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Dry road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 294 ft (89.5 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Packed snow from 30 mph, 1 s reaction | 179 ft (54.7 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
Rollover
Where the weight sits decides how easily a car falls over.
| NHTSA rollover rating | 4★ · 11.3% riskTestedNHTSA |
|---|---|
| Sideways slide that trips it into a roll | 12 mph (20 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputsfrom NHTSA |
| Static stability factor (half-track ÷ CoG height) | 1.34Simulated, estimated inputsfrom NHTSA |
Efficiency and running costs
At highway speed most of your energy is spent shoving air.
| EPA combined | 41 mpg (5.7 L/100 km)PublishedEPA |
|---|---|
| Fuel or charging, 15,000 mi a year | $1,638/yrDerivedEPA |
| Steady 75 mph, our simulation | 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Drag coefficient | 0.32DerivedEPA |
Grip, snow and maneuvering
Four palm-sized patches of rubber. Every maneuver spends their grip.
| Skidpad grip, tested | 0.82 gTestedCar and Driver |
|---|---|
| Cornering grip, our simulation | 0.82 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Pulling away on packed snow | 0.24 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Turning circle | 38.0 ft (11.6 m)PublishedToyota Canada |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in (15 cm)PublishedToyota |
| Tires | Bridgestone Turanza EL450 225/45R21 95W all-season · 225/45R21TestedCar and Driver |
Space, luggage and fit
Will your knees, your luggage and your kids actually fit?
| Seats | 5Published |
|---|---|
| Large suitcases, packed | 2Simulatedfrom Toyota Canada |
| Carry-ons in the space left | 0Simulatedfrom Toyota Canada |
| Cargo behind the second row | 15.0 cu ft (425 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver | +0.2 in (0 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 11 in driver | +2.5 in (6 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 4 in driver | +5.6 in (14 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear head room, 5 ft 11 in passenger | −0.3 in (-1 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in | +6.0 in (15 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Rear head and knee, 6 ft 4 in behind 6 ft 4 in | −2.9 in head · +1.7 in kneeSimulated, estimated inputs |
| Front head room, published | 38.2 in (97 cm)PublishedToyota Canada |
| Rear head room, published | 37.5 in (95 cm)PublishedToyota Canada |
| Rear leg room, published | 38.9 in (99 cm)PublishedToyota Canada |
Cabin noise
How loud is it inside at 70 mph, and what exactly are you hearing?
| Cabin sound at 70 mph | 67 dBATestedCar and Driver |
|---|
Visibility
Every car hides some of the road. How much, and who could be standing in it?
| Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver | 20 ft (6.2 m)Simulated |
|---|---|
| Ground visible within 33 ft ahead | 35%Simulated |
Headlights and night stopping
IIHS measured how far these headlights reach. Can you stop inside that light?
| IIHS headlight rating | GoodTestedIIHS |
|---|---|
| Low beams, straight road (right edge) | 296 ft (90.1 m)TestedIIHS |
| Fastest you can stop inside the low beams | 63 mph (102 km/h)Simulatedfrom IIHS |
| High beams, straight road (right edge) | 560 ft (170.8 m)TestedIIHS |
Crash safety
Official crash ratings side by side, and the physics of what happens when two cars meet.
| NHTSA overall | 5★TestedNHTSA |
|---|---|
| IIHS small overlap front | GoodTestedIIHS |
| IIHS side (updated) | GoodTestedIIHS |
| Curb weight | 4,063 lb (1,843 kg)TestedCar and Driver |
Crown compared
Trims in the catalog
- Crown Limited · from $47,245 · figures on this page
- Crown Platinum Hybrid MAX · from $56,285
Other sedans
Sources
- Toyota: 2026 Crown trims and base MSRP (XLE $41,440, Limited $45,950, Nightshade $48,765, Platinum $54,990) (2026-10)
- Car and Driver: Tested: 2023 Toyota Crown Courts Controversy (Limited and Platinum Hybrid Max) (2023-08)
- US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Toyota Crown Hybrid AWD ratings (id 49297) (2026-10)
- Toyota Canada: 2026 Crown Product Information (dimensions, weights, motors, battery, anti-roll bars, interior, cargo) (2026-10)
- Toyota USA Newsroom: The 2026 Toyota Crown Brings a Blend of Bold and Unique Features to the Road Ahead (2025-04)
- MotorTrend: 2024 Toyota Crown Limited First Test Review: One Strange Sedan (2026-10)
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings: 2026 Toyota Crown Hybrid 4-door HEV AWD (VehicleId 21680) (2026-10)
- US EPA: Data on cars used for testing fuel economy, MY2026 (Crown AWD 2.5 L hybrid and 2.4 L turbo coastdown targets and axle ratios) (2026-01)
- Toyota: 2023 Crown eBrochure: specifications (track by grade, ground clearance); same generation as 2026 (2026-10)
- IIHS: 2026 Toyota Crown ratings (crash tests apply to 2023–26) (2026-10)
Badges: Published figures come from the maker, a regulator or a rating agency; Tested from an independent instrumented test; Simulated are computed by our physics from those inputs (how); Estimate means no published value exists. Confirm figures with the maker or your dealer before you buy.