2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.

- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 5.7L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 13 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 84 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 26% below the 2020 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is a standard SUV offered with a 5.7L 8-cyl engine and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway), 26% worse than the 2020 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Land Cruiser — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Land Cruiser →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -26% | $4,800 | 618 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Similar 2020 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Suburban | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 35 |
| 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2020 GMC Yukon | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Land Cruiser years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Land Cruiser | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Land Cruiser | 23 | 196.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2025 Land Cruiser | 23 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 33 |
| 2024 Land Cruiser | 23 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 40 |
| 2021 Land Cruiser | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2017 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2016 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2015 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2014 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2013 Land Cruiser | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →