DecodedCars2021 Toyota Land Cruiser
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 5.7L 8-cyl
- Horsepower
- 381 hp
- 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 complaints1 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 205 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 26% below the 2021 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 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 2021 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.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 Land Cruiser — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 Land Cruiser →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Toyota City, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2021 Land Cruiser configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
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 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Similar 2021 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Suburban | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 27 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 16 |
| 2021 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 14 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 16 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2021 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 2021 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 |
| 2020 Land Cruiser | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 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 →