The new 2024 Toyota Crown is a full-size sedan that comes with a raised suspension that gives you a high-riding, more commanding view of the road. Inside the cabin, you'll find the kind of luxury you might expect in a Lexus and you’ll also find one of two hybrid powertrains under the hood, both of which can give you extraordinary fuel efficiency. If you go up to the Platinum level, you can get a turbocharged hybrid powertrain that will give you exceptional performance. Here’s an overview of the new Toyota Crown that's available for a test drive right now at Toyota of Lompoc in Lompoc CA.
What are the trim levels?
The new Toyota Crown keeps things simple for Santa Barbara buyers with three trims to choose from: XLE, Limited and Platinum.
Is the Toyota Crown a plug-in hybrid?
No, the Toyota Crown is part of the Toyota EV/hybrid family and it comes with a much more convenient pure hybrid regardless of which model you choose. While a plug-in hybrid requires you to commit hours to recharging the battery, a pure Toyota hybrid recharges the battery automatically through a combination of regenerative braking and power from the internal combustion engine. The two more basic trims utilize a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and three electric motors to give you 236 horsepower. The new Hybrid Max combines a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an electric motor mounted on the back axle to deliver a combined 340 horsepower.
What kind of acceleration can I get in the Toyota Crown?
With the base powertrain, the Toyota Crown can reach 60 mph in 7.2 seconds. Buyers from Goleta and Santa Ynez who step up to the Platinum trim with the more muscular powertrain can hit 60 mph in just 5.1 seconds. The suspension in the new Crown has been specially-tuned to give you a relaxing ride and adaptive dampers provide this large four-door sedan with a more energetic approach to life.
How good is the fuel economy?
The Toyota Crown with the standard hybrid powertrain can give you as much as 42 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on Buellton highways. With the more powerful Platinum trim’s Hybrid Max powertrain you'll be getting 29 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. Those numbers are a welcome sight in today's high-priced economy.
Is the Toyota Crown bigger than the Camry?
Both the new Toyota Crown and the Toyota Camry are comparable in terms of size. The new Toyota Crown has slightly more length and is a little taller than the Camry while the Camry is slightly wider and gives you a little more headroom. The Camry is the most popular sedan in America and has been for more than 20 years. The Toyota Crown takes all the space and comfort of the Camry and elevates it to even higher level.
Does the Toyota Crown replace the Avalon?
Yes, the large Avalon sedan has been replaced by the Crown, an ambitious model that bridges the gap between conventional sedans and SUVs.
What is special about Toyota Crown?
The new Toyota Crown comes with an electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission or a direct shift six-speed automatic. All-wheel drive comes standard and so does a fearless, confident stance. The aerodynamic design gives the new Crown a streamlined appearance and the daytime running lights highlight a contemporary grille. In the Platinum trim, you can get 21-inch machine-finished alloy wheels and black accents that underscore the Crown’s attractive design. A large 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen comes standard across the lineup and so does smartphone connectivity and wireless device charging.
Experience the new Toyota Crown in person
As you can see, the new Toyota Crown is truly something special and you can best appreciate its high level of quality at close range. We invite you to reach out to schedule a test drive soon at Toyota of Lompoc, just minutes from Vandenberg Air Force Base in Lompoc, CA.
