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2018 Toyota Land Cruiser Base

The 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser Base is a 381-hp 5.7-liter V8 SUV with an 8-speed ect-i automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $84,565 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.

It makes 381 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 401 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).

The Land Cruiser measures 194.9 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,690 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$84,565
MSRP with Destination$85,860
Destination Charge$1,295
Engine
Engine Type3UR-FE 5.7L DOHC 32-valve dual VVT-i V8
Displacement5.7 L
Horsepower381 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque401 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 32-valve dual VVT-i
Bore and Stroke94.0 x 102.1
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeEFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFull-time 4WD with locking center differential, two-speed transfer case
Transmission
Transmission8-speed ECT-i automatic with sequential shift
Final Drive3.307
Fuel Economy
City13 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Combined15 MPG
Recommended Fuel87-octane regular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension4-link live axle, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar1.68 in
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.98 in
Turning Diameter38.7 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 13.4 in
Rear Brake DiscVentilated disc, 13.6 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 8.0 in
Wheels Rear18 x 8.0 in
Tires FrontP285/60R18
Tires RearP285/60R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length194.9 in
Width77.6 in
Height74 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track64.6 in
Rear Track64.4 in
Ground Clearance8.9 in
Approach Angle30°
Departure Angle20°
Cargo Volume81.7 ft³
Curb Weight5,690 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.3 in
Headroom Rear38.9 in
Legroom Front42.3 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front61 in
Shoulder Room Rear61.1 in
Hip Room Front59.8 in
Hip Room Rear58.5 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2018 Toyota Land Cruiser SUV AWD).

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota LAND CRUISER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 4, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

NHTSA campaign 20V682000

Dec 13, 2018 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.

Consequence: In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.

NHTSA campaign 18V887000

4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota LAND CRUISER

Owner Complaints

4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota LAND CRUISER (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags2
Exterior Lighting1
Power Train1
Unknown Or Other1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 27, 2025 · Power Train
“2018 Toyota Landcruiser. Potential vehicle crash, injury, damage, loss of value, reduced lifespan & reliabilty. Issue #1 - 2-3 times a month I experience shift shock. The transmission hesitates…”
May 8, 2022 · Unknown Or Other
“Driving on trail ridge road in Estes park. Fuel boiled and gas flowed out of the vehicle around the gas cap. It presents a real fire and environmental risk in addition to causing property damage to…”
Oct 8, 2019 · Air Bags Crash
“THE VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONT COLLISION OVER 50MPH AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.”
Aug 8, 2019 · Exterior Lighting, Air Bags
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V887000 (AIR BAGS). CHEROKEE COUNTY TOYOTA (301 LIBERTY BLVD, CANTON, GA 30114…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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