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Car and Driver
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Toyota Crown Signia Review, Pricing, and Specs
Overview Like the Crown sedan, the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia SUV is a luxurious vessel for quiet, anxiety-free motoring. All Crown Signia models are hybrid, powered by the same 243-hp four-cylinder electrified powertrain. Performance is average and handling is muted, but the Signia's target buyer is likely looking for comfort over sporting pretension. Inside, the Crown Signia offers premium materials and a contemporary design that puts Toyota's latest cabin tech at the driver's fingertips. A 12.3-inch infotainment display, wireless smartphone connectivity, and a host of driver assists are all standard. For the most premium experience, spring for the Limited trim, which comes with luxuries such as a JBL stereo, a panoramic glass roof, and heated rear seats. If you do, you'll find the top-spec Signia nearly aligned with luxury-badged SUVs such as the Lexus RX and the Lincoln Corsair. What's New for 2026? The Crown Signia was a new addition to the Toyota lineup for the 2025 model year, so we expect to see no significant changes for 2026. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia is expected to start around $46,000 and go up to $50,000 depending on the trim and options. XLE $46,000 (est) Limited $50,000 (est) 0 $10k $20k $30k $40k $50k $60k $70k $80k The Crown Signia is offered in both XLE and Limited trim levels. Although it's several thousand dollars more expensive to start, the Limited is the one to get, as it adds a panoramic sunroof, 21-inch wheels, heated rear seats, and an 11-speaker JBL stereo system. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The Crown Signia comes with an all-wheel-drive hybrid powertrain. It uses a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder gasoline engine and three electric motors. This produces a total of 243 horsepower, and a continuously variable automatic transmission is standard. This combination is not exactly exciting, and the engine can drone under hard acceleration, but the Crown Signia is quick enough for highway passing maneuvers in the real world. In our test drive of the Crown Signia, we found it to prioritize quiet and comfortable cruising over engaging handling, which is appropriate for this segment. 0–60-MPH Times At our test track, the Crown Signia got to 60 mph in 7.0 seconds, a comparable time to other mid-size hybrid SUVs. View Photos Toyota Towing and Payload Capacity Properly equipped with a tow hitch, the Crown Signia can tow up to 2700 pounds. Rivals such as the Honda Passport and the Toyota 4Runner Hybrid are better options for those who need to tow heavier trailers. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG The EPA hasn't released any fuel economy information for the 2026 Crown Signia yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings of 39 mpg city, 37 mpg highway, and 38 mpg combined. In our 75-mph real-world highway fuel-economy test, it couldn't match those numbers and achieved only 32 mpg. For more information about the Crown Signia's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo The Crown Signia's interior is similar to the Crown sedan's, with nice materials and a pleasant-looking dashboard design. The standard upholstery is a combination of cloth and vinyl in the XLE model, but the Limited upgrades to leather seats. The two-row seating setup offers space for five passengers, and there's a generously sized cargo area that expands when you fold the rear seats. A panoramic sunroof is optional and makes for an airier feel, and both tan and black interior color options are available. View Photos Toyota Infotainment and Connectivity A 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard across the board, as is a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The central touchscreen offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus many other connectivity features including Wi-Fi, over-the-air updates, and a voice assistant. The XLE trim comes with a six-speaker stereo but upgrading to the Limited swaps in an 11-speaker stereo tuned by JBL. Safety and Driver-Assistance Features Most of Toyota's latest driver-assistance features are standard equipment on the Crown Signia. All models come equipped with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist. For more information about the Crown Signia's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist Standard adaptive cruise control Warranty and Maintenance Coverage The Crown Signia comes with the same warranty coverage as other Toyota models, which isn't as generous as rivals from Hyundai and Kia. Toyota covers the Crown Signia's maintenance for the first two years or 25,000 miles, which is a nice benefit that's not standard on other mid-size crossovers. Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles Hybrid components are covered for ten years or 150,000 miles Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for two years or 25,000 miles Specifications Specifications 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited Vehicle Type: front-engine, front- and rear-motor, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon PRICE Base/As Tested: $49,385/$51,675 Options: Advanced Technology package (surround-view cameras, power-folding exterior mirrors, front cross-traffic alert, traffic-jam assist, lane change assist, front and rear parking assist with automated braking), $1865; Finish Line Red paint, $425 POWERTRAIN DOHC 16-valve 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle inline-4, 188 hp, 178 lb-ft + 3 AC motors; front: 180 hp, 199 lb-ft; rear: 54 hp, 89 lb-ft (combined output: 240 hp; 0.6-kWh [C/D est] nickel-metal hydride battery pack) Transmissions, F/R: continuously variable automatic/direct-drive CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink Brakes, F/R: 12.9-in vented disc/12.5-in vented disc Tires: Bridgestone Turanza EL450 Enlighten 235/45R-21 97W M+S DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 112.2 in Length: 194.1 in Width: 74.0 in Height: 64.2 in Passenger Volume, F/R: 52/44 ft3 Cargo Volume, behind F/R: 66/25 ft3 Curb Weight: 4275 lb C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 7.0 sec 1/4-Mile: 15.4 sec @ 91 mph 100 mph: 19.1 sec Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec. Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 7.6 sec Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 4.2 sec Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 5.1 sec Top Speed (gov ltd): 118 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 183 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.82 g C/D FUEL ECONOMY Observed: 31 mpg 75-mph Highway Driving: 32 mpg 75-mph Highway Range: 460 mi EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST) Combined/City/Highway: 38/39/37 mpg C/D TESTING EXPLAINED More Features and Specs
Business Insider
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
I drove Toyota's new Crown Signia wagon. It's Lexus-level luxury at a surprisingly good price.
The base Crown Signia XLE starts at $43,590. My fully-loaded Crown Signia Limited loaner started at $47,990. Freight fees and a handful of tech options raised the as-tested price to $52,074. The Crown Signia is a bit more expensive than a fully-loaded Subaru Outback, which tops out at around $45,000, but it's still cheaper than the last Nissan Murano we tested, which cost $55,000. The Crown Signia's wagon styling is a real standout. The Crown's sedan-like, wide stance also contributes to the wagon's looks. The Crown Signia is powered by the latest version of Toyota's hybrid system, featuring a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The 188 horsepower, naturally aspirated inline-four-cylinder engine is paired with a 180-horsepower electric motor, driving the front wheels through Toyota's electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. Out back is a small 1.15 kWh Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack, and a rear axle-mounted 54 horsepower electric motor that gives the Crown Signia an on-demand electronic all-wheel drive system. Total system output is 240 horsepower. It's a similar setup to the latest Toyota Camry and Highlander hybrid. The 4,200-lb Crown Signia boasts EPA fuel economy ratings of 39 mpg city, 37 mpg highway, and 38 mpg combined. That's a whopping 16 mpg more than the non-hybrid Nissan Murano and four mpg more than the comparable Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. The Crown Signia's a relaxed cruiser. Despite delivering solid acceleration off the line with a 0-60 time of 7.1 seconds according to Toyota, speed and handling prowess are not the Crown Signia's primary selling points. In fact, its engine, like that of most vehicles powered by the Toyota Hybrid System, can be uncharacteristically loud under hard acceleration. But that's only if you keep your right foot planted, trying to wring every horsepower out of its engine. Avoid driving it like you're starring in the next Fast and Furious film, and the Crown Signia will reward you with a quiet and refined experience worthy of a much more expensive luxury car. Toyota delivered a finely crafted cabin worthy of a luxury car. The Crown Signia combines the thoughtful functionality and build quality of the Camry sedan with the styling and high-class materials worthy of Toyota's Lexus premium brand. Cabin ergonomics are impeccable, with a great mix of logically located digital and physical controls. Soft-touch materials have been strategically placed at high-contact areas. There is also plenty of in-cabin storage with its ingenious center console-mounted vertical wireless phone charger, the best I've ever used. My test car came equipped with a large panoramic glass roof that looks great but strangely does not open. The Crown Signia offers a laundry list of the latest automotive tech features. The Crown Signia's tech suite is built around a 12.3-inch digital instrument display in front of the driver and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen mounted atop the center stack. Both are standard on all trims. The Toyota Audio Multimedia system is one of the most idiot-proof systems on the market. The navigation map is the default screen, and submenus are kept to a minimum. All Crown Signias come standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. They also all come standard with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes adaptive cruise control (DRCC), lane departure alert with steering assist, and a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection. Toyota's adaptive cruise control and lane centering system, although not hands-free, has seen great improvement in recent years. Overall, it's pretty simple to use, does a good job of keeping you centered in the lane. The cabin and seats in my test car were covered in a rich saddle tan leather. The heat and ventilated seats were not only beautifully stitched but also incredibly comfortable. The rear seat passengers enjoy an equally plush experience. The leather-lined rear cabin delivers a spacious 37 inches of legroom, comparable to a premium economy seat on an airplane. The rear bench is also heated, and its passengers have access to a pair of USB-C sockets. Cargo capacity is solid, but not the Crown Signia's strongest attribute. With 25 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat, the Toyota offers eight cubic feet less than the Nissan Murano and Subaru Outback. My verdict: The Toyota Crown Signia is a stylish, refined, efficient hybrid wagon that's surprisingly good value for money. As wagons grow increasingly rare in the automotive marketplace, it's refreshing to see a major mainstream brand not only introduce a wagon, but also one so beautifully put together. The Crown Signia, sold in Toyota's homeland as the Crown Estate, had a lot to live up to considering the nameplate it wears. But it's come through with flying colors. Toyota has given America a most unexpected midsize wagon that's stylish, refined, efficient, and, at a fully loaded price of $52,000, solid value for money.
