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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
Car and Driver
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
View Exterior Photos of the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
The LE, XLE, and Limited models are not available with the plug-in hybrid setup; to get that, you'll have to opt for either the ruggedized Woodland or the sportier SE, XSE, or GR Sport trims.
CNBC
16-05-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Trade Tracker: Steve Weiss sells the XLE
Steve Weiss, Founder and Managing Partner of Short Hills Capital Partners joins CNBC's 'Halftime Report' to explain why he's selling the XLE.
Auto Blog
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Shopping for a 2025 Toyota bZ4X? Here's What Experts Say You Should Look At Instead
The bZ4X has a lot of enemies If you've been eyeing the battery-electric 2025 Toyota bZ4X and have put off buying one, your patience has been rewarded. Toyota has cut the price of the base XLE front-wheel-drive model to $37,070, a 41% price reduction. Prefer all-wheel drive? That's now $39,150. Limited models start at $41,800, down $5,380 from last year. The price cuts are needed, as the Toyota bZ4X isn't eligible for federal EV tax credits, but more than that, Toyota's first electric vehicle just isn't competitive – yet. 2025 Toyota bZ4X — Source: Toyota For 2025, the most you get from a bZ4X is an EPA-rated 252 miles of range out of an XLE FWD, but it falls as low as 222 miles on an XLE AWD or XLE Limited AWD. There's no abundance of power, either, with 201 horsepower for front-wheel-drive models and 214 horsepower with all-wheel drive. That's adequate at best. And should you be so inclined, it can tow 1,500 pounds. Driving the bZ4X is pleasant enough, but it lacks the alert, quick feel most EVs possess, and its regenerative braking is meager, so one pedal driving is not possible. 2025 Toyota bZ4X — Source: Toyota Inside, there's a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment display, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging. There's 94 cubic feet of passenger capacity and 26-28 cubic feet of cargo space, depending on the model, which expands to 57 cubic feet with the seats folded. There is no front trunk, either, as in some other EVs. Thankfully, there are some overdue changes for 2026 that should make a big difference. Gone is the odd black-painted fender, part of a redesign that makes the vehicle more appealing. Inside, the center console gets revised and sports a new 14-inch infotainment touchscreen. Its name gets a makeover too, now shortened just to bZ. Batteries get upgraded, too, now benefitting from a Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port. Front-wheel-drive XLE models now boast 221 horsepower, with all-wheel drive models getting a far healthier 338 horsepower. Range is up as well, and although EPA numbers haven't been released, Toyota estimates anywhere from 236 miles of range on the XLE FWD to 278 to 278-to-314 miles of range for other models, which is far more competitive. But there's still no federal tax credit available for the bZ, and 2026 model year pricing hasn't been announced either. So, if you need an EV now, here are some rivals to consider. Chevrolet Equinox EV 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV 1LT — Source: Chevrolet Despite a starting price of $34,995 including destination charge, the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox gets the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit, reducing the cost before options, taxes, and fees to $27,495. For that, you get a cabin with 102 cubic feet of passenger space and 26 cubic feet of cargo space, expanding to 57 cubic feet with the seats folded. There is no front trunk here either, and towing is rated at 1,500 pounds. There's an 11-inch digital gauge cluster and a mammoth 17.7-inch infotainment touchscreen with integrated Google Maps and Spotify. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available. 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS — Source: Chevrolet Offered in LT1, LTS, and RS trim, the single-motor, front-wheel-drive Equinox EV gets an EPA-rated 319 miles on a charge while generating 220 horsepower. Opt for the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive model, and you still run 307 miles of range with a far healthier 300 horsepower. Super Cruise, GM's hands-free semi-autonomous driving technology, is optional. That said, performance is merely adequate on front-wheel-drive models, while all-wheel-drive powertrains pack the punch you'll appreciate. It's a solid mainstream EV at a great price that lives up to Chevrolet's classic value story, but the lack of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto will make it a no-go for some. Hyundai Ioniq 5 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited — Source: Hyundai At once fresh and familiar, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is filled with exquisite detailing. Its relentlessly horizontal instrument panel contains two side-by-side 12.3-inch screens, one being the digital instrument cluster, and the other acting as the infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, voice recognition, a navigation system, and USB-C ports are all on board, as well as a new steering wheel. The Ioniq 5 is also impressive roomy, with 106.5 cubic feet of passenger volume and 26 cubic feet of cargo volume that grows to 59 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT The entry-level Ioniq 5 SE Standard Range provides 168 horsepower and a 240-mile range with rear-wheel drive. SE, SEL, and Limited trims have 225 horsepower and 310 miles with a single motor and rear-wheel drive. There's also a dual-motor option that provides all-wheel drive with 320 horsepower and 250-280 miles of range depending on trim and tires. A new off-road-oriented XRT trim is available, but Hyundai has not released its horsepower or range ratings. The Ioniq 5 thankfully gets a Tesla North American Charging Standard port, although CCS plugs are also provided. Towing capacity is 2,300 pounds with rear-wheel drive. You can opt for the high-performance Ioniq 5 N, but we review that separately, along with other high-performance EVs. Overall, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 instills driver confidence, with negligible body roll and swift, precise steering, making navigating easy. Credit its wide stance and a ton of mass placed down low for those characteristics. It's particularly fun in Sport driving mode, where its rear-wheel bias becomes apparent. Best of all, it's built in Georgia and eligible for the full $7,500 tax credit. Prices start at $44,075 including destination charge or $36,575 including the tax credit. Nissan Ariya 2025 Nissan Ariya — Source: Nissan Strikingly styled inside and out, the Nissan Ariya sings a design song that so many Nissan products do. While it lacks the unforgettable design of the first Nissan Rogue or Infiniti FX 35, it's nonetheless quite striking. This compact battery-electric SUV offers 97 cubic feet of passenger space and slightly less than 23 cubic feet of cargo room, expanding to more than 59 cubic feet with the seats folded. Elegant and eloquent in its execution, the interior is beautifully finished, with controls embedded in a strip of wood that traverses the instrument panel. A 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment display come standard with Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, and four USB ports. 2024 Nissan Ariya — Source: Nissan The front-wheel drive Ariya Engage and Evolve+ generate 214 horsepower on the former and 238 horsepower on the latter, and have an estimated 216 and 289 miles of range, respectively. All-wheel drive Ariya Engage models have 335 horsepower and 205 miles of range. The upper-level Engage+, Evolve+, and Platinum+ trims have 389 horsepower, generating more than enough power for 272 miles of range for the first two models, and 267 miles for the Platinum+. Towing is rated at 1,500 pounds. Like so many Nissan vehicles, the Ariya provides a quiet, composed ride and handling with light steering and an agreeable, pleasing demeanor. Final thoughts 2026 Toyota bZ — Source: Toyota While we wouldn't recommend the 2025 Toyota bZ4X, we do think the 2026 Toyota bZ is worth waiting for if you want a battery-electric Toyota. But price remains a question mark, and given the current trade uncertainty and a lack of federal income tax credit, you might be tempted to sample the beautifully executed 2025 Nissan Ariya or bargain-priced Chevrolet Equinox EV, which proves a hard one to resist for those on a budget. Yet if you want any kind of driver involvement from your EV, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an excellent choice, proving fun-to-drive and remarkably well-designed with a forward-looking design aesthetic contained in a package that recalls the most fun hot hatches of the 1980s. Regardless of what floats your boat, there's something here sure to electrify your electric motoring passion.
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Shopping for a 2025 Toyota bZ4X? Here's What Experts Say You Should Look At Instead
If you've been eyeing the battery-electric 2025 Toyota bZ4X and have put off buying one, your patience has been rewarded. Toyota has cut the price of the base XLE front-wheel-drive model to $37,070, a 41% price reduction. Prefer all-wheel drive? That's now $39,150. Limited models start at $41,800, down $5,380 from last year. The price cuts are needed, as the Toyota bZ4X isn't eligible for federal EV tax credits, but more than that, Toyota's first electric vehicle just isn't competitive – yet. For 2025, the most you get from a bZ4X is an EPA-rated 252 miles of range out of an XLE FWD, but it falls as low as 222 miles on an XLE AWD or XLE Limited AWD. There's no abundance of power, either, with 201 horsepower for front-wheel-drive models and 214 horsepower with all-wheel drive. That's adequate at best. And should you be so inclined, it can tow 1,500 pounds. Driving the bZ4X is pleasant enough, but it lacks the alert, quick feel most EVs possess, and its regenerative braking is meager, so one pedal driving is not possible. Inside, there's a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment display, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging. There's 94 cubic feet of passenger capacity and 26-28 cubic feet of cargo space, depending on the model, which expands to 57 cubic feet with the seats folded. There is no front trunk, either, as in some other EVs. Thankfully, there are some overdue changes for 2026 that should make a big difference. Gone is the odd black-painted fender, part of a redesign that makes the vehicle more appealing. Inside, the center console gets revised and sports a new 14-inch infotainment touchscreen. Its name gets a makeover too, now shortened just to bZ. Batteries get upgraded, too, now benefitting from a Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port. Front-wheel-drive XLE models now boast 221 horsepower, with all-wheel drive models getting a far healthier 338 horsepower. Range is up as well, and although EPA numbers haven't been released, Toyota estimates anywhere from 236 miles of range on the XLE FWD to 278 to 278-to-314 miles of range for other models, which is far more competitive. But there's still no federal tax credit available for the bZ, and 2026 model year pricing hasn't been announced either. So, if you need an EV now, here are some rivals to consider. Despite a starting price of $34,995 including destination charge, the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox gets the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit, reducing the cost before options, taxes, and fees to $27,495. For that, you get a cabin with 102 cubic feet of passenger space and 26 cubic feet of cargo space, expanding to 57 cubic feet with the seats folded. There is no front trunk here either, and towing is rated at 1,500 pounds. There's an 11-inch digital gauge cluster and a mammoth 17.7-inch infotainment touchscreen with integrated Google Maps and Spotify. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available. Offered in LT1, LTS, and RS trim, the single-motor, front-wheel-drive Equinox EV gets an EPA-rated 319 miles on a charge while generating 220 horsepower. Opt for the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive model, and you still run 307 miles of range with a far healthier 300 horsepower. Super Cruise, GM's hands-free semi-autonomous driving technology, is optional. That said, performance is merely adequate on front-wheel-drive models, while all-wheel-drive powertrains pack the punch you'll appreciate. It's a solid mainstream EV at a great price that lives up to Chevrolet's classic value story, but the lack of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto will make it a no-go for some. At once fresh and familiar, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is filled with exquisite detailing. Its relentlessly horizontal instrument panel contains two side-by-side 12.3-inch screens, one being the digital instrument cluster, and the other acting as the infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, voice recognition, a navigation system, and USB-C ports are all on board, as well as a new steering wheel. The Ioniq 5 is also impressive roomy, with 106.5 cubic feet of passenger volume and 26 cubic feet of cargo volume that grows to 59 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. The entry-level Ioniq 5 SE Standard Range provides 168 horsepower and a 240-mile range with rear-wheel drive. SE, SEL, and Limited trims have 225 horsepower and 310 miles with a single motor and rear-wheel drive. There's also a dual-motor option that provides all-wheel drive with 320 horsepower and 250-280 miles of range depending on trim and tires. A new off-road-oriented XRT trim is available, but Hyundai has not released its horsepower or range ratings. The Ioniq 5 thankfully gets a Tesla North American Charging Standard port, although CCS plugs are also provided. Towing capacity is 2,300 pounds with rear-wheel drive. You can opt for the high-performance Ioniq 5 N, but we review that separately, along with other high-performance EVs. Overall, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 instills driver confidence, with negligible body roll and swift, precise steering, making navigating easy. Credit its wide stance and a ton of mass placed down low for those characteristics. It's particularly fun in Sport driving mode, where its rear-wheel bias becomes apparent. Best of all, it's built in Georgia and eligible for the full $7,500 tax credit. Prices start at $44,075 including destination charge or $36,575 including the tax credit. Strikingly styled inside and out, the Nissan Ariya sings a design song that so many Nissan products do. While it lacks the unforgettable design of the first Nissan Rogue or Infiniti FX 35, it's nonetheless quite striking. This compact battery-electric SUV offers 97 cubic feet of passenger space and slightly less than 23 cubic feet of cargo room, expanding to more than 59 cubic feet with the seats folded. Elegant and eloquent in its execution, the interior is beautifully finished, with controls embedded in a strip of wood that traverses the instrument panel. A 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment display come standard with Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, and four USB ports. The front-wheel drive Ariya Engage and Evolve+ generate 214 horsepower on the former and 238 horsepower on the latter, and have an estimated 216 and 289 miles of range, respectively. All-wheel drive Ariya Engage models have 335 horsepower and 205 miles of range. The upper-level Engage+, Evolve+, and Platinum+ trims have 389 horsepower, generating more than enough power for 272 miles of range for the first two models, and 267 miles for the Platinum+. Towing is rated at 1,500 pounds. Like so many Nissan vehicles, the Ariya provides a quiet, composed ride and handling with light steering and an agreeable, pleasing demeanor. While we wouldn't recommend the 2025 Toyota bZ4X, we do think the 2026 Toyota bZ is worth waiting for if you want a battery-electric Toyota. But price remains a question mark, and given the current trade uncertainty and a lack of federal income tax credit, you might be tempted to sample the beautifully executed 2025 Nissan Ariya or bargain-priced Chevrolet Equinox EV, which proves a hard one to resist for those on a budget. Yet if you want any kind of driver involvement from your EV, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an excellent choice, proving fun-to-drive and remarkably well-designed with a forward-looking design aesthetic contained in a package that recalls the most fun hot hatches of the 1980s. Regardless of what floats your boat, there's something here sure to electrify your electric motoring passion. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
