Toyota Land Cruiser vs Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe continued its legacy as a popular full-size SUV, largely due to its brand equity and practical capabilities. With a design refresh that included a new grille and updated lighting, the Tahoe maintained its appeal across six trim levels, from the no-frills LS to the luxurious High Country. The Z71 trim, which we tested, stood out with its off-road enhancements like skid plates and all-terrain tires. Inside, the Tahoe featured a new 17.7-inch touchscreen and a redesigned dashboard, offering a blend of modern tech and traditional controls, such as a steering-column-mounted shifter.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser, available in two trims, the 1958 and Cruiser, offered a mix of retro and modern aesthetics. The Cruiser trim, which we tested, featured a more upscale look with options like a Premium Package that added leather and tech upgrades. The Land Cruiser's design emphasized off-road capability with features like a roof rack and high ground clearance. Inside, the Cruiser trim provided a utilitarian yet comfortable cabin with dual 12.3-inch screens and Java-coloured leather, although the second-row seats lacked comfort. The Land Cruiser's design prioritized functionality, with a high load floor and a traditional two-box SUV shape.

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe offered a choice between two V8 engines and a diesel option. The 5.3-litre V8 delivered 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, while the 6.2-litre V8 provided 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. The 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder diesel engine, available in several trims, produced 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque, offering the best fuel efficiency at 9.7 L/100 km on the highway. All engines were paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and the Tahoe featured light steering and various suspension options, including Magnetic Ride Control and Air Ride adaptive suspension.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser came equipped with Toyota’s i-Force Max hybrid system, combining a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine with an electric motor, producing 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. The full-time 4WD system included electronic locking differentials and off-road features like Downhill Assist Control and Crawl Control. Despite an official fuel rating of 10.1 L/100 km, real-world testing showed 15.0 L/100 km. The Land Cruiser excelled in off-road conditions but struggled with handling on twisty roads due to its suspension tuning.

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe was designed for those needing to tow and carry passengers. With the 5.3-litre V8 and RWD, it could tow up to 3,810 kg, while 4WD models had slightly lower towing capacities. The Tahoe offered impressive cargo space, with up to 3,474 litres available with seats folded. However, with all seats in use, cargo space was limited to 722 litres. The Tahoe also featured a large 91-litre fuel tank, allowing for extended highway driving.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser, particularly in the Cruiser trim, offered SofTex artificial leather and ventilated front seats. The Premium Package added real leather and a sunroof. While front seats were comfortable, the second-row seats lacked support. The Land Cruiser provided 1,062 litres of cargo space, expanding to 2,324 litres with the rear seats folded. However, the high load floor made loading heavy items challenging.

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe featured a significant tech upgrade with a 17.7-inch touchscreen, 11-inch driver information screen, and optional 15-inch HUD. It included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Google Built-in for seamless integration. While the tech interface was sleek, the steering wheel controls were cluttered, and the premium Bose sound system was underwhelming compared to rivals.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser's Cruiser trim upgraded to dual 12.3-inch displays with Toyota Audio Multimedia, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Premium Package added a 14-speaker JBL sound system and other tech features. The Drive Connect system provided cloud-based navigation and a digital assistant, enhancing the infotainment experience.

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe included standard ADAS features like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a surround-view camera. While the 2024 model received four stars from NHTSA, the 2025 model was expected to perform similarly. However, it lacked a Top Safety Pick designation from IIHS.

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser came with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, offering features like forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. The Premium Package added front cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist. The Land Cruiser received a four-star overall rating from NHTSA, with a three-star rollover resistance rating.