The 2025 Ford Bronco and 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser are two legendary nameplates that put a modern spin on off-road performance. But which of these midsize SUVs feels more at home in the Rockies? Our comparison guide looks into this question and more!
Key Takeaways
- Be kind to your budget — choose the Bronco over the Land Cruiser!
- Although the Land Cruiser comes standard with more power, the Bronco’s available upgrades give it the edge.
- Thanks to its standard creature comforts, the Land Cruiser takes the lead when it comes to luxury.
- With exclusive features like Trail Turn Assist, even the Bronco’s tech lineup is ready for your mountain adventures.
Budget-Friendly Price: 2025 Ford Bronco
Are you asking yourself, “How do I decide between a Bronco and a Land Cruiser?” We recommend starting with these models’ price tags! Now that the Base trim model has returned to the lineup, the price of a new Bronco has gone down for 2025. Ford’s off-road-ready SUV starts at just $37,995*. Compare that to the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser, which will set you back at least $56,700*!
*Price as of 4/15/25.
Powerful Performance: 2025 Ford Bronco
Not only is the Bronco the more versatile off-road SUV, but it also delivers the quickest performance. Plus, it’s the only one of these SUVs available with a manual transmission, giving you greater control over performance — something that’s sure to come in handy in difficult terrain. And did we mention that the Bronco Raptor’s exclusive turbocharged V6 spits out 418 horses, leaving the Land Cruiser in the dust?
2025 Ford Bronco Powertrain Options
- Standard 2.3L turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 325 lb-ft of torque)
- Optional 2.7L turbo V6 (330 hp, 415 lb-ft)
- Raptor-specific 3.0L turbo V6 (418 horsepower, 440 lb-ft of torque)
- Seven-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
Every Land Cruiser comes with the same turbocharged hybrid powertrain. It’s pretty powerful, but it lags behind the competition. Not to mention the Land Cruiser lacks options, making it tougher to create the off-road performance you crave.
If you’re expecting a thrifty hybrid performance, you may be disappointed to learn about its surprisingly mediocre EPA ratings: 23 mpg combined (22 city/25 highway). That’s barely better than the Bronco’s best efforts of 20 mpg combined (19 city/21 highway)!
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Powertrain Specs
- 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid engine (326 hp, 465 lb-ft of torque)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
Creature Comforts: 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
As you may have intuited from its much higher starting price, the Land Cruiser comes standard with the most impressive list of comfort features. For instance, every trim model treats you to winter-ready heated front seats and tri-zone automatic climate control. Toyota’s rugged SUV also delivers an impressive list of standard safety aids, from adaptive cruise control to lane-keeping assistance.
Although the Bronco doesn’t come standard with the aforementioned luxury features, they are available on higher trim models. And while the entry-level model is more focused on delivering rugged performance at a great price, it does give you two rows of roomy, supportive seating. The Mid and Lux packages are available to spruce up your comfort levels, adding features like heated front seats and a 360-degree camera, respectively.
Trail-Ready Technology: 2025 Ford Bronco
With its removable roof and doors, the Bronco immerses you in your off-road ride. And its tech lineup is equally ready for adventure, thanks to exclusive features like Trail Turn Assist (which helps you turn around on a narrow trail). Plus, every trim model gives you a lot for your money — with standard with SYNC 4 infotainment, a big 12-inch central touchscreen, and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity. The entry-level Bronco even throws in a 12-inch digital gauge cluster and terrain management system (aka the Bronco’s infamous G.O.A.T. Modes)!
In spite of costing so much more, the Land Cruiser’s standard tech lineup is lackluster by comparison. For instance, the base 1958 model features a smaller, 8-inch central touchscreen and 7-inch digital gauge cluster. On the other hand, this SUV does provide wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. However, to enjoy tech upgrades that the Bronco offers at no extra cost, you’ll need to spend even more for the top-trim Land Cruiser!
Colorado drivers need an off-road-ready SUV that can go the extra mile into the mountains — and that’s the 2025 Ford Bronco! Not only does Ford’s midsize SUV offer maximum versatility, with more powertrain options and a convertible roof, but it also lets you build a rugged ride at a great price. Your adventures start here — visit us at Brighton Ford to test-drive the latest Bronco!