TOYOTA LAND CRUISER: THE OFF-ROAD ICON IS BACK! BUT IS IT BETTER?

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The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser marks a triumphant return to the American market, blending its iconic off-road heritage with modern hybrid technology. The reviewer praises its comfortable highway ride, excellent visibility, and capable hardware for off-roading, highlighting the effectiveness of its driver assistance features on long trips. However, a significant drawback is the lack of factory underbody protection, with protruding plastic components and low-hanging parts like the exhaust and hitch cover raising concerns about durability during serious off-road excursions. While the interior is generally well-regarded for its materials, it's noted as being less luxurious than its Lexus GX sibling, especially considering the price point. The reviewer concludes that while the Land Cruiser has the potential to be an amazing off-roader, owners will likely need to invest in aftermarket protection to truly utilize its capabilities, making the stock form less of a hardcore off-roader and more of a comfortable, capable road-trip vehicle.