What are the differences between the Crown Land Cruiser and the Highlander?
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The differences between the Crown Land Cruiser and the Highlander lie in their exterior design, configurations, and after-sales services. Exterior: The Crown Land Cruiser features an inverted trapezoid-shaped hexagonal grille with the Crown emblem embedded in the center, while the lower grille adopts horizontal decorative strips. The new Highlander largely retains the design of the overseas version, with a larger and wider trapezoidal front grille, equipped with a winged Toyota emblem combination in the middle, which complements its muscular body more harmoniously. Configurations: Both the Crown Land Cruiser and the Highlander offer six configuration versions. The Crown Land Cruiser has two 2WD versions and four 4WD versions, while the Highlander has three 2WD versions and three 4WD versions. The premium version of the Crown Land Cruiser adds a 360-degree panoramic camera, double-layer laminated soundproof glass, and a 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel compared to the premium version of the Highlander, but lacks a hands-free power tailgate. The top-tier Crown Land Cruiser includes an additional double-layer laminated soundproof glass compared to the Highlander. After-sales services: Both the Crown Land Cruiser and the Highlander are hybrid models. The Crown Land Cruiser offers an 8-year or 200,000-kilometer battery warranty, while the Highlander provides a lifetime battery warranty.
The Crown Land Cruiser and Highlander are both excellent vehicles from Toyota, but they cater to different market segments. When I was looking at cars, I noticed that the Crown Land Cruiser follows a more premium route, featuring the Crown emblem, with a younger and more stylish exterior, and a bolder front fascia design, making it suitable for owners who seek individuality. The Highlander, on the other hand, is more classic and practical, with a design leaning towards stability, ideal for family use. In terms of pricing, the Crown Land Cruiser has a significantly higher starting price, roughly tens of thousands more, and includes features like more refined leather seats and a touchscreen navigation system. On the road, the Crown Land Cruiser's suspension tuning is slightly firmer, offering a stronger sporty feel, whereas the Highlander is softer and more comfortable. Fuel consumption is similar, but the Crown Land Cruiser's after-sales maintenance is a bit more complex. If your budget allows, it's worth taking both for a test drive.
