2015 Toyota Land Cruiser Base Sport Utility 4-Door 5.7L

Additional Information about Toyota Land Cruiser 2015 Base Model Overview The 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser is only offered in one 'fully loaded' model, eaving little room for options. All Land Cruisers include a 381-horsepower, .7L V8 engine, long with a 6-speed automatic transmission and full-time 4-wheel drive. Towing and off-roading are primary missions of the Land Cruiser--as well as suburban family duty--and it shows in its powertrain; the engine produces 90 percent of its peak torque below 2,200 rpm, hile there's a special water-cooled oil cooler for heavy towing tasks. The Land Cruiser can tow up to 8,500 pounds when properly equipped. The engine is also designed to run fine on regular gasoline, nd fifth and sixth gear for the transmission are deep overdrive ratios aimed at improving highway fuel economy. With body-on-frame construction combined with a 3-stage crash structure, he Land Cruiser combines the stout durability of a truck as well as modern occupant protection. The high-mount double-wishbone suspension of the Land Cruiser, ith a hollow stabilizer bar and coil springs, s configured for tough off-roading while optimizing control on the road. In back, he multi-link suspension setup with a lateral link helps cornering over choppy surfaces. Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS), llows more wheel articulation during off-roading yet helps keep cornering flat on the road. Meanwhile, he Land Cruiser's dual-range transfer case, ith a Torsen limited-slip locking center differential, ets the Land Cruiser distribute 60 percent of engine power to the rear wheels during ordinary driving, et is able to send more power to whichever wheels could use it the best. Crawl Control and an Off-Road Turn Assist and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) help maintain stability and steadiness over precarious off-road surfaces. Variable-ratio power steering helps maneuverability off-road. A so-called Multi-terrain Select system lets the driver dial in enough wheel slip to suit the type of terrain-- pavement, now, and or mud for instance. Considering the Land Cruiser's off-road capability, t's surprisingly nimble on-road. While the Land Cruiser isn't easy to park or maneuver in tight spaces, t makes up for it with its ease on the freeway with good high-speed passing ability and stability. Interior comfort is superb. Its two bucket seats up front are generously sized, hile the 3-across seat in the second road is adult-sized. At the far back, here's more room for up to three--although access is tighter. The second row adjusts fore and aft to optimize space. The Land Cruiser comes with keyless entry, ush-button start, power moonroof, ruise control, universal garage-door opener, teering-wheel audio controls, ower front seats, navigation system, DVD rear entertainment system, cooled storage box and heated front and rear seats. A JBL premium sound system is also standard and comes equipped with Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and audio streaming, D Radio, irius satellite radio, SB/iPod connectivity and 13 speakers with a subwoofer. Options are limited to a few dealer-installed accessories, uch as remote start.The Land Cruiser comes with Entune standard, system that uses the navigation system's 8-inch touch screen to provide an entertainment and information systems interface. Entune will also interact with certain smartphone apps. The Land Cruiser includes a 3-year subscription to the service.