Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. Toyota Land Cruiser
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Toyota Land Cruiser contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Toyota Land Cruiser.
When we compare the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's and the Toyota Land Cruiser's specifications and ratings, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Toyota Land Cruiser has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's and the Toyota Land Cruiser's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Land Cruiser is a better car than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Pricing: A used 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar ranges from $36,629 to $53,526 while a used 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is priced between $71,720 to $92,486.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar loses 51.7 percent of its value and the Toyota Land Cruiser loses 36.2 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser retains 15.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is 6.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Land Cruiser's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is 5.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Land Cruiser the reliability rating is 9.9 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Land Cruiser a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar’s base engine makes 247 horsepower, and the Toyota Land Cruiser base engine makes 381 horsepower. The Range Rover Velar is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Land Cruiser is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 418 miles. This gives the Land Rover Range Rover Velar the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Land Cruiser. The Range Rover Velar uses premium unleaded, and the Land Cruiser uses regular unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$56,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$64,309
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$42,500 - $108,600
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$85,665
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$54,102
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$44,000 - $85,665
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$44,139
Price Range:
$36,629 - $53,526
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$52,943
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$35,666 - $80,883
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
144
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
41,421
# Good or Great Deals:
47
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$82,812
Price Range:
$71,720 - $92,486
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$53,520
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$32,507 - $82,812
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
14
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
46,599
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Land Rover Range Rover Velar Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.5 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Land Cruiser Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
9.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
7.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
4.9 - 10.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Land Cruiser
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
7.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
6.7 - 10.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
88.9%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1 - 38.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
5.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.6 - 14.6
Land Rover Range Rover Velar Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
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20 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 27Toyota Land Cruiser Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
14 out of / 34Ranking
25 out of / 34Ranking
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33 out of / 34Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Land Rover Range Rover Velar Trim Levels
P250 R-Dynamic S, P250 S, P340 R-Dynamic S, P340 S, P400 R-Dynamic HSE
Toyota Land Cruiser Trim Levels
Base, Heritage Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
381 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
401 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8100 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
332 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
30.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
82.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4130 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
188.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5815 lbs
Width:
78 inches
Height:
74 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P285/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Blue
Eclipse/Ebony
Brown
Acorn
White
Light Oyster / Light Oyster/Ebony
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Not available
Brown
Terra
White
Not available
