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Toyota Land Cruiser vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (72,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Land Cruiser or Tesla Model Y?

Toyota Land Cruiser vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Toyota Land Cruiser

5 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Land Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,714 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers markedly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Land Cruiser

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is visibly lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 439 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers slightly more boot space – 836 L compared to 742 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries noticeably more – 750 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 278 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
Toyota Land Cruiser
Tesla Model Y

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Toyota Land Cruiser
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
278 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
685 - 750 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
205 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
151 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Tesla
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