The Crown is Toyota's executive sedan — a hybrid-only lineup that replaced the Avalon in the US lineup. Two powertrains: the 2.5L hybrid (combined 236 horsepower, XLE and Limited trims) and the more powerful 2.4L Hybrid MAX system (combined 340 horsepower, Platinum trim).
The styling is unusual — somewhere between a sedan and a crossover, with a higher ride height than a typical sedan. Some buyers love it; others find it visually inconsistent. The interior, particularly on Platinum, is genuinely premium and benchmarks the segment well.
The Crown Signia is the wagon-shaped sibling that joined the lineup for 2025 — same powertrains, more cargo space, and a more conventional appearance. Pricing on both Crown sedans and Signia has been negotiable since launch; below-MSRP deals appear consistently. The Hybrid MAX Platinum holds firmer because of the more powerful drivetrain.
By Marcus Bell, Editor · Updated May 12, 2026