2023 Toyota Crown | The Emperor's New Clothes

The Toyota Crown is one of the coolest, most unique designs I’ve seen in quite some time; boring doesn’t live at Toyota anymore and this is further proof. And it’s a hybrid - something Toyota knows a little something about.
MSRP as-tested: $54,970
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[@migy5031]

The Crown is certainly distinctive and original. I also appreciate the ease of access.

[@davidwolf226]

As a longtime Lexus fan, I like this one!

[@stevehammes]

Me, too!

[@Andrew8126]

Great look at something I’ve really been waiting to see! I have no idea if the business case for this car makes sense, and I can’t stand relentlessly black interiors, but I applaud Toyota for doing some interesting stuff while still offering quality and filling every conceivable niche.

[@stevehammes]

Very well said!

[@inspectorvoid]

Good review as always sir 👍🏻

[@khunopie9159]

As the King of the Cartube reviewers, you wear that Crown well Steve!

[@stevehammes]

Why, thank you sir! I’ll wear that proudly. 😂

[@MegaRetr]

Great review!)))

[@stevehammes]

Thanks! 😀

[@theleiteone83]

If this was a liftback with fold flat rear seats and passenger seat it would be perfect

[@CMCNestT]

If it was Toyota's one millionth CUV it would be perfect?

[@theleiteone83]

Sedan with a liftback would be *chefs kiss. Tired of SUV’s / CUV’s

[@saintgregory88]

Dear Toyota, Please bring the Crown Estate to North America.

[@CMCNestT]

BMW charges $12k for two tone paint and Mercedes $14.5k. Toyota charges $1k. This is the exact spec I would go for Plat Max with Black over Copper.

[@alexmassengale433]

One way that you can see that this was a swing and a miss from Toyota is that most Toyotas in my area are marked up but with this ones dealers are advertising at well below MSRP. That and the fact you don't see many in the wild.

[@stevehammes]

People prefer boring?

[@goldpony]

Call me an old person then cuz I like the Crown! Looking forward to the SUV version release on 11/14 as well! 🙂 Great review once again sir!

[@stevehammes]

Couldn’t agree with you more! It’s really well done.

[@Tinrs80]

I’m can tell you don’t watch others. U ain’t missing nothing promise. I do and your my fav cause u get to the point in less that 10 mins plus i feel u look at vehicles from a buyer’s perspective in reason they would get a particular vehicle that’s not truly thrill but works for them.

[@stevehammes]

Much appreciated!!! 👍🏻

[@kencoleman8929]

Thanks Steve, I really like this look. To my eye, the two-tone paint option and lack-luster interior doesn't do it any favors. Hope they they sell a bunch of them, though.

[@stevehammes]

Thanks, Ken!

[@michaelhoard9548]

I wish it didn't have the black part on the doors. I would prefer solid color doors

[@CapitalJ25]

Great review! It's a power train cries for a exterior that isn't designed like a Japanese comic book drawing.

[@stevehammes]

Thanks!

[@2Kriss2Kross]

Such a sharp looking car but too bad you don’t have the option to get a lowered version. Not all of us live in extreme climates and lifted sedans have never made sense to me. Might as well get a wagon or *shudder* a cuv/suv at that point.

[@erictate5985]

Not everyone wants an suv. I like the crown sedan😮

[@orreng]

Steve….my man….that paint scheme….ewww…. Actually….had a chance to test drive one. Smooth….but…very claustrophobic. Very. I always appreciate your content Steve. Excellent!

[@stevehammes]

We have to agree to disagree on this one. Thank you very much for checking out the content. Much appreciated.

[@orreng]

​@@stevehammesyour content is always the best. Thanks!!!

[@cw4623]

Maybe don't test the hybrid Platinum top trim next time. Much more helpful to the average buyer.

[@stevehammes]

Maybe Toyota stocks the Platinum in the press fleet and not the lesser trims.

[@Defiantsynthetics]

Looks like a kia

[@cisky1972]

I see sprinkles of Lucid Air design. It really is a nice looking car...but the name as I know it, doesn't fit the car. It doesn't have that 'Royal' feel IMO. I disagree with Steve on pricing for the trim.. I think it's pretty fair pricing for the amenities. Lol on showing the backseat arm rest.😅. Yes, it's flimsy, but may rarely be used. I can't think of another manufacturer who has more reliable and acclaimed hybrid technology besides Toyota....or maybe I just loved the review too much. I don't know..Steve's the expert.😂

[@stevehammes]

Your points are definitely fair! Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.

[@physics77guy]

you have more better choices at 55k

[@jacobyo99]

This thing is beyond hideous

[@bextar6365]

Also over priced !

[@evoemperor3776]

Toyota is releasing dog breeds now with different pattern🤣

[@davidd1692]

Interior is bland and looks plasticky