Toyota will release the new Crown Estate on March 13, 2025 , as the fourth model in the new Crown series . Prices will range from 6.35 million yen to 8.1 million yen. The car was originally scheduled to be released on July 24, 2024, but following the fraud issue, it was decided to postpone obtaining certification, and the new release date was set for March 13, 2025.
Toyota’s luxury car, the Crown, has always led the Japanese automotive industry since its launch in 1955. The 16th generation Crown, which was released in 2022, is attracting a lot of attention with its four unique models: sedan, crossover, sports, and estate.
Among them is the Crown Estate, a completely new model that combines the best of both an SUV and a station wagon. We will explain in an easy-to-understand manner about the design, features, performance, and more of this eagerly awaited new car.
New Crown Estate Article Summary
- The first-generation Crown Estate, which was released in 1999, has been revived as an SUV after 17 years.
- Release date: March 13, 2025.
- Urban and sophisticated design.
- Sharp headlights and U-shaped daytime running lights.
- Rear LED lamp that extends horizontally.
- 21-inch aluminum wheels.
- Monotone and two-tone body colors.
- Spacious and comfortable interior space.
- The largest luggage space in the Crown series.
- Fold the rear seats down to make them fully flat.
- You can also sleep in your car.
- Equipped with the latest technology.
- Next-generation Toyota Safety Sense.
- Toyota Teammate advanced driver assistance technology.
- A powerful HEV (hybrid) model.
- A PHEV (plug-in hybrid) model with excellent environmental performance.
- Price: 6.35 million to 8.1 million yen.
- Recommended points
- Perfect for an urban and active lifestyle.
- It combines practicality with the power of an SUV.
- For those who value luxury and individuality.
- For those who enjoy outdoor activities and leisure activities.
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- The 16th generation Crown is available in four models: sedan, crossover, sports, and estate.
- The Crown Estate is an innovative model that combines the advantages of an SUV and a station wagon.
The Crown Estate is making a comeback after 18 years!
The first-generation Crown Estate was released in 1999 as a station wagon model based on the 11th-generation Crown (S170 series). At the time, it was boosted by the station wagon boom and enjoyed great popularity, but production sadly ceased in 2007. After that, the wagon-type Crown disappeared from the lineup.
Now, in 2024, after 17 years, the Crown Estate will make a dramatic comeback as an SUV model. Combining the practicality of a station wagon with the power of an SUV, it is attracting a lot of attention as a model that truly meets modern needs.
About the new Crown Estate
Unlike the conventional sedan-type Crown, the new Crown Estate has been reborn as a model that combines the power and luxury of an SUV. Its urban and sophisticated design is expected to be well received by a wide range of customers.
The front of the new Crown Estate features distinctive headlights with daytime running lights. The Crown emblem will continue to be used as before. The rear features LED rear combination lamps, with a thin, sharp design that stretches horizontally.
The body color is a modern two-tone color, and it has a traditional SUV style. It also has 21-inch aluminum wheels.
TNGA
The vehicle will be fitted with a 4WD drivetrain and either a hybrid or plug-in hybrid system. It will be built on a new platform based on TNGA. It will have a seating capacity of five. It will use the same hub bolts used in Lexus vehicles to fasten the wheels, strengthening fastening strength and reducing mass, and will also feature a rear-wheel steering system called “Dynamic Rear Steering.”
The interior is standardized, and no matter which model you drive, the design will make you think, “That’s a Crown!” The instrument panel design integrates the display audio, and the meter uses a “large 12.3-inch full LCD digital meter.” The navigation system is a “connected navigation,” and it also features a “digital inner mirror” and Toyota’s first “drive recorder (front and rear).” In-car Wi-Fi is available as an option for the display audio.
The car will feature the next-generation “Toyota Safety Sense,” which offers enhanced functionality compared to the previous model. It will also detect oncoming vehicles moving straight ahead when turning right and pedestrians crossing the street after turning right or left. It will also feature “Toyota Teammate,” an advanced driver assistance technology developed based on Toyota Motor Corporation’s proprietary “Mobility Teammate Concept” approach to autonomous driving. This latest driver assistance technology is also used in the MIRAI. It also incorporates AI technology centered on deep learning.
The Corolla’s popularity is rapidly increasing thanks to its lineup of “Corolla,” “Corolla Touring,” “Corolla Sport,” and “Corolla Cross.” In addition, the Corolla’s price is satisfactory and its appearance has improved, strengthening its favorable impression. Similarly, the “Crown” brand is undergoing unprecedented evolution with a new model aimed at reviving the brand.
Approximately two years ago, on September 1, 2022, Toyota launched the SUV coupe-style “Crown (Crossover)” as a new challenge. It was announced that sales would be expanded overseas and the “New Generation Crown Series” would be offered as a global model in four body types: ” Crossover ,” ” Sports ,” ” Sedan ,” and “Estate.”
Crossover
Sports
sedan
Estate
▼For more details, please refer to this article.
About the new Crown Estate exterior
The exterior of the new Crown Estate features unique daytime running lights. The “Crown” emblem will continue to be used as before. The rear features thin, sharp LED rear combination lamps that extend horizontally. In addition, a modern two-tone body color will be used.
Crown Estate PHEV
The exterior design is fresh
It breaks away from traditional sedans and adopts a crossover SUV style. The appearance is sophisticated and, frankly, cool. The hammerhead shape creates a powerful impression, and the trendy front end features U-shaped daytime running lights. The “Crown” emblem continues to be used as before . The rear features thin, sharp LED rear combination lamps that extend horizontally, and the striking 21-inch aluminum wheels are particularly eye-catching. It is an impressive design that incorporates trends. It has a genuine SUV style.
The adoption of the Dynamic Rear Steering rear wheel steering system controls the angle at which the rear wheels turn according to steering operation and vehicle speed, contributing to improved maneuverability at low speeds, steering response at medium speeds, and stability at high speeds .
What is the body size of the new Toyota Crown Estate?
Crown Estate
The new Crown Estate’s body dimensions are 4,930mm long, 1,880mm wide, and 1,625mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,850mm. This is 220mm longer than the Crown Sport. The width is 1,880mm, which is 95mm wider than the Crown Sport. The wheelbase has also been widened by 60mm. This results in a more stable ride and a more spacious interior. The luggage capacity is 570L under normal conditions, and 1,470L with the rear seats folded down.
The Crown Estate has the largest luggage space of any model in the Crown series. For those who want to carry a lot of luggage in the trunk, the Crown Estate is the best choice! The biggest appeal of this model is the spaciousness of the trunk. By folding down the rear seats, a flat floor is created, allowing you to sleep inside the car by laying a mattress or similar on it.
Crown series body size and specification comparison
| Specifications | Crossover | Sports | sedan | Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,930mm | 4,710mm | 5,030mm | 4,930mm |
| Overall width | 1,840mm | 1,880mm | 1,890mm | 1,880mm |
| Overall height | 1,540mm | 1,560mm | 1,470mm | 1,625mm |
| Wheelbase |
2,850mm | 2,770mm | 3,000mm | 2,850mm |
| Capacity | 5 people | 5 people | 5 people | 5 people |
| Tire size |
19 inch 21 inch |
21 inches | 19 inch 20 inch |
21 inches |
| Powertrain |
HEV (4WD) | HEV (4WD) PHEV (4WD) |
HEV (FR) FCEV (FR) |
HEV (4WD) PHEV (4WD) |
Exterior body size comparison between Crown Estate and Crown Sport
| Specifications |  Crown Estate |
 Crown Sport |
Crown Sport Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,930mm | 4,720mm | +210mm |
| Overall width | 1,880mm | 1,880mm | + 0mm |
| Overall height | 1,625mm | 1,565mm 1,570mm |
+ 50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm | 2,770mm | + 80mm |
| Passenger capacity | 5 people | 5 people | same |
Size comparison between the new Crown Estate and previous Crown models
In Japan, the larger body size means that people will have to be more careful when driving on narrow roads and finding parking spaces. We compared the body sizes of previous Crown models and found that the new model is particularly large.
| Car model | full length | Overall width | Overall height | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7th generation Crown |
4,860mm | 1,720mm | 1,420mm | 2,720mm |
| 8th generation Crown |
4,860mm | 1,745mm | 1,400mm | 2,730mm |
| 9th generation Crown |
4,800mm | 1,750mm | 1,440mm | 2,730mm |
| 10th generation Crown |
4,820mm | 1,760mm | 1,450mm | 2,780mm |
| 11th generation Crown |
4,820mm | 1,765mm | 1,445mm 1,470mm |
2,780mm |
| 12th generation Crown |
4,840mm | 1,780mm | 1,470mm 1,485mm |
2,850mm |
| 13th generation Crown |
4,870mm | 1,795mm | 1,470mm 1,485mm |
2,850mm |
| 14th generation Crown |
4,895mm | 1,800mm | 1,450mm 1,460mm |
2,850mm |
| 15th generation Crown |
4,910mm | 1,800mm | 1,455mm 1,465mm |
2,920mm |
| 16th generation Crown Crossover |
4,930mm | 1,840mm | 1,540mm | 2,850mm |
| 16th generation Crown Sport |
4,720mm | 1,880mm | 1,565mm | 2,770mm |
| 16th generation Crown Estate |
4,930mm | 1,880mm | 1,625mm | 2,850mm |
| 16th generation Crown Sedan |
5,030mm | 1,890mm | 1,470mm | 3,000mm |
The new Crown Estate requires caution when using mechanical parking lots.
When choosing a mechanical parking lot for an apartment complex or parking area, you need to be careful if your car is 1850mm or wider. The biggest problem is the width of the pallet. Currently, the most common mechanical parking lots in Japan have an outer tire width of 1850-1900mm or less, and many cars do not fit on the pallet. A pallet is the platform-like part of a mechanical parking lot where the car is actually placed.
Even if your car’s width is within the limit, if the pallet width is too small, you won’t be able to park. Furthermore, if it’s too close to the limit, you could damage your tires and wheels. I’ve seen several friends of mine who have bought new cars and are now unable to park in the parking lots they’ve used up until now, which is causing them trouble.
All 10 body colors for the new Crown Sport
There are five monotone colors available, as well as five two-tone colors with black or silver roofs.
Single color 5 colors
Two-tone 5 colors
About the new Crown Estate interior
The instrument panel design integrates the display audio, and the meter uses a large 12.3-inch full LCD digital meter . The navigation system is equipped with “Connected Navigation,” and Toyota’s first “digital inner mirror” and “drive recorder (front and rear)” are also adopted. In addition, “in-car Wi-Fi” is also available as an option for the display audio.
The interior is fully equipped with the latest features
When comparing the interiors of the Crossover and Estate side by side, it is safe to say that the design is exactly the same due to the commonality. However, there are differences in the coloring parts, and the Crown Estate uses asymmetrical coloring. This changes the impression.
The “center console” and “side panels” have a unified design, conveying the high quality of the material. The interior color is a calm brown hue, giving it a calming impression. Since the concept of the estate is an “active cabin,” the rear seats are designed as a space for carrying large luggage, creating a space that exudes the high quality of the Crown Estate.
Crown Estate Interior
The excellent visibility from the “Display Audio” to the meter’s “large 12.3-inch full LCD digital meter” was very impressive. It stands out as a point that gives a sense of freshness rather than luxury. In addition, the navigation system has been adopted as a “Connected Navigation” system, which raises expectations for its future evolution.
The new navigation system, which has a simplified display, is called “Connected Navi.”
The electric parking brake and hold button is positioned so that it is very easy to press, and I also felt that the drink holder and the charging station were conveniently located.
Safety technology for the new Crown Estate
The next-generation “Toyota Safety Sense” offers more advanced features than the previous model. It can now detect oncoming vehicles when turning right and pedestrians crossing the road after turning right or left, improving safety. It also incorporates an advanced driver assistance technology called “Toyota Teammate,” which was developed based on Toyota Motor Corporation’s proprietary “Mobility Teammate Concept” approach to autonomous driving. By utilizing the latest AI technology and incorporating deep learning techniques, it is possible to predict various situations that may arise while driving and provide assistance in responding appropriately. Features such as “Advanced Park” have also been adopted, further improving convenience.
About the new Crown Estate engine
As befits the Estate name, it is equipped with a highly efficient hybrid system that pursues improved efficiency and performance. The output of the front motor has been increased by approximately 50% compared to the Crossover and Sport models. This allows for stress-free acceleration even when carrying a lot of luggage, providing a relaxed ride. 2.5L Plug-in Hybrid System Equipped with a drive motor with high output density, it achieves both pleasant acceleration and quiet driving. Like the Sport, it is equipped with a high-capacity lithium-ion battery with high energy density. By placing it under the floor, it secures an EV driving range of 89km without compromising interior space, allowing you to cover the majority of your daily life with EV driving.
Top-class fuel economy and latest hybrid system
2.5 Hybrid model
| Specifications | New Crown Estate 2.5 Hybrid |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,930mm |
| Overall width | 1,880mm |
| Overall height | 1,625mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
| engine | Inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine + motor |
| Maximum power | 140kW (190ps) / 6,000rpm |
| Maximum torque | 236Nm (21.1kgm) / 4,300-4,500rpm |
| Front motor maximum output |
134kw (182ps) |
| Front motor maximum torque |
270Nm (27.5kgm) |
| Rear motor maximum output |
40kW (54ps) |
| Rear motor maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgm) |
| transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission |
| battery | Nickel-metal hydride battery 5Ah |
| Drive system | 4WD |
| Passenger capacity | 5 people |
| Vehicle weight | -kg |
| WLTC mode fuel economy | 20.3km/L |
PHEV model prediction
| Specifications | New Crown Estate PHEV |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,930mm |
| Overall width | 1,880mm |
| Overall height | 1,625mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm |
| engine | Inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine D-4S + motor (THS II) |
| Maximum power | 130kW (177ps) / 6,000rpm |
| Maximum torque | 219Nm (22.3kgfm) / 3,600rpm |
| Front motor maximum output |
134kW (182ps) |
| Front motor maximum torque |
270Nm (27.5kgfm) |
| Rear motor maximum output |
40kW (54ps) |
| Rear motor maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgfm) |
| System Output | E-Four: 225kW (306ps) |
| transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission |
| battery | Lithium-ion battery 51Ah |
| Drive system | 4WD (E-Four) |
| Passenger capacity | 5 people |
| Vehicle weight | -kg |
| WLTC mode fuel economy | 20.5km/L |
| EV range | 93km/L |
| price | -circle |
New Crown Estate price
The price for the PHEV (plug-in hybrid) model “ESTATE RS” is 8.1 million yen, and the price for the HEV (hybrid) model “ESTATE Z” is 6.35 million yen.
Crown Sport 2.5L Turbo+Motor Model Price
| grade | engine | transmission |
Drive system |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estate Z | Inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine + motor (THS II) |
Direct Shift-CVT | E-Four | 6.35 million yen |
Crown Sport PHEV model price
| grade | Powertrain | Drive system |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPORT RS | Series Parallel Plug-in Hybrid with reduction mechanism (A25A-FXS 2.5L Dynamic Force engine) |
E-Four | 8.1 million yen |
When is the new Crown Estate release date and when can you make a reservation?
The new Crown Estate was originally scheduled to be released at the end of 2023, but was later postponed to March 2024. Finally, it was said to be released on July 24, 2024, but certification was postponed due to the fraud issue. The new release date is now October 2024. Dealers may accept reservations about a month in advance. However, Toyota’s recent sales trend is that orders can be accepted from 1:30 PM on the release date. In some cases, each dealer determines customer priorities before the release date.
After overcoming delays, the long-awaited release
The new Crown Estate was originally scheduled to be released around summer 2024, but delays in the type approval process have meant that the launch has been postponed to March 2025.
However, it is possible that further improvements and adjustments have been made during this delay. The long-awaited new Crown Estate will surely be a complete car that will not disappoint.
New Crown Estate Q&A
What is the price range for the new Crown Estate?
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There has been no official announcement yet, but it is expected to cost around 7.5 million to 8.2 million yen.
When will the new Crown Estate be released?
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It was originally scheduled to be released in mid-2024, but has now been postponed to March 13, 2025.
Who is the new Crown Estate aimed at?
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- People with an urban and active lifestyle
- Those seeking the practicality of a station wagon and the power of an SUV
- Those who value luxury and individuality
What is the difference between the new Crown Estate and other Crown models?
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It features a spacious luggage compartment, ample storage space, a powerful design, high driving performance, and an urban, sophisticated interior and exterior design.
A word from the editorial department
The actual car on display was equipped with LED daytime running lights and LED rear combination lights, which looked very cool. In particular, the front part, which has a powerful and trendy hammerhead shape, is equipped with U-shaped daytime running lights. These daytime running lights have a mature and casual feel compared to the other models in the series.
In the Crown series, many people on social media say that the Crown Sport is the coolest, but I personally feel that the Crown Estate is the coolest, practical, and a modern version of the Crown Estate that also has the characteristics of an SUV. It is fitted with 21-inch aluminum wheels fitted with Michelin Primacy 235/45R21 tires.
The rear features a thin, sharp rear combination lamp that stretches horizontally, and “LED rear combination lamps” are used. Also, what is particularly impressive is the 21-inch aluminum wheels. This gives the impression of incorporating the latest trends.
The sedan style is perceived as outdated by older generations, so adopting a “crossover SUV” style is important to attract a new generation. This change gives the impression of luxury and modern design, and will appeal to people in their 30s and 40s. By skipping the 15th generation and moving on to the 16th generation, and using all “Crown” body types, Toyota is responding to customer needs while also demonstrating its determination and challenging attitude to preserve the “Crown” as a Toyota brand. In particular, the new “Crown Estate” is the most attractive model, and is expected to attract a lot of attention in the market. Those considering purchasing should place their orders at their dealership early as the release date approaches.
Toyota Crown
