The Most Fuel-Efficient Full-Size Sedan In 2024

Summary

• Toyota’s 2024 Crown offers top fuel efficiency in its class, making it a solid choice for savings at the pump.
• The starting price of $40,350 makes it a luxury sedan option at a bargain, with a cabin loaded with premium features.
• Consider the Limited trim for optimal fuel savings or go for Platinum for performance, and enjoy top-notch safety and warranty features.

Buying and owning a car is becoming more expensive by the day. From maintenance costs to fuel, cars are taking up more and more of our budget every day. Luckily, automakers have been putting efficiency at the top of their list of priorities, and there are more and more options if you’re looking to get your money’s worth at the gas station.

At the head of this charge toward efficiency is Toyota. In just about every class, they have a car that makes it among the most fuel-efficient. Thus, if you’re looking for a full-sized sedan, it’s no surprise that the Toyota Crown is the option that is the lightest on fuel. This future-thinking hybrid will help you make a huge dent in your fuel costs.

The 2024 Crown is the most fuel-efficient full-size sedan that you can get new in 2024. We dissect everything that Toyota has done to squeeze every last bit of performance out of the Crown without compromising on fuel economy. As well as this, we detail exactly what you can expect out of the sedan should you opt for taking one home yourself.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from Toyota websites and other authoritative sources, including Car and Driver and Fuel Economy.gov.

The Base Hybrid 2.5-Liter Inline-Four In The 2024 Toyota Crown Achieves 41 Miles Per Gallon

The 2024 Toyota Crown is one of many examples of the Japanese brand’s dedication to both electrification and efficiency. It comes with two different choices of hybrid powertrains, both offering varying performance, both on the road and at the gas station.

Performance

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The Toyota Crown evolved over time, and now comes with very different powertrain options. The base powertrain is a fairly dull yet practical inline-four with very little to write home about. The top Platinum trims, however, get Toyota’s Hybrid Max setup, which offers an insane jump in performance. The power difference between the two is a bit jarring.

Any Crown with the base powertrain comes standard with a Continuously Variable Transmission, which will most certainly put off a number of people due to its controversial nature. The Platinum trim pairs its more powerful engine with a six-speed automatic instead. All-wheel drive is standard across all trim levels.

Fuel Economy

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The fuel efficiency of these powertrains is what we want to focus on. Due to the fact that they offer such differing levels of performance, it’s not surprising that the difference in fuel economy is just as drastic.

While the base powertrain in the Toyota Crown is a little bit dull, if saving on fuel is your priority then you’re going to love it. Not only does it beat every other full-size sedan but it’s among the most fuel-efficient cars on the market. Its estimated MPG in the city even beats out its highway efficiency.

On the other hand, the higher performance on the Platinum trim means that you’re sacrificing quite a large bit of fuel efficiency. It’s a bit of a bummer because if fuel efficiency is important to you then you have to skip out on the most premium level trim.

The 2024 Toyota Crown Is A Luxury Car At A Bargain Price

If you’re looking for a full-size sedan with an air of luxury to it then the 2024 Crown is one of the cheapest options out there. It’s impressive that Toyota has created a sedan that can go up against luxury brands yet they have managed to keep starting prices so low.

2024 Crown Trims

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At a starting price of $40,350, there is basically no other car on the market that offers the same levels of interior luxury for this price. The closest you could get is with a sedan from Toyota’s own luxury division, Lexus.

For 2024, Toyota has also made a couple of tweaks and improvements that actually increase the value proposition of the Crown. Interior materials and surfaces have been finished in higher quality materials to improve the ambiance in the cabin. The Advance technology package, which offers a ton of features, is also now available on the Limited, meaning you can get access to these features without opting for the Hybrid Max powertrain on the Platinum.

Best Trim For You

If you’re looking for the best fuel efficiency, then the choice is obvious. The Limited trim holds on to the base powertrain and the 41 miles per gallon it achieves on average while still offering great levels of luxury. The Advance Technology package being available also means you don’t have to skimp on features.

However, the Platinum comes standard with just about every desirable feature you would want on the Crown. As well as this, the Hybrid Max powertrain is much more exciting if performance is something that you desire. In fact, it’s the most powerful hybrid Toyota sedan that you can get.

Toyota’s Crown Rides The Line Between SUV And Sedan

Raised sedans are not something that is entirely new, but they are still a strange concept. While in other places you can get the regular Crown, the states only have access to the sedan SUV mashup. If you can get past the strange looks, however, then you’ll find it’s one of the most comfortable sedans in this price range.

Interior Room

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The SUV-like stance doesn’t make that much difference in terms of interior space. The Crown is about on par with other full-size sedans in terms of front and back row space. The cargo area is more than sufficient and you’ll find you won’t struggle to pack in all of your suitcases on a weekend away.

The Crown has 5.8 inches of ground clearance though, which means that it isn’t as delicate on roads that aren’t well-kept. It also means that drivers find themselves in a raised position, similar to that of a compact SUV. This is something we can imagine a lot of people would actually find quite attractive when comparing the Crown to other full-size sedans.

Key Features

The cabin in the 2024 Toyota Crown is one of the best cabins on any Toyota. Opting for the Limited or the Platinum is definitely the way to go and the added features that the money gets you are well worth it. Leather seats that are 8-way power adjustable are standard on the higher trims, they are also heated and ventilated. Dual-zone climate control is also standard across the board, as is ambient lighting. The Platinum and Limited trims also add a panoramic sunroof.

A 12.3-inch infotainment screen is standard in every 2024 Crown. Wireless connection is available for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto users. A second 12.3-inch display sits in front of the driver for the digital gauges. A six-speaker sound system is standard but an 11-speaker JBL system is had with the Limited and Platinum trims.

Toyota’s Knack For Safety And Warranties Can Give You Piece Of Mind

If costs sit at the front of your mind when buying a new car, then Toyota is one of the best brands that you can choose. The 2024 Crown proves this with exceptional ratings in terms of its reliability and safety alongside best-in-class warranties and maintenance plans.

Reliability

Toyota’s Safety suite is one of the most comprehensive in the automotive world. Across all models, you get access to a slew of features such as automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlamps. Going for the higher trims can get you more advanced features like pedestrian detection and lane change assist.

Warranties And Maintenance

Toyota also offers some of the best warranties and maintenance plans in the business, ensuring that you pay as little as possible for the upkeep of your vehicle. To start, they offer a limited warranty that covers three years or 36,000 miles and a powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles. On top of this, all hybrid components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles. Maintenance is also on Toyota for the first two years or 25,000 miles.