2025 Maserati Grecale vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$76,500 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Maserati Grecale bursts onto the scene, a sleek crossover prioritizing Italian flair and engaging dynamics, boasting 325 horsepower from its standard setup. It aims squarely at pavement performance, evidenced by its lower stance and marginally better highway economy at 28 MPG. Conversely, the rugged 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser brings brute strength and unparalleled utility, matching the Grecale's horsepower figure at 326 hp but delivering a massive 465 lb-ft of torque for serious off-road pulling power. The Land Cruiser dwarfs the Grecale in practicality, offering a cavernous 46.2 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Maserati's modest 18.9 cu ft. This comparison pits high-style Italian athleticism (Grecale) against legendary go-anywhere capability and substance (Land Cruiser), underscored by a significant $19,300 MSRP gap, with the Land Cruiser starting at $57,200 against the Grecale's $76,500.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Maserati Grecale

The Grecale's slightly better combined fuel economy (24 MPG vs 23 MPG) and potentially more composed on-road demeanor give it a slight edge for daily driving comfort.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser offers nearly 27 cubic feet more cargo capacity (46.2 cu ft vs 18.9 cu ft), making it vastly superior for hauling family gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Maserati Grecale

While power is similar, the Grecale's handling focus and premium brand appeal typically promise a more spirited and emotionally engaging driving experience than the utilitarian Land Cruiser.

💰 Best Value

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser provides competitive horsepower (326 hp) for significantly less money, representing a clear financial advantage with its $57,200 starting MSRP.

Choose the Maserati Grecale if...

You prioritize Italian design prestige and a performance-oriented crossover silhouette.
You desire the slightly better highway fuel efficiency rating of 28 MPG.
Your budget comfortably accommodates the higher starting MSRP of $76,500 for enhanced road presence.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximum utility is essential, requiring the Land Cruiser's substantial 46.2 cu ft of cargo space.
You need superior traction and robustness offered by traditional four-wheel drive and a taller stance (75.7 inches height).
You value superior low-end pulling power, evidenced by the Land Cruiser's massive 465 lb-ft of torque.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Maserati Grecale	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	190.9"	196.4"
Width	77.9"	77.9"
Height	65.7"	75.7"
Wheelbase	114.2"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	325 hp	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	—
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Sonus faber	—
Stereo Power	860W	—
Speaker System	14	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Head Room	—	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	—	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	—	58.5 in.
Front Hip Room	—	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Head Room	—	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	—	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	—	59.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	295/40R20	245/70R18
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.0 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	Maserati	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Maserati Grecale and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Is the power difference between the Maserati Grecale and the Toyota Land Cruiser significant?

No, the power figures are nearly identical; the 2025 Grecale produces 325 hp, while the 2026 Land Cruiser edges it out slightly with 326 hp. However, the Land Cruiser compensates with significantly higher torque at 465 lb-ft, suggesting better low-speed grunt.

How does the cost difference reflect in their overall package?

There is a substantial $19,300 MSRP gap, with the Grecale starting at $76,500 and the Land Cruiser at $57,200. This price delta reflects the Grecale's luxury positioning versus the Land Cruiser's focus on proven, durable SUV capability.

Which vehicle is better for long highway road trips regarding fuel economy?

The Maserati Grecale is technically superior for longer highway stretches, achieving 28 MPG on the highway compared to the Land Cruiser’s 25 MPG. Both vehicles require the same premium unleaded fuel.

If I need to haul substantial gear, which crossover/SUV wins?

The Land Cruiser is the undisputed champion for cargo, offering 46.2 cu ft, more than double the 18.9 cu ft available in the Maserati Grecale.

Are both vehicles similar in size and footprint?

While both share the same 77.9-inch width, the Land Cruiser is a noticeably larger vehicle overall, measuring 196.4 inches in length and significantly taller at 75.7 inches, versus the Grecale's 190.9-inch length and 65.7-inch height.

Do either of these vehicles offer better day-to-day efficiency?

The Grecale achieves a combined 24 MPG, slightly better than the Land Cruiser's combined 23 MPG. While both require premium fuel, the Grecale provides a marginal efficiency benefit in mixed city and highway driving.