2026 Toyota Crown Platinum: $57K Hybrid vs Mustang GT Torque

The 2026 Toyota Crown Platinum costs $57,000 and makes 400 pound-feet of torque from a hybrid system. That's more than a Mustang GT. But can Toyota justify luxury car pricing with a sedan that sits higher than most crossovers?

In this comprehensive review, we test Toyota's ambitious entry into the luxury sedan market. The Crown Platinum features the new Hybrid MAX powertrain, dynamic rear steering, adaptive variable suspension, and premium appointments that challenge BMW and Audi at their own game. With 340 horsepower, all wheel drive, and surprisingly engaging driving dynamics, this represents Toyota's biggest gamble in decades.

The Crown Platinum proves that hybrid technology can deliver genuine performance while maintaining Toyota's legendary reliability. But at luxury car prices, does it compete with German engineering and American muscle?

What's your take on Toyota charging luxury prices for hybrid performance? Let us know in the comments below!

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