SUVs may be the kings of utility, but its also important that they keep you cozy as well. Two models that earn equal respect for their ruggedness and their upscale interiors over the years are the Ford Bronco and the Toyota Land Cruiser, and in this head to head interior review, we’ll give you the scoop on which automaker has the coziest interior, and toughest exterior, for you and your family this year.
Key Takeaways:
- The Bronco is back again for 2025, blending retro inspired updates with a practical reshuffle that sees the Bronco redefine its place in the market.
- The Land Cruiser goes in a similar direction, with two trims on the table this year.
- The Bronco’s loved G.O.A.T. mode is back, letting it power past any terrain in your way.
Will there be a 2025 Ford Bronco?
Yes! For 2025, the Ford Bronco lineup welcomes a retro-inspired Free Wheeling trim. Based on the entry-level Big Bend model, the Free Wheeling edition features bold, multi-color stripes along the body sides, echoing the 1970s-era aesthetic. For those seeking adventure, the Sasquatch off-road package is available with this trim and adds high-clearance fender flares, a lifted suspension, aggressive mud-terrain tires, and upgraded Bilstein shocks for enhanced trail capability. A full list of available trims as of this writing reads as:
- Base $40,990
- Big Bend - $43,215
- Free Wheeling - $44,760
- Black Diamond - $46,760
- Outer Banks - $49,935
- Heritage Edition - $51,470
- Badlands - $52,380
- Stroppe Edition - $77,630
The Big Bend trim of the Ford Bronco is fairly basic, but stepping up to mid-range trims like the Black Diamond or Outer Banks adds significantly more features. For the best balance of value and capability, we recommend the four-door Black Diamond model. Priced under $50,000, it comes equipped with Ford’s G.O.A.T. drive modes, 32-inch tires, a powder-coated steel bumper, extra bash plates, and access to a wide array of factory options. For 2025, a new base model joins the lineup, while at the top end, the new Stroppe Edition pays homage to the Baja racers of the '60s and '70s with a distinctive tri-color livery.
How much will a 2025 Land Cruiser cost?
This year, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is offered in only two trims: the base 1958, starting at $56,450, and the higher-grade Land Cruiser, priced at $62,450. The 1958 trim embraces retro styling with round headlights and includes features like cloth upholstery, an 8-inch touchscreen, and heated front seats. This price point is at the top trim levels for the Bronco. In the Bronco lineup you have seven trims that come with upscale interior and exterior features that are below the cost of the base level Land Cruiser.
To get near the features on the Bronco you’d have to upgrade to the Land Cruiser trim, which adds rectangular headlights, a power liftgate, synthetic leather upholstery, a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen, ventilated power-adjustable front seats, a Multi-Terrain Monitor, and a stabilizer disconnect mechanism. The added comfort, technology, and off-road features make it worth the extra cost.
Summary
Between the two, the Ford Bronco earns points for its rugged durability, as could be expected from the venerable SUV. It faces stiff competition in the form of the Land Cruiser no doubt, but it brings its own bag of tricks to the table to ensure that its not left behind, with its wide array of trim levels and low cost features that make it our pick in this off-road clash.