13:35 11-01-2026

Toyota’s 2026 launches: Land Cruiser Mini goes electric

Toyota is preparing for one of its most crowded launch calendars. In 2026, the Japanese brand plans to bring several headline models to market, with something for both SUV die-hards and performance enthusiasts. The strategy points to a company confident across its range.

Land Cruiser Mini: a legend in a new format

The centerpiece will be the Land Cruiser Mini—a compact younger sibling to the iconic off-roader. Contrary to expectations, it will not use a conventional combustion engine. Toyota is opting for a fully electric powertrain on the e-TNGA platform. The expected range is up to 600 km, and by size the newcomer will slot between the Urban Cruiser and the C-HR+.

Engineering philosophy and trade-offs

The Land Cruiser Mini is not meant to be a traditional, go-anywhere off-roader. It is a compact electric SUV with an emphasis on design, versatility, and city comfort—an approach that will likely disappoint some fans of Toyota’s classic body-on-frame models. Still, the direction feels pragmatic: it keeps the nameplate useful in everyday life without pretending to be something it isn’t.