“The amount of money you save on gas is amazing. Although the savings do not match the payments, it is nice. Also, I get many compliments about my car.”
2023 Toyota Crown: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Toyota Crown is an all-new model for the U.S., marking the sedan’s return after a 51-year absence. Its headline change is a raised sedan design with standard hybrid power and AWD across the lineup.
About the 2023 Toyota Crown
16th-generation Toyota Crown, first U.S. model year for the raised sedan variant; all-new return to the U.S. market.
Toyota positions the Crown as a premium, style-led hybrid sedan that gives drivers some of the ease-of-entry, road visibility, and presence of a crossover without fully moving into SUV territory. Its core appeal is the mix of standard hybrid efficiency, standard AWD, a quiet upscale cabin, and a higher seating position than a traditional sedan. That makes it different from mainstream hybrid sedans that focus mostly on MPG or from luxury sedans that ask buyers to give up fuel economy.
The XLE is the straightforward version, pairing an efficient hybrid system with heated front seats, a digital instrument display, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited adds comfort features such as leather-trimmed seating, a panoramic glass roof, and JBL audio, while the Platinum emphasizes performance with a 340-hp turbo-hybrid system, adaptive suspension, and self-parking assistance.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Every 2023 Crown is a hybrid with AWD. The XLE and Limited use a 2.5-liter hybrid system with electronic on-demand AWD, while the Platinum gets a 340-hp, 2.4-liter turbo-hybrid system with a six-speed automatic and full-time electronic AWD.
Styling
The Crown returns to the U.S. in an all-new raised sedan form, combining a sedan-like body with a higher seating position.
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every trim. The lineup also includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe-exit assistance.
Tech
A 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard across the lineup. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, while upper trims add features such as JBL audio, a surround-view camera, and self-parking assistance.
2023 Toyota Crown specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 41 mpg | 41 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.2 cu-ft | 15.2 cu-ft | 15.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.9 in | 38.9 in | 38.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Toyota Crown an all-new model?
Yes. The 2023 Crown is an all-new model for the U.S. and marks the Crown sedan’s return to America after a 51-year absence. It arrives as a raised sedan offered in XLE, Limited, and Platinum trims.
Does every 2023 Toyota Crown have hybrid power and AWD?
Yes. Every 2023 Toyota Crown has a hybrid powertrain and AWD. The XLE and Limited use a 2.5-liter hybrid system, while the Platinum has a 340-hp, 2.4-liter turbo-hybrid system called Hybrid MAX.
What is the main difference between the 2023 Crown Platinum and the other trims?
The 2023 Crown Platinum is the performance-focused trim. It replaces the XLE and Limited’s efficiency-oriented hybrid system with a 340-hp turbo-hybrid setup, then adds adaptive suspension, full-time electronic AWD, a surround-view camera, and self-parking assistance.
What technology is standard on the 2023 Toyota Crown?
Every 2023 Toyota Crown has a 12.3-inch touchscreen and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. The XLE also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe-exit assistance.
2023 Toyota Crown Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Toyota Crown.
4.2
2023 Toyota Crown
(237 reviews)
“This is a great vehicle. I love the look and the ride. Being a hybrid gives me great mileage and is better for the environment. The technology is amazing!”
“I would recommend this car for those looking for a sedan. It's a sporty hybrid that offers AWD and modern styling. It's a great alternative to other 4-door sedans that are available.”