2025 Toyota Crown Signia Review | *Almost* The 38 MPG Outback You've Always Wanted

Toyota is pretty clear that they don't see the Crown Signia as a direct Outback competitor, and I agree. It's better. Well, better in almost every way. The one area where the Signia lags is off-road capability, but in just about every metric the Crown "wagon" is superior. You get bigger screens, more tech, more power than all but the turbo Subies and a whopping 40 MPG if you treat the go-pedal nicely.

[BillyBRCT]

Really appreciated the time you took to discuss Toyota's decision making around battery formula and tech.

[baoanprounited]

I'd rather pick the Crown Signia than the regular Crown. It is slick as a wagon with the distinctive headlight that matches the shape and style of the car. The regular Crown is like half car and half suv. Not my style

[neontreefrog]

My older siblings all own Volvo wagons, but I’m going to make them all jealous when I show up with the crown at our next homecoming

[CFOPG]

Your reviews are the best! That was driven home to me yesterday when I watched about a dozen Crown Signia reviews from other channels. A few were good, many mediocre, and some terrible, but none came close to the completeness of this review. I’m looking to replace my 2015 Outback, and although I love my Subaru, I’m looking for better gas mileage, newer tech, and a little more refinement than is available in the 2024 Outback.

[slow_lml]

I really hope these sell well and stay in the lineup

[acanuck]

Your coverage of the vehicles you review is about as comprehensive as any that I've seen on Youtube (no names, but your coverage is at the same level of quality as a certain "avian" species of reviewers--and that is meant to be a compliment, as those birds are the best!).

Thank you for this. My brother is considering this one. I'd be interested in your views on how this would do against the Mazda CX-50 (esp. after the latter car gets the same hybrid drivetrain).

[DavidMcGavocktools]

This is the best rundown I've heard on the Crown Signia. Thanks! I have a RAV4 but would like a luxury ride. Looks as though this would give me the luxury plus a bit more room for passengers and hauling.

[carlvu]

I'm glad you took the time to explain the difference in the lithium-ion battery and the nickel metal.

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This Crown Signia is my next car. Only thing I desire is the Heads up display with Navigation in it. (Like the BMX 5 series.)

[zak]

Neat-looking vehicle. I’ve never liked the look of wagons but this looks less like a wagon to me versus something like an Outback. I’m glad they didn’t put the rear turn signals in the bumper like the Venza. I’ll definitely be looking at a used one down the road.

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I am actually looking at the Outback Wikderness and while I like the off-road worthiness of that model, the car is really for my wife and she likes the more luxury options. Have always loved wagons (had a Volvo 850 back in the day) but options are limited especially when there are no dealers nearby. Also, real buttons and not having everything buried in the display is awesome!

[joreno]

Finally its here and a full review, hope they will have a day and night review too

[mrgurulittle]

Excellent review. I find the Crown Signia very sensibly thought out, and nicely premium. Great to see Toyota invest in wagons in a way where crossover consumers could enjoy them too. One thing I’m disappointed of the Crown is the idea that Toyota didn’t bring over the Crown logo with the car. It’s just a plain Toyota logo. The Crown logo would’ve made the Crown Signia more special. But that’s my only complaint.

[g.r.]

Great review Alex! Great information about the choice of batteries for Toyota, vis-a-vis supply chain issues, etc. I would have liked to see more comparisons to the RAV-4 instead of Subaru, as I'd be looking to get into one of these when my lease expires instead of another RAV.

[ZachGrabill]

I like this. Wasn’t expecting it AT ALL. How did I miss the initial reveal??

[mikekelch]

Great review. I love the Signia. Seems more practical overall than the boxy suv look. Love the “wagon” look.

[michaelmccafferty]

Thank you for explaining the battery chemistries.

[flashg]

Alex, outstanding Toyota Crown video. As always you do a fantastic job. I like the different look and the fact that Toyota went in a different direction than try to compete with the mainstream options. I only wish it was about the same size as the Lexus RX.

[Breyionna]

Of course, you got it outside of the studio first. Because of course! lol ...Thanks for this. I've been waiting for this review. I was hoping it would be a little cheaper, especially since the 2024 Venza started around $35, 000. I hope Toyota adds a smaller, more affordable version in the future.

[FuncleChuck]

Oh look the video is live again for the very first time 😂

[MitchellWeatherly]

Alex, very nice review as always. But, I think you may have jumped the embargo date by one month. I don't mind because I'm dying to get feedback on this car, which is perhaps the most interesting new car for 2025. I hope you don't get into too much hot water with Toyota.