Land Cruiser 250 vs. GX 550 – Which Way Did You Go?

ShaneGonzales_REVVV · 2026-03-28T00:24:50+00:00

Hey guys, if you are looking for the battery on the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser and cannot find it under the hood, you are not alone. That was the first place I looked too, and I was pretty confused at first. On the new Land Cruiser, the battery is actually located in the rear of the vehicle, not under the hood like most people would expect. This is due to the hybrid components under the hood. I figured I would make this quick post to help save someone else the time and confusion. If you came here looking for the proper jumping points under the hood, check out my other forum here --> Where to Jump a 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Below are the pictures showing where the battery is located.

TRD JON

Administrator

Staff member

Jun 1, 2025

Now that we’ve seen both the new Land Cruiser and the Lexus GX 550, I know a few of us cross-shopped them.

GX gets the 3.4L twin-turbo V6 with more power (349 hp), optional third-row, and more luxury — but also a steeper price. Meanwhile, the Land Cruiser gives off retro/off-road vibes with the hybrid powertrain and slightly smaller footprint.

Which one did you go with, and why? If you went with the Land Cruiser, do you miss the GX’s extra punch or amenities? If you picked the GX, do you miss the classic LC feel?

Curious to hear buyer logic — both are awesome rigs.