Nightshade AWD
What the Nightshade adds over the XLE (+$7,325)
| Spec | XLE | Nightshade |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3980 lbs | 4013 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3980 lbs | 4013 lbs |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $41,440 | $48,765 |
| Tire size | 225/55R19 | 225/45R21 |
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 21 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 21-in 10-spoke wheels with black matte finish, Black outside door handles with front door touch-sensor lock/unlock feature, Dark badging on front and rear Toyota emblems, carbon neutrality badge, AWD badge, grade badge, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; memory function; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; memory function; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; memory function; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, Panoramic fixed-glass roof with power sunshade, Quad-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off, Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 327.7 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 317.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Toyota Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in |
| Overall height | 60.6 in |
| Overall length | 196.1 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 184 hp |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 42 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 41 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 41 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.9 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $48,765 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack parallel-type |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/45R21 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4013 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4013 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5020 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 21 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Safe Exit Assist
- 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver's-side Emergency Locking Retractor and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor on all passenger seatbelts
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Auto High Beams
- Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage battery
- Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats
- Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags
- Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold function
- Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
- Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
- Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
- Hill Start Assist Control
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Proactive Driving Assist
- Rear-Seat Reminder
- Road Sign Assist
- Side-impact door beams
- Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology®
- Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System
- Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription. (XLE) / 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with 11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio including subwoofer and amplifier, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. (Limited/Nightshade/Platinum)
- Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist (1-year trial subscription)
- Four USB-C charge ports — two front/two rear
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with full-charge indicator light
- Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app (1-year trial subscription)
- Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator (up to 10-year trial subscription)
- Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports (up to 10-year trial subscription)
- Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility (up to 30-day/3 GB trial subscription)
Convenience3 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on all doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic functions and remote illuminated entry
- One 12V/120W auxiliary power outlet in front console
- Power window with auto up/down and jam protection
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual zone automatic climate control system with dust and pollen filter, and rear-seat vents
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with adjustable headrest, and center armrest with cup holders
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; memory function; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
- Heated rear seats
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- Heated, leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel, with audio, infotainment and driver-assist controls
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver
- 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster with selectable gauges
- Covered center console, armrest and storage
- LED front and rear reading lights and cargo area light
- Leather-trimmed shift knob
- Overhead console with maplights and Safety Connect® button
- Two front and two rear cup holders; two front-door and one rear bottle holder
- Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors
Exterior13 std · 0 opt
- 21-in 10-spoke wheels with black matte finish
- Acoustic noise-reducing windshield and driver and front passenger side windows
- Black outside door handles with front door touch-sensor lock/unlock feature
- Dark badging on front and rear Toyota emblems, carbon neutrality badge, AWD badge, grade badge
- Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, puddle lights and power-folding feature
- High Solar Energy-Absorbing glass
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED taillights and stop lights
- Panoramic fixed-glass roof with power sunshade
- Quad-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off
- Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Rear window defogger
- Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (HYBRID) / Full-Time Electronic All-Wheel Drive (HYBRID MAX)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Crown. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Nightshade
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade?
The manufacturer lists $48,765 for the 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade. That is $7,325 above the XLE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade add over the XLE?
Against the XLE, 10 features become standard that the XLE does not and 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.