What is the electric range of the Toyota Crown PHEV?
The Toyota Crown Plug-in Hybrid offers an estimated electric-only range of about 60–75 km (37–46 miles) on a full charge, depending on testing cycle and conditions.
The Crown PHEV is Toyota’s plug-in hybrid variant of the Crown lineup, combining a gasoline engine with electric propulsion and a sizeable battery to enable short-range EV driving. Availability varies by market, with the plug-in version more common in Japan and select regions; in some markets the Crown is offered only as a non-plug-in hybrid.
Range figures and testing cycles
Official range figures are cycle-dependent. Toyota has cited a typical electric-range window for the Crown PHEV on common test cycles, but real-world results can differ based on driving style, climate, and accessory use.
- Estimated electric-only range on standard test cycles: approximately 60–75 km (37–46 miles).
- Real-world range can be lower, particularly in cold weather, at highway speeds, or with high climate-control usage.
In daily use, many drivers can operate primarily in EV mode for short city trips, with the petrol engine returning for longer drives or when the battery is depleted.
How the Crown PHEV achieves its range
The Crown PHEV merges a gasoline engine with electric motors and a sizable lithium-ion battery. The system is tuned to maximize electric driving at lower to moderate speeds, with regenerative braking helping recharge the battery. A typical usable battery capacity for this class is around 18 kWh, which enables the stated EV range on standard cycles. The vehicle can operate in EV mode until the battery level falls, then smoothly transition to hybrid operation as needed.
Battery capacity and charging
Charging is primarily via AC charging; the Crown PHEV supports common Level 1 and Level 2 charging in many markets. With a full charge, the battery capacity (about 18 kWh usable) enables the stated electric-range figures, and charging times vary by charger type and market.
Practical implications for drivers
For urban commuters, the Crown PHEV can cover most daily needs in electric mode, while longer trips will engage the gasoline engine. Real-world range will improve with mellow speeds, steady acceleration, and preconditioning the battery while plugged in.
Summary
The Toyota Crown PHEV is designed to provide a meaningful electric-only range, typically cited as about 60–75 km (37–46 miles) on common test cycles. Real-world range depends on factors such as temperature, speed, and climate-control usage, and availability of the PHEV variant varies by market. With a battery around 18 kWh and AC charging, the Crown PHEV aims to deliver practical EV driving for daily urban use while retaining gasoline capability for longer trips.
