Toyota Confirms 2026 Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid with UAE Launch

Abu Dhabi : Toyota has taken a bold step with its iconic SUV as it confirmed the global arrival of the Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid in 2026. It also announced that the Emirate will be among the first markets.

• Features a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 engine paired with an electric motor.
• It is priced around AED 389,900, and that positions it in the premium SUV market.
• Toyota trialled it in extreme deserts and rocky terrain, especially in the Middle East.

Toyota has officially confirmed the global release of the 2026 Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid. The UAE and Australia will be among the first to receive the electrified version, which proves that Toyota is dedicated to sustainable tech while it maintains off-road strength.

This is a big one for the Land Cruiser nameplate, as it now blends its trusted image with a cleaner, more powerful setup.

Hybrid Power Meets Lexus DNA

The new Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid takes tech from the Lexus LX 700 h, under the hood. It uses a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine paired with a high-output electric motor.

Together, they deliver 457 horsepower and 790 Nm of torque. There is also a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time 4WD to make sure that all that power is put to good use on any surface.

The new hybrid setup easily outperforms the 3.3-liter diesel version currently on sale, which offers 306 hp and 700 Nm. It also edges out the Nissan Patrol Y63 to give it an advantage in the GCC region, which mostly focuses on performance.

Design Tweaks, Same Bold Look

Toyota has kept the familiar Land Cruiser 300 design mostly intact, with small details to set the hybrid apart.

• Slightly revised front bumper.
• "457 TT" badge along the side.
• HEV emblem on the tailgate.
• A 1500W (220V) AC power outlet in the boot to power devices.

The aim of these additions is to cater to users who enjoy the outdoors, especially in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, where some popular pastimes are desert driving and camping.

Proven in Harsh Conditions

The hybrid system, before its release, went through tough real-world testing. Toyota trialled it in extreme deserts and rocky terrain, especially in the Middle East.

The goal was to make sure the hybrid model still lived up to the Land Cruiser’s reputation for toughness and reliability. After they completed the testing, Toyota says the Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid is ready for even the hardest conditions.

Premium Price Reflects Premium Specs

The Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid will cost AED 389,900 in the UAE, which means it is clearly in the luxury SUV range. This also places it at around 6 million Philippine pesos.

The pricing means it is focused on top power and long-term value. This is while it stays in line with global SUV trends that lean toward high performance and cleaner power.

Innovation Without Losing Heritage

Toyota, with the Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid, has managed to keep the trusted DNA of the model while bringing it into the hybrid age.

As the industry moves toward cleaner vehicles, this SUV is a blend of history and innovation, which proves that going green doesn’t mean you have given up on reliability, performance, or presence, especially in markets like the UAE, where both matter.