Toyota just dropped the toughest, meanest version of the Land Cruiser yet — a real double-cab pickup that turns the legendary SUV into a work-ready, trail-dominating truck. Built on the same bulletproof TNGA-F platform as the 2025 Land Cruiser Prado and the new 300 Series, the 2026 Double Cab Pickup brings back the spirit of the old 70 Series but with modern power, tech, and comfort most owners never dreamed of.
What Makes It So Special
This isn’t just a Land Cruiser with a bed slapped on the back. Toyota engineered it from the ground up as a true one-ton pickup that can still out-crawl a Jeep on the Rubicon and tow your boat to the lake the same weekend.
- Full boxed ladder frame shared with the Land Cruiser 300 Series
- Same wheelbase as the current Prado-based Land Cruiser for perfect off-road geometry
The double-cab body gives you real rear-seat room for five adults plus a 6.5-foot bed that can swallow dirt bikes, camping gear, or a full load of lumber without breaking a sweat.
Power That Doesn’t Quit
Under the hood sits Toyota’s proven 2.8-liter 1GD-FTV turbo-diesel four-cylinder pumping out 201 hp and a stump-pulling 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque from just 1,600 rpm. It’s the same engine that’s been beating the snot out of African dirt roads and Australian outback tracks for years.
You get it paired with a slick 8-speed automatic and a proper part-time 4WD system with low-range transfer case. Want to row your own gears? Toyota still offers a 6-speed manual in some markets — pure bliss for the purists.
Off-Road Armor You Can Trust
Toyota didn’t hold back on the hardcore goodies:
- Factory front and rear locking differentials (a huge deal in this segment)
- Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, and Downhill Assist Control
- 8.7 inches of ground clearance and approach/departure angles that shame most “trail-rated” trucks
- Full underbody skid plates protecting the engine, transfer case, and fuel tank
Throw on the optional 33-inch all-terrain tires and snorkel, and this thing will go places that make Wranglers blush.
Inside the Cabin — Tough but Livable
Climb inside and you’re not stuck in a stripped-out work truck. Toyota gave it the same premium dash as the new Land Cruiser SUV, complete with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and real air-conditioned seats up front. Rear passengers get their own vents and USB ports — no more fighting over the single charger.
It’s still built to take abuse: rubberized floors, water-resistant seats, and a tailgate that doubles as a workbench when you’re out in the middle of nowhere.
Towing and Payload That Actually Work
Real-world numbers put payload right around 2,600 pounds and towing capacity at 7,700 pounds — enough for a big camper or a pair of full-size quads on a trailer. The rear leaf-spring suspension is tuned for heavy loads without turning the ride into a buckboard on the street.
Why It’s the Ultimate Off-Road Beast
At the end of the day, the 2026 Land Cruiser Double Cab Pickup does something no other truck on the market can: it combines unbreakable Toyota reliability, serious expedition-level off-road capability, and everyday comfort in one package. Whether you’re crossing the Simpson Desert, hauling hay on the ranch, or just want the toughest daily driver on the block, this is the truck that finally brings the 70 Series legend into 2026 without losing its soul.
Toyota didn’t just build another pickup they resurrected the spirit of the unbreakable Land Cruiser in the body of a modern double-cab truck. If you’ve been waiting for a rig that can conquer the trail on Saturday and still pick up the kids from school on Monday without missing a beat, the 2026 Land Cruiser Double Cab Pickup is finally here.
