Looking to purchase a LC. Seen a lot of low mileage used, Are a lot of people returning it ?

For me, one of the biggest surprises is the LC 250 is a fantastic mixed use, all around, daily driver. The driving position, visibility, relative comfort, and maneuverability are all outstanding.

In addition, the suspension is great. Of course it is not as quiet or refined as a luxury SUV but it soaks up the big bumps much better.

Ironically, the hybrid is also superbly suited for rush hour stop and go traffic because you can run much of it purely on the battery. I have about a 25 mile round trip commute through infamous California traffic and I am disappointed if I don't get 28 MPG per trip.

On the flip side, it is super zippy in performance mode for short bursts so if I just want to have fun it is a blast. In know I am not alone because every time I see another LC 250 it is passing by me and the driver has a big smile on their face. :)

We all know the LC's legendary off road capability. However, it turns out it is also very practical, comfortable, and super efficient around town too.
 
Theory only, since I donโ€™t have actual data to support it:

The Land Cruiser is a purpose built tool (back country or off-road capability and reliability) that is currently selling like hot cakes. However, many people who buy this tool do not have the intended use case, and so after a short period of ownership realize they want a car-based SUV (like a Honda Pilot or Land Rover Defender) and not a truck (like a Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol). And so we see a lot of low-miles versions being traded in.

Not super great for Toyota, but great for enthusiasts who are smartly waiting for used models to hit the market.
 
Any make model you can find the same percentage in the used market.
 
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