I want the hybrid system for the instantaneous torque as that would make a dual t-case unnecessary. Also the OE inverter would run an induction cook top or instapot pretty well. All of that really appeals to me as an adventure platform. Buying big stonking LiFePO batteies, inverter, charge controller, alternator upgrade or solar panels, etc to do the same thing in a non-hybrid adds a lot of weight and cost and, while theres more flexibility in that system, I know I'd spend more for quality stuff than the uptick in price for a hybrid.
MTS/SDM seems to be the major selling point behind the Land Cruiser Premium from a functionality standpoint. I don't care about the other goo-gahs, but if the 1958 had at least MTS that might swing my interest.
Comparing the 4Runner Trailhunter it's pretty clearly the better option for my needs vs the LC 1958 (and even the LC Premium)
6g 4Runner Trailhunter base price: 69540
-9.5 rear end.
-MTS/SDM
-OME BP-51 suspension.
VS LC Premium base price: 67870
-8.75" rear end
-MTS/SDM
-Tokico suspension.
Adding the OME BP-51 suspension ($3500 retail) and swapping in a 9.5" rear end (using all new OEM parts, $9100) to the LC Premium bumps the price to $80470.
Adding the Land Cruiser full time t-case (3610035A30 -$2800) bumps the Trailhunter to $72340. (Though I am sure there is a bit more to it than just swapping the t-case around.)
That said, swapping rear ends and transfer cases voids the warranty in either case. So stock for stock, the TH 4runner is the better value, though to be FAIR I do want the LC badge.