Toyota FJ Cruiser

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In UAE, Toyota has discontinued the FJ Cruiser and this Cars model is out of production.

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Things we like in FJ Cruiser

Retro design

Good off-road abilities

Toyota’s reliability

Powerful engine

Commanding driving position

Things we don't like in FJ Cruiser

Lack of advanced safety features

Cramped rear seats

Less interior features

No LED lighting

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Recent Updates of FJ Cruiser

With the introduction of the limited-edition vehicle known as the Final Edition, Toyota has already said goodbye to the FJ Cruiser. This model, which was only produced in 1000 units, is propelled by a Toyota 4.0-litre V6 engine that generates 270 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to an automated transmission with five speeds. In the UAE, there is only one type of the FJ Cruiser, which costs AED 156,900. Other security features include parking sensors, impact sensors, traction control, vehicle stability and control system, dual airbags, anti-lock brakes with EBD, and brake assistance.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Price

The FJ Cruiser is priced at AED 156,900 .

Toyota FJ Cruiser Variants

There are 8 variants available of FJ Cruiser: 4.0L STD AT Four Wheel Drive 5DR, 4.0L 2 AT Four Wheel Drive 5DR, 4.0L EXR, 4.0L TRD, GXR, 4.0L VXR, Xtreme and 4.0L Adventure X AT AWD 5DR.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Power-trains

The FJ Cruiser is powered by a 3998cc 6-cylinder Petrol engine produces 270Hp/5600Rpm hp of power and 38.8KG-M/4400Rpm of torque.

It comes with the option of a 5Speed Automatic transmission gearbox.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Features

The feature list of FJ Cruiser includes Central Locking, Power Door Locks and Engine Immobilizer in terms of security.

Features for Comfort & Convenience include Air Conditioner, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Cruise Control and Usb charger.

Features for Entertainment & communication include Touch Screen, FM/AM/Radio, Navigation System, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB & Auxiliary Input, Speakers Front and Speakers Rear.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Interior

The interior features include Tacho Meter, Electronic Multi Tripmeter, Fabric Upholstery, Leather Steering Wheel, Digital Odometer and Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Exterior

If we talk about the exterior features then it include Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror, Rear Window Wiper, Alloy Wheels, Side Stepper and Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Safety

The safety features of the Model includes the Passenger Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Camera, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Front Impact Beams, Door Ajar Warning and Traction Control.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Competitors

The FJ Cruiser Competitors are: Land Rover Discovery Sport, Honda Pilot, Volkswagen Tiguan, Nissan Patrol Safari and Dodge Durango.

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Toyota FJ Cruiser Review 2024

Launched back in the year 2005, the Toyota FJ Cruiser isn’t available in many international markets. There could be many reasons behind why Toyota discontinued it. Perhaps, the world moved ahead much faster than the FJ Cruiser expected and it simply couldn’t keep up. However, the markets or regions, like the Middle East, where this machine is still available for purchase are aware of how beautiful and capable it is even for today’s standards.

The FJ Cruiser price in the UAE starts at AED 147,000 for the GXR trim and you’d need to pay AED 166,950 for the Xtreme model. Both of them come equipped with a powerful 4.0L V6 engine with DOHC and Dual VVT-i. The transmission is also the same - a 5-speed automatic unit. The Toyota FJ Cruiser colour options include White, Black, Red, Yellow, Beige, Cement Grey Metallic, and Smoky Blue.

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Overview

 
Brand Toyota UAE
Price AED 156,900
Body Type SUV

Powertrain

 
Engine 3998 cc
Transmission Type Automatic
Power Output 270Hp/5600Rpm and 38.8KG-M/4400Rpm of torque
Fuel Type Petrol
Drive Type 4x4

Dimensions

 
Seating Capacity 5 Seater
Width 1905
Length 4670
Height 1730

Toyota FJ Cruiser Interior & Features

Once you get settled in the FJ Cruiser you’d start appreciating its old school and manual features. But the old school doesn’t mean uncomfortable. The front seats here are made up of leather and are nicely contoured providing a good amount of support. There are separate armrests for both the front seats. The view around from this seating position is pretty wide and clear. You sit in a commanding position which gives you a sense of superiority.

The steering wheel doesn’t get any mounted controls. The meter cluster behind it is very basic, both in terms of looks and functionality. There are three dials located in the centre of the dashboard. The first one is a compass, the middle one is a screen which shows temperature and other details, and the last one is an altimeter. Below these dials are air-con vents and the infotainment system which supports AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB, and Bluetooth. Surrounding this are buttons and knobs for controlling other functions like hazard lamps and manual air-conditioning.

Getting in the rear seat is a bit cumbersome, and space back there isn’t that great. It would be sufficient for kids but full-size adults might not want to spend a lot of time there because the legroom isn’t much, plus the large C-pillar and small windows would introduce a feeling of claustrophobia. Since the FJ Cruiser has been designed to go off-road, its seat material is water-repellent and the interior materials that are used, ensure that dirt, dust and water can be easily cleaned.

FJ Cruiser Exterior

Over the years of its existence, the FJ Cruiser didn’t get any major cosmetic updates. We’re glad that didn’t happen because it is its old school, classic, and retro design that makes it stand out from the crowd. Yes, it doesn’t come anywhere close to the off-road SUVs that we are getting today, but it doesn’t hurt or pisses off anyone. So that’s alright. The front of the FJ Cruiser features a couple of round shaped headlights which are accompanied by a pair of long side turn signals. The front grille houses the Toyota brand name and not the symbol that we get nowadays. Interesting, isn’t it?

Then there’s the massive bumper. It is simply built to function in any kind of terrain condition. With just a look at it, you can tell how sturdy it is and it can take a lot of beating without giving up or would it ever give up?

The side profile of the Toyota FJ Cruiser is very interesting. You get an almost 90-degree vertical front windscreen, and then the roof is almost a straight line with a bit of a slant towards the rear end. The proportions of the FJ Cruiser aren’t spot on but they don’t appear to be that boxy either, say like that of a Mercedes-Benz G63. From the first look it would seem that the FJ Cruiser is a 3-door vehicle, but later you’d notice that’s not the case. It’s a 5-door vehicle however, you can’t open the rear two doors from the outside.

Moving towards the rear, the taillight cluster is small, which suits the minimal lighting arrangement at the front of the car. The tail lights are protruding a bit from the vehicle’s body. The boot lid opens horizontally which takes a whole lot of space to fully open when compared to the vertically opening tailgates.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Ride & Handling

The tyre size of the FJ Cruiser is 256/70/R17 for the GXR variant and 275/70/R16 for the Xtreme model. They perform really well in both on and off-road scenarios. They also offer a good amount of grip that enhances the overall handling of the vehicle. Toyota has given a high ground clearance to the FJ Cruiser. This, along with the large wheel arches, helps the vehicle to climb big rocks without a fuss.

Another interesting feature that you’d find on the FJ Cruiser is the differential lock. It further enhances the off-road finesse of the car and adds more fun to your off-road adventure.

FJ Cruiser Engine & Fuel Consumption

Opening up the FJ Cruiser spec sheet you’ll find that under that hood is a massive 4.0-litre V6 that produces 270 horsepower at 5600 revs and generates a peak torque of 380 Nm that kicks in at 4400 revs. The power transmission is handled by a 5-speed automatic gearbox. Toyota is known for building some of the most reliable and durable vehicles, and the FJ Cruiser is no exception. It has got some very good off-road capabilities that make it a fun-to-drive vehicle. Its part-time 4x4 system enables it to tackle some of the worst terrain conditions. And for people who like to kill their time in the sand dunes of the Middle East, the FJ Cruiser would not disappoint them.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Braking & Safety

In terms of safety, Toyota has implemented a number of features in the FJ Cruiser like Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), Dual Front Airbags, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Parking Sensors, Crawl Control, Rear-View Camera, etc. These features do provide a sense of safety to the occupants but they aren’t anywhere close to the features that we’re now getting.

FJ Cruiser Verdict

Launched in 2005, just the fact that you can get a brand-new FJ Cruiser even today is a big thing in itself. There aren’t many vehicles around that have seen such a long life without getting any serious update, and still, continue to perform brilliantly. If you’re in the market looking for a retro SUV that has got a good ride quality on and off the road and isn’t that heavy on your pocket, and you can live with manual controls, then you should definitely consider the Toyota FJ Cruiser.

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  • An off-road monster

    I purchased the Toyota FJ Cruiser because I wanted an offroader that could also serve me well for city commutes on a day-to-day basis and after...

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    Arnulfo Jan 04, 2024 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • Car that exudes a controversial looking exterior

    When it comes to the exterior styling of the model people may keep controversial opinion regarding the same. Few may either love it dearly and few...

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    Valeria Nov 18, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • A competent off-roader

    It has been eight months with the Toyota FJ Cruiser, and I must say it has been a rewarding experience. The only minor issue I faced with this...

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    Farhad Sep 20, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • A dependable off-roader SUV Car.

    When I saw this retro-styled mid-size SUV for the first time, it seemed like a breath of fresh air. Toyota FJ Cruiser is quite different from the...

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    Maktub Jul 13, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • Stands out against the midsize SUVs

    I wanted an off-roading vehicle that could perform equally well on city roads, and the Toyota FJ Cruiser has been the right choice. I have taken it...

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    Timtom Jun 06, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • Robust Retro Model!

    I am into models that give the most unique retro design and feel. The Toyota FJ cruiser is the closest I could find meeting my expectations and...

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    Emmanuel May 09, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • A versatile mid-size SUV

    The reliability and unique retro design of the Toyota fj-cruiser have turned me into its cult follower. One of its greatest strengths is its...

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    Oumar May 08, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • A Robust Roadster!

    Toyota FJ Cruiser is the best Vehicle for the UAE. There are tons of reasons why I can choose this vehicle over everything repeatedly. Just with a...

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    Kashif Jan 16, 2023 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
  • Be a Traveller

    Do you love new places and have felt attracted to it? I have always wanted to be a traveller and thankfully my job lets me travel to new places. But,...

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    Mohammed Sep 26, 2018 for Toyota FJ Cruiser
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