Engineering:Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
| Toyota Land Cruiser FJ | |
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| File:Toyota Land Cruiser FJ prototype.jpg Toyota Land Cruiser FJ prototype | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Production | February 2026 – present |
| Assembly | Thailand: Ban Pho (TMT) |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, part-time four-wheel-drive |
| Platform | IMV platform |
| Chassis | Body-on-frame |
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| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Power output | 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm (101.6 in) |
| Length | 4,575–4,610 mm (180.1–181.5 in) |
| Width | 1,855 mm (73.0 in) |
| Height | 1,960 mm (77.2 in) |
| uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,960 kg (4,321 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | |
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ (Japanese: トヨタ・ランドクルーザーFJ, Hepburn: Toyota Rando-Kurūzā Efujē) (model code J240) is a retro-styled compact SUV produced by Japanese manufacturer Toyota since 2026. It is part of the Land Cruiser range as the smallest variation in the lineup. The name "FJ" is a backronym of "Freedom & Joy" and is a reference to the FJ40 Land Cruiser.
Overview
In August 2023, the Land Cruiser FJ was first shown in teaser images alongside the Toyota Land Cruiser Se Concept and Toyota Land Hopper three-wheeled scooter.[2]
The Land Cruiser FJ made its first autoshow debut at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show on 20 October 2025.[3] It is built upon the IMV platform shared with the Hilux. The model will be available in Asian, African, Middle East and Latin American markets, with no plans for availability in the North America or Europe.[4] Before its introduction, the design of the Land Cruiser FJ was previewed by the Compact Cruiser EV concept SUV in December 2021.[5]
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2026 Land Cruiser FJ VX
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Rear view
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Interior
Markets
Africa
South Africa
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 10 May 2026 for the South African market. It is available in GX and VX grades with 6-speed automatic and 4WD as standard.[6]
Asia
Indonesia
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 29 July 2026 for the Indonesian market at the 33rd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, alongside the Land Cruiser 300 HEV and bZ4X Touring. Grades available are an unnamed grade and the higher Adventure grade, both with a 6-speed automatic transmission and 4WD.[7]
Japan
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 14 May 2026 for the Japanese market. It is available in a single VX grade.[8]
Philippines
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 4 June 2026 for the Philippine market at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. It is available in TX and VX grades with 6-speed automatic and 4WD as standard.[9]
Sales commenced on 20 July 2026.[10]
Thailand
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 21 March 2026 for the Thai market. It is available in a single unnamed grade with 6-speed automatic and 4WD as standard. For the Thai market, the Land Cruiser FJ is positioned below the Fortuner.[11]
Vietnam
The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 28 July 2026 for the Vietnamese market. It is available in a single unnamed grade with 6-speed automatic and 4WD as standard.[12]
Middle East
The Land Cruiser FJ will be unveiled soon for the Middle Eastern market. [13]
References
- ↑ "Land Cruiser "FJ" Design Sketches". Toyota. 2025-10-21. https://global.toyota/en/mobility/toyota-brand/toyota-design/landcruiserfj/.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2023-08-02). "Toyota Teases Possible FJ Cruiser Revival Alongside Mysterious SUV And Scooter". Carscoops. https://www.carscoops.com/2023/08/toyota-teases-possible-fj-cruiser-revival-alongside-mysterious-suv-and-scooter/.
- ↑ Gauthier, Michael (20 October 2025). "Toyota's New Land Cruiser FJ Looks Retro Enough To Steal Your Heart". https://www.carscoops.com/2025/10/this-is-the-new-toyota-land-cruiser-fj/.
- ↑ Anderson, Brad (2025-10-20). "Toyota Won’t Let America Or Europe Have Its New FJ Cruiser" (in en). https://www.carscoops.com/2025/10/toyota-wont-let-america-or-europe-have-its-new-fj-cruiser/.
- ↑ "Toyota unveils 11 new electric car concepts" (in en). https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/toyota/356886/toyota-unveils-11-new-electric-car-concepts.
- ↑ "Toyota Land Cruiser FJ (2026) Price & Specs" (in en). 2026-05-10. https://www.cars.co.za/motoring-news/toyota-land-cruiser-fj-2026-price-specs/344213/.
- ↑ Isromi Nuar, Gemilang (2026-07-29). "Toyota Luncurkan 3 Mobil Baru di GIIAS 2026, Ada Land Cruiser Hybrid dan bZ4X Touring" (in id). https://otodriver.com/berita/2026/toyota-luncurkan-3-mobil-baru-di-giias-2026-ada-land-cruiser-hybrid-dan-bz4x-touring-toyeeihbing.
- ↑ "Toyota Launches All-New Land Cruiser "FJ" Series in Japan" (Press release). Toyota. 2026-05-14. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ Grecia, Leandre (2026-06-04). "PIMS 2026: The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ has finally arrived with a P2.235-M starting price". Top Gear (Philippines). https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/toyota-land-cruiser-fj-2026-pims-a5361-20260604.
- ↑ "Retail Sales Of 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Start Today. Check Out The Full Specs". The Philippines. 2026-07-20. https://www.carguide.ph/2026/07/retail-sales-of-2027-toyota-land.html.
- ↑ Moo Teerapat A (2026-03-21). "Toyota LAND CRUISER FJ ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ : 1,269,000 บาท (ผลิตไทย) เบนซิน 2.7 6AT 4WD" (in th). https://autolifethailand.tv/official-price-toyota-land-cruiser-fj-thailand.
- ↑ Lâm, Bảo (2026-06-01). "Toyota Land Cruiser FJ chốt mở bán chính hãng tại Việt Nam: SUV địa hình khung gầm rời hiếm hoi trong tầm giá" (in vi). https://autopro.com.vn/toyota-land-cruiser-fj-chot-mo-ban-chinh-hang-tai-viet-nam-suv-dia-hinh-khung-gam-roi-hiem-hoi-trong-tam-gia-17726060114445344.chn.
- ↑ "Upcoming Land Cruiser FJ - Specs & Registration | Toyota KSA" (in en). https://www.toyota.com.sa/en/fj-upcoming.
External links
- Official website (Japanese)
