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Toyota FJ Cruiser

The Toyota FJ Cruiser is a retro-styled mid-size SUV produced by Toyota from 2006 to 2022, depending on market.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

The Toyota FJ Cruiser is a retro-styled mid-size SUV built by Toyota from 2006 to 2022, inspired by the classic Land Cruiser FJ40. In the United States, it was sold for model years 2007 through 2014, but production continued longer in some global markets.

What it is

The FJ Cruiser is a body-on-frame off-road SUV with a distinctive retro design that echoes the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40. It uses a 4.0-litre V6 engine and was offered with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, depending on market and trim.

Why it matters

Toyota marketed the FJ Cruiser as a modern take on a classic off-roader. It developed a strong enthusiast following, particularly after U.S. sales ended in 2014. Its global production continued until 2022, and it remains a cult favourite among off-road and collector-vehicle fans.

Key details

The name comes from "FJ40" and "Land Cruiser," according to Toyota. The vehicle was first shown as a concept in the early 2000s and entered production in 2006. It was sold in Canada as part of Toyota’s North American lineup.

In short

  • Retro-styled mid-size SUV inspired by the Land Cruiser FJ40.
  • Sold in the U.S. from 2007 to 2014; global production until 2022.
  • Powered by a 4.0-litre V6 with body-on-frame construction.
  • Developed a cult following among off-road enthusiasts.
Canadian angle

The FJ Cruiser was sold in Canada as part of Toyota’s North American lineup, making it familiar to Canadian off-road and collector-vehicle enthusiasts.

Quick questions

What is the Toyota FJ Cruiser?
It is a retro-styled mid-size SUV from Toyota, inspired by the Land Cruiser FJ40 and designed for off-road use.
When was the Toyota FJ Cruiser made?
Toyota produced it from 2006 to 2022 overall, with U.S. sales ending after the 2014 model year.
Was the FJ Cruiser sold in Canada?
Yes. It was sold in Canada as part of Toyota’s North American lineup during its production run.

Sources

  1. Toyota — https://www.toyota.com/fjcruiser/
    Supports: U.S. discontinuation after the 2014 model year.
  2. Toyota Motor Corporation — https://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/vehicle_lineage/car/id60017326/index.html
    Supports: Initial release in 2006, North American market focus, later Japanese market availability, and name origin from FJ40/Land Cruiser.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_FJ_Cruiser
    Supports: Production years, class, body style, and general model overview.
  4. MotorTrend — https://www.motortrend.com/features/fj-cruiser
    Supports: Model timing, U.S. sales years, retro styling, and market history.
  5. Hemmings — https://www.hemmings.com/stories/toyota-fj-cruiser-guide/
    Supports: Production start in 2006 at Hino Motors in Hamura, Japan, and off-road-oriented body-on-frame construction.