Why did they stop selling FJ Cruisers?

Sales Plummeted During Recession They were initially very popular, made as a retro, off-road machine. Unfortunately, the recession in 2008 hit Toyota hard, and sales for the FJ Cruiser plummeted as a result. It ended up being discontinued by 2014, although it was doing well before that.

Is FJ coming back?

FJ Cruiser was discontinued in 2014, making the 2014 FJ Cruiser the last model year. However, excitement and capability live on with adventure-ready Toyota vehicles like 4Runner and the off-road-ready TRD Pro Series. No matter who you are, there’s a rugged Toyota 4×4 ready to take you exploring.

What year FJ Cruiser most reliable?

While this Toyota is highly reliable, there are some things to consider when you are buying used FJ Cruisers. The 2013 FJ Cruiser has the best resale value and many positive features.

What is the life expectancy of an FJ Cruiser?

FJ Cruisers mileage can run well into 250K+ miles without any mechanical failures, provided the scheduled maintenance and services have been carried out. Many owners have run well into 300K+ miles with just the regular maintenance and a few small cosmetic issues.

Why do FJ Cruisers have white tops?

Registered. Actually Toyota was one of the first to do their part to help with the threat of global warming way back in the 40’s and the idea was re introduced with the FJ Cruiser. This concept has worked so well, in 2015 ALL Toyota products including the Lexus brand will have a white roof.

How long will a Toyota FJ Cruiser last?

What does FJ stand for in FJ Cruiser?

How did the FJ get its name? We get this question a lot! The “J” definitely stands for “Jeep” and the “F” indicates the engine type.

Is there a 2021 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

Toyota ended last year with sales up 10 percent. The FJ Cruiser that Toyota sold in the first half of 2021 has remained the model’s only sale last year.

What does FJ Cruiser stand for?

How did the FJ get its name? We get this question a lot! The “J” definitely stands for “Jeep” and the “F” indicates the engine type. This is why the early FJs were actually known as BJs–they had a Type B engine, not an F.

How much can a Toyota FJ Cruiser really tow?

The towing capacity of an FJ Cruiser ranges form 4,700 pounds to 5,000 pounds depending on the year of FJ Cruiser you own. In simple terms this is enough to tow a camper, but there is a lot more you need to consider when towing a camper. Here’s the rest of the story…

Is the Toyota FJ Cruiser a good SUV?

The FJ Cruiser received a “Good” rating (which is the highest rating given out) when being tested for front and side impact tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. That will be a comfort to a lot of drivers who like to see excellent safety ratings before they buy a vehicle.

Does Toyota still make FJ?

Yes, Toyota is still making the FJ Cruiser. You haven’t seen them on dealer lots here in North America for some years now, but a handful of other markets continued to get the retro-styled off…

How much does a Toyota FJ Cruiser cost?

When the FJ Cruiser debuted back in 2007, the starting price was in the low- to mid-$20,000 range. When it went out of production in 2014, the starting price was just under $30,000. Admittedly, this $22,000 to $29,000 price range was for base model trucks, and options added significantly to that cost — but, still, it gives you an idea of new prices.