Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ prototype
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Model codeJ240
ProductionFebruary 2026 – present
AssemblyThailand: Ban Pho (TMT)
Designer
  • Koji Inoue (project chief designer)[1]
  • Lu Yi, Kosuke Kubo and Kohei Toyoda (exterior)
  • Yuki Ujita (interior)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, part-time four-wheel-drive
PlatformIMV platform
ChassisBody-on-frame
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Power output120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS)
Transmission6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,580 mm (101.6 in)
Length4,575–4,610 mm (180.1–181.5 in)
Width1,855 mm (73.0 in)
Height1,960 mm (77.2 in)

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]

In 21 October 2025 in Japan and will be produced in Thailand starting 2026. Its first autoshow debut at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.[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]

Markets

Thailand

The Land Cruiser FJ was launched on 21 March 2026 for the Thai market. It was available in a single unnamed variant with 6-speed automatic and 4WD as standard. For the Thai market, the Land Cruiser FJ will be positioned below the Fortuner.[6]

References

  1. ^ "Land Cruiser "FJ" Design Sketches". Toyota. 21 October 2025. Retrieved 21 October 2025.
  2. ^ Pappas, Thanos (2 August 2023). "Toyota Teases Possible FJ Cruiser Revival Alongside Mysterious SUV And Scooter". Carscoops. Retrieved 25 February 2026.
  3. ^ Gauthier, Michael (20 October 2025). "Toyota's New Land Cruiser FJ Looks Retro Enough To Steal Your Heart".
  4. ^ "Toyota Won't Let America Or Europe Have Its New FJ Cruiser".
  5. ^ "Toyota unveils 11 new electric car concepts". Auto Express. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  6. ^ Moo Teerapat A (21 March 2026). "Toyota LAND CRUISER FJ ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ : 1,269,000 บาท (ผลิตไทย) เบนซิน 2.7 6AT 4WD" [Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Official Price: 1,269,000 THB (Made in Thailand) 2.7L Gasoline 6AT 4WD]. Autolife Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 22 March 2026.