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2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser

The FJ Cruiser's styling is a contemporary echo of the rugged early FJ40 Land Cruisers from decades ago. While its off-road prowess is superb, the model is full of compromises. Chunky roof pillars and slit-like windows cause horrendous outward visibility, while the rear-hinged back doors provide poor cabin access and are difficult to close. Handling is clumsy and can be disconcerting at the limits, although the standard stability control keeps the Toyota secure enough. Ride quality is compliant but jiggly and wind noise dominates the cabin. The 4.0-liter V6 powertrain is smooth and punchy, but returned just 17 mpg overall. Changes were minor through its model run; 2014 was its last year.

Market value
$15,250
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2011
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
4WD
Transmission
Automatic, 5-speed
Category
Compact SUVs
Generation began
2007

Pricing

Current retail median
$15,250
Retail value range
$13,700 - $16,800
Original MSRP range
$25,790 - $27,380
Trade-in range
$10,560 - $13,615

Ratings

Road test score
38/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
17 MPG
EPA highway
21 MPG
EPA combined
19 MPG
Tested city
13 MPG
Tested highway
21 MPG
Tested overall
17 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,840
Cruising range
325 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.9 sec
0-60 mph
8 sec
60-0 mph braking
138 ft
Avoidance speed
45.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
184 in
Width
75 in
Height
72 in
Wheelbase
106 in
Weight
4,350 lb
Maximum load
1,190 lb
Towing capacity
5,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5 in
Front leg room
40 in
Rear head room
5 in
Rear leg room
25.5 in
Cargo volume
34 cu ft
Luggage
4+0+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
3/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Toyota

Toyota mostly fulfills its reputation for building efficient and exceptionally reliable vehicles. Most of their models do well in our testing, thanks to their impressive fuel economy, comfortable rides, quiet cabins, and ease of getting in and out. All of this makes Toyotas among the best options for used vehicles. The brand was a hybrid pioneer, starting with the original Prius. Toyota has evolved and expanded that technology, and most vehicles in its lineup are available as a hybrid. Toyota also sells a number of plug-in hybrids, which were once called Prime but are now simply referred to as Plug-in. The company also knows how to add a dose of excitement into its lineup. The GR86, GR Corolla, and Supra are legit, fun-to-drive sports cars. However, some models we’ve tested have been disappointing. The company’s EV, the bZ4X SUV, is mediocre.

Vehicle ID: 8405 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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