Toyota’s new SUV revives the Land Cruiser’s spirit of adventure in a smaller, retro-styled package designed to win buyers worldwide
After what seemed like an eternity of rumors, leaks and speculation, Toyota has finally unveiled the new Land Cruiser FJ, ahead of its launch in mid-2026.
Drawing inspiration from its larger siblings, the FJ channels their rugged DNA into a more compact, playful form. The result is a design that’s unmistakably Land Cruiser, yet charmingly scaled-down.
Starting up front, we can see two different front ends that echo those found on the Land Cruiser proper. One has a retro-inspired design with circular headlights, while the other sports rectangular units with C-shaped daytime running lights.
Both are joined by a minimalist grille, featuring “Toyota” lettering. Further below, there plastic front bumpers with slightly different designs.
Moving down the sides, the Land Cruiser FJ has heavily stylized bodywork and angular fender flares. They’re joined by heavy cladding a greenhouse that pays tribute to the larger model. We can also see a massive rear pillar, which likely won’t to any favors for rear visibility.
Speaking of which, a tailgate-mounted tire largely blocks the rear window. It’s joined by C-shaped taillights and a rugged bumper.
Interestingly, Toyota said the model will come with removable front and rear corner bumpers. This will enable owners to easy swap out damaged parts as reduced costs.
That’s a cool idea and Toyota also promised an assortment of options including “robust exterior and functional items.” The company didn’t go into many specifics, but they showed models equipped with rock rails, raised air intakes, and a roof-mounted ARB platform. The company also mentioned MOLLE panels and images show some mounted on the inside of the tailgate.
In terms of size, the model measures 180.1 inches (4,575 mm) long, 73 inches (1,855 mm) wide, and 77.2 inches (1,960 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 101.6 inches (2,580 mm). To put those numbers into perspective, the model is 4.5 inches (114 mm) longer than the Corolla Cross, but has a 2.3-inch (58 mm) shorter wheelbase. The FJ is also 13.7 inches (348 mm) shorter than the Land Cruiser with 10.6 inches (269 mm) less between the wheels.
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