Will Toyota bring the FJ back?

While the Land Cruiser is leaving the American market starting in 2022 and the FJ Cruiser hasn't been sold here since 2014, Toyota is intent on staying competitive in the off-road space as the market transitions to electric vehicles, and will launch a tough compact electric SUV in the coming years.

Will Toyota build another FJ Cruiser?

There has been no recent indication that Toyota plans to bring the model back to the US. Back in 2018, Toyota did hint at the possibility of a new, smaller off-road vehicle, but that hasn't materialized, and recent reports about Toyota's plans have no mention of a new FJ or another off-road-oriented SUV.

Is there FJ 2021?

The FJ Cruiser that Toyota sold in the first half of 2021 has remained the model's only sale last year. It's a shocking sale because the FJ disappeared from Toyota's lineup in the US after the 2014 model year, and it has taken dealers a bit of time to clear out their inventory.

Why did Toyota get rid of the FJ?

When sales continued to plummet after the start of the recession, Toyota decided the sales were too lackluster to justify the manufacturing cost of producing a second generation, culminating in the FJ Cruiser's 2014 discontinuation.

How much is a 2021 FJ Cruiser?

Median sales prices for the base model more than doubled from about $14,000 in 2019 to $27,500 in 2020 and continued to rise to $30,450 in 2021.

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Are FJ Cruisers going up in value?

“Median sales prices for the base model more than doubled from about $14,000 in 2019 to $27,500 in 2020 and continued to rise to $30,450 in 2021. We're feeling the heat on the insurance side of the business — policies for FJ Cruisers have been doubling every year since 2018 and aren't slowing down.”

Can you import a new FJ Cruiser to the US?

If you are moving to the US you can bring a vehicle regardless of age. It has to meet US regs and you need documentation from the manufacturer stating so. Having said that, it appears Toyota won't supply this document.... Likely because, as built, the newer FJ's aren't compliant.

Is there a 2020 FJ Cruiser?

While the FJ Cruiser dates back to 2006, the 2020 model remains virtually unchanged. In fact, the only updates that the SUV seems to have received in the UAE and South Africa is an upgraded audio system and an updated infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Is Toyota FJ reliable?

RepairPal gives the FJ Cruiser a 3.5 out of 5 reliability rating, ranking it 12th out of 26 midsize SUVs. The annual repair and maintenance cost for the model is usually around $506. This is lower compared to the average $573 for midsize SUVs.

What replaced FJ Cruiser?

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 4x4 ready to take you exploring.

How many FJ Cruisers sold 2021?

Now, we can make that tally 12,172 following the sale – in August 2021 – of what was likely the last remaining 'new' MY2016 FJ Cruiser in the country.

How long do FJ Cruisers last?

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.

Does Toyota still make the Land Cruiser?

After over 60 years of off-road adventures, the Toyota Land Cruiser has been discontinued, making 2021 the vehicle's last model year. For current Land Cruiser owners, rest assured that you'll still receive top-quality service from your local Toyota Service Center.

Why are Fjs so expensive?

This remarkable machine was built to withstand very extreme circumstances and as a result, is more expensive than other models in its class. These off-road vehicles are widely used for activities such as rock crawling and off-road racing.

What is the best year FJ Cruiser to buy?

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.

Is FJ Cruiser high maintenance?

Despite the Toyota FJ Cruiser's proportions and large engine, the preventive maintenance service (PMS) costs of this unit are relatively affordable as compared to other Toyota vehicles such as the Fortuner and the Hilux.

Is there a diesel FJ Cruiser?

With a turbo diesel powerplant under the hood, the FJ CRUISER goes from a 12mpg gas guzzler to a +25 MPG fuel sipper.

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.

Is FJ Cruiser full time 4wd?

A six-speed manual and a five-speed automatic are the transmission options. In an odd arrangement, FJ Cruisers with a manual transmission get full-time four-wheel drive, and automatic-equipped models get a simpler part-time four-wheel-drive system or rear-wheel drive.

Can I buy a Mexican car in the US?

You have to submit proof of ownership such as a certificate of title, bill of sale, or manufacturer statement of origin to a CBP Officer at the port. Additional forms needed for importing a vehicle from Mexico is the Department of Transportation (DOT)Form HS-7, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Form 3520-1.

What is the 25 year import law?

What Does the Law State – and Why? In a nutshell (because there are exceptions), you can't take a car into America that wasn't built with the US market in mind – unless it's at least 25 years old.

Can you buy a car in Mexico and bring it to the US?

Thankfully, importing a car from Mexico isn't that much different from most anywhere else. Aside from the fact that you can simply drive the car over the border, the steps to import a car from Mexico are mostly the same as if you were shipping one from overseas.