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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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Fuel Economy
Crash Test Scores
Base Price: $23,045
Price as Tested: $30,686
Why We Drove It: The 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser ranks as the most appealing compact multi activity vehicle in our 2008 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study.
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser, the people that actually own and drive one told us:
"The 4WD is incredible; so much torque. I don't think I [can] ever get stuck in snow again."
"Well balanced, [with] excellent traction control, and stability."
"The overall quality is superb. Styling and off road performance is great."
"Exceptionally smooth [and] quiet, but fun to drive."
"The off-road performance and suspension/engineering is fantastic."
"Very responsive engine with better than expected acceleration."
"The handling is great on and off the road in all weather conditions."
"The handling and power are excellent for a utility vehicle."
"The vehicle interior is superbly designed for utility."
"Handles excellent in snow and icy road conditions."
"The storage and space [are] great. [The interior is] water resistant and rugged."
"The seats are extremely comfortable."
"I love that you can hose it out to clean it."
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Toyota FJ Cruiser:
1. Side profile appearance and styling
2. Front-end styling
3. Appearance of wheels, rims, and tires
Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Toyota FJ Cruiser:
1. Dome/Map Light – Difficult to use/Controls poor location
2. Excessive wind noise
3. Mats won't stay in place
Ratings for the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
More Photos of the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
More Information on the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
"The 4WD is incredible; so much torque. I don't think I [can] ever get stuck in snow again."
"Well balanced, [with] excellent traction control, and stability."
"The overall quality is superb. Styling and off road performance is great."
"Exceptionally smooth [and] quiet, but fun to drive."
"The off-road performance and suspension/engineering is fantastic."
"Very responsive engine with better than expected acceleration."
"The handling is great on and off the road in all weather conditions."
"The handling and power are excellent for a utility vehicle."
"The vehicle interior is superbly designed for utility."
"Handles excellent in snow and icy road conditions."
"The storage and space [are] great. [The interior is] water resistant and rugged."
"The seats are extremely comfortable."
"I love that you can hose it out to clean it."
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Toyota FJ Cruiser:
1. Side profile appearance and styling
2. Front-end styling
3. Appearance of wheels, rims, and tires
Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Toyota FJ Cruiser:
1. Dome/Map Light – Difficult to use/Controls poor location
2. Excessive wind noise
3. Mats won't stay in place
Ratings for the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
More Photos of the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
More Information on the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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I am planning to buy FJ Cruiser somewhere in Januarary, 2010. I understand the new model will have a bigger engine ie. 20 HP extra. Have you any information on that or any other improvements. Please advise.
-- Posted by F. M. Abdulla on 9/27/2009 7:38:00 AM
