Along with Thailand, India will also be a major manufacturing hub for the upcoming Land Cruiser FJ
The all-new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ made its global debut a few months ago. Now it has been spotted road testing in Bangkok. Even though the Land Cruiser FJ has been fully revealed, the test vehicle can be seen in full camouflage. Let’s see the details.
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In terms of dimensions, the Land Cruiser FJ is 4,575 mm long, 1,855 mm wide, 1,960 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,580 mm. Although smaller in size compared to other Land Cruiser models, the upcoming Land Cruiser FJ is the tallest in the family. The closest second is the Land Cruiser 300 Series, which has a height of 1,945 mm. As is evident in the spy shots, the long and boxy profile of the Land Cruiser FJ contributes to a strong road presence.
One can also see that the external features of the test mule are very similar to the previously mentioned model. Key features include C-shaped DRLs, a strong bumper, sculpted body panels, flared wheel arches, strong roof rails and conventional door handles. The wheels are also hidden, but they look the same as described earlier. At the rear, the SUV features a flat tailgate with a spare tyre, C-shaped tail lamps and a heavy-duty bumper.
Even though the test mule is heavily hidden, the bare roof can be seen. This reveals the exterior color of the SUV, which could be Attitude Black Mica. Other color options offered with the Land Cruiser FJ include Ash, Platinum White Pearl Mica, Smokey Blue and Oxide Bronze Metallic. Color options may vary depending on market.
Land Cruiser FJ – Powertrain Options
In global markets, the Land Cruiser FJ will be available with a 2.7-litre 2TR-FE inline 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine. This engine generates 163 hp and 246 Nm torque. The SUV will use a 6-speed automatic transmission and part-time 4WD. However, there is speculation that markets like Thailand may also get a turbo diesel engine option with the Land Cruiser FJ.
If this is true, then one of the possibilities could be a 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine. It is currently in use with the Land Cruiser 250. Or Toyota could go with the new Hilux Champ sold in Thailand with a 2.4-litre inline 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine. However, there has been no official confirmation regarding these possibilities. If the turbo diesel is offered with the Land Cruiser FJ in the Thai market, it may also be offered in Japan at a later date.
In global markets, the Land Cruiser FJ will also be available with strong hybrid and plug-in-hybrid powertrain options. In India, options may be limited to petrol engines, at least initially. The India launch is expected in 2028. The Land Cruiser FJ will be available in markets such as Southeast Asia, South America and the Middle East and Africa. Toyota is also working on an even smaller Land Cruiser model, which can be placed in the 4.3 meter to 4.4 meter SUV segment.
