2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser review
Toyota FJ Cruiser highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 18 highway, 16 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
- FJ Cruiser trims have been upgraded with Power Mirrors as standard equipment this year.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Toyota FJ Cruiser an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Toyota FJ Cruiser 11th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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Base 2WD 2D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- JBL Sound System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
4.0L
Horsepower
260
Torque (ft-lbs)
271
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19
Wheelbase
105.9"
Overall length
183.9"
Width
75"
Height
71.3"
Leg room
F 41.9"/R 31.3"
Head room
F 41.3"/R 40.3"
Front tires
P265/70R17
Rear tires
P265/70R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
750/5000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser FAQ
The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser Base offers 17 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Toyota FJ Cruiser received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Toyota FJ Cruiser as 10 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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