2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser

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Rating7.9

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$25,790 - $27,380
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressively capable off the road

Compromised visibility

Upgraded standard audio system

Iconic and distinctive styling

Cramped rear cabin

Folding headrests for rear seat passengers

Comfy seats

Specs & Features

$27,380

price

260 hp @ 5600 rpm

horsepower

271 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic

transmission

4.0L 6cyl 4WD 5A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact SUV segment, the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Jeep Wrangler, and the Nissan Xterra. With just one trim, the FJ Cruiser starts off at a base price of MSRP of $25,790. Not all trims are built equal, as there are two transmissions on offer. The standard engine is a 4.0L V6 engine rated for 260 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque, mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. With this engine, the FJ Cruiser gives you a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds and takes 7.5 seconds for a 0-60 MPH run. An optional 6-speed manual transmission is also offered if you opt for the full-time 4WD version.

Buying Advice

The 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV is an off-road SUV offered in a single trim. However, there are some options offered and we recommend getting the Convenience package that adds power mirrors, rear privacy glass, a rear wiper, a spare tire cover, keyless entry, cruise control, a rearview camera, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Trims

    Base
    $25,790 onwards
    • 17-inch black steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Premium cloth Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,790- $27,380

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.86

Horsepower

260 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque

271 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,865- $44,345

Gasoline

7.93

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

7

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$22,245- $33,645

Gasoline

7.23

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$28,360- $39,535

Gasoline

8.08

290 hp @ 6500 rpm

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$27,640- $38,775

Gasoline

7.64

285 hp @ 6500 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$32,000- $45,380

Gasoline

7.37

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

8

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$28,320- $40,670

Gasoline

7.33

250 hp @ 5700 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

8

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$28,345- $36,095

Gasoline

7.2

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

7

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$22,045- $33,320

Gasoline

6.61

202 hp @ 5200 rpm

237 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

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$30,215- $42,295

Gasoline

8.04

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.5 sec--
    6.6 sec14.1 sec144 mph
    6.8 sec15.5 sec120 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec-
    7.3 sec15.8 sec132 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec-

    2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg22 mpg19 mpg19 gal.323/418 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg24 mpg18 gal.360/486 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg16.4 gal.328/459.2 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/499.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/452.4 mi.
      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg19.2 gal.384/480 mi.

      2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        183.9 in.75 in.71.3 in.8.7 in.105.9 in.
        201.8 in.79 in.72.5 in.8.4 in.118.9 in.
        200.7 in.78.2 in.69.9 in.7.4 in.118.9 in.
        200.2 in.76.2 in.68 in.8 in.113.2 in.
        197.1 in.78.9 in.70.4 in.7.6 in.112.6 in.
        192.4 in.72.2 in.66.6 in.7.3 in.113.8 in.

        2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          27.9 cu.ft.-66.8 cu.ft.
          17.2 cu.ft.139.4 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.
          10.3 cu.ft.145.7 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.
          13.4 cu.ft.150.6 cu.ft.86.8 cu.ft.
          32.2 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.
          21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.

          2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            66.8 cu.ft.27.9 cu.ft.66.8 cu.ft.-
            59.5 cu.ft.24.1 cu.ft.116.9 cu.ft.-
            71.3 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.71.3 cu.ft.-
            68.3 cu.ft.35.1 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            30 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.77 ft.
            73 cu.ft.23.3 cu.ft.115 cu.ft.-

            2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              5000 lbs.1285 lbs.4050 lbs.
              6000 lbs.1047 lbs.4427 lbs.
              5200 lbs.1755 lbs.4656 lbs.
              5000 lbs.881 lbs.4143 lbs.
              5000 lbs.-4557 lbs.
              4500 lbs.1631 lbs.4780 lbs.

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