Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 -16 City / 18 -20 HWY
Horsepower
239
Seats
5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Zachary S
Best vehicle I have ever owned.
Best vehicle I have ever owned. Great for off-roading and getting outdoors. Safe, reliable and the most dependable vehicle I have ever owned. Deceivingly spacious. Only issue is with the gas mileage.
accountCircle Sam W
Lots of blind spots. Unless you know what you're doing you can have an accident
Great car. Goes they snow and mud. Drives well on ice. Good for long trips
accountCircle Victoria A
The gas mileage is not the best.
I like that it is reliable and low maintenance. The size is perfect for all my needs. I feel safe while I am in it. I wish it was better on gas mileage. But other than that I love it.
accountCircle Angela C
Visibility when driving the fj cruiser.
The only thing I do not like about the fj is the poor visibility. The side mirrors create a large blind spot & there is not great visibility out the back window or side passenger windows. The poor visibility takes a little getting used to - you certainly have to be more cautious, double check with turns (especially left turns), but once you are used to it, it is not a problem.
accountCircle Neves N
My dream car, is not your typical SUV, is different. I like a luxury car for me.
This vehicle is a dream if you are into SUV. I love it, is comfortable, reliable, and the best car I ever had. Also is a conversation maker. Everyone you meet is asking question about my car because is also beautiful. I have never had a problem with that car for the two years that I own it. The only time I have seen the mechanic is for oil change or to place an automatic remote start.
accountCircle Susan M
Fun, Quirky, Easy to drive, Easy to love
4 wheel drive is awesome. Three windshield wipers are quirky and fun. Comfortable and reliable. Reverse camera is very helpful. Tire pressure alert even on the spare. Love this vehicle. Going into the mountains is made easy with this vehicle. Slip differential makes rocks no problem.
accountCircle Lisa D
Such a fun vehicle to drive!
I love this vehicle so much that it's the second one we've owned. We were in a rollover accident and this little tank was amazing! So we bought another one because we felt (still do) very safe. It's extremely reliable if you take proper maintenance (oil, air filter, tires, etc.). It's been completely comfortable for long (across states) road trips and a lot of fun off-roading! Love the simple, intuitive features. The inside seat material and rubber flooring are amazing for quick and easy cleaning! Spacious enough for two 100 lbs dogs. The back doors can be a bit frustrating if you have kids that need to be in a carry that you'll pull in and out just because of the angle that they open, but that's about the only negative thing.
accountCircle constance V
Wonderful cruiser Very smooth drive I love it
The performance is great I love driving it. It drives so smooth and the gas mileage is wonderful. I love my car very much it looks good it drives good and I get a lot of compliments when people drive it. I would definitely recommend buying an FJ cruiser whichever year you decide to get

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Veronica K
It is not sold brand new anymore. Toyota discontinued fj cruisers.
I love the size of this vehicle. I love the feeling of driving a large car while not actually feeling like you are in one. The downsides about this car are the blind spots that occur off the side of the front windows, and that the back seat windows don't roll down. I feel really safe in this car, and I like that the temperature and compass are easily accessible to the eye.
accountCircle Kate B
Great handling, poor visibility
The visibility is absolutely terrible. The size of the windows are so small compared to the rest of the car. The giant tire in the middle of the back window also obstructs views. Also goes through quite a bit of gas. However, the car handles very well. Great for off roading, icy conditions, getting other vehicles unstuck.
accountCircle Santana S
It has horsepower, and great gas mileage. Plus it's pretty.
It has a good radio with bass. It rides smooth and has plenty of room.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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RWD 4dr Auto
239 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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4WD 4dr Man
239 HP 17-17 MPG 5 Seats
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4WD 4dr Auto
239 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owner Reviews

4.61
31 Reviews
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5 stars 71%
4 stars 19%
3 stars 10%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Christian B on May 23, 2021
You will have to get used to the double doors on the vehicle.
I actually enjoy my fj cruiser their are not to many negatives I would say about them. They aren't to bad on gas and are very reliable.
accountCircle Sydney G on February 21, 2021
Fj cruiser is a must have for explorative families.
This car is a gem! It runs well, drives smooth, and is very safe. It is very reliable. It has never broken down and drives perfectly at over 200,000 miles. It is very comfortable for long trips and has good gas mileage. The suicide doors are automatically childproof, which is great for a family who loves to go exploring.

Ranks #2 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has an average owner rating of 4.61 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 20 other Midsize SUVs.

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4.61
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4.57

Ranks #6 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has a combined MPG of 22 which ranks it #6 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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26 MPG
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24 MPG
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20 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser wiper blades size?

Answer: The 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser wiper blades size is 16'' driver and 13'' or 14'' passenger. This part will eventually go bad. You will need to replace them every 6 to 12 months. If You don't, You will get smudges...

What's the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser oil type?

Answer: The 2008 Toyota FJ uses SAE 5w-30 viscosity, fully synthetic motor oil in itS3.5 liter engine. The vehicle has an oil capacity of 6.2 US quarts. You can find this oil at any maSSRetail location. You can also...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety