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 Ralph C
Lifted 2009 Toyota Cruiser
It still runs like new and it has 150,000 miles on it. I does excellent off road and in snow also. Great utility vehicle for towing camping etc... Gas mileage is only about 17 MPG but hey, it's a FWD truck. The roof rack is very handy for camping gear etc.
accountCircle Vanessa G
If you have eye problems or see badly, the back has a few blind spots.
I have loved my fj cruiser since the second I test drove it! It is design is extremely unique and everyone always compliments it. My fj has never had any problems besides my battery (5 years old) died and I had to replace it, but that is normal for most cars. My fj is black and has an adorable pin stripe down the side. I also have a roof rack that is so helpful when I go camping! The tuck is huge and I moved myself to college and fit everything in my car! All in all, I cannot say a bad thing about the fj cruiser!
accountCircle Jill Z
Over 300,000 miles and going strong
Over 300k miles. Never any major issues. Would definitely buy it again. Other than changing the oil, replacing the brakes, replacing tires, never any issues. Now, the volume button on the stereo doesn't work all the time, but I can use the one on the steering wheel. The only negative is that the back upper quarter panels create blind spots.
accountCircle Christina E
The one most important thing others should know about my car is that it's a fun, safe, practical car with an amazing sound system.
It is a fun vehicle to drive with a cool color. It's easy to find it in a parking lot. It's useful for home improvement trips as well as transporting my two large dogs. My only complaints are bad blind spots and it uses expensive gas.

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 MPG 5 Seats
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4WD 4dr Man
239 HP 16 MPG 5 Seats
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4WD 4dr Auto
239 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owner Reviews

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accountCircle Christina E on February 19, 2021
The one most important thing others should know about my car is that it's a fun, safe, practical car with an amazing sound system.
It is a fun vehicle to drive with a cool color. It's easy to find it in a parking lot. It's useful for home improvement trips as well as transporting my two large dogs. My only complaints are bad blind spots and it uses expensive gas.
accountCircle Vanessa G on August 18, 2020
If you have eye problems or see badly, the back has a few blind spots.
I have loved my fj cruiser since the second I test drove it! It is design is extremely unique and everyone always compliments it. My fj has never had any problems besides my battery (5 years old) died and I had to replace it, but that is normal for most cars. My fj is black and has an adorable pin stripe down the side. I also have a roof rack that is so helpful when I go camping! The tuck is huge and I moved myself to college and fit everything in my car! All in all, I cannot say a bad thing about the fj cruiser!

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Max E.

The Toyota FJ Cruiser is. A fun looking car that also drives equally well. It is great in the snow, rain, sleet, and all other various weather conditions that may arise wherever you live. I highly recommend this wonderful car to own for your personal use.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Max E.

There are only two doors so it is hard to get in and out of the backseat if you are traveling with multiple passengers. That is the only con to this car because otherwise it is great. Everyone should get this car it is great seriously go buy it.

Ranks #1 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has an average owner rating of 5.00 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 25 other Midsize SUVs.

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4.64

Ranks #7 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #7 of 25 other Midsize SUVs.

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety