Toyota’s Land Cruiser range grew in 2026 with the arrival of the Land Cruiser FJ, a compact, body-on-frame off-roader that sits below the larger Land Cruiser 250. The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ is already on sale in several global markets, giving buyers a smaller and more attainable route into the Land Cruiser family. This guide separates what Toyota has confirmed about the FJ from what remains reported or expected — including the open question of whether it will ever reach the United States.
What Is the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ?
The Land Cruiser FJ is a retro-styled compact SUV built under Toyota’s Land Cruiser sub-brand. According to Wikipedia’s overview of the model, the FJ carries the internal model code J240 and has been in production since February 2026, assembled in Thailand at Toyota Motor Thailand’s Ban Pho plant. Its design revives the boxy silhouette first previewed on the Compact Cruiser EV concept, with short overhangs, a square cabin and a rear-mounted spare tire.
The defining trait is size. Toyota states that the FJ’s wheelbase is 270 mm (roughly 10.6 inches) shorter than the 250-series Land Cruiser, and that a 5.5-meter minimum turning radius makes it unusually nimble for a body-on-frame truck. That positions it as the smallest and most affordable member of the Land Cruiser line rather than a cheaper copy of the full-size models.
Confirmed 2027 Land Cruiser FJ Specs and Powertrain
Toyota’s published specification sheets confirm a single engine for the FJ: a 2.7-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder gasoline unit. In Thai-market GX and VX grades it produces 122 kW (about 164 horsepower) at 5,200 rpm and 245 Nm (about 181 lb-ft) of torque at 4,000 rpm, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and part-time four-wheel drive. Combined-cycle fuel consumption is quoted at 10.7 L/100 km with CO2 emissions of 256 g/km.
- 2.7-liter inline-four gasoline engine, 164 hp / 181 lb-ft
- Six-speed automatic with part-time 4WD
- Locking rear differential and Multi-Terrain Select
- Adaptive cruise control, downhill assist control and blind spot monitor
- 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels depending on grade
These figures come from Toyota’s own spec sheet, so they are confirmed rather than estimated. Notably, the FJ is not a hybrid — its engineering prioritizes simplicity and durability over electrified efficiency.
Platform and Off-Road Hardware
Toyota says the FJ is built on the IMV series platform, the same family of underpinnings used by the Toyota Hilux pickup, and that frame rigidity was increased compared with the 250-series Land Cruiser Prado. Because it shares that ladder frame with the Hilux and the closely related Fortuner, the FJ is a genuine body-on-frame truck rather than a crossover. Toyota also says the FJ passed the same reliability, durability and off-road testing as other Land Cruiser models.
Where the 2027 Land Cruiser FJ Is On Sale
| Market | Launch | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | March 2026 | Positioned below the Fortuner; 6AT and 4WD standard |
| South Africa | May 10, 2026 | GX and VX grades |
| Japan | May 14, 2026 | Single VX grade |
| Philippines | Mid-2026 | Retail sales began July 2026 from P2.235 million |
| Indonesia | July 29, 2026 | Launched at the GIIAS auto show |
These dates and market details come from Wikipedia’s market-by-market summary, which cites Toyota’s own launch announcements. The FJ is sold in Asia, Africa and other regions where the Hilux-based IMV platform is already established.
Is the 2027 Land Cruiser FJ Coming to the US?
Toyota has not announced the Land Cruiser FJ for the United States, and it does not appear in the company’s US lineup. For 2027, the American Land Cruiser offering remains the 250-series Toyota Land Cruiser, which starts at $58,080 and pairs a 2.4-liter i-FORCE MAX hybrid with full-time four-wheel drive and 326 net combined horsepower. Any suggestion that the compact FJ will be sold in America is speculation at this stage, not a confirmed plan.
2027 Land Cruiser FJ Price
Prices are published only in the markets where the FJ is actually sold. In Thailand it launched at 1,269,000 baht, while Philippine retail sales began from 2.235 million pesos. Toyota has not issued a US price because it has not confirmed US availability. Shoppers who want the full-size experience today should compare the compact FJ against the US-market Land Cruiser covered in our Land Cruiser 300 release date and price guide and our Land Cruiser redesign review.
How the FJ Compares With Other Land Cruisers
The Land Cruiser nameplate now spans several distinct vehicles: the compact FJ (J240), the mid-size 250 series sold in the US as the Land Cruiser, and the full-size 300 series. The FJ is the smallest and least expensive, with the simplest powertrain. It trades hybrid power and luxury features for light weight, a short wheelbase and a lower price. For buyers who want a compact off-roader, that is a coherent package; fans of the Prado’s more comfortable character can look at our Land Cruiser Prado review and release for context on where the FJ sits in the family.
Our take
The FJ is the most interesting Land Cruiser in years for people who value capability over size. A 2.7-liter four and a short wheelbase should make it a genuine rival to a two-door Ford Bronco or Jeep Wrangler — at a much lower price — and its Hilux-based mechanicals suggest it will be tough. The frustration is that Toyota will not confirm US plans, so American shoppers are stuck reading about it. Until the company says otherwise, treat every US launch rumor as exactly that.
FAQ
Is the 2027 Land Cruiser FJ sold in the United States?
No. Toyota has not announced the FJ for the US market. American buyers can currently get the 250-series Land Cruiser, not the compact FJ.
What engine does the Land Cruiser FJ use?
A 2.7-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine making about 164 horsepower and 181 lb-ft, paired with a six-speed automatic and part-time four-wheel drive.
Is the Land Cruiser FJ a real Land Cruiser or a rebadged Hilux?
It uses the IMV platform shared with the Hilux and Fortuner, but Toyota says the FJ passed the same durability and off-road testing as other Land Cruiser models.
How much does the 2027 Land Cruiser FJ cost?
Pricing is published only in markets where it is sold: it launched at 1,269,000 baht in Thailand and from 2.235 million pesos in the Philippines. No US price exists yet.
