2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser consumer reviews

I first purchased a 2007 FJ about 3 years ago, and have since purchased a 2013 Trail Teams edition. There really aren't many notable differences between the two. The 2013 added an additional feature to its four wheel drive system. This new feature enables the speed to be controlled while in four wheel drive. The speed is set, and the car takes over, leaving you to only worry about steering the vehicle through obstacles. My 2007 now has 86,000 miles, and has yet to give me any mechanical problems. In that time, I've added a 3" lift, recovery bumper, winch, and some other items. I also went up 2 tire sizes from the stock 32" tire. I've had a chance to really compare a new FJ to a used FJ, and can say that it handles and drives nearly identical to the new one. The new FJ does get better mileage, thanks to the VVTI engine. Horsepower is up modestly to 265, and 271 foot pounds of torque. The gears are well thought out, and the vehicle has no problems running 80 miles per hour or higher (neither of them). Off road, they are very comparable to the Hummer H3 or Jeep Wrangler. If you use the four wheel drive for other than icy days and what not, make sure the vehicle is equipped with the rear differential lock and ATRAK. You will be disappointed if you don't. Keep in mind, this vehicle isn't for everyone. There aren't the multitude of creature comforts that are offered in other vehicles. There is not leather, no heated seats, etc. There is also much less to break. All in all, this is a great vehicle. Its is comfortable, dependable, and has great resale value. If you are considering one, just go test drive it. The FJ will sell itself if you like it.

I needed a heavy duty vehicle to work in the oil fields and this was the right car for the job. The suspension is stiffer than my previous vehicles but they were not 4-wheel drive. I expect to put 150,000 miles on this vehicle in the next 5 years and I believe a Toyata can do it well. Part of my decision to acquire this vehicle is the reputation the manufacturer has and the car was built in Japan. It is early on in my experience with the vehicle but I am happy. Only wish the mileage was better.

This SUV is incredible. Excellent performance on snow, dirt, gravel, sand and your every day commutes to work. I bought the 2013 Trail Teams edition, I couldnt have made a better choice than this.

Call it a mid-life crisis car. It is a rugged and reliable vehicle. And a lot less coslty than a red corvette. Serious off road capability in the Trail Teams editions. Mono-color, blacked out trim and TRD wheels give the Team Trails edition a really cool and rugged appearance. THis vehicle could proabably crawl over a house! Parking assist and the JBL stereo are not standard on the Team Trails edition - a little disappointing. Interior is spartan but functional. Ride is not bad for a vehicle with the off road pedigree this one comes with. Seem to be getting about 20 MPG highway in the first 500 miles. Tank is on the small side so teh range looks like it will be right around 300 miles.