Toyota Unveils the Land Cruiser FJ: A Compact Adventurer Not Coming to the US

Toyota has introduced the new Land Cruiser FJ ahead of this year’s Japan Mobility Show, presenting a compact off-roader that sits below the LC 250 in length. At roughly 11 inches shorter than its bigger sibling, the FJ targets affordability and agility, though it won’t be offered in the United States.

Sharing a platform with the Hilux Champ (not sold in the U.S.), the FJ measures 180.1 inches long, 73.0 inches tall, and 77.2 inches wide, with a 101.6-inch wheelbase. Under the hood sits a 2.7-liter inline four producing 161 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, routed through a part-time four-wheel-drive system and a six-speed transmission.

There are no plans for the U.S. or European markets, according to Masaya Uchiyama, the chief engineer, who told Automotive News there are no plans for those regions.

In keeping with the Hilux Champ, the FJ is designed for customization, featuring MOLLE panels for accessory mounting. Photos show a snorkel and removable front and rear corner bumpers that allow the damaged sections to be replaced individually, boosting repairability.

The FJ preserves a boxy silhouette that nods to the broader Land Cruiser family, with round headlights, rugged cladding, and a rear-mounted spare tire. Inside, it presents a familiar Toyota-like cabin with a large gear selector and a landscape-oriented display on the bulky dash.

Toyota is also developing the Land Hopper, an electric off-road concept intended to push beyond the FJ's trail reach. No release date has been announced.

Concrete details beyond the basic specs are sparse. Toyota plans to launch the FJ in Japan in mid-2026, and it will debut publicly at the Japan Mobility Show later this month.