The Toyota FJ Cruiser (FJC) is a retro-style compact SUV produced by Toyota.The FJ Cruiser is available in one trim with a choice of three drivetrains: a rear-wheel-drive version equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission, a part-time four-wheel-drive version with a five-speed automatic transmission, or a full-time four-wheel-drive version with a six-speed manual transmission. All versions are powered by a 239 hp 4.0-liter V-6 engine.

The FJ Cruiser seats up to five passengers. Safety features include Toyota’s STAR Safety System that includes vehicle stability control, traction control, and anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist. Dual-stage front airbags, side-curtain and front-seat side airbags are standard.

The 2009 FJ Cruiser adds driver and front passenger active headrests, roll-sensing curtain airbags, a stability control cut-off switch, front map light, and a driver-side vanity mirror as standard equipment.

The FJ Cruiser is powered by a DOHC 4.0-liter V6 engine that produces 239 horsepower and 278 lb.-ft. of peak torque. A Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) system ensures a broad torque curve for easy cruising on or off-road. The V6 offers a pleasing exhaust note, while special sound-absorbing material under the engine cover helps keep the cabin quiet.

The FJ Cruiser meets the stringent LEV II/Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions certification.

Ride & Braking Standard Features

• Four-wheel ABS

• 3.720:1 axle ratio

• Brake assist system

• Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs

• Electronic brake distribution

• Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management

• Immobilizer

• Stability control

Exterior & Aerodynamics Standard Features

• Black front and rear bumpers

• Driver and passenger externally adjustable partial-painted door mirrors

• External dimensions: overall length (inches): 183.9, overall width (inches): 74.6, overall

• Height (inches): 71.3, ground clearance (inches): 8.7, wheelbase (inches): 105.9, front track (inches): 63.2, rear track (inches): 63.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 41.8

• Luxury trim alloy look on dashboard

• Hinge rear window with defogger

• Underbody protection for fuel tank and for engine

• Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (lbs) 5,330, curb weight (lbs) 4,050, gross trailer,        weight braked (lbs) 5,000 and max payload (lbs) 1,28

Interior Standard Features

• Fixed mast antenna

• Automatic drive indicator on dashboard

• Cargo area light

• Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant

• sensors and multi-stage deployment

• Bucket driver seat with height adjustment and tilt adjustment, bucket passenger seat

• Headlight control with time delay switch-off and auto off with ignition

• Illuminated entry system

• Internal dimensions:

front headroom (inches): 41.3, rear headroom (inches): 40.3, front hip room (inches): 55.4, rear hip room (inches): 51.0, front leg room (inches): 41.9, rear leg room (inches): 31.3, front shoulder room (inches): 58.4 and rear shoulder room (inches):53.9

• Low tire pressure indicator

• Front power windows with one one-touch

• Three asymmetrical split bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments

• Service interval indicator

• Front side airbag with occupant sensors

• Tachometer

• Ventilation system with micro filter