Toyota officially announced today that the FJ Land Cruiser is making its long-awaited comeback, with a launch planned for Japan in 2026. The revival reinforces Toyota’s deep connection to its Land Cruiser roots and expands the lineup to four different models — the Land Cruiser 70 Series, 250, 300, and now the all-new FJ.
With the FJ joining the lineup, Toyota’s giving customers more choices in size, price, and personality, making it easier than ever to find a Land Cruiser that fits your lifestyle (and maybe your garage).
A Return to Land Cruiser Simplicity
Toyota says the new FJ delivers “freedom and joy that comes from enjoying the Land Cruiser your own way.” In other words, they’re trying to capture that old-school Land Cruiser spirit — tough, capable, and ready to explore — but in a smaller, more approachable package.
While downsized, Toyota insists the FJ is every bit as capable off-road, with extensive testing to make sure it lives up to the Land Cruiser badge.
Design and First Impressions
At first glance, the new FJ has that unmistakable Land Cruiser stance — big shoulders, squared-off styling, and rugged lines that make it look tougher than its footprint suggests. The interior follows Toyota’s recent design direction: clean, functional, and modern with plenty of tech and safety features.
The shorter wheelbase should make it nimble on tight off-road trails — a nice throwback to the classic FJ40 days when the Land Cruiser wasn’t afraid to squeeze through the rough stuff.
Under the Hood
Powering the new FJ is Toyota’s 2TR-FE 2.7-liter gasoline engine, paired with a six-speed Super ECT automatic transmission and a part-time 4WD system. The setup produces around 295 horse power / 220 kw of power and 181 lb-ft 246 Nm of torque — not wild numbers, but plenty for a smaller, lighter rig aimed at real-world off-road fun.
Final Thoughts
Toyota plans to launch the new Land Cruiser FJ in Japan by mid-2026, and we wouldn’t be surprised to see it show up in other markets shortly after.
So, what do you think?
Are you pumped about a smaller, garage-friendly Land Cruiser that could rival the Bronco Sport and Defender 90 — or does the return of the FJ feel a little too tame for your taste?
Let us know what you think below, and keep it locked here at All Terrain Nation for more on Toyota’s latest off-road revival
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