Toyota UAE has added the all-new Land Cruiser FJ to its local model range, with the compact off-roader listed from AED 157,500. The arrival gives UAE buyers a new entry point into the Land Cruiser family, combining a more compact footprint with body-on-frame construction and traditional off-road hardware.
The Land Cruiser FJ is positioned below the larger Land Cruiser 250 and Land Cruiser 300 models. It revives the FJ name for a five-seat, two-row SUV aimed at drivers who want a more manageable vehicle for city use without moving away from the Land Cruiser formula.
What the UAE-spec Land Cruiser FJ offers
Toyota UAE lists the Land Cruiser FJ with a 2.7-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, a six-speed automatic transmission and part-time four-wheel drive. The listed specification also includes a rear differential lock and Downhill Assist Control, two important features for controlled driving on loose or steep terrain.
- 2.7-litre four-cylinder petrol engine
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Part-time 4x4 system
- Rear differential lock
- Downhill Assist Control
- 17-inch dark grey metallic alloy wheels
- 12.3-inch display audio system with wireless Apple CarPlay
- 7-inch multi-information display
The FJ's square body, upright glasshouse, roof rails and rear-mounted spare wheel deliberately reference earlier Land Cruiser models. Toyota has also designed the vehicle around a traditional ladder-frame chassis, rather than a unibody platform, keeping it aligned with the durable, off-road-focused character that remains especially relevant to UAE buyers.
Why this matters for UAE buyers
The UAE market has long had a strong appetite for capable SUVs that can handle daily commuting, weekend desert trips and long-distance travel. The Land Cruiser FJ creates another option for buyers who find a full-size Land Cruiser too large or expensive, but still want a genuine four-wheel-drive vehicle from Toyota's established off-road range.
Its part-time 4x4 system and mechanical rear differential lock should appeal to owners planning regular sand driving, although drivers should still use the correct tyre pressures, recovery equipment and convoy procedures before heading into the desert.
For many customers, the key distinction is that the FJ is not positioned as a luxury SUV first. It is a smaller, more practical Land Cruiser-shaped off-roader with modern infotainment and driver-assistance equipment, while retaining familiar mechanical features for rough terrain.
Global Land Cruiser FJ background
Toyota introduced the FJ as a new member of the wider Land Cruiser family after its global debut in 2025. The company describes it as a compact model developed to preserve the reliability, durability and off-road ability associated with the badge while making the vehicle easier to manoeuvre.
UAE buyers should check the final dealer quotation, selected grade, optional accessories, finance terms and delivery timing before ordering, as equipment and pricing can vary by specification and may change over time.