2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$22,545 to $23,725

Original MSRP

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4.6

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For 2008, the Toyota FJ Cruiser crossover SUV got some new standard features, including curtain airbags for both rows of seats and an anti-theft system. Otherwise, the FJ Cruiser has 3 trims and retains its 4.0-liter, 239-hp V6 powertrain. You'll have your pick between a five-speed automatic and a six-speed manual transmission.

Gas mileage averages out to 16 mpg in the city and 19 on the highway. Maximum towing capacity comes out to 5,000 lbs. With 4 doors and room for 5 passengers, the FJ Cruiser should have the capacity to handle a small family.

Overall, drivers like the FJ Cruiser's solid powertrain and retro styling. On the other hand, its towing capacity doesn't top the charts, and the unique style may turn some drivers off. In any event, 2008 marks another year of steady progress for an interesting new foreign crossover SUV.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Joe K
Nov 29, 2024
Bullet proof off roader, an suv you can trust at extreme hush weather and roads…Nov 29, 2024
by Lazaro F
Oct 28, 2024
This is another exceptional car made by Toyota. The vehicle is very durable and can run up to 500k if properly maintained. I had one back in 2010 and couldnt resist buy one again. Oct 28, 2024
by Eric O
Aug 12, 2024
Great truck, a great features, and look like a fun outdoor vehicle Aug 12, 2024

2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Pricing

Original MSRP
$22,545 to $23,725
Price range
$14,976 to $16,196
Average price on CG
$14,976
YoY price change
$15,258 to $14,976

Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: metallic · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.72 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Exhaust: performance

Exterior Features

Brush guard: for headlights · Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Front bumper color: black · Mirror color: silver-painted · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Skid plate(s): front

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Cover: soft cover · Mount Location: outside · Size: full-size

Steering

Steering ratio: 17 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 45.7 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Shock type: performance

Tires

Type: all terrain

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Privacy glass: rear

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: metallic · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: seatback

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.91 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: manual hi-lo gear selection

Engine

Exhaust: performance

Exterior Features

Brush guard: for headlights · Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Front bumper color: black · Mirror color: silver-painted · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Skid plate(s): front

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Cover: soft cover · Mount Location: outside · Size: full-size

Steering

Steering ratio: 17 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 29 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 17 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Shock type: performance

Tires

Type: all terrain

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Privacy glass: rear

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