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2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Toyota's rugged and offroad-capable FJ Cruiser receives a few updates for 2010, including a more powerful V6 engine and minor revisions to the suspension, which reduces the FJ Cruiser's turning radius by more than a foot. In addition, the FJ Cruiser comes in a new Army Green exterior color for 2010.
Now in its fourth year of production, the compact, outdoor-oriented FJ Cruiser borrows its platform from the 4Runner and some styling cues from the classic Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser of the 1960s. Some of those retro-styling cues include the FJ Cruiser's tall "greenhouse" cabin, white roof, wraparound rear windows, silver-painted mirrors, and square grille framed by round headlights. Two full front doors as well as two reverse-hinged side doors and a rear hatch provide access to the interior, which seats four passengers in two rows.
The FJ Cruiser comes in three trims for 2010, including the Base rear-wheel-drive trim and two 4WD trims, differentiated by their transmissions. An upgraded 4.0-liter V6 powerplant drives all three trims. The V6 now features variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i), which boosts horsepower to 260, up from 239 hp for the previous year. Fuel mileage also improves, from 16/19 mpg for the previous year to 17/22 for the Base rear-wheel-drive FJ Cruiser, which comes equipped with a five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. The 4WD trims post fuel economy numbers of 17/21 and 15/19 mpg, when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and a five-speed automatic transmission, respectively.
Owners can choose from both part-time and full-time 4WD systems. The FJ Cruiser trim with part-time 4WD comes equipped with the automatic transmission, while in the full-time 4WD trim, the V6 engine mates to the manual transmission. Both the part- and full-time 4WD systems default to a 50/50 torque split, but can deliver as much as a 40/60 torque split between the front and rear wheels when conditions require it. Both 4WD trims deliver superior off-road performance, thanks to low-range gearing, 9.6 inches of ground clearance, and standard skid plates. In addition, both come equipped with a limited-slip rear differential, as does the Base rear-wheel-drive trim.
The FJ Cruiser rides on a firm suspension, which minimizes most of the roughness of off-road surfaces and keeps passengers comfortable around town. Its short wheelbase results in good overall handling and maneuverability, although some owners find fault with the FJ Cruiser's steering, which they say is too light and unresponsive. Tire and engine noise are minimal in the cabin, although at higher speeds wind noise can start to intrude.
The rugged, offroad theme continues in the somewhat spartan cabin, which provides plenty of headroom for taller passengers, as well as water-resistant seat fabric and washable flooring. The comfortable front seats do not slide forward, which can make it difficult for some adults to climb into the back seats, despite the wide-opening, reverse-hinged side-access doors. The rear seats split 60/40 and fold, and are removable to expand cargo space. The rear cargo bay offers 27.9 cubic feet of storage space with the rear seats in place and expands to 67 cubic feet with the rear seats removed. The tailgate opens to the side, separately from the rear window, allowing access to the cargo area.
Interior features include a tilt steering wheel with silver trim, air conditioning, analog instrument gauges, and power windows and door locks. For entertainment, the FJ Cruiser includes a six-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and an MP3 input jack. Owners can add an optional eight-speaker system with a 6-CD changer or a nine-speaker system with a subwoofer. Toyota also offers a backup camera as an option, as well as available cruise control, remote keyless entry, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter.
The FJ Cruiser received a top safety rating of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for protecting passengers in the event of front or side impacts, but only three stars in rollover tests. The Star Safety System, which comes standard with the FJ Cruiser, includes stability control, traction control, and antilock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist. Dual front, front seat-mounted, and front- and second-row side-curtain airbags also come standard. The 2010 FJ Cruiser rides on 17-inch black steel wheels, which come standard, or optional 17-inch alloy wheels. Owners can also add optional 16-inch alloy wheels with all-terrain tires.
Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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by Sonja S
Jun 23, 2023
Great ride just over priced please lower the price Jun 23, 2023
by Cole D
Oct 14, 2022
It’s a bit basic, but if you want the confidence in your vehicle ability to go anywhere and do anything the FJ is the way to go. Oct 14, 2022
by John K
Aug 15, 2022
Excellent car, great shape, acceptable price for the mileage and condition.Aug 15, 2022
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by Sonja S
Jun 23, 2023
Great ride just over priced please lower the price Jun 23, 2023
by Cole D
Oct 14, 2022
It’s a bit basic, but if you want the confidence in your vehicle ability to go anywhere and do anything the FJ is the way to go. Oct 14, 2022
by John K
Aug 15, 2022
Excellent car, great shape, acceptable price for the mileage and condition.Aug 15, 2022
by Andre P
May 12, 2022
Roof racks, minor broken parts on the vehicle , colorMay 12, 2022
by Verly l
Dec 10, 2021
Naturally this car has a great value but they asked too much for it . I personally interested to purchasse it Dec 10, 2021
by Lark P
Nov 01, 2021
Super truck. So much fun! A stick is really phone on this 42fo Nov 01, 2021
by John V
Aug 24, 2021
Well I believe the 2010 FJ is the start of the better versions of the vehicle, with more options, up until 2014 it has a lot going for it, faster engine, more options & by now Toyota fixed the transmission shudder, that plagued the earlier models of 2007 thu 2009. 2010 was the turning point of producing a better FJ for the people! Too bad Toyota pulled it from the American market, maybe Toyota should start listening to us again & bring it back! Aug 24, 2021
by William S
Aug 07, 2021
Rust bucket...worth about 7000...its overhyped overrated and way overpriced Aug 07, 2021
by Lee C
Jul 19, 2021
I wouldn’t compare this FJ with any other model SUV the value comes from the longevity of the vehicle also only made from 2007 to 2014 other car is missing good gas mileage requires premium gas in today’s market??Jul 19, 2021
by Jerry C
Mar 31, 2021
The 2010 Toyota FJ, is one of the most reliable, best-built, and easily maintained utility vehicles ever made. Ignoring the questionable seat material quality, the rest of the vehicle was made specifically for folks with active lifestyles who want a trouble-free vehicle that can get them from one adventure to another with confidence.Mar 31, 2021
by Anonymous
Oct 12, 2020
What is there to say. This is a jeep, but if it were actually reliable. Toyota knew what they were doing here.Oct 12, 2020
by Brandon H
Sep 20, 2020
Its the only toyota for me. Benn wanting one for a whileSep 20, 2020
by Mac G
Sep 03, 2020
Excellent car, and I really like this car it looks Great Sep 03, 2020
by Jeff W
Aug 27, 2020
Great vehicle! It can go from highway to no roads, and anywhere in between. Cant beat the quality of a Toyota!Aug 27, 2020
by Anonymous
Jan 06, 2015
I love my FJ cruiser! It took us all over country with out a complaint. Makes my photography job way more enjoyable. I get 20-21 mpg on my 2007 FJ with 34" tires, so thats not bad at all. I love the rear doors to just quickly grab my camera bag and go. Even with a kid not its not bad.Jan 06, 2015
by Anonymous
Jun 13, 2014
It is used as transportation when not on Harley. It is also used extensively in my rural environment when nothing else can get through the mud and water. I have pulled bigger trucks out of the mud with little effort due to its low gearing, locking rear differential and 4 wheel traction control. It is more complicated to maintain,without the aftermarket options available for the Jeep. It's comfort on road and exceptional muddy off road capability.Jun 13, 2014
by Anonymous
Feb 09, 2012
The fuel tank is not big enough, it took a little getting use to the big mirrors on the doors because they sometimes leave a blind spot on the drivers side at intersections, and i hate the traction control, you can thank the government for that one. Feb 09, 2012
by Hâdï Ń
Jul 19, 2011
this car is the newest i got, it has great performance and is good for off-roading, trips for the family. but the speed isn't great, it only got a speed of 180, which is not that fast, but the car is greatJul 19, 2011
by Alejandro F
Jun 04, 2010
great deal it a fun car to drive an to own. The price is reasonable for the amount of features offered in the truck. It those use a lot of gas compared to my other vehicles and great engine power.
Jun 04, 2010
by Will L
Jun 02, 2010
i love how it drive i would reccomen this to anyone , it is very well built , not too many plastic , whitch is a plus . and for a suv , it has quite the kick , i put in a supercharger in it.Jun 02, 2010
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I have an issue with the middle instrument on top of the dash. It normally is the readout for outdoor temperature. It still had that information but below the word "outdoor" is flashing "compass". I don't know how to get rid of it. The dealer charged me $100 to remove it .
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2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Pricing
Original MSRP
$24,180 to $25,360Price range
$18,134 to $19,869Average price on CG
$19,511YoY price change
$19,076 to $19,511Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
In-dash AM/FM CD/MP3 6-disc · Antenna Type: mast · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Dash trim: metallic · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Exhaust: performance
Exterior Features
Brush guard: for headlights · Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: metallic · Front bumper color: black · Mirror color: silver-painted · Mudguards: rear · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Skid plate(s): front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Cover: hard shell · Mount Location: outside · Size: full-size
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 31 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
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: rear
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 6
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Privacy glass: rear
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
In-dash AM/FM CD/MP3 6-disc · Antenna Type: mast · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Dash trim: metallic · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.91 · Limited slip differential: rear · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: manual hi-lo gear selection
Engine
Exhaust: performance
Exterior Features
Brush guard: for headlights · Bumper color: black · Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Mirror color: black · Mudguards: rear · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Skid plate(s): front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Cover: hard shell · Mount Location: outside · Size: full-size
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
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: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Shock type: performance
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: rear
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 6
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Privacy glass: rear