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Toyota Land Cruiser FJ is expected to go on sale next year in India and it will be slotted below the Fortuner
Set to rely on Toyota’s IMV 0 ladder-frame platform, also employed by the Hilux Champ overseas, the Land Cruiser FJ will become the newest addition to the brand’s global off-road portfolio upon arrival. Rather than topping the lineup, it will sit at the lower end of Toyota’s rugged SUV hierarchy. Reports indicate that mass production will kick off worldwide in the second quarter of next year.
Patent sketches have revealed how the Land Cruiser FJ is shaping up for series production with styling that closely mirrors the previews shown earlier. The upright nose, chunky arches and slab-like roofline dominate the proportions. Positioned as a step beneath the Fortuner in Toyota’s SUV stable, the upcoming FJ leans heavily on retro-inspired touches drawn from its classic predecessors.
Speculation points to Toyota offering a wide engine spread – kicking off with a 1.5-litre diesel at the entry level. Higher up the range, the well-known 2.8-litre GD mild-hybrid diesel, complete with a 48V setup already used in other ladder-frame models, is tipped to make an appearance. Adding to its off-road intent, the Land Cruiser FJ is also expected to feature a permanent four-wheel-drive system.
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Leaked patent visuals hint at a rugged setup with boxy lighting elements – squared headlamps paired with C-shaped DRLs up front, and block-like tail lamps framed by chunky cladding at the back. Vertical panels give the SUV a tough stance while under the hood Toyota is preparing multiple engine choices adhering to the needs of different regions.
For the Land Cruiser FJ, Toyota is said to be weighing petrol-powered choices as well with talk pointing towards 2.0-litre and 2.7-litre four-cylinder units. While no confirmation has surfaced regarding a pure EV version, speculation persists that the platform could eventually support a battery-only setup further down the line.
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Toyota is likely to equip the Land Cruiser FJ with a Torsen limited-slip differential, supported by selectable terrain modes aimed at boosting traction across challenging surfaces. While the company has not officially confirmed an Indian launch, the strong demand for its higher-end SUVs leaves the door open for this new model to eventually make its way here.
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