Why the FJ Cruiser was ACTUALLY Discontinued - The Real Reasons Why

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks everyone for watching! As an additional note, during the Obama administration, CAFE standards for emissions were set in place where manufacturers had to reach a certain criteria of fuel economy among their vehicles. By cutting the FJ, Toyota didn't have to spend time and money into R&D of the FJ to comply and was a quicker way of reaching compliance with CAFE standards. Also, the lack of advertising for the FJ was probably a contributing factor to the poor sales.

[@Gadget0343]

You should contact me. I will tell you a story as to a reason why the FJ was discontinued in North America. It will drop your jaw.

[@MyCrippledWings]

@@rightlanehog3151 if it's an American gas guzzler, it stays. But if it's competition that RAPES it in sales, they will come up with anything they can, to hinder that particular vehicle that is outselling them or proving to be the better purchase. Always never understood why diesel variants of Toyotas, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi etc aren't allowed here (cuz of "emissions" laws) but...ours that are no better, stay. Just...wtf?

[@rybuds47]

Thanks Obama...

[@ortomax99]

2023 was the last year of production, I have a final edition in 2023, almost the last one left, I'll keep it forever hahaha thanks for you videos

[@ZEROmg13]

i have a 2011 arctic white thats been meticulously maintained and undercoated every year. it has about 137,000km and limited mods. i'll let it go for $150,000us................ahhhhhhhhhh just kidding, i'll never sell it.

[@michaelsheedy9354]

Owned three, 07, 12 and now I have a 2014 TTUE. Bought it as a retirement present to myself. Less than 15,000 miles only used for Hunting and Fishing trips.

[@liottastudiosllcFineArt]

I bought my 2014 FJ in December of that year. And I love it. The funny thing is, I have never taken it off road, as I have no interest in that sort of thing. I bought it because I just thought it looked sooooo cool…!!! And it’s proven to be a great vehicle.

[@joedell71]

Don’t feel bad. I got my 2014 a year and a half ago. It came out of Texas so its never seen snow. I’m in upstate NY and I don’t even drive it in the snow. I have a “winter car “ for that 😄 I wanted one for years and was finally able to get one. I want to keep it as nice as possible.

[@_313BADR]

Same! I used it as a commuter car (suv) since I bought it but for the past few months and going forward, I've driven it less due to getting a WFH job. Did a few mods to it but I'm never selling it.

[@joedell71]

@@_313BADR I’m waiting until i pay the note on mine to start modding it. Once i do though i want to do lots of things. New winch bumper in front and steel bumper in back. New rack for the top and a light bar.Bilstein 5100 shocks and upgraded suspension components. Upgraded touch screen sound system. Also I’d love to add a supercharger to it as well.

[@CP-kb1du]

@@joedell71 Drive the thing in the snow it won't melt it is not a Jeep

[@ladlahiien]

@@joedell71 sell me your FJ

[@qkhalili]

The FJ is sold in all Arabian Gulf Countries not only UAE and its very popular. On the other hand, we do not have any of the Tundra, Tacoma or the 4Runner! I have a brand new FJ 2021 and I love it :) Great video , as usual, and I really wish a new FJ would come out soon.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Hello, May I ask why you chose the FJ over the Prado? I regularly review the offerings on KZbin channels from the Gulf countries and I envy your access to the Prado especially the 2 door.

[@qkhalili]

@@rightlanehog3151 Hi, I was not looking for a family 4WD. The FJ is medium with 4 doors that looks like a 2 door! Its has big storage in the back. Mainly, the 4wd system like the rear diff lock, the A-Trac and crawl were my attraction.

[@kalinandonov2799]

Thanks, man! Unfortunately, it looks like 2022 will be the final year for the FJ worldwide. Enjoy your car as much as possible, you bought something unique!

[@daveclelland1188]

@@kalinandonov2799 wrong

[@kalinandonov2799]

@@daveclelland1188 nope.

[@p9r4ex8dyk]

I don't usually miss cars, but I definitely miss this one.

[@scargo6954]

I have been eyeing an FJ for years, I didn't know that they had ceased production until this weekend. The Car dealer told me as I was signing papers to buy my very own FJ. Every single one I see on the road today looks like they are showroom ready. And a 2014 looks like it should be a 2020, that is how awesome these were made. And that classic vintage styling....WOW!. I inherited my Moms 2010 Toyota Corolla last year. She had it since 2012 and it never went it for anything other than regular maintenance. I knew if I gave up my moms Toyota, it was only going to be for another Toyota. FJ all the way!

[@facefactss]

In hindsight it’s a good thing they stopped selling it. At least for those that got their hands on one and plan on keeping them long term. Another good thing is that they never changed the look, only improved features. That creates the classic FJ identify we all know and love.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Good points, thanks for commenting!

[@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193]

Always liked the FJ the only downside for me anyway is the colors. But my next vehicle will be an FJ.

[@markmitzlaff8672]

I really enjoy the sandstorm color on my 10 TT

[@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193]

@@markmitzlaff8672 it the blues, yellow ones that i don't like.

[@joedell71]

Wow just found this channel. Very cool. Ive got a 2014 FJ 4x4 auto trans and I LOVE IT. Subbed to the channel

[@fretless05]

I think modern technology could make this truck a killer in the US market. Put in a modern motor to bump up MPGs as well as HP and torque, and you'd have all you need. Add in blindspot monitoring and a modern head unit with a good screen for video (forward as well as reverse) and just about ALL the weaknesses of the old design would be overcome; you'd once again have a vehicle that people would clamor for if the price was reasonable. I think the demand for Ford's Bronco release supports that argument. It, too is a brick on wheels that includes a lot of technology to make it a decent daily driver while still boasting serious off-road chops.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I like those ideas!

[@Chicanoverland]

This is such a much better feel good story than what you’re gonna find on Lifetime or the Hallmark channel. 🥲Merry Christmas fellow FJ owners!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@snoozeflu]

Great video. The only way I will get rid of my FJ is if I crash it or it gets stolen. That said, I think there is another reason not in this video. Can't remember where I read it but during the time of the FJ's production, car crash (specifically rollover) safety standards in the USA changed. The FJ, having no pillar between the front and rear doors became unable to meet those new standards. In the event of a rollover, if the FJ ends up on its roof, it is structurally very weak without a pillar there. Toyota would have had to redesign the whole body with a pillar there in order to bring it up to current safety rollover standards. With such low sales numbers, they didn't want to invest that amount of R & D. Anyway, I enjoy your content on this channel. Keep it up!

[@peterhoughton1731]

Yet you can buy a sports car with a canvas roof. It doesn't make sense.

[@fredcarrasco2494]

Always nice when you upload. love it

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks for watching so soon after release! It is appreciated!

[@ricksa2786]

You're a legend in the FJ world.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

@@ricksa2786 you're too kind 😂

[@jim4235]

I've got a 2007 FJ and I love it because it's utilitarian, no carpet anywhere, it goes anywhere and it's been everywhere.

[@mikeadamski4958]

You might be the best KZbin content creator I follow. Thanks for being so psyched on FJs and for sharing/documenting the love.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks a million! I just love FJs and hope I can help others as well!

[@dalemacdonald201]

They would have sold a lot more if there had been a diesel variant.

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

Nope, if you drive a boring old prado or hilux with the tired tractor engine for a week, and then drive a petrol fj, youd realise, the petrol just makes sense, its more refined, reliable, bulletproof and it just leaves the diesel in the dust on not only acceleration but balance. It would be like putting a dirty 2.5l diesel into a lambo.... sure it makes sense to those who want a dirty engine thats rough, sounds awful and has no guts. But its just not designed for what the car is best for. Toyota paired the V6 200kw+ motor perfectly with the FJ, and its because of the idiots out there that refused to abandon Diesels, that it was killed off. Even in the prado now. No petrol performerb because knucle draggers need the dirty massey fergie engine.

[@andrecruiser885]

2021 models still for sale in South Africa we love them here.

[@ricksa2786]

My Toyota parts guy told me a few years ago that the FJ had fallen out of CARB compliance so Toyota decided to drop the FJ and invest in 4runner sales. So sales numbers had lots to due with it.

[@Nuthing_but_the_Truth]

How can the FJ fall out of CARB compliance when it shares the same engine and drivetrain with the 4Runner?

[@jeremyncrm2012]

@@Nuthing_but_the_Truth aerodynamics, weight, gearing, lots of things affect it’s fuel efficiency.

[@aelomari1]

very nice Hayden! super detialed video to attempt answering this question! - Ali

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks Ali!!

[@frcon200340]

Love my 08 fjcruiser. I offroad it hard against jeeps, it never has let me down. ( my fj is slightly modified). I hope Toyota brings back a modern version of the fj40 body style. Owning a 75 fj40, I would run out and immediately purchase a new fj40. It would be nice to have a new fj40 outshine a rubicon, like the old fj40 outperformed the older jeeps (cj5,cj7 etc,)

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yeah The FJ Company does not only restorations of classic land cruisers but also sort of resto-mod builds that are really cool! More modern dash boards and headlights and an FJ Cruiser engine but in a classic FJ40 body, pretty neat!

[@Ali_AlYami]

One of the most powerful cars I owned. I own the 2008 FJ and it still has more power A car worth paying for

[@ginielvillacote2372]

Its crazy that toyota still sells this in the middle east and the philippines brand new, maybe in 15 years it will get an overhaul like the new Sequioa, and we may have a reason to buy one if it had better fuel economy.

[@joesprague1464]

Still strange,fj is stand alone offroader.The Previa van was an excellent vehicle also discontinued for unknown reasons.

[@gnarlygt420z]

2012 owner here, sandstorm color Only owner, had 5.5km on it day one Now at 346974km still runs like a dream, best vehicle I’ve ever owned

[@kuwaitl]

still . It is being released in the Middle East with 2022 models zero km And a strong desire to buy it

[@lr95discov8]

If they had released the FJ with a Diesel engine option they would still be selling them in Australia/ NZ.

[@cenccenc946]

If you look at the diesel hilux motor from similar years, it looks like Toyota did leave that option open as they appear to be an almost perfect drop in without major modification. there is even a company in the states that does that modification.

[@mikee5076]

Diesel toys in texas has done a a FJ with the 4d diesel engine..

[@SG-js2qn]

Taking this explanation into account, it would be a bad idea for Toyota to release a new FJ now. Maybe they can take styling cues from the FJ and transfer them to the very plain looking Highlander and 4Runner.

[@hopefullyhelpful1]

You didn't mention that multiple years of the FJ's had tremendous frame rust problems but they were never recalled like the Tacoma's that had the same issues. Those issues with the Tacoma started with a class action lawsuit in the US by owners. Some FJ owners are trying to do the same but I think they could be finding it tough because it is no longer sold here.That may be another reason. The Tacoma frame rust issues cost them a pretty penny in the US.

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

This was only in the usa and only on the majority that were driven on salted roads. For example in Australia, and at the factory yard in Hanamura japan you could take the bullet train past the yard and see all of the chasis sitting in the weather, zero Rust... massive rust issues... anything will rust if you dont look after it.

[@hopefullyhelpful1]

@@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi Then explain the Tacoma recalls?

[@skiptheroad]

Once you understand that the CAFE regulations for vehicles classified as light trucks the North American market, which the FJ falls under, are based on the area of the wheelbase, you will understand the main deciding factor for its discontinuation. CAFE regulations killed the small pickup truck as well. The regular cab short bed Tacoma was also discontinued in 2014 which was the lone hold out in the small pickup truck market in North America. They were both replaced with vehicles having a larger area footprint but have the same or worse fuel economy. This is consistent among all manufacturers selling in the North America market. It is also the reason for the demise of station wagons and sedans in the NA market as well. CAFE regulations, being based on the area of the vehicles footprint, incentivized manufacturers to design, produce, and sell larger vehicles because the more area a vehicle's tires encompass, the less fuel efficient it is required to be. Vehicles having a smaller footprint are required to be much more fuel efficient. This is why the regular cab short bed Tacoma was only offered with the 4 cylinder engine in its last years.

[@copperkettlepot]

This really nails it. In 2014, the FJ had 14" shorter wheel base than the 4Runner. And, of course, some byzantine regulation (enacted decades ago) might be just enough to force auto manufacturers to move in other directions. It also explains why there has been a general creep upward in size of all vehicles. Like CAFE, 1964's "Chicken Tax" is another ridiculously archaic truck import regulation that has no place in the 21st Century.

[@albertaltreche]

TOYOTA should not have discontinued it. I'm considering buying one here in P.R. TOYOTA should work on a modern design FJ Cruser. Customers who love off roading like me would definately buy it. There are about 7 or 8 used for sale here in P.R. TOYOTA, please! bring this off road vehicle back in the market.

[@radzillo]

I owned a 69 FJ40 Red one long ago. My 3 rd vehicle. loved it. I would love to have it back. Maybe someday get one if I hit the lottery! I do think the FJ cruiser is cool too. They go for top dollar as well now that only used ones exist. Hope they come out with a new model someday. Do it Toyota! do it!

[@mlife2]

I think another reason sales of the FJ were hurt, we’re because of dealer mark-ups. When I was looking for one, dealerships marked them up a few thousand.

[@jj629ful]

I like theses but they hold over their value especially a beat up one they became expensive

[@koalaizigame4275]

good video , how much is toyota fj right now? , which year do you think is the best? thanks !

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Check out my other video about FJ Cruisers where I compare the different years, that will help answer your questions!

[@luckydog0696]

Excellent video! Any chance you can reference where some of the trails are in the video?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Most of what you see is in Colorado near Ouray, Telluride, and Silverton, Colorado 😁 during an event called FJ Summit, I have some videos about it if you want to see them!

[@luckydog0696]

@@FJX2000_Productions I thought so. I thought I saw Ophir Pass in there. I love the Ouray area! And I would love to see the videos.

[@alexkBrghtnBeach]

One more reason why they discontinued it could be because the SUV is very sensitive to the way tires need to be balanced. Front-end vibration at high speeds is a common problem, and the mechanic in the tire shop needs to be very skilled to fix it. And it might come back pretty soon after driving a few thousand miles, as some guys complain on internet forums. when I tested it it was starting to vibrate at 60 mph. The good tire shop guys fixed it, will see for how long it will last.

[@Woefman911]

Any idea where i can find breakdown on what they cost new?

[@crisbeveridge]

Good stuff always; thanks!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Of course! Thank you 👍

[@montesamapping]

Right analysis, Toyota should give a restyling and give a better look at the stock model... in fact no upgraded FJ is awful, on the contrary upgraded 35 tyres are really awesome! My history is quite funny, but meaningful. I like 1/10 RC crawlers and have a collection. I got an FJ some years ago, but after a while I changed the body because was ugly respect to othesr crawlers. One day I broke a body and while I was waiting for a new one... I look in my RC garage and took the old FJ body to use the car next day (becasue of a lot of chassis, ESC, motor, tyres upgrades I want to test). The look was so impressive on that upgraded chassis that I LOVED IT and become one of my favourite cars ! So lovely I recently bought another FJ and upgraded it the day after !! From that day I started looking at KZbin channels about FJ and I found some real world really awesome upgraded FJ. If Toyota should have understood that... maybe FJ could live a lot more... also because the total price for new FJ and upgrades is quite high for most people!

[@ahmedm8417]

We still have 2022 fj in Saudi Arabia, most of our police cars are new fj cruisers.

[@cenccenc946]

yep, at least the 2021 os still sold in chile, but last I looked they were almost $100,000 U.S. Not sure if that is a final price, but doubt they are much cheaper after taxes ect.

[@ahmedm8417]

@@cenccenc946 it cost 40,000$ including tax to get a new fj cruiser here in Saudi Arabia or any gulf country. So I think it’s a good price for such a reliable car.

[@sarahadkins2540]

I have always heard that the FJ is the poor man’s version of the Land Cruiser. I still don’t understand why they discontinued the Land Cruiser years after the FJ when they could have upgraded for safety and accessibility in the US and sold them faster than the new Broncos. I want to draw and model a revised version because they’re so reliable and you don’t need to do anything except drive and maintain them. Most Toyota drivers buy for life and only get newer ones but FJ owners have a hard time letting go:

[@rellorellin7544]

Finally another video! Thanks

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@Respecet1981]

In kuwait we have it I bought it before 2 days and I will own it after 10 days

[@realestateinfonet9041]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@danneagu4425]

I have more then 40-50 cars and most loved are 1970 Buick Skylark and Toyota FJ Cruiser. My FJ have over 200000 miles and it's the only car I kept that long. Toyota discounted the Fj in US because Tacoma and 4Runner and don't want to compete with other off road vehicles.

[@mikeq7096]

we all know it would be awesome if they made them for the US market again, but careful what you ask for as I suspect it would be some EV plug in crap with one of these earth killing batteries that cost twice as much to replace.

[@illuminaughty2929]

They could build an FJ with no computer chips and it will sell like hotcakes.

[@ESUNintel]

They should bring it back now; definitely looks better than the Bronco and more than likely built better.

[@rickroy4706]

Correct me if I am wrong, another possible reason for low sales to off-roaders in particular is that it is not as customizable as Jeeps.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Well it just depends on what you mean. Customization from the factory or with aftermarket components? Because the FJ has a HUGE aftermarket selection for really any modification out there. But yeah there weren't a ton of packages or features to choose from from the factory.

[@rickroy4706]

@@FJX2000_Productions I meant aftermarket. What is a good source for aftermarket components?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

@@rickroy4706 depends on what aftermarket parts you're looking for, PureFJCruiser is a good place to start

[@beverlygrotrian7820]

Zyprexa

[@christinefabiani929]

Hi! I am in the market to replace my Jeep. Will they be making a 2023 FJ?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

They will not

[@christinefabiani929]

@@FJX2000_Productions Thanks so much for your quick reply. I saw this video and was hopeful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGqye4SCgtyImbM

[@FJX2000_Productions]

@@christinefabiani929 yeah that video is just click bait, sorry!

[@christinefabiani929]

@@FJX2000_Productions :( thanks so much!!!

[@rightlanehog3151]

At 4:20 you provide the clearest answer to the question of why FJ sales collapsed. Despite the very welcome, very consumer-friendly decision by Toyota to offer a cheaper and more accessible 4x4 alternative to the 4Runner, the FJ failed to gain a foothold in the marketplace. The photo of the original FJ 40 shows a coherent and utterly pragmatic design. It is a near perfect example of form following function and I suspect that design was done by an adult or group of adults. In contrast, the FJ was a self-indulgent, immature and cartoon-like design where the form was a direct impediment to the intended function. The FJ's solid mechanical underpinnings (provided by the Prado) were directly undermined by the bloated C pillar and shrunken windshield. These design flaws substantially reduced visibility in a vehicle ostensibly designed for pinpoint off road maneuverability. Eventually the number of buyers willing to forgive these glaring shortcomings dwindled to the point where Toyota withdrew it from our market. Had Toyota brought the sensibly styled and equally capable 2 door Prado to this market as the economical offering in their 4X4 lineup, it would probably still be here. In comparison, the 4Runner has always been logical in design and has enjoyed decades of steady sales to equally logical consumers as a result.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks for your insight! Glad you agree!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@FJX2000_Productions I still hope the smallest Land Cruiser Prado comes here to compete with Wrangler, Bronco and Defender in the 'exploding' 2 door 4X4 segment.

[@MyCrippledWings]

@@rightlanehog3151 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGqye4SCgtyImbM

[@coreydennis4020]

I work for Toyota motor manufacturing and they don’t tell why any vehicle is getting discontinued

[@RoshanPatel1441]

I owned a 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser manual transmission AWD off road package Trial Teams Addition Army green

[@kurttheden912]

Love my 09 will never gets rid of it or my fj55 and fj40 its in my blood

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad to hear it!

[@michaelsheedy9354]

The FJ is manufactured at the HINO plant which allows limited production.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yep they were made at the HINO plant, but even back in the day they probably produced more then they do now. Maybe they are making more other vehicles.

[@michaelsheedy9354]

@@FJX2000_Productions The HINO plant turns out Toyotas Truck Division. Under the HINO name.

[@theokool1736]

We never had it here in the UK and mostly are imported, Toyota needs to bring this vehicle back and with better fuel/electric drivetrain oh and bring to UK😉

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yeah that is true! I know some people who have had them imported. Seems like such a hassle!

[@ProRallyDriver]

You forgot to mention or maybe you didnt know. but we have them here in SOuth America. You can find 2021 FJ cruisers. I can send you pictures or videos one day.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I know they have FJs in other parts of the world, that's why I emphasize that they were discontinued in the North American market in 2014, as this video applies to the North American market

[@mikej238]

Suicide doors suck , just like the Honda Element it killed a whole buying group and turned it into a 2 person vehicle . I've owned one for 17 years, it was immediately relegated to the second car.

[@thoringmundo5619]

Fj is discontinued now in the Philippines as well.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yep I heard that, sad day!

[@mannyechaluce3814]

A lot of people like to talk about the FJ Cruiser and how they want to have one, but just like the Land Cruiser it stays in the for sale car lot for months on end, unlike the 4 Runner which gets sold out within a week. Even when it was announced that the last batch will be made, we had FJ still left unsold for a year, weird, the most loved/liked vehicle in paper but no one is buying it.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Probably because of the price if I had to guess

[@Jcpuyo]

Here in Peru you can buy a brand new 2022 FJ cruiser for 53k usd

[@Opinion878]

I might have an answer for why FJ is still going You have missed Saudi Arabia, 4x4 is almost a must have for every family here and Toyota cars are being bought before they make it to the ports Once supply finishes and next batch is coming in few months, we buy toyota cars from neighbouring countries (oman, uae, bahrain, qatar and Kuwait) I don't have the numbers but if you have access to them, you might have your answer there

[@cenccenc946]

Still sold in Chile too. there is a 2021 FJ last I checked.

[@bryntheexplorer1426]

I bought my 2014 few months ago. Hoping toyota would not release FJ in the US. So the value of the FJ would go up in the future.

[@arefeshghi]

Probably they are still selling FJs since they have parts in storage, and it shares platform with cars like the 2-door Prado. Btw, isn't it interesting that I just purchased mine, paying a high price for it, while Russia's war is increasing petrol prices?! :-| Hopefully it doesn't affect the resale price!

[@massacmongo995]

I heard they wouldn't wear out

[@cvcalitos]

Bring it back but with better mpgs maybe a a diesel to US.

[@waynemaracle7139]

Had to buy a Jeep Wrangler Sahara because the FJ was no longer available . Funny how Jeep sales rocketed ... think Toyota was wrong ? . So now I'm looking to get a Full Size Ford 2 door Bronco. because it's foot print looks so similar to the FJ . I cant buy a new FJ .I don't want 4Runner or Tacoma and didn't really want a jeep and yes this will be my every day runner . Should a FG be announced I will hold out to get one . just wish I could import a new one without paying for 2 FJ's with duty and taxes

[@madhadder6754]

This doesn't make since the same motor is in the 2023 4runner it's a 4runner with a different body

[@krystiansieminski363]

I don't know anyone who for 100% for sure knows why FJ was gonna by by by...and I can not explain why people did increase orders of ford's new broncos, after it is known that this SUV has multi problems, and engine shoot downs, electrical multi problems.....just do not make any sense .but after all Toyota is not a cheap car to own,but it's a good car to have.th

[@imjco1927]

Fortunately, FJ Cruiser is still available in the Philippines.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Exactly!

[@theokool1736]

has anyone took the stock petrol engine out and put a diesel motor in a FJ ?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yes! They have

[@ahmedmuhammed4906]

Let's get something straight.... The FJ is NOT discontinued. I just bought my zero milage 2020 yellow FJ in Iraq. Can't you Americans import new FJs from Dubai?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

That’s why in the video I say discontinued in AMERICA and mention how it IS still available in other countries. And no we cannot import vehicles from other countries unless they are at least 25 years old which is why it stinks so bad that they were discontinued here

[@danielx40]

It makes no sense. It costs Toyota nothing to sell it in America. Same car, the production line is still there. You don’t even need to improve it -it’s an off-road car. Just put up the website and nothing more needs to be done. Toyota is not making sense here. What do you have to lose to put up a website. If 1000 people buy, you sell 1000; if no one buy, you lose nothing.

[@andyleo8418]

If they bring it back then FJ used prices would crash. Those who recently bought one would feel pretty foolish. But if they bring it back in electric form like the prototype they showed, then prices would continue to increase for the gas powered ones.

[@GelasticSnail]

Smiles per gallon LMAO

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks! Haha

[@crazyone1067]

Toyota should just build to order.

[@jesusherrera3596]

Fj with 4.7 iforce v8,

[@JLE1177]

There’s no logical reason they wouldn’t have refreshed or brought back to the market since they stil produce the truck. Prob to many conservative owners.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yeah they only recently announced that production in the markets the FJ was still available in will finally be coming to an end. So soon there will be no new FJs anywhere!

[@JasioClass77]

Why....FJ was too good for Jeep Wrangler. BTW FJ Cruiser is still in production.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

That’s why I emphasize at the beginning that this video applies to the NORTH AMERICAN market, I know they still make it in other countries. 👍 they are so lucky!

[@2visiondigital]

Side opening back hatch, no thanks.

[@anantdabholkar685]

Funny you show this video, while the Ford Bronco is commanding premiums of $10 to 20 thousand over MSRP, and Ford can't meet demand no matter what! The real reason, IMHO is that Toyota, being a foreign manufacturer is always scared of Congress and its shenanigans and CAFE and emissions. That's the reason we don't get diesels either, while every other domestic manufacturer is selling them. They continued selling them in Australia, Philippines, South Africa and the Gulf States after 2014 and they still are in some of those places! There wasn't enough profit in it for them in the US for the risks, period. Kudo's to Ford this time, although I'm still a Toyota customer.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Did you miss the sales charts he showed? People simply stopped buying the cartoon-like FJ while they continued to steadily purchase the Japanese built 4Runner.

[@anantdabholkar685]

@@rightlanehog3151 The sales went down because the stopped adding anything new, other than changing colors etc. Old FJ prices are above what people originally bought them for, even with over 100,000 miles. Toyota just stopped paying attention to the FJ in the US, they had no intention of keeping its sales up, just milking what they created originally. Yes they changed to the engine and rear axle in 2010 and gave it a slight boost in sales, some preferred the bold engine for whatever reasons. Imagine if Jeep did this with the wrangler and stopped at CJ, instead of TJ, YJ, ..JL. The "cartoon like" look offers poor visibility, but also is a throwback to the FJ40. The sales charts are on Wikipedia, no big secret, but that misses the point as to why it happened. Toyota lost interest for the reasons I mentioned, IMHO. This is what they did with the Landcruiser too, and now its cancelled in the US.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@anantdabholkar685 Really? How much has the 4Runner been updated in the last decade as sales have boomed? The 4Runner has hardly changed because they got it RIGHT in the first place! There is no accounting for taste and judgment so people are overpaying for FJs today the way people once overpaid for disco shoes with platform soles. The luxurious variant of Land Cruiser that was recently discontinued in the US is the complete opposite of the FJ as it was a premium priced 4X4. If Toyota had brought in the base models sold in other world markets for around $55,000, the sensibly designed Land Cruiser would be selling as successfully as the 4Runner. I will end on an optimistic note, the recent introduction of the basic 2 door Bronco to compete with the omnipresent 2 door Wrangler shows Toyota still has the opportunity to reenter the low cost 4x4 market. They have the sensible 2 door Prado waiting in the wings, it is the same model they should have brought in 2006 instead of wasting resources on the FJ.

[@anantdabholkar685]

@@rightlanehog3151 The truth is Toyota isn't interested in taking any risks in the US market. Just making money.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@anantdabholkar685 They are taking HUGE risks by selling cars made by/with BMW and Subaru. I would not spend my hard-earned money on a vehicle made by anyone other than Toyota. Having said that, I will criticize them for taking the massive profits generated by American and Canadian customers for granted. I would like to see all their top products that meet our regulatory standards available here. The GR Yaris, 2 Door Prado and Corolla wagon come immediately to mind.

[@dcdawny]

I think it was Obama ecology reasons. Didn’t wanna dumb it down for US market

[@aarongee1168]

Love the FJ, but its a gas hog. Make an electric fj and im sold.

[@danielsmith5351]

The reason was they had too many problems and Toyota didnt want this bad mark against there name.

[@ericlockart2386]

Because the steering wheel shakes violently at 55mph

[@Sam-ny1ng]

Toya still makes them/ sales in Philippines and Dubai .. America is DEAD !! that is why.!!

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

Number one thing you got wrong is, they are not making the FJ at all. Final production stopped in 2016 in Japan. Ie he Hino Hanumura plant DOES NOT make them anymore. The ones that exist are new old stock, ie 2016 build 2021 compliance. Toyota Japan released a statement about this years ago. It IS NOT still MADE. One big impact was the cry from people who had never owned or driven a petrol v6 fj and had only driven the well underpowered slow 4/6/8 cylinder diesels. For example, here in Australia, all the knucledragging sister fckers ignored the Fj because of that fact, now they are gone and they are finally getting into them they realise the massive diference and how much more enjoyable and refined the petrol v6 was compared to the hilux for example. Toyota never offered diesel because it was garbage in the FJ. The fj was designed to be a fun, enjoyable reliable and capable off road vehicle. Similar to the Yaris GR, toyota really worked hard on the development and design of the FJ, they wanted a vehicle that you could roll off the lot and smash the trails straight away. It could do this with zero modifications, it had market leading innovation such as higher wading class, everything was thought thru from the waterproof dilectric grease on all the essential connectors.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Though FJs were discontinued here in North America they were still produced until actually this year for other countries. In the UAE, Philippines, Bahrain, and other countries the FJ has continued to be made but only recently did Toyota finally announce the absolute stop of production for all FJs even in those select countries. But they are producing a Final Edition for those countries where only 1,000 units will be made with specific numbered badges for the dash and gas tank covers. I’ll be making a video on this soon, but thanks for your remarks!