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2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Quality Review

July 4, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 6 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

The FJ's retro-looking dash is color-keyed to the exterior
Edmunds

good headroom and legroom for six-footers
ConsumerGuide

a very comfortable cabin
Kelley Blue Book

Rear visibility…is dreadful
Car and Driver

The 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser’s style dictates a difficult climb into the backseats, but the interior’s pure Toyota in quality.

Reviewers generally praise the up-front portion of the FJ Cruiser’s cabin but are critical regarding the rear of the cabin. “The seats are all-day comfortable,” ConsumerGuide says of the front, with “good headroom and legroom for six-footers.” Car and Driver warns that “back-seat room is good but not as spacious as one might expect,” “Seating in front is very comfortable,” reports Edmunds, “but getting into the rather cramped rear compartment requires a high step up and a contortionist dance, even with the rear doors open.” Edmunds chimes in, commenting that “rearward-opening doors aren't as convenient as one might think.” Edmunds concludes, “an FJ isn't the best choice” as “a children-schlepping vehicle.”

This is a Toyota, after all, and typical Toyota attributes such as “obvious build quality, and amazing versatility” (Car and Driver) still apply. “The FJ's retro-looking dash is color-keyed to the exterior," notes Edmunds, “and most of the controls are straightforward and functional.”

Conclusion

Prospective buyers of the 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should beware: The FJ's reasonably good ride and quality materials come wrapped in a package with some pretty serious compromises.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 6 out of 10Expert Quotes:The FJ's retro-looking dash is color-keyed to the exteriorEdmundsgood headroom and legroom for six-footersConsumerGuidea very comfortable cabinKelley Blue BookRear visibility…is dreadfulCar and Driver The 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser’s style dictates a difficult climb into the backseats, but the interior’s pure Toyota in quality. Reviewers generally praise the up-front portion of the FJ Cruiser’s cabin but are critical regarding the rear of the cabin. “The seats are all-day comfortable,” ConsumerGuide says of the front, with “good headroom and legroom for six-footers.” Car and Driver warns that “back-seat room is good but not as spacious as one might expect,” “Seating in front is very comfortable,” reports Edmunds, “but getting into the rather cramped rear compartment requires a high step up and a contortionist dance, even with the rear doors open.” Edmunds chimes in, commenting that “rearward-opening doors aren't as convenient as one might think.” Edmunds concludes, “an FJ isn't the best choice” as “a children-schlepping vehicle.” This is a Toyota, after all, and typical Toyota attributes such as “obvious build quality, and amazing versatility” (Car and Driver) still apply. “The FJ's retro-looking dash is color-keyed to the exterior," notes Edmunds, “and most of the controls are straightforward and functional.” ConclusionProspective buyers of the 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should beware: The FJ's reasonably good ride and quality materials come wrapped in a package with some pretty serious compromises. 2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER STYLING | [9 out of 10] Road & Track: “Those familiar with the older FJs will immediately see the family resemblance” Motor Trend: “the basic cabin harmonizes nicely with the busier exterior” Car and Driver: “retro-themed design” Buyers bored with bland ...

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By  Play 99.6 #1, Posted: 8/25/2009

    we totally dig the FJ Cruiser, so we ran a contest to give it away. here are the highlights from Touch It To Win It - you won't believe how long the winner lasted with her hand on the car!
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URW42QjO19g

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