Always thought it was important to start at the very core of this product and that's the classic FJ. The most recent FJ was nice but not a true successor the classic FJ we all love.
Just have a look at this infographic, anyones appreciation for the TJ will grow!
I have no doubt that as a crossover the appreciation for this concept will grow.
However as a successor to the classic FJ this crossover will never fit the bill. Let's be honest, with unibody construction and suspension limitations this will not be the go anywhere do anything vehicle we all want it to be. The FJ Cruiser as it stands now is light years closer to being a successor to the classic FJ just in the off-road capabilities.
I yearn for a true successor to the classic FJ, and that's not because I'm not a Jeep fan. The FJ Cruisers keep up with the Jeeps to a point and the ones that can go toe to toe with other models in the same class are modified to do so.
I like the TJ as a crossover but Toyota will have to go back to the drawing board and build something body on frame, solid axles front and rear, bullet proof drivetrain that the classic FJ was known for to hit the mark.
Always thought it was important to start at the very core of this product and that's the classic FJ. The most recent FJ was nice but not a true successor the classic FJ we all love.
Just have a look at this infographic, anyones appreciation for the TJ will grow!
I have no doubt that as a crossover the appreciation for this concept will grow.
However as a successor to the classic FJ this crossover will never fit the bill. Let's be honest, with unibody construction and suspension limitations this will not be the go anywhere do anything vehicle we all want it to be. The FJ Cruiser as it stands now is light years closer to being a successor to the classic FJ just in the off-road capabilities.
I yearn for a true successor to the classic FJ, and that's not because I'm not a Jeep fan. The FJ Cruisers keep up with the Jeeps to a point and the ones that can go toe to toe with other models in the same class are modified to do so.
I like the TJ as a crossover but Toyota will have to go back to the drawing board and build something body on frame, solid axles front and rear, bullet proof drivetrain that the classic FJ was known for to hit the mark.
Current FJ is due for a refresh and fact is, SUV/CUV segments are hot an Toyota wants a piece of it. Although they have the CH-R and 4-Runner, the TJ alone targets a special crowd, lucrative at that.
I have a feeling we'll be seeing both a TJ and FJ.
And who knows maybe my dreams of a Lexus "G-Class" with something based of the future FJ![]()
Because people want the image without the lifestyle to back it up, simple as that. Its why you see a lot of cars, some build with a specific purpose in mind, but rarely being used in that way. This goes with almost any product you can buy, not just cars.The FJ is definitely due for a refresh considering the fact that the 2014 FJ Cruiser was the last model year, but I doubt Toyota would bring two similarly designed vehicles to their lineup around the same time. They would just be competing with each other.
Though if the FJ does make a comeback, I will probably choose it over the TJ because the unique SUV was competent off-road, had good power and you could get one for a decent price. And of course the body on-frame construction. Not many options left after the FJ Cruiser was discontinued along with the Xterra, but I can understand why Toyota would want to appeal to those who drive predominantly on pavement.
Here is an actual close-up of the headlights. Wish they were turned on to see the blue.Never notice until now, but the headlamps share the same blue LED ring as the door handles on the TJ Cruiser concept. I'd like to see some kind of under lighting for the handles so I can see them at night, but not really a necessity.
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