Is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser a good car?
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How do people like the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
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Vehicle
4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The FJ Cruiser is the perfect vehicle for our situation. We have 3 dogs, a pop up camper and live in Ohio, where the winters can be rough. The rubber floor and water resistant seats, the ability to tow 5,000 lbs. and the off road and bad weather capabilities make it a joy to own. Update, 6/6/2016: although the FJ is a great vehicle for what it's designed for its not a great tow vehicle. We upgraded from a pop up camper to a 21' hybrid that when loaded approaches 5,000#. In a strong crosswind it tossed the FJ around like a rag doll, due to the very short wheelbase and high ride height. White knuckle driving at any speed above 50 mph was the result. We quickly traded it in on a Toyota Tundra and you'd hardly even know the camper is back there. I absolutely loved the FJ and miss it terribly but the great thing is they are APPRECIATING in value, which is unheard of. Mine had an MSRP of $34,900, I owned it for 18 months and 20k miles, received $33,000 on trade after negotiating the Tundra to $400 under invoice. The dealer advertised the FJ for $36,900 and it sold in 4 days!!!! Told me when I traded it that they have several customers looking for a pristine, well cared for FJ. You can't go wrong owning one of these great vehicles!!!! 12/6/2016 Update: I traded the FJ in on a Tundra last year due to the fact that I bought a 20 ft. camper. It weighs 3700 lbs. and loaded is pushing 4800. right at the FJs limit. I went to FJ Cruiser forums and most guys there suggested that although the FJ can pull that weight they didn't recommend it. The big problem is braking in an emergency and also problems associated with the short wheelbase and high wind situations. The Tundra pulls and stops like a champ. You barely know its back there. The good news is the great trade in value of the FJ. It was outstanding. 2 years of ownership and 20,000 miles and the gave me $1600 less than I paid for it! That's unbelievable. I'm seeing FJs advertised for more than the original msrp and they don't last long. Mine was sold immediately.
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What options are available on the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Available Toyota FJ Cruiser 2014 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Trims: Base
Exterior Colors: Black/White Roof, Iceberg White/White Roof, Army Green/White Roof, Quicksand/White Roof, Silver Fresco Metallic/White Roof, White/Voodoo Blue, Black Diamond, Titanium Metallic/White Roof, Cement, White/Titanium Metallic, Black Diamond/White Roof, Magma/White Roof, Voodoo Blue/White Roof, Brick/White Roof, Sandstorm/White Roof, White/Black Cherry Pearl, White/Black Diamond, White/Sun Fusion
Interior Colors: Dark Charcoal premium cloth
Popular Features: Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, AWD/4WD, 5000lb Towing Capacity, Aux Audio Inputs, Tire Pressure Warning, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Back-up camera, Bluetooth, USB Inputs, Parking sensors, Upgraded Stereo, 3500lb Towing Capacity, Towing Hitch
Engine/Mechanics: 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, premium unleaded (required), premium unleaded (recommended)
Drivetrains: four wheel drive, rear wheel drive
