2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser

The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser brings distinctive SUV styling, a 4.0-liter V6, and four-wheel drive to shoppers exploring options at Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria in Peoria, AZ. This page covers the FJ Cruiser’s single trim, core performance specifications, configuration, competitor comparisons, and ways to connect with the dealership. With seating for five, a five-speed automatic transmission, and regular unleaded fuel, the FJ Cruiser is configured for drivers who value a straightforward powertrain and four-wheel-drive capability. Pricing begins at $27,705 before tax, title, registration, and dealer fees. Shoppers can review live vehicle options, explore purchasing resources, and plan an in-person visit at 8633 West Bell Road.

Starting MSRP

$27,705

Horsepower

260 hp

Seating

5 seats

Drivetrain

Four Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

How the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser Compares With Competitors

Pricing, power, economy, towing, drivetrain, and fuel type help define how the FJ Cruiser fits among same-year SUVs. The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser starts at $27,705, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2012 Ford Edge, the FJ Cruiser starts at $27,705 versus $27,770 and produces 260 hp versus 285–305 hp. The FJ Cruiser uses four-wheel drive, while the Edge offers Front Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive; the Edge also lists 18–19 city / 25–26 hwy EPA MPG and 2,000–3,500 lbs of maximum towing, favoring shoppers focused on fuel economy or a range of drivetrain choices, while the FJ Cruiser suits four-wheel-drive priorities.

Against the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, the FJ Cruiser starts at $27,705 compared with $26,825 and delivers 260 hp versus 276 hp. The Santa Fe lists 20 city / 26 hwy EPA MPG, 3,500 lbs of maximum towing, All Wheel Drive, and regular unleaded fuel, favoring shoppers comparing lower starting price, fuel economy, or towing capacity, while the FJ Cruiser offers its own four-wheel-drive configuration.

Compared with the 2012 Dodge Durango, the FJ Cruiser starts at $27,705 versus $28,995 and makes 260 hp versus 290–360 hp. The Durango lists 16 city / 23 hwy EPA MPG, 5,000 lbs of maximum towing, Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive, and Flex-Fuel (Unleaded/E85) / Regular Unleaded, favoring shoppers seeking higher quoted power or towing capacity, while the FJ Cruiser emphasizes a smaller V6 SUV configuration with four-wheel drive.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser comes in one trim, giving shoppers a single configuration to evaluate rather than a range of trim choices. It is a five-seat SUV powered by a 4.0-liter V6 engine with 3,956 cc of displacement, 260 hp at 5,600 rpm, and 271 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm.

A five-speed automatic transmission sends power through four-wheel drive. The FJ Cruiser uses regular unleaded fuel, and its starting MSRP is $27,705.

Buying a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser in Peoria

Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria serves shoppers in Peoria, AZ, from 8633 West Bell Road. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the best way to review current options is to search inventory.

For a purchase plan, shoppers can use the dealership’s online resources or contact Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria at (480) 933-5233. A trade-in can be started through the dealership’s value your trade resource.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Start with the FJ Cruiser’s one-trim structure, four-wheel-drive system, five-seat layout, and 260-hp V6. Its configuration makes the key decision less about selecting equipment levels and more about whether its powertrain, body style, and drivetrain align with the intended use.

Cross-shopping should include starting price, horsepower, fuel economy, towing, drivetrain, and fuel type. MSRP is a starting point, and final purchase costs also include tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.