*HUGE UDPATE* The 2025 Land Cruiser FJ is the affordable "MINI" cruiser of your dreams...

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @shaneh734
    @shaneh734 8 месяцев назад +199

    Finally, we get an equivalent to the Suzuki Jimny💯

    • @CarlosOteroC
      @CarlosOteroC 8 месяцев назад +40

      This is way bigger and more expensive than a Jimny.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +11

      Suzuki is a third tier automaker on a good day. This will be a First Class Toyota. 🤩🤩

    • @byhsu6140
      @byhsu6140 8 месяцев назад +30

      ​@rightlanehog3151 it might be 3rd tier, but the Jimny is a very capable little off roader. Would be great to get something similar from toyota or a little bigger.

    • @SkyWKing
      @SkyWKing 8 месяцев назад +6

      ​@@byhsu6140 And also a death trap. The doors are paper thin and on trails you have to move your body around and shift the center of gravity to prevent it from rolling over. It also can't negotiate a lot of ditches or cross deep rivers due to its ultra short wheelbase and low wade depth. I've driven one before and love how light it is on mud and sand. But most people who have never driven a Jimny before view it through rose tinted glasses.

    • @reddevil6585
      @reddevil6585 8 месяцев назад +1

      Jimmy is tiny blood

  • @juanseaforth5111
    @juanseaforth5111 8 месяцев назад +64

    I’m holding off purchasing any vehicle until the baby Land Cruiser comes to market. Great video sir

  • @blackcow8114
    @blackcow8114 8 месяцев назад +40

    finally a land cruiser that I can actually afford... I'm literally crying with joy rn

    • @mediocreman2
      @mediocreman2 8 месяцев назад +1

      Have you verified that it will be available in your country?

  • @chuckcribbs3398
    @chuckcribbs3398 8 месяцев назад +46

    Totally agree. They won’t be able to make enough of them!

  • @roylappin4491
    @roylappin4491 8 месяцев назад +120

    2.7 with a manual transmission, perfect!

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +6

      EXACTLY!!!!

    • @tinhinnh
      @tinhinnh 8 месяцев назад +3

      from the 2nd gen Taco 4x2

    • @johnossendorf9979
      @johnossendorf9979 8 месяцев назад +5

      ​@@tinhinnh I had an 09 4x4 Tacoma with the 2.7 and manual 5 speed . It was great ! Unfortunately I totaled it 😢.

    • @veganpotterthevegan
      @veganpotterthevegan 8 месяцев назад +2

      Better 15yrs ago but definitely not anymore😂

    • @jmpattillo
      @jmpattillo 8 месяцев назад +6

      Glad to see they aren’t retiring the 2.7. An extremely reliable engine.

  • @In-obscurity-n7j
    @In-obscurity-n7j 8 месяцев назад +34

    👍🏻"People will be losing their minds."
    Best line of the day!

  • @GordonBeckles
    @GordonBeckles 8 месяцев назад +35

    This LandCruiser FJ idea is brilliant. Toyota should sell this worldwide... 👏🏾👍🏾👊🏾

    • @fortheloveofnoise
      @fortheloveofnoise 8 месяцев назад +7

      They should sell that 13k folding bed side truck worldwide...even with a 25% tariff, it will still end up under 18k

    • @lou135
      @lou135 8 месяцев назад +4

      REALLY hope this comes to the US.

    • @TedVidotto
      @TedVidotto 7 месяцев назад +3

      Really like it to be released in Australia

  • @mrgurulittle7000
    @mrgurulittle7000 8 месяцев назад +31

    Toyota is really pushing 20 million annual sales demand. They’ll never be able to make enough of these. Super stoked for this. I hope you get yours Kirk.

    • @easternman9254
      @easternman9254 3 месяца назад +1

      Toyota will surely never supply enough of this car

    • @mrgurulittle7000
      @mrgurulittle7000 3 месяца назад +1

      @@easternman9254For sure.

  • @lucasblanchard47
    @lucasblanchard47 8 месяцев назад +49

    That looks really cool. I can definitely see some FJ Cruiser inspiration in the design. Hopefully it eventually makes its way to the US, it definitely seems like a cooler truck than the new Scout EV!

    • @DenverHarris
      @DenverHarris 8 месяцев назад +1

      I don’t know what you’re saying, but that is not an FJ. I own one and that’s definitely not one. Do you know what that is? A Kia Sol.

    • @lucasblanchard47
      @lucasblanchard47 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@DenverHarris I didn’t say it IS an FJ, I said that I can see some inspiration from the design. Certain line shapes and things look similar. Calm down.

  • @666chew
    @666chew 8 месяцев назад +16

    Knobs, dials and stripped down gauge clusters are fine with me. They'll still be working decades from now.

  • @michaelfoulkes9502
    @michaelfoulkes9502 8 месяцев назад +14

    This could be a huge seller for Toyota. Not just limited production. I hope they make a gas model without hybrid.

  • @liveoak7838
    @liveoak7838 8 месяцев назад +5

    2TR-FE is perfect. Super simple, reliable, and like a big block 4 cylinder tractor motor with all the bugs worked out.

  • @ET_Videos
    @ET_Videos 8 месяцев назад +42

    They BETTER bring it to the USA!!

    • @capt.stubing5604
      @capt.stubing5604 8 месяцев назад

      Hate to say it but fat chance.

    • @ConsoleCombat
      @ConsoleCombat 8 месяцев назад +5

      @@capt.stubing5604what’s the reason they don’t bring something like this to North America?

    • @faheemabbas3965
      @faheemabbas3965 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@ConsoleCombatIf, somehow, it doesn’t meet US “safety regulations”. Pray that Toyota is even bothering thinking about bringing it to the US.

    • @capt.stubing5604
      @capt.stubing5604 8 месяцев назад

      @@ConsoleCombat They have a long history of only selective rigs brought here. It costs a fortune to certify a rig in this county and the profits on well priced ones are not what their higher end stuff is.

    • @dirtycommtroop
      @dirtycommtroop 7 месяцев назад

      @@ConsoleCombat The majority of US consumers like big expensive vehicles. Ever notice how Jeeps and everything else keeps getting bigger?

  • @concentricvoid
    @concentricvoid 8 месяцев назад +42

    If it can compete with the Bronco Sport Badlands and the Subaru Forester Wilderness, then I'll be taking a serious look at it.

    • @hunterheyden2672
      @hunterheyden2672 8 месяцев назад +6

      Neither of those are body on frame. This will be much more rugged and reliable off road, but if they put in that 2.7L it will have bad fuel economy

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 8 месяцев назад +8

      Bronco Sport is based on a compact car. It is an overpriced econobox with an undesirable powertrain.

    • @dawsongranger4940
      @dawsongranger4940 8 месяцев назад +6

      this would be competing in a league of its own considering there aren't any small body on frame vehicles anymore

    • @noelebbert9322
      @noelebbert9322 8 месяцев назад

      Can’t claim it would be more rugged or reliable. The bronco sport it’s unreliable with the 1.5 but isn’t too bad with 2.0 in badlands

    • @noelebbert9322
      @noelebbert9322 8 месяцев назад +1

      Badlands is decent little off roader especially with a little lift. The 1.5 sucks but the 2.0 isn’t bad

  • @bpmom
    @bpmom 8 месяцев назад +7

    Omg! I’ve been waiting for you to announce this forever, Kirk! I love Toyota!🎉

  • @zkiller195
    @zkiller195 8 месяцев назад +8

    I'm hoping for the hybrid to hit the streets here. Love the size and look of this vehicle, with the exception of the massive D Pillar. I could get over that, but I really hope they slim that down to a reasonable size for production.

  • @davidhunternyc1
    @davidhunternyc1 8 месяцев назад +12

    I've got my Krispy Kreme Donuts and Coke Zero and I'm buckled in !!! Let's go !!! I still wish we'd get the Suzuki Jimny. I love that little thing. How do you improve a spoon?

  • @davidmitchell4628
    @davidmitchell4628 8 месяцев назад +5

    More glass behind the C pillar please!

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +24

    Kirk, For the record, the Land Cruiser of my dreams is a 3 door Prado with tailgate mounted spare, 40 gallon fuel capacity, 6 speed manual and legendary 2TR-FE engine. Having said that, I am willing to 'compromise' on my dreams with a Land Cruiser FJ. 😉I hope they trim down that D pillar before production and include a ski pass-through, hand brake as well as a fold-forward front passenger seat. Please have Hino* make mine a manual with two tone paint. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 *For those who don't know, Hino built the FJ Cruiser and T100.

    • @nazmulbhuiyan1982
      @nazmulbhuiyan1982 8 месяцев назад +3

      I would go crazy if they make it

    • @youtubecarspottersguide1
      @youtubecarspottersguide1 8 месяцев назад +1

      mine is a 70 series troop carrier 4cy turbo diesel ... the car camper, overland rig I could build

    • @ConsoleCombat
      @ConsoleCombat 8 месяцев назад +1

      They had those in Ireland about a decade ago

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад

      @@ConsoleCombatThe 3 door Prado was sold in just about every market outside the USA and Canada. That is why I am daydreaming about one rather than driving one. 😉

    • @Gleeleeglee
      @Gleeleeglee 8 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah that D pillar is hugely unnecessary I opinion.

  • @robrocker7544
    @robrocker7544 8 месяцев назад +7

    I would place an order immediately for it!

  • @Chubbydippin
    @Chubbydippin 8 месяцев назад +13

    Regular NA "old man" 4cyl with a manual transmission option please!!! I don't need high performance sports car capability from a vehicle that isn't designed or purpose built for that type of use anyway. Thankyou Kirk

  • @KiegKillsReality
    @KiegKillsReality 8 месяцев назад

    I hope to god that they keep that tire on the trunk lid. That design feature needs to come back into popularity. It's both plain cool and also extremely helpful!

  • @Conrad711
    @Conrad711 8 месяцев назад +24

    2.7L and the manual. Sign me up!!

    • @elg1gy
      @elg1gy 8 месяцев назад

      Why would you like a manual? Auto's are much better in every way.

    • @niceguyrides
      @niceguyrides 8 месяцев назад +3

      @@elg1gy no.

    • @elg1gy
      @elg1gy 8 месяцев назад

      Yes@@niceguyrides

  • @ToukoMuto
    @ToukoMuto 8 месяцев назад +11

    now we just need a baby Tacoma and we solid

  • @blackwatch7151
    @blackwatch7151 8 месяцев назад +37

    This is too good to be true for the North American market. I could see Toyota selling 300,000+ in the US alone.

    • @reddevil6585
      @reddevil6585 8 месяцев назад

      Depends on the price
      Toyota alone has so many models by itself sales wouldn’t be as much as rav4 & Camry

    • @michaelsmith9308
      @michaelsmith9308 8 месяцев назад +3

      If this starts at $20,00- $30,000 FULLY loaded, use the Toyota warehouse supplies bringing in safety 3.5 plus sales would be over 500,000 units in the first year if DEALERSHIPS stay honest and not bump up fake markups etc!

    • @reddevil6585
      @reddevil6585 8 месяцев назад

      @@michaelsmith9308 you mean $20,000 for bass & $30,000 fully loaded ?
      A) Corolla cross starts @ 29,000 I think
      It’s gonna be starting 35,000-40,000 minimum
      It’s gonna be more than Toyota cross & less than Land Cruiser
      B) Americans like mid size cars / suvs
      RAV4 dominants Corolla cross In sales dispute Corolla cross been cheaper
      This is gonna be smaller than rav4 I think or similar size & will cost more
      C) yes they will sell 500,000 if they give them away for $20,000 but no way they can sell them so cheap

    • @tonydoggett7627
      @tonydoggett7627 8 месяцев назад +1

      Australia gets first priority 🦘🇦🇺

    • @DualSports
      @DualSports 8 месяцев назад

      ​@@michaelsmith9308kind of hopeful, considering a base Corolla is 20k already. It's nice to dream though.

  • @AutomotivePress
    @AutomotivePress 8 месяцев назад +4

    Hey Kirk, we are both so excited about this! The only caveat is that Best Car Magazine is saying this will be based on the Toyota IMV series model introduced for Thailand (called Hilux Champ), so not based on TNGA-F platform. There is a chance that this could be Asia only because of that... let's see what happens.

  • @heyyitsandy
    @heyyitsandy 8 месяцев назад +3

    No manual, no purchase from me…. but I feel like they’ll definitely offer it to us that way with the 2.7L at least, because they’ve probably the greatest advocate as a manufacturer to preserve the manual transmission wherever possible. Love the design, and I agree - THE PEOPLE WILL BE LOSING THEIR MINDS if they’re able to bring it at that price point!

    • @LarsOlsen-f5m
      @LarsOlsen-f5m 8 месяцев назад

      Why would you want a manual? Modern auto-boxes are superior in every way. Did you just learn to drive a "stick shift" as you americans call it?! In Europe we have been driving manuals for ever because we have a lot of small cars with small engines and because manuals are cheaper.

  • @u2oasis
    @u2oasis 8 месяцев назад +10

    I'm so with you. I want to buy a prius in the fall but this little truck is coming with a hybrid power train this would take my money

    • @victoro6331
      @victoro6331 8 месяцев назад

      Buy the Prius then trade it for this. Wouldn’t be surprised the resale value on the Prius would be just under original price

  • @thatredmanguy
    @thatredmanguy 8 месяцев назад +3

    Land Cruiser FJ? A new FJ Cruiser and 4Runner replacement? Noice! They need to make this.

    • @atticstattic
      @atticstattic 8 месяцев назад

      Too small for a replacement

  • @DiveshRSA
    @DiveshRSA 8 месяцев назад +2

    Hi Kirk, in the article they show images of new hilux champ. Also the interior is straight from the hilux champ. U didn’t really cover that in the video. To me it looks like this will be a cheaper suv based on the hilux champ platform made for maybe poorer countries? Front headlamp design also looks similar to the Champ. Have a look and maybe make a follow up video with your thoughts?

  • @justinmcroberts4633
    @justinmcroberts4633 8 месяцев назад +6

    If not the 2.7, I see them putting in just the 2.4 turbo without the hybrid. Simple, but effective. It’s already in mass production and Toyota wouldn’t have to change anything with the transmissions/transfer cases from the Taco.

    • @niceguyrides
      @niceguyrides 8 месяцев назад +1

      This is my fear. A turbo. Please no!

  • @Kev_D.
    @Kev_D. 8 месяцев назад +6

    Wheel on the back. WHEEL ON THE BACK!

  • @adamk9652
    @adamk9652 8 месяцев назад +9

    Please give us an option to spec a non-hybrid manual transmission.
    Also TBH Toyota offering an aftermarket TRD Turbocharger would also be amusing too🤣

  • @toronado455
    @toronado455 8 месяцев назад +3

    I like the simple dash design. Hope you can get one Kirk.

  • @TylerAutryUSA
    @TylerAutryUSA 8 месяцев назад +5

    Where do you think this will be built? I’m very interested if this is built in Japan, but do they capacity? And agreed, I think the US would get hybrid only powertrains. Another great video Kirk, love it!!

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  8 месяцев назад +3

      Made in Japan. Tahara or Toyota Auto body would be my guess.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@KirkKreifelsHino's Hamura plant built the FJ Cruiser as well as the T100 and it has built many Prados over the years. It seems like the natural choice to me.

    • @PWCDN
      @PWCDN 8 месяцев назад

      all the low-production models are going to be made in japan, because they have the mix-use facilities. NA plants are for mass-production only.

  • @KehcYah-yi5kc
    @KehcYah-yi5kc 8 месяцев назад +2

    It would be a game changer if this is available in a three door version, similar to the Suzuki Jimny.

  • @CarlosOteroC
    @CarlosOteroC 8 месяцев назад +4

    There is a 2.4 diesel engine that is used in lower trim levels of the Hilux (that is also available with the 2.7 gas). The 2.4 diesel (2GD-FTV) has 148 hp and 400 nm, it would make a lot of sense for makets where diesel is more commonly used.

    • @d.w.j.1114
      @d.w.j.1114 8 месяцев назад

      This engine would be perfect for this if it comes in at 1500kg

  • @azmr111
    @azmr111 8 месяцев назад +3

    That interior shot looks like its from the new Hilux Champ

  • @taylornorman7010
    @taylornorman7010 8 месяцев назад +3

    WANT!! .. and definitely would prefer hybrid.

  • @reidkarges6199
    @reidkarges6199 8 месяцев назад +2

    If this comes to the North American Market I will 100% Purchase. I don’t care on the powertrain; hybrid is fine. I need a ladder frame, 4x4, locking rear differential all within 30-40k. Ohh and cool colour options! None of this grey/beige/white nonsense….

  • @Kirani21
    @Kirani21 8 месяцев назад +6

    🙏🏾 yessir! I don't like the idea of a TV on my dash!

  • @dannypinyan3949
    @dannypinyan3949 8 месяцев назад +3

    I just bought a 24 4 runner Tr D pro and it had a lot of options but it was 59. I think the new one will be much higher.

  • @jameszooski9053
    @jameszooski9053 8 месяцев назад +1

    Just took owner ship of a UNDER GOUND 4-runner LIMITED you never know what color it will be , black, gray, blue, prices going down fast , I paid 47,200, my MINI LAND CRUISER, love the center Differential, Full frame, full time 4 wheel drive, full time truck, Just use it to go hunting with my dogs in the north east near canada , Old guy retired .

  • @KreeH2023
    @KreeH2023 8 месяцев назад +3

    I will hope for a PHEV version ... maybe based on the Tacoma's 4x4 power train (if it ever happens). The Rav4 AWD power train is really a FWD with an electric motor for the rear wheels ... not really 4x4, even the Subaru setup is more "4x4" than the Rav4.

  • @HailCaesar-lm4bq
    @HailCaesar-lm4bq 8 месяцев назад +2

    TG they did not go with clam shell doors again. You can still buy last model new in Philippines

  • @TheBloodCrazed
    @TheBloodCrazed 8 месяцев назад +2

    They can announce it when but when will people actually be able to buy this or land cruiser at MSRP?

  • @racerxion88
    @racerxion88 8 месяцев назад +4

    I am so down to buy this... if they announce it I am going to my dealer immediately and putting money down

  • @71jvf
    @71jvf 4 месяца назад

    Fantastic. It will go well with my '07TRDand my '85FJ60. About 600,000 mi combined mileage, no problems with either. I want one!!

  • @psewgobind
    @psewgobind 8 месяцев назад +1

    Every city slicker is going to want this for parking potential and driving here in Toronto is like waging war.

  • @vovasava3498
    @vovasava3498 8 месяцев назад +1

    nice vid, BUT, 70 series is actually more expensive then prado on the markets where both of them are sold :) like Australia

  • @gullomic
    @gullomic 5 месяцев назад +1

    will it be better than Bronco sport or like that size?

  • @darknessislight3689
    @darknessislight3689 8 месяцев назад +1

    Kirk 🙌🏾 is The GOAT 😊 always the latest and best automotive news 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 I’m excited

  • @sommguy1792
    @sommguy1792 4 месяца назад

    Thst blue fj concept is so amazing. And this newer one in yellow jiat seems like a cube.

  • @gregjoubert5118
    @gregjoubert5118 8 месяцев назад +1

    This thing goes back to the FT-4X concept. I think that was shown in 17 or 18? Not sure I would have to look it up.

  • @WOOF95
    @WOOF95 8 месяцев назад +1

    I notice you don't go further west than Beverly Hills. Not enough action?

  • @toronado455
    @toronado455 8 месяцев назад +3

    Please explain why adding body cladding is a cost cutting measure?

    • @jensalan
      @jensalan 8 месяцев назад +1

      Plastic is almost always cheaper than metal. The more plastic they can get away with adding, the less metal there is to source and form. Plastic is lighter, probably cheaper to source, and they can make crazy shapes/forms a lot easier than with metal. For example, bumpers on most vehicles now are just plastic bumper covers. Trucks are one of the few exceptions that still have metal bumpers. But even then, they're moving more towards plastic bumper covers.

    • @toronado455
      @toronado455 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@jensalanBumpers yes, but I was talking about the body side cladding. There is metal under it. They are just covering it over with plastic at an added cost.

  • @vovasava3498
    @vovasava3498 8 месяцев назад +3

    nice vid, BUT, it's probably will not use tnga-f platform if they want it really cheap, it's rather imv-0 platform with ladder frame which is already used in hilux and fortuner, and the enigine suggest the same, cause it's still used in fortuner

    • @winterlantern5695
      @winterlantern5695 7 месяцев назад

      So why not just get a 4x4 fortuner

    • @vovasava3498
      @vovasava3498 7 месяцев назад

      @@winterlantern5695 I think this should be smaller and cheaper, more of Jimmy competitor not fortuner

  • @theluminary5324
    @theluminary5324 8 месяцев назад +12

    We didn't get the Suzuki Jimny...this will be the better option

    • @faheemabbas3965
      @faheemabbas3965 8 месяцев назад +4

      They probably made it to compete with the Jimny. I just hope this actually comes to the US knowing how these smaller cars usually don’t.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +1

      This will be Much better than a Suzuki!

    • @fortheloveofnoise
      @fortheloveofnoise 8 месяцев назад +3

      More reliable, but less cool factor.

  • @clarencedelacruz7822
    @clarencedelacruz7822 5 месяцев назад +1

    I really prefer to have the spare tire placed at the bottom for a cleaner appearance. But nonetheless, this is a contender for daily driver car!

  • @Clove_Parma
    @Clove_Parma 8 месяцев назад

    Toyota has needed a jimny cruiser for years, about time! This could be a huge sales success

  • @CJ-rk5eg
    @CJ-rk5eg 8 месяцев назад +2

    Is it coming to USA ??

  • @jordannet5233
    @jordannet5233 8 месяцев назад +1

    Fun fact:
    The interior render looks like the promotional photos from the Hilux Champ in Thailand

  • @ejaymallard
    @ejaymallard 4 месяца назад

    Dude this video was perfect! Thank you! I have been waiting for this car since the compact cruiser sneak peek!

  • @marrkeemark
    @marrkeemark 8 месяцев назад +3

    I’m so excited for this!

  • @michelarchambault1002
    @michelarchambault1002 8 месяцев назад +1

    Looking forward to this model since I have owned 2 FJ cruisers from 2006 to 2019. I looked at the new land cruiser but it is too expensive for me. Would like to see this FJ hybrid with at least 3500 pounds towing capacity.

  • @dirkcurritzki9585
    @dirkcurritzki9585 8 месяцев назад +6

    3-door ver would be cool

  • @austinc5103
    @austinc5103 8 месяцев назад +1

    Kirk, is this mini fj cruiser going to be the north american version of the hilux champ? same chassis? any resemblance with corolla pickup?

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  8 месяцев назад +1

      We'll see. It could be hilux champ platform..but that would reduce its chances of coming to NA

  • @eamonfr6526
    @eamonfr6526 8 месяцев назад +4

    Slow 2.7 would be a dream for me

  • @tommybarnhart6023
    @tommybarnhart6023 8 месяцев назад +6

    Paving the way for the Scout???

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 8 месяцев назад

      Body on frame, no paving required.

  • @fr4nn4
    @fr4nn4 8 месяцев назад +2

    Cannot shake the feeling this is related to the recently introduced Hilux Champ... Low cost/old tech and very similar front end shape/elements...

  • @isaiahjohnson2638
    @isaiahjohnson2638 8 месяцев назад +1

    Is this the same as the rumored mini land hopper, or are they two separate upcoming vehicles?

    • @LarsOlsen-f5m
      @LarsOlsen-f5m 8 месяцев назад

      No. Land Hopper is an electric bike.

  • @ProjectSimusFlorida
    @ProjectSimusFlorida 6 месяцев назад

    364k miles on my 2007 FJ. Will trade for this!

  • @dreday3169
    @dreday3169 8 месяцев назад +1

    Let's be real. Once these dealers see the love for this Toyota from consumers. They are going to mark it up. I really hope it's priced in the low low 20s

    • @mikej238
      @mikej238 8 месяцев назад

      what car is priced in the low low 20s? You're dreaming. You will be lucky to get one under 30

    • @lukesmith981
      @lukesmith981 8 месяцев назад

      Yup you’re dreaming. Stealerships will mark it up to $30,000 - $35,000. 😢

    • @mikej238
      @mikej238 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@lukesmith981 that will be MSRP no markup

  • @johnossendorf9979
    @johnossendorf9979 8 месяцев назад +5

    No infotainment system touch screen, no slushbox, no computer nannies to spoil any fun. I want 2.7 naturally aspirated, 6 speed manual transmission, full-time T-Case with shift lever, locking rear differential, A-Track, 16 inch wheels, A/C, power windows and locks that's about it.

  • @Mist3man4423
    @Mist3man4423 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the update Kirk. I was super-hyped for this car and so was every other enthusiaste. I hope it doesn't fall short of expectations.

    • @joelawrence56
      @joelawrence56 8 месяцев назад

      Thai built Champ uses slightly modified Hilux chassis which is built for Asia-Pacific in both L and RHD so makes total sense for FJ to be truly global product... but they'll never be able to satisfy demand!

  • @davids5313
    @davids5313 8 месяцев назад +1

    New prado stands out 😅saw one the other day looks 👍

  • @lennyross2813
    @lennyross2813 8 месяцев назад +2

    When did plastic=rugged??

  • @TheMors1975
    @TheMors1975 8 месяцев назад +1

    That dash looks exactly like the dj maybe with touchscreen etcétera but the overall location of dashboard looks exactly the same.

  • @CrumResearch
    @CrumResearch 8 месяцев назад

    Plug-in Hybrid with big battery and power outlets in an off-road vehicle like this would be super attractive to us. 35 kWh and NEMA 5-20 (20A 120V outlets?) Good way to mount antennas like Starlink, too. Yes, most desirable here in northern Utah, too. Towing hitch and hooks, for sure. Don't really need high water fording depth, but ground clearance and large tires are of interest.

  • @michaelh2343
    @michaelh2343 8 месяцев назад

    Toyota has been serving up softball content for the channel. Gee wiz, Toyota new line up has been amazing the last couple of year’s

  • @nissanzenkiboy
    @nissanzenkiboy 8 месяцев назад +3

    That Fj will sell so well in America
    And no way it will be marked in America for 30k that’s what a Se Camry goes for. This will at least be 40+

  • @aaronwalsh8469
    @aaronwalsh8469 8 месяцев назад +4

    That’s a lot of off road vehicles, Lexus gx, Lexus lx, Land Cruiser, 4Runner , fj Land Cruiser. Where will it be made? They gotta be moving some of their production out of the factory that makes all the land cruisers in Japan. The fact we are seeing the test 4Runner here in the USA says it might be made in North America.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  8 месяцев назад +8

      They have no production lines available for 4runner or FJ in USA. Japan is likely the only place in the Tahara factory.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  8 месяцев назад +5

      sorry not in USA CA or MX

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад +3

      Hino's Hamura plant built the FJ Cruiser, T100 pickup as well as many, many Prados.

    • @schorriemorrie_04
      @schorriemorrie_04 8 месяцев назад +2

      The dashboard shown is very similar to the Hilux Champ/IMV 0, if not exactly the same. That vehicle also has the 2.7 L 2TR-FE engine as an option. So my guess is it will be built in Thailand along side that vehicle. Of course the Corolla Cross was also first available in Thailand before anywhere else, but this might need more adjustments.

  • @DoneDeal2
    @DoneDeal2 8 месяцев назад +1

    U.S dealers would put an insane markup on these.

  • @tarapaul8212
    @tarapaul8212 8 месяцев назад +1

    Looks like the area near the back will be a blind spot for driving. Wish it was more windows

  • @zedbets
    @zedbets 8 месяцев назад

    Toyota just keeps making all the right moves. If they can pull this and the MR-2 off, it'll be amazing

  • @katrinsanchez8136
    @katrinsanchez8136 7 месяцев назад

    When more details come out you get would love to know 1. If they will be made/built in japan 2. If Rear window opens (for my doggies).

  • @rickcitizen7991
    @rickcitizen7991 8 месяцев назад +1

    The Land Cruiser Land Cruiser trim makes more since with this Land Cruiser FJ in the picture.

  • @KK-qi6mt
    @KK-qi6mt 8 месяцев назад

    Ladder frame? It looks like there will be a puckup version of this. If they throw in a mid gate on it it would be versatile and the perfect car

  • @blaisemasoka
    @blaisemasoka 8 месяцев назад

    Hopefully we get that here in the states , fingers crossed.

  • @tomycont
    @tomycont 8 месяцев назад +1

    I just bought a Forester Wilderness 😔. Didn't have updates on this car and assumed it wasn't happening.

  • @NoMarkUpGil
    @NoMarkUpGil 8 месяцев назад

    Kirk be wanting all their modles. I don't know how times I've heard "I want this" 😅
    It's okay, I feel the same way.

  • @ismaelcruz3315
    @ismaelcruz3315 8 месяцев назад

    Yes, 2.4 hybrid- perfect! I just hope it would come to the USA!

  • @williamkelly1519
    @williamkelly1519 8 месяцев назад

    I have a blue 2007 FJ 117k miles. I love it. This looks cheap as it stands now a Jeep.

  • @korewest
    @korewest 8 месяцев назад +3

    Toyota is just beating away at the 4x4 segment. Meanwhile Stellantis is busy trying to milk every dollar out of Jeep loyalists selling old platforms

  • @ryanpatterson9526
    @ryanpatterson9526 8 месяцев назад

    I LOVE it! If this doesn't make it to the US I'll take a hostage!

  • @BJ-sb9rk
    @BJ-sb9rk 8 месяцев назад +1

    I’m pro Honda but I absolutely love this!!

  • @Vertignasse82
    @Vertignasse82 8 месяцев назад +9

    Get ready for a two-year wait time. Like for most good Toyota vehicles. (At least that's the wait we have here in Canada)

    • @PWCDN
      @PWCDN 8 месяцев назад +5

      this is the only saving grace for Honda. People are still buying their cars because wait times for Toyota's are insane. They need to get their act together before Toyota figures out their supply issue.

  • @aeronYTco
    @aeronYTco 8 месяцев назад

    Is it better to have the spare tire inside or outside and why? Design-wise, spare tire mounted outside looks cool but are they convenient to remove and put back?

  • @cory4129
    @cory4129 8 месяцев назад +1

    If definitely be into this. Love my small offroaders

  • @thebeddoctor4273
    @thebeddoctor4273 8 месяцев назад +2

    This is what I'm most excited about. Lets hope toyota gives it some offroad chops. A rear locker would be sick.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 8 месяцев назад

      Yes!! It seems like Toyota has finally gotten the memo about rear lockers.