Not Just Another Entry-Level Land CruiserIn stock form, the Land Cruiser FJ already shows what Toyota is going for. It’s smaller, easier to handle, and sits below the American Land Cruiser. But seeing it in Thailand, surrounded by finished builds and accessories, changes how I see it. The new FJ isn’t an entry-level Land Cruiser – it’s meant to be an off-road toy.Up close, the proportions stand out even more than those of the well-loved Suzuki Jimny. It looks like something you’d actually want to take down narrow trails, not just park and look at. Toyota clearly designed it for easy modification, so it’s less a budget Land Cruiser and more a blank canvas.That’s what makes it tough for those interested Americans. This is the kind of simple, rugged, customizable 4×4 right in the alley of enthusiasts, but Toyota is building it mainly for Southeast Asia. It’s made in Thailand with many local parts and intended for export, but not for markets with stricter rules.
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Author: Jacob Oliva
