2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 4.0L 6-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 4.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 5 to 6 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
14V475000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
Remedy: For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September…
Reported August 4, 2014. View on NHTSA
13V163000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured January 25, 2006 through February 23, 2013 and equipped with a Toyota Auxiliary Driving Lamp Kits mounted to the front bumper. These lamp assemblies include 55 watt bulbs and due to this wattage and mounting angle, the combination of the upper beam headlamps plus the auxiliary lamps are…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 55 watt bulbs with 35 watt bulbs, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Reported April 25, 2013. View on NHTSA
13V123000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012…
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on…
Reported April 9, 2013. View on NHTSA
13V098000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2013 FJ Cruiser passenger vehicles. The retractors for the front driver and passenger seat belts are mounted in the access door (rear door) panels of the vehicle. Due to insufficient strength of the access door panel, cracks may develop in the panel if the access door is repeatedly and forcefully closed over an extended period of time.
Remedy: The safety recall began on June 6, 2013. Toyota will mail an interim letter to owners late in April 2013. Remedy notifications to the owners for the repair will begin in late May 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Reported March 15, 2013. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser have?
4.0L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.