- Newest year: 2014
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2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 16–19 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser at a glance
The 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser covers 8 model years in the EPA database (24 configurations in all), rated 16–19 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $3,650 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD (18 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013; 2014 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 19 MPG, was reached in 2010, 2011 and 2012.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,650–$3,990 | Same EPA ratings as 2013 |
| 2013 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,650–$3,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $3,520–$4,040 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 17–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,820 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 17–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,020 | First year |
What the 2014 FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD costs to drive
Per month
$304
$3,650 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.08
Per 100 miles
$24.33
Five years
$18,250
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$590more a year
Class median $3,060 a year, MY2014
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser as for the 2013 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2013 section above.See 2013
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,650 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,660 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl AWD | 4.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $3,990 |
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,650–$3,990/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 18 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,520 to $3,650, $130 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,650 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,660 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl AWD | 4.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $3,990 |
2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
16–19 MPG · $3,520–$4,040/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,520, $80 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 20 | 19 | $3,520 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,630 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,040 |
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
17–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,820/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,440.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $3,520 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,820 |
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
17–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,840/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,460 to $3,440, $1,020 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
16–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,020/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
16–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,020/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 18 | $4,460 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $5,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG
16–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,730 |
| FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $5,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD: $4,970 in California and $3,190 in Texas, a $1,780 difference.
- California $4,970
- Washington $4,600
- New York $3,650
- Florida $3,450
- Texas $3,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2014 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2007-2014 (2007)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser get?
EPA rates the 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser at 16–19 MPG combined across 24 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2012 FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 19 MPG (17 city, 20 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 19 MPG, in 2010, 2011 and 2012. The lowest top rating, 18 MPG, was in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2013 and 2014.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. In 2014 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD costs about $3,650 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $3,650–$3,990 a year. That is a $340 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser 100 miles?
About $24.33 per 100 miles for the FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $24.33 and $26.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD is rated 17 city and 20 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 3 MPG.
How does the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser compare with other small SUV configurations?
The FJ Cruiser 4.0L 6-cyl 4WD costs about $3,650 a year to fuel, $590 more than the class median of $3,060, and less than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 168 rated small SUV configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser different from the 2013 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2013 and 2014: 3 configurations rated 16–18 MPG combined. See the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser for that year.