2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser

The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser brings a distinctive SUV design, a V6 engine, and four-wheel drive to shoppers considering a capable vehicle in Aurora, CO. At Stevinson Toyota East, this page brings together the FJ Cruiser’s configuration, pricing context, competitor comparisons, buying guidance, and ways to explore Toyota inventory and dealership support throughout the area. Shoppers can review how its powertrain and drivetrain differ from other 2012 SUVs, then connect with the team serving Aurora, Denver, Boulder, Lakewood, Arapahoe County, and surrounding Front Range communities.

Starting MSRP

$27,705

Horsepower

260 hp

Drivetrain

Four Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

How the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser Compares With Competitors

Pricing, power, fuel economy, towing, drivetrain, and fuel type can point different SUV shoppers toward different priorities. The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has a starting MSRP of $27,705; 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, favoring shoppers focused on four-wheel-drive configuration or drivetrain flexibility, respectively.

Against the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, the FJ Cruiser starts at $27,705 versus $26,825 and produces 260 hp versus 276 hp. The FJ Cruiser uses four-wheel drive, while the Santa Fe uses All Wheel Drive; the pricing and power differences may matter to shoppers weighing purchase cost against output.

The 2012 Dodge Durango starts at $28,995 and offers 290–360 hp, compared with the FJ Cruiser’s $27,705 starting MSRP and 260 hp. The Durango lists 5,000 lbs of maximum towing and Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive, while the FJ Cruiser’s four-wheel drive and regular unleaded fuel suit shoppers prioritizing its specific drivetrain and fuel configuration.

2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser Specifications and Configuration

The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser comes in one trim, giving shoppers a single configuration rather than a range of trim choices. Its SUV body style is paired with a 4.0 L V6 engine, 3,956 cc of displacement, and an automatic five-speed transmission.

• 260 hp at 5,600 rpm
• 271 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm
• Four-wheel drive
• Regular unleaded fuel

This configuration places the FJ Cruiser’s emphasis on V6 power and four-wheel-drive traction. The automatic transmission keeps the powertrain straightforward for shoppers seeking a traditional SUV setup.

Buying a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser in Aurora

Stevinson Toyota East serves Aurora and nearby Front Range communities from its Toyota dealership in Colorado. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so shoppers can search inventory for current Toyota options and explore available paths toward a vehicle that fits their needs.

Support extends beyond vehicle shopping, with factory-authorized care that includes oil changes, tire service, battery testing, brake service, air conditioning maintenance, and engine or transmission repairs. The dealership also supports online purchasing steps through Clicklane, including payment customization, trade values, financing decisions, and delivery scheduling.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Start with the FJ Cruiser’s single-trim structure, four-wheel drive, V6 engine, automatic transmission, and regular unleaded fuel requirement. These details define the vehicle’s configuration and make it easier to compare with SUVs offering different drivetrain or fuel arrangements.

Purchase planning should also account for costs beyond MSRP, including tax, title, registration, and dealer fees. Shoppers considering a trade can use the dealership’s trade-in tools as part of the buying process, while service support can help plan ownership after purchase.