Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD
18 MPG The 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 833 gallons, $2667 a year in fuel, or $0.178 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 2007–2014 run it averages 18.4 MPG, essentially flat across 8 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.139 | $1389 | $2083 | $2778 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.167 | $1667 | $2500 | $3333 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.178 | $1778 | $2667 | $3556 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.194 | $1944 | $2917 | $3889 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.222 | $2222 | $3333 | $4444 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.250 | $2500 | $3750 | $5000 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.278 | $2778 | $4167 | $5556 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 18 MPG | 16 | 20 | $3450 | 499 | 1 |
| 2013 | 18 MPG | 16 | 20 | $3450 | 499 | 1 |
| 2012 | 19 MPG | 17 | 20 | $3300 | 468 | 1 |
| 2011 | 19 MPG | 17 | 22 | $3300 | 468 | 1 |
| 2010 | 19 MPG | 17 | 22 | $3300 | 468 | 1 |
| 2009 | 18 MPG | 17 | 21 | $4300 | 494 | 1 |
| 2008 | 18 MPG | 16 | 20 | $4300 | 494 | 1 |
| 2007 | 18 MPG | 17 | 21 | $4300 | 494 | 1 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 70 sport utility vehicle - 2wd models tracked here, the Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD ranks 41 on current figures, against a class average of 20.8 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Buick Rendezvous FWD (19), Cadillac SRX 2WD (19), Hyundai Veracruz 2WD (19), Infiniti FX35 RWD (19), Pontiac Aztek FWD (19).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 499 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 7.5 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD get?
The 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD is rated at 18 MPG combined by the EPA — 16 city and 20 highway. Across all 8 model years in the database it averages 18.4 MPG, ranging from 18 to 19 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD cost in fuel per year?
At 18 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 833 gallons — roughly $2667 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.178 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 2014 model is $3450.
Has the Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD become more efficient over time?
Barely. It sits at 18 MPG today against 18 in 2007 — essentially flat across 8 model years, with efficiency gains offset by weight and power creep.
Is the Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD efficient for its class?
It ranks 41 of 70 in the Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD class on current figures, against a class average of 20.8 MPG. That is 2.8 worse than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.