Toyota Land Cruiser J40
The indestructible Japanese icon that conquered the world's toughest terrain.
- Power
- 135 bhp
- Top speed
- 87 mph
- Est. value
- $35k–$95k
About the Toyota Land Cruiser J40
The J40-generation Land Cruiser is the definitive Japanese off-roader, renowned for its legendary reliability and utilitarian design. By 1978, the FJ40 had matured with the 4.2-litre '2F' engine and front disc brakes, offering improved drivability while retaining its rugged leaf-sprung character. Its short wheelbase and part-time four-wheel-drive system made it a formidable mountain climber, often compared to the Jeep CJ and Land Rover Series III. Today, it is a blue-chip collector vehicle, prized for its simplicity and the ease with which it can be maintained or restored.
Toyota Land Cruiser J40 specs
The Toyota Land Cruiser J40 produces 135 bhp (101 kW) and 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).
| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Land Cruiser |
| Generation | J40 |
| Trim | FJ40 |
| Years | 1960–1984 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $5,800 when new |
| Engine | 4.2-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,230 cc (4.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 135 bhp (101 kW) at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,480 kg (3,263 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 91 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Toyota Land Cruiser J40 worth?
A typical Toyota Land Cruiser J40 is estimated to be worth $35,000 – $95,000 (about £26,000 – £71,000).
Its original price when new was about $5,800.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Toyota Land Cruiser J40 rarity in CarSpot
The Toyota Land Cruiser J40 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 35 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Toyota Land Cruiser J40 fun facts
- The FJ40 was Toyota's best-selling model in the United States for several years during the 1960s.
- The 'F' in FJ40 stands for the engine family, while the 'J' stands for Jeep, a nod to its early development as a military utility vehicle.
- While Japanese production ended in 1984, a variant called the Bandeirante continued to be manufactured in Brazil until 2001.
