His modern interpretation of the FJ Cruiser inherits the iconic grille and headlights, but finds the latter paired with secondary light units – split headlight clusters are all the rage right now after all. The side profile boasts notched fenders, strong hip and shoulder lines, and the FJ Cruiser’s signature sloping roofline. While the Bronco and Wrangler come in short-wheelbase two-door derivatives, Gonzales has envisaged the 2024 FJ only in long-wheelbase four-door form, but these doors can be fully removed, as can the roof.
Unlike the Compact Cruiser EV concept, this FJ Cruiser is still combustion-powered, but we have no doubt that the platform would be accommodating of hybridization in order to rival the Wrangler 4xe. Truth be told, we’re fans of the concept and feel that with a little more differentiation, Toyota could build a hardy retro 4×4 to ride on the coattails of the Bronco’s current popularity.