Here’s a holiday season “sneak peak” image that shows the practical interior of the upcoming Toyota FJ Cruiser.

The official photo shows designers have carried the tough, straight-forward and functional theme of the exterior into the cabin.

They have created a functional and flexible interior that is ideal for outdoor recreational activities with a dark interior colour scheme that camouflages dirt and easy-to-clean materials.

Seat facings are water repellent and provide good ventilation, while a rubber-like floor surface makes it easier to clean.

The central faceplate on the dash and the door inserts are colour-keyed to the exterior, while large door handles, knobs and dials are designed for easy operation – even when wearing gloves.

Normal seating configuration is for five people, but the rear seats can be folded flat and the seat cushions removed to accommodate extra gear.

The FJ Cruiser pays homage to the LandCruiser FJ40 that began life in the 1960s and forged a formidable "go anywhere" reputation.

While it retains the spirit of the past, FJ Cruiser is totally modern with features – such as air-conditioning, a reverse camera and keyless entry – that might have seemed more at home 40 years ago on the futuristic cartoon series The Jetsons.

FJ Cruiser is due to be launched in Australia in March.

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