FJs do look dumb when they're stock, but they look great with a good lift and some nice wheels/tires. The downside is.... price. A mild lift for an FJ is pretty pricey and if you ever mess anything up off-road, the cost of repair is astronomical. If you want to go off-road and put big tires on it.... buy a Jeep and put a hard top on it.

In the real world, you'll be happier with the Edge. You're not going to go off-roading in the FJ. If you buy the big wheels and tires, you're going to end up with a vehicle that rides bad, handles worse, and drinks more gas. It'll look good, but you'll get used to the looks and it won't be a big deal anymore. The Edge is a good looking, good driving, and so far reliable crossover. I had one for a rental a little while ago and was EXTREMELY impressed. I honestly felt like it's build quality was on par with my Pilot. My Pilot rides a little better and has a more usable interior, but the Edge was right there....and that says a lot. I LOVE my Pilot.

To me, this is an extremely easy choice. Better build quality (yes... for the Ford), better ride, better handling, better interior, more comfortable, quieter, bigger interior, more options, etc etc.

The FJ gets the nods in the looks department, but only if you put a lift, wheels, and tires on it. That's not enough to justify the purchase to me.