Engine Highlights
- New 4.0-liter V6 produces 245 horsepower and 282 lb-ft. of torque, about a 30-percent increas over previous models.
- V8 gains variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i), upping horsepower from 240 to 282. Torque has increased by 10 lb-ft. to 325 lb-ft.
- Both engines feature a new electronic throttle control system with intelligence (ETCS-i) to help optimize performance and fuel economy.
- Both engines run on regular-grade gasoline.
Tundra Manual Transmission
A new six-speed manual transmission replaces the five-speed manual in V6 Tundras. A five-speed automatic is optional.
Model Changes
- 4WD Tundra V6 Access Cab models are no longer offered.
- There's a new 2WD regular cab V8 with a bench seat, color-keyed grille, chrome bumper and AM/FM CD stereo with four speakers.
- Double Cabs are now available with a 60/40 split front bench seat.
Body Alterations
- Headlights and taillights have been redesigned.
On the Inside
- The Tundra's instrument gauge panel has been redesigned.
- An optional navigation system is available on Access Cab Ltd. and Double Cab trucks.
- Rear seat passengers have their own heat and AC ducts.
- A rear seat audio and DVD entertainment system with wireless headphones is available on Double Cabs.
- The rear 60/40 seat folds and tumbles to allow cargo.
Payload and Towing
- Payload ranges up to 2,025 pounds (varies by model)
- Most V8 Tundras can tow up to 7,100 pounds
- A Towing Package is available on all V8 Tundra trucks:
- Class IV tow hitch
- Seven-pin connector with converter
- 130-amp alternator
- Supplemental transmission oil cooler
4WD and Offroad
- The Tundra's Touch Select system has dash-mounted buttons to switch the electronically controlled transfer case between 2WD, 4WD "high" and 4WD "low" modes.
- An optional Off-Road Package is available for V8 Double Cabs and Access Cabs.
Tundra Truck Trim Levels
SR5 Trucks
- color-keyed front bumper and grille with chrome accents
- chrome rear bumper
- color-keyed overfenders with integrated and contoured mudguards
- air conditioning
- cruise control (with V6 SR5 Extra Value Package)
- variable intermittent windshield wipers
- tilt steering wheel
- captain's chair front seats are standard with V6 manual-transmission trucks and optional on other SR5s
Limited Trucks add:
- color-keyed exterior trim
- fog lamps
- enhanced JBL audio system with eight speakers on Double Cab Limiteds
- quarter and power-sliding rear windows with privacy glass
- remote keyless entry and an anti-theft system
More Options
- Leather trim package and captain's chair front seats with power-adjustable driver's seat and optional seat heaters on Double Cab trucks.
- Super Sport Shell developed for the Double Cab by SNUGTOP.
Toyota Warranty
- 36-month/36,000-mile new-vehicle limited warranty
- 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty
- 60 month corrosion perforation warranty
MSRP Price Range:
$16,495 to $33,615
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