2022 Toyota Tundra

　　

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2022 Toyota Tundra Review

byRyan ZumMallenContributor

　　Ryan ZumMallen has worked in the automotive industry since 2012. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Ryan has also contributed to Road & Track, Autoweek, Trucks.com and more. In 2019, Ryan published his first book, Slow Car Fast, on the millennial generation and its unique take on modern car culture.

　　, rating written byRyan ZumMallenSenior Vehicle Test Editor

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　　A redesigned Toyota Tundra is finally here for 2022. This is Toyota's full-size truck, and its new third generation is a welcome successor to the long-running second generation made from 2007 all the way to 2021. Recent versions of that old Tundra trailed behind the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 in just about every category.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr Double Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$185/mo  for Tundra SR

　　Tundra SR

　　SR 4dr Double Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $35,950 MSRPSR 4dr Double Cab LB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $36,280 MSRPSR 4dr CrewMax SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $38,000 MSRPSR 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $38,950 MSRPSR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $39,280 MSRPSR 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $41,000 MSRPSR5 4dr Double Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $41,455 MSRPSR5 4dr Double Cab LB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $42,765 MSRPSR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $43,505 MSRPSR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $44,455 MSRPSR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $44,815 MSRPSR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $45,765 MSRPSR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) (Most Popular) - $46,505 MSRPSR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $47,815 MSRPLimited 4dr Double Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $47,550 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $49,600 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $49,930 MSRPLimited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $50,550 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $52,600 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $52,930 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $53,000 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $53,330 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $56,000 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $56,330 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $57,690 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $58,020 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $60,690 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $61,020 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $61,090 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $61,420 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $64,090 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $64,420 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $58,390 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $58,720 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $61,390 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $61,720 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $61,790 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $62,120 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $64,790 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $65,120 MSRPTRD PRO 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $67,505 MSRPCapstone 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $74,230 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　Key enhancements for the new 2022 Tundra include an overhauled frame, a new rear suspension, new powertrains and a more modern interior design. Under the hood is your choice of two turbocharged V6 engines. The base turbo V6 makes about as much power as the old Tundra's V8 (389 horsepower) but generates more torque, which is helpful for towing, and boasts considerably better EPA-estimated fuel economy. The optional hybrid V6 version, called i-Force Max, uses a battery located under the rear seats to power an electric motor that gives the Tundra even more muscle over the standard V6.

　　Toyota also made several key changes to the Tundra's underpinnings that improve on-road performance. It replaced the traditional leaf-spring rear suspension — commonly found on full-size trucks due to their durability and toughness — with modern coil springs in the back to provide a smoother ride. The Tundra now joins the Ram 1500 and F-150 Raptor as the only trucks in this class to use rear coils. There's also a new frame design to enhance the truck's toughness and capability. The Tundra's maximum towing capacity of 12,000 pounds isn't best-in-class, but that's still plenty for most light-duty truck owners.

　　The 2022 Toyota Tundra is also leaps and bounds more technologically impressive than its predecessor. Wallet-friendly versions of the Tundra come with an 8-inch touchscreen, and on the options list is an enormous 14-inch touchscreen mounted to the center dash. The upgraded touchscreen is loaded with a high-resolution display and brings quicker responses to user inputs. No matter which boxes you tick, all Tundras feature wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, along with a voice recognition system that allows for more natural language and commands.

　　We're impressed with the new Tundra's improvements relative to its predecessor. But there are still a few minor areas where the 2022 Tundra comes up a bit short compared to the competition. Check out our test team's Expert Rating for our in-depth report on the Tundra's performance, comfort, utility and more.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

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　　Good

　　8.0

　　out of 10

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Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the Tundra drive? While the loss of the snarling 5.7-liter V8 might cause some concern among the Tundra faithful, the turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 is more than a suitable replacement. There's a substantial amount of torque on tap, even at low rpm, and the 10-speed automatic transmission shifts quickly and smoothly. In our testing, a 4WD Tundra accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds, which is respectably quick. That power makes it easy to merge with traffic and pass on the open highway without a second thought.

　　Braking is similarly solid. Our panic-braking test from 60 mph saw the Tundra stop in 131 feet — that's a bit better than average — and that was with the TRD Off-Road package's more rugged tires that our test truck had. The light and accurate steering makes it easy to guide the truck down tight backcountry roads and can occasionally feel like the smaller Tacoma.

　　That TRD Off-Road package that our test truck had includes a locking rear differential and additional off-road driving modes, but it didn't seem to appreciably improve the truck's off-roading capability. This is a big truck and its long wheelbase means the underbody can easily hang up on seemingly easy obstacles. If you're going to hit up any trails in the Tundra, you'll probably want to get the TRD Pro.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Tundra? This Tundra is a marked improvement over the previous generation. Seat comfort and interior noise levels are vastly improved, and the Tundra is a pleasant truck for covering long distances for both front and rear passengers. Though the V6 engine is less sonorous than the previously available V8, under full throttle the V6 sounds appropriately burly for a full-size truck.

　　The Ram 1500 still rules the class in outright ride quality, but the Tundra offers a fairly buttoned-down and jitter-free ride over most surfaces. The Tundra's straightforward climate control system is largely set it and forget it, but we appreciate the large buttons and dials even if some of the labeling can be tough to decipher in bright sunlight.

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