2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid

　　

2024 Toyota Tundra Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.

　　, rating written byChristian WardlawSenior Vehicle Test Editor

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　　Toyota last redesigned the Tundra in 2022, so the latest generation of this full-size pickup truck continues into 2024 with no major changes. After all, the automaker has its hands full with the launch of a completely redesigned 2024 Tacoma midsize truck. As such, the 2024 Tundra is still available in two cab styles, with two engines, three bed lengths, and several trim levels ranging from budget-friendly to opulently outfitted. Naturally, there is an off-road-tuned version of the Tundra, as well as an off-road suspension package for other trims and an available factory-installed 3-inch lift kit.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 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

　　$175/mo  for Tundra Limited

　　Tundra Limited

　　Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $57,625 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $57,955 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) (Most Popular) - $60,625 MSRPLimited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $60,955 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $65,705 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $66,035 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $68,705 MSRPPlatinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $69,035 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $66,405 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $66,735 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $69,405 MSRP1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $69,735 MSRPTRD PRO 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $72,130 MSRPCapstone 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) - $78,845 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　Depending on the configuration, the Tundra can tow up to 12,000 pounds and carry 1,940 pounds of payload. Those numbers fall short of primary rivals, especially our top pick in this segment, the Ford F-150. Nevertheless, the Tundra's bold styling and all-around competence make this Toyota pretty easy to recommend. Be sure to read our full Expert Rating of the Tundra to learn 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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