No Tundra love
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Gas guzzlers but quite honestly probably the best made out of the four. Overbuilt to an extent. If you don’t mind paying the high ticket price and terrible gas mileage? It’s a great truck.
I don’t think it’s not that they don’t get any love, it’s that Toyota has left it to rot on the vine.... where everyone else has updated their trucks in the same period of time, Toyota hasn’t. Doesn’t make it bad, just outdated compared to its competition. All that matters is that you personally like it.
IMO,
1) Strong brand loyalty with owners of each of the Big 3...tend to knock anything other than what they drive
2) Tundra platform is dated...2007, while other manufacturers have had several platforms since 2007
3) Big 3 has many drivetrain choices...leading to better gas mileage and tow ratings.
4) Creature features tend to be better with the Big 3...Whereas Toyota’s wheel house is practically and reliability.
I would love to own a pickup truck again, but drive too many miles per year (20,000 mi/yr) to justify the cost, depreciation, and gas mileage of owning one.
I wouldn’t worry about it , drive what you like...as with any topic there are so many opposing views!
1) Strong brand loyalty with owners of each of the Big 3...tend to knock anything other than what they drive
2) Tundra platform is dated...2007, while other manufacturers have had several platforms since 2007
3) Big 3 has many drivetrain choices...leading to better gas mileage and tow ratings.
4) Creature features tend to be better with the Big 3...Whereas Toyota’s wheel house is practically and reliability.
I would love to own a pickup truck again, but drive too many miles per year (20,000 mi/yr) to justify the cost, depreciation, and gas mileage of owning one.
I wouldn’t worry about it , drive what you like...as with any topic there are so many opposing views!
Do whatever works for you. If you like the Tundra and it checks all your boxes, happy motoring... or towing... or hauling. If I'm not mistaken, the Tundra fuel economy is significantly worse than other full size options.
I don't understand why every model in every brand lineup keeps getting bigger and bigger and bigger. Look at the original RAV4 and Highlander, and look at how big they've gotten. They aren't even in the same category anymore. And holy wow, today's pickup trucks are huge. And we all act like the parking spaces are suddenly too small LOL
I don't understand why every model in every brand lineup keeps getting bigger and bigger and bigger. Look at the original RAV4 and Highlander, and look at how big they've gotten. They aren't even in the same category anymore. And holy wow, today's pickup trucks are huge. And we all act like the parking spaces are suddenly too small LOL
I love the Tundra. My company truck is badly beat up (not by me) but it still runs fine with HARD miles on it. The trim and interior electronics (P-windows, etc.) is pretty much garbage though. Otherwise its rock solid. I would buy one in a heartbeat except for the price. They don't want to deal at all, so I bought a RAM last year.
JHZR2
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My FIL had one for a time. Front frame and brake line rust. Ran fine, but for making money (they’re all trucks for his business), he has done better with Fords. He did have a T100 before going to Ford, and getting more longevity, less rust, and greater capacity and performance in severe service.
The truck market is crowded with good trucks. Ugly trucks almost entirely across the board, too much crazy headlights and massive front ends. But lots of updates, more power, more economy, more tech. So why would someone pay a premium for a truck that hasn’t been updated? It appeals to some. Its not a bad choice. It all depends upon what you want...
The truck market is crowded with good trucks. Ugly trucks almost entirely across the board, too much crazy headlights and massive front ends. But lots of updates, more power, more economy, more tech. So why would someone pay a premium for a truck that hasn’t been updated? It appeals to some. Its not a bad choice. It all depends upon what you want...
I love my 2017 Tundra. Nothing but oil changes and 1 set of tires so far in 42,000 miles. The dash board is the only thing i HATE about the truck. Non stop creaking squeaking etc. I've spent hours over the last 3 yrs chasing them down.. So far I've got them all..My mpg avg for 41,841 miles is 16.4. Gas mileage is what it is.
Welcome to the Tundra club! I own a 2018 limited myself. It is very thirsty and probably closer to a 3/4 ton than half ton.
I think resell is good and will probably get better as people realize it is likely to be the last Toyota V8 and doesn’t have DI and/or cylinder deactivation like the others.
A quick tip... if you think the acceleration is sluggish press the tow/haul button. It makes a huge difference, but I usually don’t use it.
If you are planning to tow a lot you may want to look into a transmission cooler. For some reason Toyota removed the factory cooler in 2019. I heard it was likely related to the AC refrigerant change. I lucked out with my 2018 as I got the safety features (adaptive cruise control and forward collision assist) new for 2018 and the factory transmission cooler.
I think resell is good and will probably get better as people realize it is likely to be the last Toyota V8 and doesn’t have DI and/or cylinder deactivation like the others.
A quick tip... if you think the acceleration is sluggish press the tow/haul button. It makes a huge difference, but I usually don’t use it.
If you are planning to tow a lot you may want to look into a transmission cooler. For some reason Toyota removed the factory cooler in 2019. I heard it was likely related to the AC refrigerant change. I lucked out with my 2018 as I got the safety features (adaptive cruise control and forward collision assist) new for 2018 and the factory transmission cooler.
Sorry-none of the payload or towing specs indicate it's a 3/4 ton truck. I'm aware of the specs on rear axle-but the rear axle still doesn't make it a 3/4 ton truck.
JHZR2
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Lol yeah, it is what it is... with weight and poor aerodynamics comes poor mpgs. ADD 4wd losses and these things just add up.
And it does make what? 381 hp/400lb-ft or something?
It’s a great truck. You’ll love it.
Still love mine after 50,000 miles. It does everything I’ve ever asked of it with zero fuss or unscheduled maintenance.
Still love mine after 50,000 miles. It does everything I’ve ever asked of it with zero fuss or unscheduled maintenance.
my 2003 is eaisly the best purchase in transportation i have ever made.since new has had only a o2 sensor and a starter needed outside of normal maintance. the best reason to buy a new tundra now is no cam phasors to go bad and no afm to fail . if you buy any new dodge ford or chev -you better get the extended warranty as you will need it when the engine fails around 90k
ls1mike
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Tundra is a fine truck. It will serve you well. If it works for you it is good. Who cares what anyone else thinks. My issue with it is you are getting MPGs like my Gasser 1 ton, but not the payload or towing capacity which for me is important when lugging 35 feet of travel trailer. Plus the gas one ton will be just as reliable. The draw of a 1/2 is ride quality and MPG. I find the Tundra to be very comfortable but if my mpg is going to suck and I am going to pay what they want...I am headed over to a 3/4 ton or better.
ls1mike
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When I bought my 2011 Tundra in early 2012, I got it cheaper than a comparable F-150 or Silverado. It has plenty of power and handles all the towing and hauling I do with ease. I do think when they were first introduced in 2007 they were quite a bit heavier built than the competition. It took the Big 3, two or three years to catch up to the Tundra. Problem was Toyota did not keep up with the competition. Don't regret buying mine at all.
Having owned a cpl 3/4 and 1 ton pick ups,the Tundra is no where near a 3/4 truck .I had a Ram 2500 Cummins prior to my current Tundra.No comparison other than they are both pick ups and have 4 doors.
Nice truck and I'm sure you'll love it. Honestly it seems like the vast majority of folks love whatever 1/2 ton they choose regardless of make. In my opinion there is no wrong choice, just pick whichever one you like the best. For me it was the Ram.
90k miles. Is that an exact figure?
Toyota sells the best new 15 y.o. trucks. Tundra, Tacoma, Sequoia, and Landy are all downright ancient.
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