Although the entry-level 2024 SR Tundra comes with the 348-hp twin-turbo V-6 and is obtainable as an prolonged or crew cab (double cab and Crew Max, respectively, in ‘Yota vernacular), it’s restricted to manually adjusted seats, rolls on metal wheels, requires an upcharge for a primary trailer class IV hitch, and doesn’t enable for extra superior driver aids past the usual Toyota Security Sense 2.5 driver-assist system. Transferring to the SR5 rights all these wrongs with the aforementioned objects as both customary or as accessible content material. Horsepower goes as much as 389 on this mannequin, and torque jumps to 479 pound-feet. Including the TRD off-road bundle brings a lifted suspension with Bilstein dampers, and a bunch of further touches designed to take the brunt of occasional off-road use.

Engine, Transmission, and Efficiency

The 2024 Tundra provides three ranges of energy, all primarily based on a turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6. Within the base SR mannequin, the engine is tuned for 348 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque; in any other case, it makes 389 horses and 479 pound-feet. (The third is the 473-horsepower hybrid, which we assessment individually.) All use a 10-speed automated transmission. Outfitted with the 389-hp, twin-turbo V6, our Restricted check truck delivered a 6.1-second zero-to-60-mph time. Just like the Ram 1500, the Tundra makes use of coil-spring rear suspension that gives a smoother journey in day-to-day operation. The TRD Off-Street mannequin options all-terrain tires mounted on a particular set of black 18-inch wheels, a lifted suspension with Bilstein dampers, a rear locker, skid plates, mudguards, aluminum pedals, a leather-wrapped shift knob and, considerably curiously, a heated leather-based steering wheel. These in search of most off-road capabilities will need the TRD Professional (word: the TRD Off-Street and TRD Professional are two separate packages) with a 1.1-inch entrance elevate, 2.5-inch FOX Inside Bypass coil-overs and rear remote-reservoir shocks and a TRD PRO entrance stabilizer bar. The TRD Sport bundle goes within the different course, providing a half-inch lowered suspension and 20-inch wheels seeking a sportier look and sharper on-road conduct.

Towing and Payload Capability

With a 12,000-pound most tow score the 2024 Tundra can’t be thought of a light-weight within the towing and payload area, but it’s the least succesful within the half-ton class. The Ford F-150 leads with a 14,000-pound score, adopted by the Chevrolet Silverado’s 13,300 and the Ram 1500’s 12,750. The Max payload is 1940 kilos, leaving over 1300 kilos on the desk in comparison with Ford’s 3250-pound payload score.

Gas Economic system and Actual-World MPG

In customary, non-hybrid kind, the two-wheel drive 2024 Tundra is EPA-rated for as much as 20 mpg metropolis and 24 mpg freeway; four-wheel drive reduces these figures by 1 mpg every. Nevertheless, the Tundra delivered solely 19 mpg in our 75-mph freeway route, which is a part of our intensive testing routine. Moreover, that very same truck averaged simply 14 mpg total whereas in our fingers.

Inside, Consolation, and Cargo

Although the present Tundra is significantly better by way of materials high quality and design than the earlier technology, it fails to carry something new or revolutionary to the truck phase. There’s a thickset dashboard dotted with distinguished air vents and a thick, clean heart part that connects the door panels. Transferring up the trim hierarchy brings the same old materials and have upgrades culminating with the top-of-the-line Capstone’s semi-aniline leather-based upholstery, American Walnut inside trim, acoustically laminated aspect home windows, and heads-up show. Analog gauges and a small driver-information show are customary, however the high trim ranges have a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel gauge cluster. The middle console is voluminous, and there are many cubbies to gather the detritus of recent life. The prolonged cab (a.okay.a. Double Cab) is obtainable with both a 6.5- or 8.1-foot mattress whereas the crew cab (a.okay.a. CrewMax) is obtainable with both a 5.5- or 6.5-foot mattress. Choosing the shorter cab gained’t have an effect on front-row consolation however reduces the rear seat legroom from 41.6 inches within the crew cab to only 33.3 within the prolonged cab.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The SR and SR5 grade Tundras get the usual 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, however a 14-inch display screen is obtainable on the SR and is customary on the remainder of the lineup. That includes clear graphics, it dominates the middle of the sprint and incorporates a helpful quantity knob however lacks a tuning knob, and the controls on the steering wheel have restricted performance. Audio methods embrace a base six- (prolonged cab) or nine-speaker (crew cab) setup, however a 12 Speaker JBL Premium Audio system is customary on the Restricted and up; wi-fi charging is customary on the Platinum and better. Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are customary and a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot can be supplied.

Security and Driver-Help Options

All Tundras are stocked with the Toyota Security Sense 2.5 suite of driver-assistance expertise that features automated excessive beams, lane departure alert with steering help, and extra. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic Alert and trailer detection are customary on Limiteds and up. For extra details about the Tundra’s crash-test outcomes, go to the Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance coverage Institute for Freeway Security (IIHS) web sites. Key security options embrace:

• Commonplace forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking
• Commonplace lane-departure warning and lane-keeping help
• Commonplace adaptive cruise management

Guarantee and Upkeep Protection

Toyota’s restricted and powertrain warranties align with what’s supplied on each different full-size pickup truck. Nevertheless, Toyota’s complimentary scheduled upkeep is unmatched.

• Restricted guarantee covers three years or 36,000 miles
• Powertrain guarantee covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
• Complimentary upkeep is coated for 2 years or 25,000 miles

Extra Options and Specs