Toyota Tundra

The Tundra’s 24-valve aluminum block 4.0-liter V-6 is now rated at 270 horsepower and 278 pounds-feet of torque, up 34 hp and 12 pounds-feet from the 2006-2010 Tundra. The extra power comes from improvements to the 4.0-liter V-6's dual-overhead-cam variable valve timing system.

The actual Tundra bare-bones hauler in spite of it's 18-inch steelies, vinyl fabric inside as well as unknown Extremely White/Graphite outside. The actual optionally available BX Function Pickup truck Bundle changed eight-way flexible chairs along with less complicated four-way chairs however additional energy home windows as well as hair rather than by hand run gear. Additionally regular had been the six-speaker AM/FM stereo system having a six-CD participant as well as additional jack port with regard to AUDIO gamers, along with a dual-zone environment manage program.

The new and improved 4.0-liter V-6 has dual VVT to manage cam timing for both the intake and exhaust valves. Within past due 2010, Toyota released the specialized support message with regard to second-generation Tundras as well as created manufacturing enhancements to lessen so-called “bed bounce” which brought numerous Tundra proprietors in order to grumble regarding trip high quality as well as comfort and ease from freeway rates of speed. New rear body mounts for double cab trucks do an excellent job at damping unwanted beaming and jounce at highway speeds. We’d consider this Tundra the best-riding empty Toyota half-ton we’ve tested.

The gearbox also seems to hold back fuel economy. The V-6 Tundra is rated 16/20 mpg city/highway compared with the F-150’s 17/23 mpg rating. The 4.0-liter Tundra has a final drive ratio choice of either a modestly fuel-efficient 3.90 or a work-oriented 4.10. Ours had the 3.90 rear axle.