2014 Toyota Tundra Overview + What's New
2014 is a big year for Toyota's full-size pickup. The first Japanese full-size pickup in history sees the dawn of its third generation as it gets a major refresh inside and out.
What's New
?A dramatic exterior redesign brings a sharper, boxier look. Inside the cabin changes are equally dramatic, with everything from the instrument panel and the center stack to the seating re-shaped for easier use. Keeping with the times and the competition, a new bevy of technology comes to the Tundra this year.
Notable additions include Toyota's Entune internet and smartphone-connected media system and a blindspot monitoring system that gives rear cross-traffic alerts. A rearview camera and a usb port come standard on every trim level for 2014, as well. Speaking of trim levels, 2014 introduces a new high-end western-themed trim, the 1794 Edition. Designed to compete with the likes of the Ford F150's King Ranch trim and Chevrolet Silverado 1500's High Country, the 1794 Edition touts upscale upholstery, along with special exterior and interior badging.
In an interesting move, Toyota has left the Tundra's engine and powertrain options unchanged for 2014.
The Tundra’s competition includes the Chevrolet Silverado 1500,the Ford F-150, the GMC Sierra 1500, the Nissan Titan , the Ram 1500 and the Honda Ridgeline.
2014 Toyota Tundra Bodystyles, Engines + Powertrains
Bodystyles?
The Tundra contines to be available with three different cabs: regular, extended (Double Cab) and crew (CrewMax). Extended and crew cabs come with four doors and can seat either five or six passengers.
While not as ultimately configurable as some of its competition, Toyota's largest does have 3 available bed sizes--a 5.5-foot short bed, a 6.5-foot standard bed and an 8.1-foot long bed. Regular cab-equipped Tundras come equipped with the long bed, Double Cab models offer a choice of standard and long beds (depending on trim) and Tundras sporting the cavernous CrewMax cab come only with the short bed.
Engines + Powertrains
?The new Tundra's powerplants remain unchanged from 2013. At the economical end of the heap is the 4.0-liter V6 that generates 270 hp and 278 lb.-ft. of torque. The 4.0-liter come with a 5-speed transmission and returns 16 mpg on city streets and 20 mph on the highway (17 mpg combined).
Next up is the 4.6-liter V8 that turns the tires with 310 hp and 327 lb.-ft. of torque. The V8 comes with a 6-speed transmission and delivers 15 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on highway stretches (16 mpg combined).
The Tundra's most powerful plant is the 5.7-liter V8 that dishes out 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. The 5.7-liter sees 13 mpg in city driving and 18 mpg on the highway (17 mpg in 4-wheel drive models) for a total EPA score of 15 mpg combined. Like the 4.6-liter, the 5.7-liter V8 comes with a 6-speed transmission.
Trims
?The Tundra is available in 5 flavors--SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum and the 1794 Edition.
Toyota's fullsize begins life as an SR and can be outfitted with either a Regular or Double Cab. Regular cab models come with the 4.0-liter V6, while Double Cab-equipped trucks have the 4.6-liter V8 available as an option.
Included features run the gambit from basics like cruise control, cloth seating, air conditioning, keyless entry, heated mirrors, power windows and door locks, 40/20/40 split bench seat, a tilting steering wheel and tow hooks for four wheel drive models to modern conveniences like a 6.1-inch touch screen for the Entune system, a rearview camera and a four- speaker sound system with CD and USB input.
Double cab equipped SR models receive additional bonus is in the form of an eight-way adjustable driver seat, 4 Way adjustable passenger seat, 2 extra speakers for the sound system, front and rear map lights and 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
A step up to the SR5 trim can be done only in double cab and CrewMax styles. Every SR5 model comes standard with the 4.6 liter v8 engine. SR5 models build on SR package features with touch is like a chrome rear bumper a sliding rear window, variable intermittent wipers and fog lights. Toyota’s Entune system also gets an upgrade to a 7-inch touchscreen display, along with satellite and HD Radio. Popular option packages for the SR5 trim include the TRD, delivering respectable offroad prowess through the addition of a serious off-road suspension, skid plates and all-terrain tires. An SR5 Upgrade package adds more creature comforts like an eight-way power adjustable driver seat and a front console.
Moving up to the Limited package automatically stuffs the 5.7 liter v8 engine under the hood and brings luxury touches like dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, power heated front seats, chrome heated side mirrors, a bed rail system and 20 inch alloy wheels.
Next step up is the Platinum trim, available only for CrewMax-equipped models. Platinum models build further on the Limited's features set with goodies like a sunroof, 12 JBL speakers for the sound system, ventilated front seats, power folding mirrors and unique 20-inch wheels.
Last is the 1794 edition, named after the ranch on which the Tundra assembly plant in Texas stands. Like the premium western-themed trims from competitors, the 1794 brings exclusive leather upholstery and badging inside and out. The 1794 trim can only be had in CrewMax-equipped models.
Safety
The 2014 Toyota Tundra comes with a full complement of airbags including front knee, front-side impact and cabin-length side-curtain airbags. In addition, stability control, traction control trailer, sway control and anti lock brakes come standard on every 2014 model.
In NHTSA testing regular cab- and double cab-equipped Tundras scored 3 out of 5 stars overall in crash testing, earning 3 out of 5 stars for frontal crash, 5 out of 5 stars for side crash and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover crash testing.
Crew cab-equipped models and 4 out of 5 stars in overall testing, garnering 4 out of 5 stars for frontal crash, 5 out of 5 stars for side crash and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover crash testing.
2014 is a big year for Toyota's full-size pickup. The first Japanese full-size pickup in history sees the dawn of its third generation as it gets a major refresh inside and out.
What's New
?A dramatic exterior redesign brings a sharper, boxier look. Inside the cabin changes are equally dramatic, with everything from the instrument panel and the center stack to the seating re-shaped for easier use. Keeping with the times and the competition, a new bevy of technology comes to the Tundra this year.
Notable additions include Toyota's Entune internet and smartphone-connected media system and a blindspot monitoring system that gives rear cross-traffic alerts. A rearview camera and a usb port come standard on every trim level for 2014, as well. Speaking of trim levels, 2014 introduces a new high-end western-themed trim, the 1794 Edition. Designed to compete with the likes of the Ford F150's King Ranch trim and Chevrolet Silverado 1500's High Country, the 1794 Edition touts upscale upholstery, along with special exterior and interior badging.
In an interesting move, Toyota has left the Tundra's engine and powertrain options unchanged for 2014.
The Tundra’s competition includes the Chevrolet Silverado 1500,the Ford F-150, the GMC Sierra 1500, the Nissan Titan , the Ram 1500 and the Honda Ridgeline.
2014 Toyota Tundra Bodystyles, Engines + Powertrains
Bodystyles?
The Tundra contines to be available with three different cabs: regular, extended (Double Cab) and crew (CrewMax). Extended and crew cabs come with four doors and can seat either five or six passengers.
While not as ultimately configurable as some of its competition, Toyota's largest does have 3 available bed sizes--a 5.5-foot short bed, a 6.5-foot standard bed and an 8.1-foot long bed. Regular cab-equipped Tundras come equipped with the long bed, Double Cab models offer a choice of standard and long beds (depending on trim) and Tundras sporting the cavernous CrewMax cab come only with the short bed.
Engines + Powertrains
?The new Tundra's powerplants remain unchanged from 2013. At the economical end of the heap is the 4.0-liter V6 that generates 270 hp and 278 lb.-ft. of torque. The 4.0-liter come with a 5-speed transmission and returns 16 mpg on city streets and 20 mph on the highway (17 mpg combined).
Next up is the 4.6-liter V8 that turns the tires with 310 hp and 327 lb.-ft. of torque. The V8 comes with a 6-speed transmission and delivers 15 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on highway stretches (16 mpg combined).
The Tundra's most powerful plant is the 5.7-liter V8 that dishes out 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. The 5.7-liter sees 13 mpg in city driving and 18 mpg on the highway (17 mpg in 4-wheel drive models) for a total EPA score of 15 mpg combined. Like the 4.6-liter, the 5.7-liter V8 comes with a 6-speed transmission.
Trims
?The Tundra is available in 5 flavors--SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum and the 1794 Edition.
Toyota's fullsize begins life as an SR and can be outfitted with either a Regular or Double Cab. Regular cab models come with the 4.0-liter V6, while Double Cab-equipped trucks have the 4.6-liter V8 available as an option.
Included features run the gambit from basics like cruise control, cloth seating, air conditioning, keyless entry, heated mirrors, power windows and door locks, 40/20/40 split bench seat, a tilting steering wheel and tow hooks for four wheel drive models to modern conveniences like a 6.1-inch touch screen for the Entune system, a rearview camera and a four- speaker sound system with CD and USB input.
Double cab equipped SR models receive additional bonus is in the form of an eight-way adjustable driver seat, 4 Way adjustable passenger seat, 2 extra speakers for the sound system, front and rear map lights and 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
A step up to the SR5 trim can be done only in double cab and CrewMax styles. Every SR5 model comes standard with the 4.6 liter v8 engine. SR5 models build on SR package features with touch is like a chrome rear bumper a sliding rear window, variable intermittent wipers and fog lights. Toyota’s Entune system also gets an upgrade to a 7-inch touchscreen display, along with satellite and HD Radio. Popular option packages for the SR5 trim include the TRD, delivering respectable offroad prowess through the addition of a serious off-road suspension, skid plates and all-terrain tires. An SR5 Upgrade package adds more creature comforts like an eight-way power adjustable driver seat and a front console.
Moving up to the Limited package automatically stuffs the 5.7 liter v8 engine under the hood and brings luxury touches like dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, power heated front seats, chrome heated side mirrors, a bed rail system and 20 inch alloy wheels.
Next step up is the Platinum trim, available only for CrewMax-equipped models. Platinum models build further on the Limited's features set with goodies like a sunroof, 12 JBL speakers for the sound system, ventilated front seats, power folding mirrors and unique 20-inch wheels.
Last is the 1794 edition, named after the ranch on which the Tundra assembly plant in Texas stands. Like the premium western-themed trims from competitors, the 1794 brings exclusive leather upholstery and badging inside and out. The 1794 trim can only be had in CrewMax-equipped models.
Safety
The 2014 Toyota Tundra comes with a full complement of airbags including front knee, front-side impact and cabin-length side-curtain airbags. In addition, stability control, traction control trailer, sway control and anti lock brakes come standard on every 2014 model.
In NHTSA testing regular cab- and double cab-equipped Tundras scored 3 out of 5 stars overall in crash testing, earning 3 out of 5 stars for frontal crash, 5 out of 5 stars for side crash and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover crash testing.
Crew cab-equipped models and 4 out of 5 stars in overall testing, garnering 4 out of 5 stars for frontal crash, 5 out of 5 stars for side crash and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover crash testing.
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