Toyota Tundra
All generations, specs and history
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By Felix Hartmann, Automotive Technology & EV Contributor
- Built
- 2000–present
- Generations
- 3
- Top power
- 326 kW (443 PS)
Timeline
Tundra generations
Click a generation for its own page
- Tundra XK30 2000–2006 · Pickup · 142–210 kW (193–286 PS)
- Tundra II 2007–2021 · Pickup · 176–284 kW (239–386 PS)
- Tundra III Current 2021–now · Pickup · 260–326 kW (354–443 PS)
Newest first · 3 generations since 2000
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2021
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2007
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2000
All generations by year: Tundra III (2021–now) · Tundra II (2007–2021) · Tundra XK30 (2000–2006)
Which one is mine?
Pick the year of first registration to see which generation it is.
- Tundra III 2021–present
- Tundra II 2007–2021
- XK30 2000–2006
Which Tundra to choose
Our verdict · Felix Hartmann
- For the strongest new truck: the i-Force Max hybrid with 326 kW and 790 Nm.
- For maximum towing: a third-generation configuration rated at up to 12,000 lb.
- For a used V8: a second-generation 5.7 from 2007–2021, the last Tundra V8.
- For off-road use: the TRD Pro, offered since 2015 and with the hybrid as standard in the third generation.
- For a used third-generation truck: check whether the engine debris recall has been carried out.
The smaller sister truck is covered in the guide to the Toyota Hilux, and Toyota's large SUVs in the guides to the Toyota Sequoia and the Toyota Land Cruiser 300. The main US rivals include the Ford F-150 and the GMC Sierra.
The Toyota Tundra is Toyota's full-size pickup truck for North America, built in the United States since the 2000 model year. Three generations have followed: the first was built in Princeton, Indiana; the second and third come from San Antonio, Texas. For its third generation of 2022 Toyota dropped the V8s in favour of a twin-turbo V6 and the i-Force Max hybrid with 326 kW (437 hp). The Tundra was Motor Trend Truck of the Year in 2000 and 2008 and won the NASCAR Truck Series championship every year from 2006 to 2018.
In short
- Generations: first (2000–2006 model years), second (2007–2021), third (since 2022, production from 3 December 2021).
- Second-generation 5.7 V8: 284 kW (381 hp) and 544 Nm, built from 2007 to 2021.
- Third generation: 3.4 twin-turbo V6 with 260 to 290 kW, or i-Force Max hybrid with 326 kW and 790 Nm; 10-speed automatic.
- Maximum towing 12,000 lb (about 5,400 kg) and payload 1,940 lb (about 880 kg) for the third generation.
Specs by version
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid · 1 version | |||||
| Tundra III · i-Force Max hybrid | 6 cyl · Hybrid V35A-FTS | 326 kW 443 PS437 hp | 790 Nm583 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2022 |
| Petrol · 6 versions | |||||
| XK30 · 3.4 V6 5VZ-FE | 6 cyl · Petrol 5VZ-FE | 142 kW 193 PS190 hp | 298 Nm220 lb-ft | — | 2000–2004 |
| XK30 · 4.0 V6 1GR-FE | 6 cyl · Petrol 1GR-FE | 176 kW 239 PS236 hp | 361 Nm266 lb-ft | — | 2005–2006 |
| XK30 · 4.7 V8 2UZ-FE | 8 cyl · Petrol 2UZ-FE | 183 kW 249 PS245 hp | 427 Nm315 lb-ft | Automatic | 2000–2004 |
| Tundra II · 4.6 V8 1UR-FE | 8 cyl · Petrol 1UR-FE | 231 kW 314 PS310 hp | 443 Nm327 lb-ft | — | 2010–2019 |
| Tundra II · 5.7 V8 3UR-FE | 8 cyl · Petrol 3UR-FE | 284 kW 386 PS381 hp | 544 Nm401 lb-ft | — | 2007–2021 |
| Tundra III · 3.4 i-Force twin-turbo V6 | 6 cyl · Petrol V35A-FTS | 290 kW 394 PS389 hp | 649 Nm479 lb-ft | 10-sp Automatic | 2022 |
Verified Manufacturer and type-approval data from our catalog · Sources and methodology
Toyota Tundra at a glance
| Specification | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|
| Production | since the 2000 model year; Princeton (Indiana) to 2008, San Antonio (Texas) |
| Generations | first (XK30/XK40), second (2007–2021), third (since 2022) |
| Platform (third generation) | GA-F body-on-frame |
| Cabs | regular, Access/Double Cab, CrewMax |
| Engines (third generation) | 3.4 twin-turbo V6 (V35A-FTS), i-Force Max hybrid |
| Gearbox (third generation) | 10-speed Aisin automatic |
| Max towing / payload (third generation) | 12,000 lb (5,400 kg) / 1,940 lb (880 kg) |
| Rear suspension (third generation) | coil springs or air springs |
Generations
| Generation | Model years | Plant | Engines |
|---|---|---|---|
| First (XK30 RWD, XK40 4WD) | 2000–2006 | Princeton, Indiana | 3.4 V6, 4.0 V6, 4.7 V8 |
| Second | 2007–2021 | San Antonio, Texas (all production from 2008) | 4.0 V6, 4.6 V8, 4.7 V8, 5.7 V8 |
| Third | since 2022 | San Antonio, Texas | 3.4 twin-turbo V6, i-Force Max hybrid |
All versions by generation are listed in the Toyota catalogue.
First generation (2000–2006)
The first Tundra was offered as a regular cab, an Access Cab and, later, a four-door Double Cab. The chassis code was XK30 for rear-wheel drive and XK40 for four-wheel drive. Motor Trend named it Truck of the Year 2000.
| Engine (first generation) | Years | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 5VZ-FE V6 | to 2004 | 142 kW (190 hp) | 298 Nm |
| 4.0 1GR-FE V6 | from 2005 | 176 kW (236 hp) | 361 Nm |
| 4.7 2UZ-FE V8 | to 2004 | 183 kW (245 hp) | 427 Nm |
| 4.7 V8 VVT-i | 2005–2006 | 210 kW (282 hp); rerated 202 kW (271 hp) for 2006 | 441 / 424 Nm |
The V6 came with a five-speed manual or an automatic, and the 4.0 V6 was offered with a six-speed manual; the V8 was automatic only. The 2006 rerating changed the published output but not the engine. Early trucks had problems: in 2009 Toyota recalled 2000–2003 models for rust in the rear crossmember. By January 2012, 533,000 trucks of the 2004–2006 model years had been recalled for ball-joint wear.
Second generation (2007–2021)
The second Tundra was offered as Regular Cab, Double Cab and the new CrewMax body. Its new 5.7-litre V8 had 284 kW (381 hp) and 544 Nm. Depending on the body, it could tow 9,000 to 10,400 lb (about 4,080 to 4,720 kg). Production moved entirely to San Antonio, Texas, in the second quarter of 2008. The Tundra won Motor Trend Truck of the Year a second time in 2008, and US sales peaked at 196,555 in 2007.
| Engine (second generation) | Years | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 V6 | 2007–2010 / 2011–2014 | 176 kW (236 hp) / 201 kW (270 hp) | — |
| 4.7 2UZ-FE V8 | 2007–2009 | 206 kW (276 hp) | 424 Nm |
| 4.6 1UR-FE V8 | 2010–2019 | 231 kW (310 hp) | 443 Nm |
| 5.7 3UR-FE V8 | 2007–2021 | 284 kW (381 hp) | 544 Nm |
Five- and six-speed automatic gearboxes were used. The luxury 1794 Edition arrived for 2014 and the off-road TRD Pro, with Bilstein remote-reservoir dampers and four-wheel drive, for 2015. In 2007 some early 5.7 V8s suffered camshaft failures, and 15,600 4x4 trucks were recalled for a rear propeller-shaft issue. Consumer Reports later rated the 2013 rear-wheel-drive Tundra as the full-size pickup with the highest predicted reliability.
Third generation (since 2022)
Toyota showed the first official photo of the new Tundra on 18 June 2021 and revealed it on 21 September 2021. Production in San Antonio began on 3 December 2021. The truck uses the GA-F body-on-frame platform. The rear axle uses coil springs or, on some versions, air springs.
| Engine (third generation) | Power | Torque | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 V35A-FTS twin-turbo V6 (i-Force) | 260 to 290 kW (348 to 389 hp) | 549 to 649 Nm | 10-speed automatic |
| i-Force Max hybrid (twin-turbo V6 + motor) | 326 kW (437 hp) | 790 Nm | 10-speed automatic with integrated motor |
No V8 is offered any more. The hybrid places its electric motor inside the gearbox housing; MotorWeek rates its towing capacity at just over 10,000 lb. The maximum towing capacity of the range is 12,000 lb (about 5,400 kg), and the maximum payload 1,940 lb (about 880 kg). Trims are SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro and the new top Capstone. The hybrid is standard on the TRD Pro and Capstone and optional from the Limited upwards.
Recalls and reliability
The third generation had an engine recall for machining debris left in the twin-turbo V6. It first covered 2022–2023 trucks and was later extended to non-hybrid trucks built from December 2022 to February 2024. Earlier generations had their own recalls, listed above, and in the 2007–2010 period the Tundra was also part of Toyota's accelerator-pedal recall.
Safety and sales
The 2022 Tundra earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award.
| Year | US sales |
|---|---|
| 2007 (peak) | 196,555 |
| 2024 | 159,528 |
| 2025 | 147,610 |
Photo gallery
Toyota Tundra evolution in numbers
Did you know?
- The Toyota Tundra has been around for 26 years: 3 generations in our catalog since 2000.
- The longest-running generation is the Tundra II (2007–2021): 14 years.
- The biggest jump in power came with the Tundra II: up to 284 kW (386 PS), 74 kW more than the Tundra XK30.
Most powerful version, kW
Figures from the 1cars catalog: power is the strongest version of each generation; generations without the figure are left out.
Toyota Tundra: first vs latest generation
| Spec | Tundra XK30 | Tundra III | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years | 2000–2006 | 2021–present | 21 years apart |
| Most powerful version | 210 kW (286 PS) | 326 kW (443 PS) | +116 kW (+55%) |
Oldest and newest generation in the 1cars catalog. Power is the strongest version of each; other rows are shown only when both generations have the figure.
Toyota Tundra in our rankings
More powerful than 75% of ranked pickup trucks in the 1CARS catalog (No. 5 of 20).
Toyota Tundra photos 6
FAQ
Does the new Toyota Tundra have a V8?
No. Since 2022 it uses a 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6, with or without the i-Force Max hybrid system.
How much can the Toyota Tundra tow?
Up to 12,000 lb (about 5,400 kg) for the third generation. The second-generation 5.7 V8 towed 9,000 to 10,400 lb.
Where is the Toyota Tundra built?
In San Antonio, Texas. The first generation was built in Princeton, Indiana.
How powerful is the Tundra i-Force Max?
326 kW (437 hp) and 790 Nm, through a 10-speed automatic.
What are the Tundra's known problems?
Frame-crossmember rust and ball joints on the first generation, early 5.7 camshaft failures, and an engine debris recall on 2022–2024 twin-turbo V6 trucks.
Data sources
Data checked by an editor against the sources below.
