2017 Toyota Tundra review
Toyota Tundra highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Two powerful V8 engine choices
- Off-road-specific TRD Pro model is impressive when the road runs out
Cons
- Fuel economy trails top rivals
- Suspension is firm and jarring on less-than-perfect roads
Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 17 highway, 15 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Own the road with the power of a full-size Toyota Tundra
If you're looking for a full-size truck with big pulling muscle and off-road abilities, the Toyota Tundra is built for demanding jobs and conditions. The 2017 model, which is part of the pickup's second generation, delivers the power of choice with three body styles, three bed lengths, and six well-equipped trims. You'll also benefit from standard V8 performance with two potent engine choices: a 4.6L V8 or a 5.7L V8.
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What is new for the 2017 Toyota Tundra?
- Tundra trims have been upgraded with Remote Start as standard equipment this year.
- The TRD Pro trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
- The SR trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
2017 Toyota Tundra trims
SR: Includes 18-inch styled steel wheels, 40/20/40 split fold-down front bench seat, Entune™ Audio with 6.1-inch touchscreen display, integrated backup camera, Bluetooth® wireless connectivity, and more.
SR5: Adds chrome grille and surround, chrome front and rear bumper end caps, fog lights, Entune Audio Plus with connected navigation app, seven-inch high-resolution touchscreen, and more.
Limited: Adds 20-inch machined-finish alloy wheels, deck rail system, leather-trimmed front bucket seats with center console, heated front seats with power driver and passenger seating, integrated trailer brake controller, and more.
Platinum: Adds 20-inch alloy wheels; power tilt/slide moonroof; black premium perforated leather-trimmed seats; heated and ventilated front seats; memory system for driver's seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel; and more.
1794 Edition: Adds 1794 Edition badging, Western-themed interior, brown premium perforated leather-trimmed seats, Ultrasuede® seat inserts, wood-style trim, and more.
TRD Pro: Adds 18-inch five-spoke TRD Pro alloy wheels, TRD aluminum front skid plate, TRD Pro leather-trimmed front bucket seats with red contrast stitching, and more.
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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Toyota Tundra
1. V8 powertrains
The 2017 Toyota Tundra is equipped with standard V8 power to tackle big jobs. The base engine is a 310 hp 4.6L V8 with 327 lb-ft of torque (standard on SR and SR5), which can tow an estimated 6,800 lbs. when properly equipped.
2. Many cab and bed configurations
If you're looking for a full-size pickup for around the job site or home, the 2017 Toyota Tundra offers several body styles with different cab and bed configurations to suit your needs. Regular Cab models (available on the SR trim) provide seating for three passengers with an 8.1-ft bed, while Double Cab Tundras (available on SR, SR5, Limited, and TRD Pro trims) seat six passengers and offer 6.5-ft or 8.1-ft bed lengths. The CrewMax (available on 2017 Toyota Tundra SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and TRD Pro trims) is king of the road for comfort, offering seating for five passengers, 42.3 inches of rear-seat legroom, and a 5.5-ft bed. Whatever your needs, the 2017 Tundra works hard to serve.
3. Off-Road TRD Pro
Looking for a full-size truck to navigate off-road adventures? The 2017 Toyota Tundra has a TRD Pro trim that's made to dominate. This model pairs TRD-tuned springs to oversize 2.5-inch Bilstein® shocks for two inches of extra lift in the front for traveling over tough terrain, while the rear also gets Bilstein shocks with TRD off-road leaf springs for extra dampening. Eighteen-inch black alloy wheels allow the 2017 Tundra TRD Pro to claw through rugged surfaces, and the heavy-duty aluminum skid plate protects the truck's underside from rocks and debris. When you fire up the V8 engine, your senses will awaken to the sound of the TRD performance dual exhaust system's throaty growl.
4. Smart storage
Whether transporting your crew or family, the 2017 Toyota Tundra offers smart storage solutions to keep belongings organized. CrewMax models come standard with a fixed center console with a covered storage compartment to keep your measuring tape and notebook close at hand. Double Cab and CrewMax Tundras also feature split fold-up rear seats that create more usable cabin space for loading cargo. Adding the available overhead console keeps small items, like sunglasses, conveniently positioned to grab and go. All 2017 Tundras also come standard with a glove compartment to keep essentials within reach.
5. Driver aids
The Toyota Tundra features several standard driver aids to help you feel confident behind the wheel. All 2017 models include an integrated backup camera to simplify reverse parking moves or hitching up a trailer. Cruise control is also included on all trims to ensure a comfortable drive. The standard trailer-sway control, which is an electronic system that maintains handling under adverse conditions, makes hauling heavy loads easier and stress-free. A blind-spot monitoring system with cross-traffic alert is available on all trims (except the SR) to identify vehicles lurking in the truck's blind spot.
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17-inch steel wheels
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Toyota Tundra an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Toyota Tundra 6th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Toyota TundraToyota Tundra features and specs
SR 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Entune
- Long Bed
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Alloy Wheels
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.7L
Horsepower
381
Torque (ft-lbs)
401
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
26.4
Wheelbase
145.7"
Overall length
228.9"
Width
79.9"
Height
75.8"
Leg room
F 42.5"
Head room
F 39.7"
Front tires
P255/70TR18
Rear tires
P255/70TR18
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
1050/10500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Toyota Tundra FAQ
All 2017 Toyota Tundra models come standard with rear-wheel drive or available 4WDemand part-time 4WD, except for the off-road TRD Pro, which uses standard 4WDemand part-time 4WD.
The 2017 Toyota Tundra does not come standard with a remote start system; however, Genuine Toyota Accessories does offer an available remote engine starter for models equipped with a remote keyless entry system or Smart Key System. Remote start functionality may require the purchase of a subscription plan and/or a compatible device like a smartphone. See the owner's manual or manufacturer website for more information.
The 2017 Tundra must include an available remote engine starter and Toyota's remote keyless entry system or Smart Key System. Remote start functionality may require the purchase of a subscription plan and/or a compatible device like a smartphone. See the owner's manual or manufacturer website for more information. To start the engine, press the lock button on the remote, then press it again within one second. Press and hold the lock button a third time for a least three seconds and the engine will activate.
All 2017 Toyota Tundra Regular Cab, Double Cab, and CrewMax models come standard with a front bench seat with a fold-down center console. Front bucket seats are available in Double Cab and CrewMax models.
More about the 2017 Toyota Tundra
Color options
Exterior colors:
Barcelona Red Metallic
Black
Blazing Blue Pearl (All trims except SR)
Cement (TRD Pro only)
Inferno (SR5, Limited, and TRD Pro)
Magnetic Gray Metallic (All trims except SR)
Midnight Black Metallic (SR5, Limited, and TRD Pro)
Quicksand (SR5, Limited, and TRD Pro)
Silver Sky Metallic (All trims except SR)
Sunset Bronze Mica (All trims except SR)
Super White
Interior colors:
Black
Black/Red
Brown
Graphite
Sand Beige
Interior details
The 2017 Toyota Tundra is available in three cab styles: Regular Cab (SR trim), Double Cab (SR, SR5, Limited, and TRD Pro), and CrewMax (SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and TRD Pro). Regular Cab models seat three passengers, while 2017 Tundra SR and SR5 Double Cab and CrewMax models provide seating for six. Limited and higher trims with the Double Cab and CrewMax hold five occupants.
Fabric-trimmed seats are standard on SR and SR5 Double Cab and CrewMax models, and the Limited trim features heated front seats with leather upholstery. Platinum and 1794 Edition trims include perforated leather upholstery with heated and ventilated front seats, as well as a leather-trimmed power tilt/telescopic four-spoke steering wheel. The TRD Pro boasts leather-trimmed front bucket seats with red contrast stitching, which feature 10-way power adjustment for the driver.
Child seat details
The 2017 Toyota Tundra can accommodate up to three car seats in the rear row. This includes LATCH car seats, infant car seats, rear-facing convertible car seats, forward-facing convertible car seats, and booster car seats. Rear-facing convertible and infant seats fit well in the 2017 Toyota Tundra CrewMax without having to slide the front seat forward.
Performance
The 2017 Toyota Tundra delivers V8 power across all trims with a 310 hp 4.6L V8 engine with 327 lb-ft of torque (standard on SR and SR5) or a 381 hp 5.7L V8 engine with 401 lb-ft of torque (standard on Limited and higher trims; optional on SR and SR5). All models connect to a proficient six-speed automatic transmission with standard RWD or optional 4WD, except the 4WD TRD Pro.
When properly equipped, 2017 Toyota Tundra towing capacity is an estimated 6,800 lbs. with the 4.6L V8 engine, while the larger 5.7L V8 engine can pull an estimated 10,500 lbs.
Year comparison
2007-2021 Toyota Tundra (Second Generation)
Released in 2007, the second-generation Toyota Tundra featured three engines with automatic transmissions: a 4.0L V6, a 4.7L V8, and an all-new 5.7L V8. In 2010, the 4.7L V8 was replaced with a 4.6L V8, and the 4.0L V6 upped its horsepower and torque the following year. A four-door CrewMax body style was introduced in 2013, along with the Platinum trim.
In 2014, the Tundra overhauled its front-end and interior, and the Western-themed 1794 Edition trim joined the lineup. In 2015, the 4.0L V6 was discontinued and the 4.6L V8 followed in 2020, leaving the 5.7L V8 as the sole engine option. 2020 also saw the addition of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capabilities as standard equipment. The 2021 model year added Trail and Nightshade special editions.
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