2022 Toyota Tundra review
Toyota Tundra highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- New V6 engines, including a hybrid option
- Coil-spring rear suspension greatly improves the ride
Cons
- Some of the interior trim feels and looks cheap
- All-new, but the Tundra feels like it's catching up to rather than surpassing rivals
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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All-new for 2022, the Toyota Tundra is much more competitive
Toyota introduced a new Tundra for 2022, and it's more than just a rehash of the old model. There's a new frame that, combined with the new coil-spring rear suspension, increases towing and payload capability and improves ride quality. A new composite bed floor minimizes dents and damage common to steel-bedded pickups. And the previous Tundra's V8 has been replaced by a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with 389 hp. There is a hybrid option, too, adding an electric motor to the V6 for a combined output of 437 hp. Both are mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Official EPA estimates have yet to be released, but both seem to promise fuel economy at least as good as, if not better than, key rivals from Chevy, Ford, Nissan, and Ram.
The changes might be extensive, but Toyota has hung onto its trim level strategy. The SR kicks things off with an 8-inch touchscreen, LED headlights, keyless entry and start, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, and the Toyota Safety Sense™ system that includes a pre-collision warning system and emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist. The SR5 adds alloy wheels and a towing package among other highlights. The Limited ups the luxury with simulated leather upholstery, power-adjustable heated and ventilated front seats, a 14-inch touchscreen, dual-zone climate control, 20-inch wheels, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The Platinum and 1794 Edition keep piling on luxury equipment, with the 1794 Edition adding ranch style badges and accents. For hardcore off-road customers, there's a TRD Pro model, which gains a lifted suspension, skid plates, Fox dampers, and a locking rear differential. Toyota also offers optional packages to increase off-road or towing ability on other trim choices. And three cab types and two bed lengths increase the options even more. Overall, the all-new 2022 Tundra is better able to keep up with, if not quite surpass, its rivals.
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What is new for the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
- The Tundra is available in a variety of new trims, including the SR5 CrewMax 5.5' Bed (Natl) and SR5 Double Cab 6.5' Bed (SE).
- The Limited Night Shade, Trail Special Edition, and TRD Pro trims have been discontinued for 2022.
- Tundra trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel, Rear Sunshade, Rear Seat Heaters, Rear A/C Seat(s), Panoramic Sunroof, Running Boards, and Turbo Charged Engine as standard equipment this year.
- Adjustable Suspension and Head Up Display features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Limited trim now comes with Parking Sensors, Memory Seat(s), A/C Seat(s), and Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
- The SR trim now comes with Rear Defroster, Smart Key, and Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
- The SR5 trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor, Smart Key, and Alloy Wheels as standard equipment.
- The Platinum trim now comes with Sunroof(s) and Leatherette Seats as standard equipment.
- The 1794 trim now comes with Leatherette Seats and Sunroof(s) as standard equipment.
2022 Toyota Tundra trims
SR
Includes an eight-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration, automatic climate control, 18-inch steel wheels, and much more.
SR5
Adds a rear center armrest and cup holders, alloy wheels, and a towing package.
Limited
Adds dual-zone automatic climate control, a 14-inch touchscreen, 20-inch wheels, heated and ventilated front seats, and more.
Platinum
Adds a premium JBL® audio system, panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, digital instrument panel, and much more.
1794 Edition
Includes the same features as the Platinum trim, adding special badges and other interior accents to pay tribute to ranch style.
TRD Pro
Adds a 1.1-inch front suspension lift, skid plates, off-road camera, locking rear differential, and crawl control.
Capstone
Unlocks 22-inch wheels, sound-reducing front windows, head-up display, and more luxury interior features.
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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Toyota Tundra
1. Powerful engine options
Toyota retired the potent 5.7L V8 engine that was standard on the second-generation Tundra, replacing it with the smaller-displacement twin-turbo 3.5L V6 for the 2022 model. However, this engine generates an even higher output, with 389 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. Additionally, the 2022 Toyota Tundra is also available with a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 hybrid making 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, combined with an electric motor that gets its power from a nickel-metal hydride battery. When powered by the gasoline twin-turbo 3.5L V6 engine, the 2022 Toyota Tundra goes from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new).
2. High towing capacity
If you're thinking about buying a pickup truck, chances are you're going to want to tow things with it. The 2022 Toyota Tundra can easily help you with that. When properly equipped, the 2022 Toyota Tundra with the 389-hp 3.5L V6 engine can tow an estimated 12,000 lbs.
3. Off-road capability
In addition to being powerful and robust, the 2022 Toyota Tundra is a capable off-road vehicle. Thanks to a series of improvements to the suspension system, the 2022 model fares well on difficult terrain. It comes standard with a multi-link rear suspension and a solid axle with coil springs. Available features include monotube Bilstein® shock absorbers, skid plates, a front camera, hill descent control, and side mirror cameras. With these, you can overcome many potential obstacles on rocky, hilly, bumpy, or muddy terrain.
4. Two cab styles available
The 2022 Toyota Tundra is available with two different cab styles: an extended cab (Double Cab) or a crew cab (CrewMax). The Double Cab comes with either a 6.5- or 8.1-foot bed, while CrewMax models come with a 5.5- or 6.5-foot bed. With the 2022 Tundra, you can shop for the cab style and bed length that suits your needs and preferences.
5. Many standard tech features
For a more pleasant ride for all passengers, the 2022 Toyota Tundra is equipped with various convenience and infotainment features as standard. For starters, it has an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. The 2022 Tundra is also equipped with three USB ports and keyless start, as well as a six-speaker audio system.
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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.
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SR5 2WD 4D Crew Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leatherette Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
389
Torque (ft-lbs)
479
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
32.2
Wheelbase
157.7"
Overall length
245.6"
Width
80.2"
Height
78"
Leg room
F 41.2"/R 41.6"
Head room
F 41"/R 38.5"
Front tires
P265/70TR18
Rear tires
P265/70TR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
1127/11270 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2022 Toyota Tundra FAQ
The Toyota Tundra was fully redesigned for 2022. It has a new suspension system and base engine to replace the former 5.7L V8, as well as an upgraded infotainment system. On top of that, the 2022 Tundra also includes more standard driver-assistance features than its predecessors.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra does not have a V8 engine. One of the biggest changes in the 2022 model over its predecessors is that it doesn't have a V8 engine, and is only offered with a 3.5L V6 engine making 389 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra is offered in seven trim configurations. They include the base SR, the SR5, the Limited, the Platinum, the 1794 Edition (which includes unique design and styling features, along with upgraded materials), the off-road specialized TRD Pro, and the top-tier Capstone.
More about the 2022 Toyota Tundra
Color options
Exterior colors:
Army Green
Blueprint
Celestial Silver Metallic
Lunar Rock
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Midnight Black Metallic
Smoked Mesquite
Solar Octane
Supersonic Red
White
Wind Chill Pearl
Interior colors:
Black
Boulder
Rich Cream (1794 Edition only)
Saddle Tan (1794 Edition only)
Interior details
In both the Double Cab and CrewMax models, the 2022 Toyota Tundra can seat up to five people. The cabin has a lot of places for storing small items, such as compartments behind and under the rear seats, as well as storage bins under the rear seat cushions. Overall, the cabin is comfortable, with soft-touch surfaces your passengers will love. Higher-level trims include leather upholstery and heated seats.
Child seat details
The 2022 Tundra comes standard with two sets of LATCH connectors on either outboard seat and one tether anchor in the middle. You can install a booster seat, an infant seat, and a forward-facing car seat in the Tundra. The rear doors open wide, allowing for better access when installing the seats and taking them out.
Performance
When powered by the standard 3.5L V6 engine, the 2022 Toyota Tundra can go from zero to 60 mph in 6.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 106 mph (according to the manufacturer, when new). The 2022 Tundra is also available with a 3.5L V6 hybrid powertrain that generates 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available. The base model with rear-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 20 mpg combined.
Year comparison
2007-2021 Toyota Tundra (second generation)
The exterior design of the second-generation Toyota Tundra resembles the Toyota Tacoma, with the base model powered by a standard 5.7L V8 engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The maximum towing capacity is an estimated 10,000 lbs., when properly equipped.
2022-present Toyota Tundra (third generation)
One of the major changes to the third-generation Toyota Tundra is the replacement of the standard 5.7L V8 engine with a 3.5L V6 engine generating 389 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. The towing capacity is increased to an estimated 12,000 lbs., when properly equipped.
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