The previous generation of Toyota Tundra has been with us now for nine years, which is a long time for one model to remain unchanged. Toyota revamped their large truck this year with mostly just a facelift and some other small changes. Underneath the chassis is the same from the previous generation as is the entire drivetrain, brakes, suspension, and all other mechanical components. Even the electronic options remain the same from previous generations. The Tundra did receive new exterior styling, added front end trim with a larger, bolder grille. Interior styling has changed mildly as well. The new version is also cheaper too. The base model is a few more dollars than the old one at $26,200 versus $25,455. As you go up the range they do get cheaper with the top of the line 2014 being $47,600 and the 2013 going up to $48,170. There is a lot less to say about this truck than most other new cars because this is an example of an automotive facelift.
Griffin
This thing is a giant turd. There’s a few reasons why I think that. First of all Toyota is claiming this is an entirely new generation when all of the guts of it are straight off the shelf from the previous model. Secondly, at this point they’re asking $26,200 for a 10 year old truck.Thirdly, it makes no more power, has no new tech, and retains a frame that has more give than bleeding heart libs.Lastly, I never thought the truck was that attractive to begin with and the amount of chrome on this one would be appalling in the ‘50s. The only upside I can see to this is that since it is a Toyota, and as long as the seat heaters don’t turn it into a massive fireball, it should hold it’s value well. Also all the aftermarket suspension and engine parts that are already out should bolt right in. Assuming owning a dude-bro rig is your thing.
Connor
I am an Engineering student, and I have had so much work on my plate that I have literally not even had the time to drop in my two cents on thrown rods. But this vehicle deserves a pause in my studies, because... well look at it. I am fueled up on so much caffeine and stress that it only serves to fuel my hatred of this truck. Because of the fact that this truck is the same model it's always been, I would like to say that, Toyota, you infuriate me. I drive a Honda, not out of desire, but out of necessity. It is a mid size sedan- the bane of my existence, but also probably the most popular category of car on the road. Anyone who has been in front of this truck at night realizes that it is impossible not to be blinded by this vehicle. Anyone who has driven this vehicle at night realizes it is impossible to see at all with the headlights. I am so confused by that. And more. Working on these things is a terrible experience- the engineers (if there were any) probably had a game of who could make their part contain the absolute least common sense and last the shortest amount of time. Okay, to be really fair, they are relatively reliable. But come on, Toyota. You already missed one new truck generation. Don't set yourselves up to miss another.
I am an Engineering student, and I have had so much work on my plate that I have literally not even had the time to drop in my two cents on thrown rods. But this vehicle deserves a pause in my studies, because... well look at it. I am fueled up on so much caffeine and stress that it only serves to fuel my hatred of this truck. Because of the fact that this truck is the same model it's always been, I would like to say that, Toyota, you infuriate me. I drive a Honda, not out of desire, but out of necessity. It is a mid size sedan- the bane of my existence, but also probably the most popular category of car on the road. Anyone who has been in front of this truck at night realizes that it is impossible not to be blinded by this vehicle. Anyone who has driven this vehicle at night realizes it is impossible to see at all with the headlights. I am so confused by that. And more. Working on these things is a terrible experience- the engineers (if there were any) probably had a game of who could make their part contain the absolute least common sense and last the shortest amount of time. Okay, to be really fair, they are relatively reliable. But come on, Toyota. You already missed one new truck generation. Don't set yourselves up to miss another.
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