2003 toyota Tundra

2003 Toyota Tundra: When it emerged for the 2000 model year, Toyota's Tundra was the initial full-size Japanese-brand pickup truck. It was likewise the initial pick-up with a V-8 engine choice.

A brand-new V-8 StepSide Gain access to Taxicab design signs up with the lineup for 2003, used in SR5 and Limited qualities. The Tundra showcases a brand-new, bigger grille that extends right into the top bumper, brand-new round haze lights and also recently readily available warmed mirrors. Antilock brakes are currently common.

The Tundra is available in 15 configurations and in three trim levels: base, SR5 and Restricted V8. The regular-cab designs have a 98-inch cargo bed, while extended-cab trucks with rear-hinged back doors (called Access Taxicabs) bring a 75-inch bed. Both a V-6 engine and a V-8 power plant are available.

The Tundra pickups act as the basis for the company's Sequoia sport utility vehicle and are built at the same Indiana plant. Gain access to Taxicab designs represent 90 percent of sales.


2003 Toyota Tundra


Exterior

The Access Taxicab has two rear-hinged back entrances that could not be opened until the front doors are open. Unlike some extended-cab models, the narrow rear doors have outside handles.

Both body designs ride a 128.3-inch wheelbase and also stretch to 217.5 inches long overall. A regular-cab Ford F-150 with an 8-foot cargo bed is 8 inches much longer. The Tundra's optimum haul is 1,800 extra pounds, while the F-150 has an optimum haul of 3,150 extra pounds.

A TRD (Toyota Competing Development) Off-Road Package is offered, and it includes progressive-rate springs, Bilstein gas shocks, a tuned suspension, all-terrain tires on 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, overfenders, haze lights and contoured mudguards. The TRD Sporting activity Plan includes Tokico shocks, tuned springtimes, a back stabilizer bar, a limited-slip differential as well as graphite-toned 17-inch wheels.

Inside

Regular cabs and also Accessibility Taxis might be equipped with either a set of contoured captain's chairs or a 60/40-split front bench that holds 3 occupants. Accessibility Taxicabs add a three-place 60/40-split backseat with a fold-down center armrest. Both halves of the back padding fold quickly to develop added storage space, or prized possessions can be concealed in a storage area under the cushion. A brand-new console resembles the one in the Sequoia SUV. The sun visors have pullout extensions.

Leather upholstery is optional in the Restricted model. In addition to new steering-wheel sound controls as well as a power moving rear window, Restricted vehicles consist of a premium 3-in-1 stereo with an in-dash six-CD changer.

Under the Hood

A typical 190-horsepower, 3.4-liter V-6 engine mates with either a four-speed-automatic or five-speed-manual transmission. The optional 240-hp, 4.7-liter, i-Force V-8 groups just with the automated. The V-8 Tundra's Touch-Select four-wheel-drive (4WD) system can be shifted in or from 4WD High up on the step by using dashboard buttons. Towing capacity is as high as 7,200 extra pounds.

Safety

Four-wheel antilock brakes are typical. Double front airbags include a passenger-side cutoff switch.

Driving Impacts

The Tundra is more refined compared to common domestic pickups. It produces a gratifying flight without much excess jumping or harshness. Except for a little engine drone, it's additionally quiet for a pick-up. The seats are comfortable in a spacious taxicab, and also the brand-new StepSide box adds extra panache.