2016 toyota Tundra

2016 Toyota Tundra: The 2016 Toyota Tundra gets an offered flex fuel variant on rear-drive arrangements and two brand-new exterior colors: Blazing Blue and Midnight Black Metallic. SR5 and 1794 Edition designs gain a revised front grille while. A larger 38-gallon fuel tank is now conventional on the Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and also TRD Pro models with the bigger 5.7-liter V-8. SR versions no come requirement with Toyota's Entune infomercial system while the SR5 gains navigating.


2016 Toyota Tundra


Limited as well as TRD Pro Tundras had a Toyota costs stereo and an application collection along with the Entune infomercial system. The Platinum and also 1794 Version variants come conventional with a JBL costs stereo. Dead spot advising now part of the Limited Costs bundle as well as comes requirement on the 1794 Version and Platinum grade. All Tundras with the 5.7-liter V-8 come basic with the integrated trailer brake controller.

The TRD Pro Collection is currently offered in a brand-new outside color called Quicksand while the 1794 Edition gets an optional Off-Road package, which adds 18-inch TRD Off-Road alloy wheels, trail-tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, engine skid plates, gas container skid plates, front tow hooks on rear-drive variants, and also a TRD Off-Road sticker.

Automobile Summary

The 2016 Toyota Tundra is a full-size truck that ports over the smaller sized Tacoma and also is offered in 3 cab designs, 3 bed sizes as well as in back- or four-wheel-drive configuration.

Introduction

2 V-8 engines are readily available in the 2016 Tundra: a 4.7-liter rated at 310 hp as well as 327 lb-ft of torque and also a 5.7-liter with 381 hp as well as 401 lb-ft. Both engines are paired solely to a six-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy isn't really among the Tundra's strengths with rear-drive versions rated at 15/19 mpg city/highway for the 4.7-liter and 13/18 mpg with the larger 5.7-liter. Opting for 4x4 goes down those numbers slightly to 14/18 mpg with the 4.7-liter and also 13/17 mpg with the 5.7-liter. Depending on the taxi design, engine as well as drivetrain setup, the 2016 Tundra can tow 6,400 to 10,500 pounds when correctly equipped.

Safety

In addition to the twin front, side-front, and also side curtain airbags, the 2016 Tundra comes standard with knee air bags for the vehicle driver and also front passenger. Dead spot warning is offered as part of the Restricted Premium bundle and also criterion on the 1794 Version and the Platinum trim.

Trims, Bundles, and Just What's Requirement

The base SR trim comes criterion with 18-inch alloy wheels, the Entune infomercial system, 40/20/40 split-folding rear bench seats, fabric furniture, a 6.1-inch touchscreen, a rearview video camera, and Bluetooth connection. Stepping up to the SR5 trim includes a larger seven-inch touchscreen, navigation, 60/40 fold-up back seat paddings, rear under-seat storage, as well as a matte black lower front bumper. The Limited quality is the mid-level design in the Tundra schedule and also adds car on/off headlights with hand-operated level control, a deck rail system with 4 tie-downs, chrome warmed power side mirrors, 10-inch alloy wheels, the Entune cellphone app collections, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping guiding wheel, power back straight window with a personal privacy glass, dual-zone climate control, as well as an auto-dimming rearview mirror. On the Platinum and also 1794 Edition designs, extra basic functions consist of a JBL premium stereo, perforated natural leather upholstery, warmed as well as aerated front seats, 12-way power flexible motorist's seats, power vertical moving back home window with a rear personal privacy glass, and also unseen area caution. Tundra TRD Pro versions are the off-road efficiency variants as well as come with the bigger 5.7-liter V-8 and also 4x4. Standard efficiency attributes consist of TRD Pro front as well as back Bilstein shocks, TRD double exhausts, TRD front skid plates with an oil frying pan drain gain access to panel, as well as 18-inch TRD Off-Road alloy wheels.

What We Assume

In a 2014 First Drive review, we stated that while the interior as well as dash are well layout, the worldly quality of the plastics utilized is a disappointment due to the low-quality materials made use of. Trip as well as handling, on the other hand, are protected on- as well as off-road while the seats give plenty of assistance. We also claimed in a 2014 First Examination of 1794 Version version that the cabin is noisier than its competitors while the outside style isn't as fresh. Additionally, the 5.7-liter V-8 isn't as quick as a few of its competitors that make use of more advanced powertrains. Interior space, on the other hand, is generous particularly the huge rear seats. For those that want optimum off-road efficiency, we claimed in a 2015 First Drive testimonial that the Tundra TRD Pro really feels much better the faster it can go. In addition, it doesn't obtain disrupted conveniently and showcases exceptional steering feedback as well as a well-tuned suspension compared to could handle high-speed off-roading.

Great Reality

The Tundra TRD Pro is one of 3 TRD Off-road lorries in the Toyota lineup, the other two being the 4Runner and also the Tacoma.

You'll Like:
-Toyota integrity
-Sizable interior
-Excellent off-road capability in the --TRD Pro version

You Won't Like:
-Noisy cabin
-Outside style isn't fresh
-Dated powertrain options

Key Competitors
-Ford F-150
-Chevrolet Silverado
-GMC Sierra 1500
-Ram 1500
-Nissan Titan