Toyota Tundra Diesel 2016

Toyota Tundra Diesel 2016: The 2016 Toyota Tundra obtains an offered flex gas variant on rear-drive configurations and also two brand-new exterior colors: Scorching Blue as well as Twelve O'clock At Night Black Metallic. SR5 as well as 1794 Edition versions gain a revised front grille while. A larger 38-gallon gas storage tank is now common on the Limited, Platinum, 1794 Version, and also TRD Pro designs with the bigger 5.7-liter V-8. SR models no come standard with Toyota's Entune infomercial system while the SR5 gains navigating.


Toyota Tundra Diesel 2016


Minimal and TRD Pro Tundras come with a Toyota premium stereo and an app suite together with the Entune infomercial system. The Platinum as well as 1794 Edition variants come basic with a JBL premium audio system. Blind spot alerting now part of the Limited Premium bundle and also comes requirement on the 1794 Version and also Platinum quality. All Tundras with the 5.7-liter V-8 come conventional with the integrated trailer brake controller.

The TRD Pro Collection is now readily available in a new exterior shade called Quicksand while the 1794 Version obtains an optional Off-Road bundle, which adds 18-inch TRD Off-Road alloy wheels, trail-tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, engine skid plates, fuel storage tank skid plates, front tow hooks on rear-drive variants, as well as a TRD Off-Road decal.

Lorry Summary

The 2016 Toyota Tundra is a full-size vehicle that slots over the smaller Tacoma and also is available in 3 taxi designs, 3 bed lengths and also in back- or four-wheel-drive setup.

Overview

Two V-8 engines are offered in the 2016 Tundra: a 4.7-liter ranked at 310 hp and also 327 lb-ft of torque and also a 5.7-liter with 381 hp as well as 401 lb-ft. Both engines are combined solely to a six-speed automatic transmission. Gas economy isn't really one of the Tundra's fortes with rear-drive variants ranked at 15/19 mpg city/highway for the 4.7-liter and 13/18 mpg with the larger 5.7-liter. Going with four-wheel drive drops those numbers somewhat 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 arrangement, the 2016 Tundra could tow 6,400 to 10,500 pounds when correctly geared up.

Safety

Along with the dual front, side-front, as well as side drape airbags, the 2016 Tundra comes standard with knee air bags for the chauffeur and front passenger. Unseen area warning is readily available as part of the Limited Premium package and standard on the 1794 Edition and also the Platinum trim.

Trims, Bundles, and Just What's Standard

The base SR trim comes requirement with 18-inch alloy wheels, the Entune infotainment system, 40/20/40 split-folding rear bench seats, fabric upholstery, a 6.1-inch touchscreen, a rearview cam, and also Bluetooth connection. Stepping up to the SR5 trim adds a bigger seven-inch touchscreen, navigating, 60/40 fold-up rear seat cushions, rear under-seat storage space, and also a matte black reduced front bumper. The Restricted quality is the mid-level design in the Tundra lineup and also includes automobile on/off fronts lights with hands-on degree control, a deck rail system with four tie-downs, chrome warmed power side mirrors, 10-inch alloy wheels, the Entune mobile phone app suites, natural leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping guiding wheel, power back horizontal 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 models, additional typical functions include a JBL costs stereo, perforated leather upholstery, heated and aerated front seats, 12-way power flexible motorist's seats, power upright moving rear home window with a back personal privacy glass, and also dead spot caution. Tundra TRD Pro versions are the off-road efficiency variants and feature the bigger 5.7-liter V-8 and four-wheel drive. Typical performance attributes consist of TRD Pro front and also back Bilstein shocks, TRD dual exhausts, TRD front skid plates with an oil pan drain gain access to panel, and also 18-inch TRD Off-Road alloy wheels.

What We Assume

In a 2014 First Drive review, we stated that while the interior and also dash are well style, the worldly high quality of the plastics utilized is a letdown because of the low-grade materials used. Ride and also handling, on the other hand, are safe and secure on- as well as off-road while the seats offer lots of support. We additionally stated in a 2014 First Examination of 1794 Version model that the cabin is noisier compared to its rivals while the exterior layout isn't really as fresh. Furthermore, the 5.7-liter V-8 isn't as fast as a few of its rivals that utilize more advanced powertrains. Indoor room, on the other hand, is generous specifically the significant rear seats. For those who want optimum off-road efficiency, we stated in a 2015 First Drive testimonial that the Tundra TRD Pro really feels better the faster it could go. In addition, it doesn't obtain disrupted quickly and also showcases outstanding guiding feedback and a well-tuned suspension compared to can manage high-speed off-roading.

Cool Truth

The Tundra TRD Pro is among 3 TRD Off-road vehicles in the Toyota schedule, the various other two being the 4Runner and also the Tacoma.

You'll Like:
-Toyota dependability
-Large interior
-Wonderful off-road ability in the --TRD Pro version

You Won't Like:
-Noisy cabin
-Exterior layout isn't really fresh
-Dated powertrain selections

Trick Rivals
-Ford F-150
-Chevrolet Silverado
-GMC Sierra 1500
-Ram 1500
-Nissan Titan