Toyota is preparing a brand new pickup truck line for the upcoming year. The 2014 Toyota Tundra is one of them and is being presented as a truck based on customer feedback.
Calling it an American-born truck, the Tundra will feature an improved interior, exterior design, additional tweaks, and easy-to-use technology.
Specifications
Vehicle Type: Pick Up Truck | Base Price: $26,350 |
Fuel Tank Capacity: 26.4 gals (100 L) | MPG: 16 city / 20 hwy |
Length: 228.9 in. (581.4 cm) | Wheel Base: 145.7 in. (370 cm) |
Height: 75.8 in. (192.5 cm) | Width: 79.9 in. (202.9 cm) |
Curb Weight: 4760 lbs (2159 kg) | Ground Clearance: 10.2 in. (25.9 cm) |
Luggage Capacity: NA | Maximum Seating: 7 people |
Engine: V6 DOHC VVTi | Displacement: 4.0 Liter |
Horsepower: 270 HP | Max RPM: 5600 RPM |
Torque: 278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic ECTi |
Max Towing: 4000 lbs ( 1814 kgs) | Maximum Speed: NA |
* Base Regular Cab
Engine
The 2014 Tundra has three engine options; a 4 liter V6 engine with 270 horsepower, 4.6 liter V8 with 310 horsepower and a 5.7 liter V8 with 381 horsepower.
All versions have the option of using either manual or automatic transmission. Also, as expected, the new Tundra offers the ability to switch between 4×2 and 4×4 drive based on the driver’s preferences.
Performance
Ride and handling have been improved. The “shock-absorbing valve” has been adjusted for harsh surfaces. Also, the steering system reduces road variations and imperfections.
Exterior
An all new front design has been developed, integrating a new hood and an oversized grille, giving it a more aggressive look that is complemented by smaller headlights.
The front lower bumper has been split into three pieces, reducing the cost of replacement parts. Overall the truck looks massive and wide.
Interior
The top of the line version for the Tundra will feature all leather seats with additional leather elements on the doors and soft touch consoles.
Additionally, chrome elements can be added at the door handles. In the central section, a new color touchscreen has been added while the gauges on the driver’s side are analog.
The 2014 Toyota Tundra will come with a series of upgrades compared to the previous generation.
Starting with the interior and ending up with the engine and exterior design, the new Tundra is a good looking truck. Needles to say, the manufacturer claims that the 2014 generation is the result of their efforts to listen to customer feedback.