2025 Toyota Tundra adds TRD Rally Package and more

• New TRD Rally Package

•New available multifunction massaging front seats

•New available power tailgate with knee lift assist

•New Tow Tech Package includes antenna and Wi-Fi Trailer camera

•8-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ power lumbar now standard on SR5

•Available i-FORCE MAX® Powertrain, Produces 437 hp, 583 lb.-ft.

•12,000-Pound Maximum Towing Capacity

•Available 14-inch Touchscreen Highlights Audio Multimedia System

The Tundra is a full-size pick-up powerhouse and it enters 2025 with a new TRD Rally Package and new luxury features. The lineup for the 2025 Tundra offers something for everyone, with SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone grades available.

TRD Rally Package

This TRD inspired Rally Package uses Toyota's Baja racing heritage as the cornerstone for its design. The iconic red, orange and yellow colorway is incorporated into the design of this truck. Engineers continued the enhancements with 18-inch TRD off-road wheel with unique center caps, all-terrain tires, Bilstein® shocks and skid plates to gives this truck legitimate off-road chops. Add in an electronically controlled locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select, Crawl Control and this truck is ready to take you on epic adventures. The exterior was not the only place that got exciting goodies, the interior also pays homage to Toyota's racing heritage, showing off the iconic red, orange, yellow accents on the SoftTex®-trimmed seats and on the dashboard. The TRD Rally Package is available in four colors: Ice Cap, Magnetic Gray, Midnight Black Metallic and Celestial Silver.

Massaging Seats

Front seat passengers can now experience luxurious comfort with beautifully crafted available leather-trimmed seats featuring 10-way power adjustment and integrated massage functions. Tailor your relaxation with options for both upper and lower body massage, offering a range of intensities—all conveniently controlled via the intuitive 14-inch multimedia touchscreen. Massaging seats can be used whether driving or parked and are standard in 1794, Platinum and Capstone grades.

TRD PRO Color

All-new for 2025 is the color Mudbath, which is only available on TRD Pro grades.

Impressive Powertrains

The Tundra offers impressive powertrains: a twin-turbo V6 engine and a hybrid twin-turbo V6. Both engines team with a 10-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECTi). The 10-speed features a sequential shift mode, uphill/downhill shift logic and TOW/HAUL driving modes.

The i-FORCE, twin-turbo V6 uses DOHC 24-valve cylinder heads and Dual VVTi systems to yield 389 horsepower and 479 lb.-ft. of torque. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain is available with 437 horsepower at 5,200 rpm, and an impressive 583 lb.-ft. of torque at a low 2,400 rpm.

The i-FORCE MAX combines the twin-turbo V6 with a motor generator with a clutch located within the bell housing between the engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. The motor generator provides additional power through the transmission, while the engine start-up, EV driving, electric assist and energy regeneration are done via the hybrid components.

Off-Road Prowess

Standard on Tundra TRD Pro models and trucks equipped with the TRD Off-Road package are a slew of off-road upgrades that enhance off-pavement exploration. Multi-Terrain Select offers adjustable settings to help control wheel spin on a variety of terrain. Crawl Control functions as a low-speed, off-road cruise control that allows the driver to focus on steering while the Tundra maintains one of five selectable speeds. Downhill Assist Control helps the driver navigate tricky slopes by limiting the speed of the vehicle during descents.

TRD Pro and Tundras equipped with the TRD Off-Road package come standard with an electronically locking rear differential to provide added traction in 4WD Low applications. Multi-Terrain Monitor also comes standard on TRD Pro and on TRD Off-Road Package-equipped models, allowing the driver to check the immediate surroundings for potential obstacles. Pressing a button on the console activates front, rear and side-camera views on the center display.

Texas-Assembled

Toyota Tundra is assembled exclusively at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (TMMTX) in San Antonio. 'Technical muscle' was a design mantra for the team, as it capitalized on the modern features of the truck while retaining a nod to the outdoor lifestyle at the core of Tundra ownership.

High-strength steel is used throughout the chassis to help increase rigidity, while aluminum is used in key areas to help reduce weight. A front cross member is used for the steering, which adds rigidity while enhancing steering input and handling dynamics for the driver. For Limited grade and above, the cab is mounted to the frame with hydraulic mounts to help enhance ride comfort.

The Tundra's bed is lightweight and extremely strong thanks to its sheet-molded compound (SMC) construction and aluminum reinforcing cross members. The SMC bed helps offer added protection against dents, impact dings and rust compared to traditional steel decks. All Tundras feature a power release tailgate and newly available is the power close tailgate.

Modernized Suspension

The Tundra uses a multi-link rear suspension to help enhance ride comfort, straight-line stability and overall handling dynamics – not to mention it also helps with towing capability. The maximum towing capacity for Tundra is 12,000 pounds and the maximum payload is 1,940 pounds.

Up front the double wishbone suspension helps enhance ride comfort, driving performance and overall durability.

For TRD Off-Road Package-equipped models, Bilstein® monotube shocks help improve damping for on- and off-highway driving. For maximum off-road performance, TRD Pro grades are fitted with 2.5-inch diameter FOX® internal bypass shocks. The front FOX shocks provide the truck with a 1.1-inch front lift. The TRD Pro gains additional off-road features, including a TRD Pro front stabilizer bar, aluminum front skid plate, additional underbody protection, and unique all-terrain Falken® tires. A TRD developed upper control arm and red-painted suspension parts add a distinctive TRD design touch.

The Tundra is available with a rear air suspension system with automatic and manual leveling functions and an Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system. Adopted from the luxury-vehicle category, AVS is designed to continually adjust damping force based on ever-changing road conditions, enhancing both ride quality and handling.

Premium Towing Machine

Beyond the added chassis strength, the Tundra offers a slew of features to help make towing easier. For added visibility when trailering, the available Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) uses cameras to display a top-down view of the truck on the available 14-inch display. Views include the rear truck bed to check on cargo, a rear split view to show what's nearby on each side of the trailer, and a hitch view to assist with trailer connecting.

Newly available is the wireless trailer camera system (WCS). This option offers an enhanced towing experience with increased visibility and is only available as a factory installed option. Simply charge and attach the pre-paired Wi-Fi camera to the rear of your trailer and seamlessly stream a live view from behind your trailer on the digital rearview mirror. Camera playback can also be viewed on the multimedia screen.

Available power extending and folding tow mirrors offer an improved view of a trailer, thanks to a taller profile and revised mirror curvature that helps enhance the driver's field of view. The mirrors are heated and feature integrated turn signals and Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) notification. They also house the cameras for the PVM/MTM systems. LED trailering lights on the mirrors are controlled from inside the cabin to provide light rearward toward the trailer when needed.

When connected with Toyota's integrated trailer brake controller, the Tundra's available Blind Spot Monitor can recognize blind spots for both the truck and the trailer. The available air suspension system offers the ability to load-level the rear height to achieve the right balance between truck and trailer.

TSS 2.5 Standard on All Tundras

Tundra models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 on every grade. This advanced system includes:

•Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection

•Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)

•Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA)

•Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)

•Road Sign Assist (RSA)

•Automatic High Beams (AHB)

Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) is available. Plus, the available Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking is designed to implement brake control when there's a possibility of a collision with a stationary object, such as while parking.

Automatic High Beams are designed to detect preceding or oncoming vehicles and automatically switch between high- and low-beam headlights. Road Sign Assist (RSA) is designed to recognize certain road sign information using a forward-facing camera and display the signs on the Multi-Information Display (MID).

All Tundra models are equipped with Toyota's Rear Seat Reminder. This feature is designed to detect whether a rear door was opened within 10 minutes of the vehicle being turned on, or at any time after the vehicle has been turned on. Once detected, it flashes a reminder message in the instrument cluster after the engine is turned off, accompanied by multitone chimes.

Toyota Audio Multimedia

The third-gen Tundra introduced Toyota's Audio Multimedia system designed and engineered by Toyota's Texas-based Connected Technologies team. A Human Machine Interface (HMI) delivers advanced interaction through sight, touch and voice activation.

The Toyota Audio Multimedia boasts five times greater processing power than the previous generation system. The comprehensive system features a centrally located standard 8-inch touchscreen or an available 14-inch touchscreen with high-quality, crisp visuals. It also includes more responsive touch functionality familiar to consumers, including the pinch and zoom functions used on phones and tablets. Certain to be a favorite among gloved Tundra passengers, the new system still uses a large, easy-to-grip dial for audio volume. The Toyota Audio Multimedia system also offers standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility.

The virtual Intelligent Assistant* available through a Drive Connect trial or subscription provides an easy-to-use virtual companion that is more advanced and personalized than ever before. Using simple wake-up phrases such as 'Hey/Hi/Hello/OK Toyota' make connection easy and seamless. Intuitive and natural VA responses allow for audible replies by the user, creating a human-like conversation experience.

*4G Network dependent. 1-year trial included on all grades except for SR and SR5 on which it is available.

Cloud Based Navigation for Down-to-Earth Adventures

The cloud-based native navigation system* also available through a Drive Connect trial or subscription offers real-time Over the Air (OTA) updates for mapping and Points of Interest (POIs), as well as integrating Google POI data for up-to-date search capability. The navigation system allows drivers and passengers to use the voice-activated commands or the touchscreen to search for directions, find points of interest or explore local businesses.

Toyota Connected Services helps offer peace of mind and convenience to Toyota owners. Safety Connect* offers added reassurance for when unexpected emergencies occur by connecting vehicle occupants with a 24/7 emergency response agent. The agent can quickly request dispatch of emergency services to a vehicle's exact location or assist authorities in locating a stolen vehicle. An up to 10-year trial included. Service Connect* provides drivers with personalized maintenance updates, vehicle health reports and maintenance reminders. An up to 10-year trial included.

A Wi-Fi Connect* subscription provides 4G connectivity for up to 5 devices by turning Tundra into an AT&T Hotspot. An Integrated Streaming feature allows linking separate customer Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle. 30 day/3 GB Wi-Fi Connect trial included.

*4G network dependent.

Big Screen for Driver

There are two instrument panels on Tundra: the available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster or a combination meter that includes a 4.1-inch digital Multi-Information Display (MID) with analog readouts. Aside from vehicle diagnostics, the displays also provide access to safety features, navigation, audio controls, off-road features, and towing functions.

On the combination meter, the 4.1-inch MID screen toggles between multiple screen options that include navigation, audio selections, vehicle diagnostics and more. Surrounding the MID screen are analog gauges that include tachometer, speedometer, oil and fuel gauges.

Standard with the i-FORCE MAX powertrain, the 12.3-inch display illuminates when the vehicle is powered on to display one of five rotating Tundra animations that fill the screen. The display features digital gauges, including a tachometer and speedometer. Selectable content includes tow gauges, pitch and roll displays and powertrain performance gauges. The display's appearance also changes with drive modes, and it provides specific information for off-road and towing functions.

Options, Options, Options

As before, the Tundra is offered in a wide variety of configurations, based on two four-door options, Double Cab and CrewMax. Double Cab models offer the choice of a 6.5-foot bed or an 8.1-foot bed. CrewMax models can have a 5.5-foot bed or 6.5-foot bed.

Available on SR5, Limited, Platinum and 1794 models, the TRD Off-Road Package includes 18-inch TRD wheels standard on SR5 and unique 20-inch wheels for Limited, Platinum, and 1794. Also included is a TRD grille, TRD off-road suspension, skid plates, mud guards and a TRD leather-wrapped shift knob. The TRD Off-Road Package-equipped models also feature electronic rear differential lock, Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) and Crawl Control.

The 2025 Tundra's roster of standard and available exterior colors includes Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Celestial Silver Metallic, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, Lunar Rock, Terra, and Blueprint. In addition, Smoked Mesquite is exclusively available on Limited and 1794 grades, and Mudbath is a TRD Pro exclusive color, new for 2025.

Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare

Toyota's 36-month/36,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty. Tundra also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 65 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs more than 49,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 34 million cars and trucks at our nine manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota's 10th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 29 electrified options.

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved and diverse communities near the company's U.S. operating sites.

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Introduced at the beginning of the new millennium, the Toyota Tundra featured a refined V8 engine and Toyota's distinct reputation for durability and reliability. Originally going into production in 1999 as a 2000 year model, the Tundra had an all-American look and feet and came with something that the T100 never had; a fierce V8 engine underneath choice. Enthusiasts believed that the Tundra was the first import-brand full-size pickup that could face off against the Big Three's pickups. Nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award, the Tundra was also named as Motor Trend Magazine's Truck of the Year in 2000 and 2008. As of the 2007 model year, the Tundra carried 17% of the 1/2 ton full-size pickup market and single handedly beat the GMC Sierra in monthly sales. Today, the Tundra is assembled in San Antonio, Texas and Princeton, Indiana.

Strangely enough though, the first-generation Tundra was more popular with recreational pickup buyers than actual hard-core users. The Tundra was aimed more at those seeking an easy-to-drive commuter or customers tat wanted a utility vehicle that was capable of handling weekend trips to the local home depot. Not quite full-size in dimensions or work capacity, independent contractors or people with heavy trailers or boats to pull, were not interested in the original Tundra's limited body configurations, lower tow ratings and smaller size.

Sharing many similarities with the unpopular Toyota T100, the first generation Tundra was also quite similar to the more popular Toyota Tacoma. Though the Tundra was slightly larger than the T100, it unfortunately was perceived as being too small and ‘car-like' and wasn't any threat at all to other domestic pickup trucks.

One of the largest similarities was the utilization of the 3.4 liter V6 engine, which had been the top of the line engine in both the T100 and the Tacoma and was the base engine in the Tundra. Available engine choices for the Tundra included a 24V 3.4 liter V6 engine that produced 190 hp and 200 lb/ft of torque and a 32 valve 4.7 liter V8 engine that produced 245 hp and 315 lb/ft of torque. Sales of the Tundra were 120,000, more than double the rate of the T100. The Tundra also had the largest initial vehicle sales for Toyota in its entire history at the time.

Already available at the time was a Toyota Racing Development (TRD) derived supercharger engine for the 3.4 liter V6 that bumped the horsepower up to 260 hp and achieved 260 lb/ft of torque. The TRD also introduced a supercharger for the V8 engine near the end of the second year of production for the Tundra that pushed the V8 numbers to the mid 300 hp range and torque to the 400 lb/ft range. The V6 supercharger is still widely available, but the V8 supercharger is becoming more and more rare due to TRD ending production of the device because of issues regarding its compatibility with the engine.

Tundra prototypes and 'show trucks' were originally known as T150's but Ford and automotive enthusiasts discouraged the name as it seemed too close to the market-leader F-150. A lawsuit ensued and the production truck was dubbed the Tundra Ebay Boulay Strikes Again.

For 2003 the grille on the Tundra was updated and the Double Cab version joined the lineup in the 2004 model year. A genuine crew cab with four normal doors, the Double Cab featured interior and exterior details that were copied from the Toyota Sequoia. The bed of the Double Cab was almost 5 inches longer than the competing Ford F-150 or Nissan Titan and was also 13 inches longer and 3 inches taller than the Regular and Access cab versions.

For the 2005 model year, a brand new engine was introduced that was a 4.0 liter V6 rated at 236 ft/lb of torque. The 4.7 liter V8 was updated with Toyota's VVT-i variable valve timing technology that was rated at 271 hp and 313 lb/ft of torque. The 5-speed manual eventually morphed into a 6speed manual and a 5-speed automatic replaced the 4-speed. The Double Cab featured a towing capacity of about 6,800 lbs, and the Access Cabs and Regular Cabs came with a 7,100 pounds towing capacity.

The current version however was redesigned and was aimed at attracting only serious pickup buyers. With true full-size proportions, the Tundra was an American-built half-ton truck. The second generation came in three cab sizes; regular cab, Double Cab and CrewMax, with three different bed lengths and a choice of three engines. The Regular Cab and the shorter-bed Double Cab featured a 4.0-liter V6 engine as standard, and was rated at 236 horsepower and 266 lb/ft of torque. Optional on these models and standard on all other Tundra's was a 4.7-liter V8 engine that achieved 271 horsepower and 313 lb/ft of torque. All Tundra's featured an optional 5.7-liter V8 engine that achieved 381 hp and 401 lb/ft of torque. The smaller V8 and the V6 came teamed to a five-speed automatic transmission while the larger V8 was joined to a six-speed automatic. All of these versions were available with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.

The Double Cab is basically a larger extended cab with four forward-hinged doors and the Tundra CrewMax is an extra-large crew cab. The regular cab came in just a basic Grade trim level only. Both the Double Cab and Crewmax are available in more upscale SR5 and Limited trim levels. Both the regular and Tundra Double Cabs came with a available bed length of a 6.5-foot or an 8-foot bed, while the CrewMax came strictly with a 5.5-foot bed. The Tundra was now on equal or higher standing with other competing half-ton pickups.

The Toyota Tundra is now equipped even easier for a variety of possible configurations as either a work vehicle or a family hauler. The Double Cab was medium-sized and was the extended-cab version of the Tundra and was just as large as many of the competitors' crew cabs. The huge Tundra CrewMax came with the roomiest four-door cab in the full-size segment. Inside, the current Tundra features extraordinary interior room with plenty of handy features and great road handling.

Introduced at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show; a larger Tundra was introduced with a variety of enhancements that included a towing capacity of up to 10,000+ lb and a payload capacity of over 2,000lbs, along with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. This was the second generation of the Toyota Tundra and 3 engines were now available, a new 5.7 liter V8 that produced 381 horsepower and 401 lb/ft of torque, a 4.7 liter V8 rated at 276 hp and 313 lb/ft of torque and a newly introduced 4.0 liter V6 that was rated at 236 hp and 266 lb/ft of torque.

The newest, second generation Tundra was introduced in February of 2007 and was available in 31 configurations that consisted of 3 bed lengths, 4 wheel-bases, 3 cab configurations, and 2 transmissions. The previous generations Access Cab was replaced with the new Double Cab. The previous generations Double Cab was also replaced with a brand new Crew Max; which was built to compete with the Dodge Ram Mega Cab. The Double Cab came with the available option of either an 6 and a half foot bed, a regular bed, or an 8 foot long bed. The Crew Max was only offered with a 5 and a half foot short bed.

A new 6-speed automatic transmission with a manual shift mode was standard with the 5.7 liter engine and gave it a 0-60 mph time of 6.3 seconds. It also featured a quarter mile time of 14.7 seconds. Built to deliver power and fuel economy, the 5.7 liter is a VVT-i engine. The Toyota Tundra's 5.7 liter 4x2 engine was rated to deliver an estimated 20 miles to the gallon on the highway.

The newest generation of the Tundra was very popularly aimed at construction workers, because it included extra large door handles, headrests that could accommodate a worker with his hard hat on, a deck rail system and an integrated tow hitch. This newest model, as a standard model, also came with an automatic limited slip differential vehicle stability control, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control antilock brakes, brake assist and tailgate assist. Unfortunately the Toyota Tundra was priced at the extravagant MSRP of $22,290, which was priced more than the Chevy Silverado Work Truck and the base Ford F-150.

Other updates for 2007 included optional tow mirrors, a 27 US gallon fuel tank and the option of 22 inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, large center console, backup camera, extra-large disc brakes and 6-speed sequential automatic transmission.

This newest model of the Tundra is built in two different locations, both of them located inside the U.S. The 2008 Tundra model added 13 variations, bringing the grand total up to 44 model variants. This newest model featured even more additional features at an even lower price. A new 'Tundra Grade' trim was available, and was lower than the SR5 trim and was aimed at trades-folk, rather than the price conscious customer.

For 2009 the Toyota Tundra received an E85 fuel capability that was now standard and was equipped with the 5.7L V8 in very select regions. The TRD Sport package was also updated by Toyota this year and a TRD Rock Warrior Package was also introduced. Compared to the year previously, the Toyota Tundra's prices are estimated to rise 0.4%.

by Jessican Donaldson