Would you gamble on a gen 4 Tundra?

[JeffRaines]

Just an observation....

The people singing the praises of the new Tundra seem to be the ones that actually own one and are actively driving one...or at least personally know someone who is.

Those disparaging them seem to be doing so off of speculation.

All of which seems to be consistent with a lot of topics around here. Drive and buy whatever makes you happy I suppose.

Dave

I learned a long time ago asking some guys about their favorite brand of truck is like asking them about their favorite politician. The other brands suck no matter how many good things they have, and whatever’s bad about their preferred brand well no it’s not it’s awesome.

 

[ZAK13]

I looked at the new Tundras, I think for the money, it's a very cheap looking interior, compared to other trucks, exterior styling is okay, and now that Toyota has addressed the v-6 engine issue, should be a decent but I feel overpriced truck.

 

[GunsAreFun]

One more data point for you is the new Tundras don’t have recovery hooks on the front on any trim level and only major modification can get them added.

I had a 2010 Tundra for 11.5 years so this is coming from a Toyota fan. Not hating. Just giving you info.

I didn’t use my front hooks often…three times that I can remember…but I really needed them when I used them.

 

[roosiebull]

They are all a gamble anymore to some extent.

Always have been, generally speaking, rigs are no less reliable than they were 20yrs ago, there are models that have good reputations in the past, and models of the same year with terrible reputations

It usually takes 5 years to have a good idea how reliable a model will be. The new tundra started off bad (for a Toyota) but now they could be very reliable, we won’t know until the whole first batch is around 150k

I recently got a 24’ taco, this newest generation is an unknown, but historically, it’s a pretty safe option, but if a Toyota has a problem, it gets a lot more attention than a ford or Chevy.

I would not consider upgrading our 21’ tundra for a gen 3, but if I didn’t have a half ton and needed a new one, I would probably take my chances on a tundra.

I have been kicked in the nuts every time I’ve got a domestic brand pickup, so I do have some bias. On the other hand, I/we have had more Toyotas than anything, from late 80’s little standard cab with a 22re to several 4Runners, tacos and a couple tundras without a single problem that wasn’t wear and tear

 

[5MilesBack]

I bought my low miles used 2016 Tundra "just because" Toyota went to that TT V6. I wanted something that would last me the next 20 years. I've had my old Toyota for 36 years now, and my F-350 is going on 25. I wanted something that would/could replace those if/when they fail. But at this point, I think I'll do whatever I have to do to keep them running as long as I can. Having the Tundra for almost two years now has shown me just how much I hate automatic transmissions.

 

[Jason Snyder]

One more data point for you is the new Tundras don’t have recovery hooks on the front on any trim level and only major modification can get them added.

Aftermarket and OEM are available.

 

[Jason Snyder]

I’ll probably buy one in about three years. I’m not 100% on it.

The new engine debacle was not good. Two good friends have ‘22 models. One loves his and one hates his.

We have a ‘23 RAV4 and I absolutely love It. My 08 Tundra has plenty of life in it (165k), so we may drive that longer too.

 

[Trial153]

My 22 and and 23 been fantastic so far.

 

[WRO]

I have 24 dodge Laramie 1500 for my work truck, it’s got all the bells and whistles. Great truck to ride in, pile of shit otherwise. Comparing the service I get at my local to Toyota dealer to the service I get from my local Dodge dealer is night and day. The dodge dealer has had my truck for 9 days now, didn’t look at it for 7 from the day I had my appointment and I probably won’t have it back for 5 more days waiting on parts for a warranty claim.

Toyota dealers have always had me in and out in a day, this has been the worst experience.

I’d take a Toyota with issues over an American rig every day of the week.

 

[Chet4570]

May have been discussed but is it true a V8 sound is pumped in through the speakers?

 

[Eagle]

May have been discussed but is it true a V8 sound is pumped in through the speakers?

certain models and sound systems only, but yes, on those models, V8 sound comes out of the speakers.

 

[Thinkingman]

May have been discussed but is it true a V8 sound is pumped in through the speakers?

Toyota/Lexus does that on a lot of models to give the illusion of power and performance.

 

[ETtikka]

I would get a 2022 non hybrid since it qualifies for engine; I would get a 2025 since it already has the “new” engine, not sure about 2023-2024 unless it had extended warranty, and then you would have to fight to get 30k$ engine replacement if something happened

 

[roosiebull]

May have been discussed but is it true a V8 sound is pumped in through the speakers?

I need a v6 sound for my taco

Eh, at least it’s quiet. I saw a pickup exactly like mine a couple days ago that I assume was straight piped, what people will do for attention, haha. It sounded like it should be in a movie called “the fast and bi-curious”

 

[Thinkingman]

I need a v6 sound for my taco

Eh, at least it’s quiet. I saw a pickup exactly like mine a couple days ago that I assume was straight piped, what people will do for attention, haha. It sounded like it should be in a movie called “the fast and bi-curious”

I ran across a thread for K&N intakes and the Taco Bros were asking how much sound it increased.
Worse filtering and more noise...So Toyota....

 

[idahodave]

Just assembled and installed a Smartcap on my 2025 last night. First new vehicle of my life. Gotta say, I sure am enjoying it…especially coming from a 2001 Silverado.

Dave

 

[fmyth]

Just assembled and installed a Smartcap on my 2025 last night. First new vehicle of my life. Gotta say, I sure am enjoying it…especially coming from a 2001 Silverado.

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Beautiful truck! I hope it takes you to many cool places.

 

[2buffalo]

My wife has a 22 with 60k miles on it. Hasn't had any issues but will be getting a new motor in two weeks for the recall. I don't like it and we will be selling it after the new motor is put in but some people love them.

 

[idahodave]

My wife has a 22 with 60k miles on it. Hasn't had any issues but will be getting a new motor in two weeks for the recall. I don't like it and we will be selling it after the new motor is put in but some people love them.

Have you had issues with it? Genuinely curious.

 

[trazerr]

May have been discussed but is it true a V8 sound is pumped in through the speakers?

certain models and sound systems only, but yes, on those models, V8 sound comes out of the speakers.

Its not fake v8 sounds, but amplified actual sounds of the engine. Just an FYI.