2014 Toyota Tundra – Toyota Motor Corporation’s trucks have the reputation for high resell value and durability that can only matched by a few other automobiles. Among full-size pick-up, Toyota Tundra still remains as a proper workhorse, but when it comes to comfort and fuel efficiency, it is left behind by the other competitor. Will Tundra’s reputation alone, for its durability and resell value, enough keep its throne as one of the best full-size pick-up globally?
Exterior
The answer is obviously no. Therefore, Toyota makes major Tundra’s second redesign on 2013, based on costumers’ feedback on Toyota Tundra’s exterior and interior. This is the reason why Tundra is leave behind; while other automobiles is focused on making a car which is more comfortable and fuel-efficient, Tundra was still struggling on change it appearance, hoping to get more attention from its so-called fan base.
Interior
As the result of costumers’ feedback, 2014 Toyota Tundra added more attitudes to its design, which make it looks bolder. On this third generation Tundra, the bold and masculine style is shown from the hood which is slightly higher, the grille that is firmer, and the tailgate which is more muscular with the word ‘Tundra’ stamped on it. On the interior, Toyota gives a few improvements such as the control panel system that has now moved closer to the driver and more spacious cabin. Besides that, 2014 Toyota Tundra also equipped with Entune Audio App system, navigation system, Toyota’s usual dual zone climate control, and multi-information display; that provides odometer, trip-meter, instant fuel economy, average speed, and trip timer. The newest generation Tundra also includes very good standard safety equipment such as Toyota’s 8 airbags, Star safety system that consist of vehicle stability and traction control, smart-stop, Anti-lock brake system, brake assistant and such, Tire pressure Monitor system, and LATCH technology to help its user mount the child seat easily. For their dedication on keeping its passengers save, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) bestow 2014 Toyota Tundra with its Top Safety Pick 2013.
Engine
On its newest design, Toyota Tundra comes in 3 cab choices; regular cab, double cab, and four door crew cab called CrewMax. Double cabs and CrewMaxes have five or six seats, depend on costumers’ choice. There are five trim levels of 2014 Toyota Tundra that you can pick based on your own preference; base SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, and 1794 edition. There are also three engines available; 4.0-liter V-6, 4.6-liter V-8, and 5.7-liter V-8. Talking about its performance, Tundra is basically comfortable with quick steering, but it can be bouncy with no load in its bed, which is –despite its good features, way behind its competitor.
Price
2014 Toyota Tundra price starts from$25,920 for basic Tundra SR type. This car is cheaper than 2014 Ford Explorer.
