2012 Toyota Tundra Review
For those looking for a full sized truck from Toyota, take a good look at the 2012 Toyota Tundra. While this full sized pickup has been around for a few years, it just keeps getting better and better. Curious what has changed or been updated from last year’s model? Let’s take a quick look at the 2012 Toyota Tundra:
Cosmetic Changes: When it comes to the overall look of the 2012 Toyota Tundra, you probably won’t see much of a difference from the 2011 Tundra models. Of course, there will be a few differences here and there – such as minor alterations to the grille and tail lights. The 2012 Toyota Tundra will be every bit as big as the Ford F-150 models and the full sized Chevy truck models, and will also offer buyers three different cab sizes and three different bed lengths. There is the two-door regular cab, the double cab (which offers two full-sized doors and two smaller rear doors), and then the CrewMax that offers four full-sized doors. The bed lengths will be the 6.5 foot and the 8.1 foot beds on the normal sized cabs. The CrewMax offers a 5.5 foot bed.
Mechanical Changes: There weren’t a lot of major changes to the 2012 Toyota Tundra this year. It will still offer both the V6 and V8 models, although the V6 gets to keep that awesome boost that it got in the 2011 Tundra models. The V6 offers 270hp and 278 pound-feet of torque. The V8 offers two different models to choose from. The first, the 4.6 liter V8, offers 310 hp and 327 pound-feet of torque. The 5.7 liter V8 offers 381 hp and 401 pound-feet of torque. For those that want that mega towing power or just love the get up and go of the V8, the 5.7 liter is the one that will do just about anything.
When it comes to transmission options, you will still find plenty of options. The V6 offers the same 5-speed automatic transmission with only 2WD. The V8 offers a 6-speed automatic with a choice of either 2 or 4WD. Of course, all of the new 2012 Toyota models will come with an electronic brake override system that will lower the engine’s power if the brake and the accelerator are used at the same time.
Feature Changes: Here is where the 2012 Toyota Tundra is losing ground with it’s other full-size competitors. Both the Ford F-150 and the Dodge Ram 1500 offer redesigns starting in 2009. The full-size Chevy pick ups offered one in 2007 and again in 2013. The 2012 Toyota Tundra, however, is in need of a redesign for the features soon. This year, there is no major redesign of any of the features on the truck. However, Toyota is trying to keep the features pretty up to date. There is now an electronic trailer-sway control that was added onto the 2011 Tundra models to help with towing safety. The 2012 Tundra will also keep the power tilt/telescope steering wheel as well as the USB port links for MP3 devices. You’ll also find Bluetooth connectivity, a really nice navigation system complete with back up camera and a rear DVD system. There will be the leather upholstery option as well as cloth and you’ll find the CrewMax will include power sunroof options as well. All 2012 Toyota Tundras come with knee airbags for the driver and front passengers, as well as head-protecting curtain side airbags that will cover both seats and both rows (for those double cabs) and also rollover sensors. They also come standard with anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, limited slip differential, and traction control.
Fuel Economy Changes: There has been little released on the 2012 Tundra fuel economy, but it’s suggested that the V6 will be around 16 city and 20 hwy pmg, the 4.6 V8 will be around 15 city and 20 hwy mpg, and the 5.7 V8 will be about 14 city and 18 hwy mpg.
The 2012 Toyota Tundras will hit the showrooms in the fall of 2011 and while Toyota hasn’t released their prices on them yet, they will be in the price range of $26,000 to $45,000.
For those looking for a full sized truck from Toyota, take a good look at the 2012 Toyota Tundra. While this full sized pickup has been around for a few years, it just keeps getting better and better. Curious what has changed or been updated from last year’s model? Let’s take a quick look at the 2012 Toyota Tundra:
Cosmetic Changes: When it comes to the overall look of the 2012 Toyota Tundra, you probably won’t see much of a difference from the 2011 Tundra models. Of course, there will be a few differences here and there – such as minor alterations to the grille and tail lights. The 2012 Toyota Tundra will be every bit as big as the Ford F-150 models and the full sized Chevy truck models, and will also offer buyers three different cab sizes and three different bed lengths. There is the two-door regular cab, the double cab (which offers two full-sized doors and two smaller rear doors), and then the CrewMax that offers four full-sized doors. The bed lengths will be the 6.5 foot and the 8.1 foot beds on the normal sized cabs. The CrewMax offers a 5.5 foot bed.
Mechanical Changes: There weren’t a lot of major changes to the 2012 Toyota Tundra this year. It will still offer both the V6 and V8 models, although the V6 gets to keep that awesome boost that it got in the 2011 Tundra models. The V6 offers 270hp and 278 pound-feet of torque. The V8 offers two different models to choose from. The first, the 4.6 liter V8, offers 310 hp and 327 pound-feet of torque. The 5.7 liter V8 offers 381 hp and 401 pound-feet of torque. For those that want that mega towing power or just love the get up and go of the V8, the 5.7 liter is the one that will do just about anything.
When it comes to transmission options, you will still find plenty of options. The V6 offers the same 5-speed automatic transmission with only 2WD. The V8 offers a 6-speed automatic with a choice of either 2 or 4WD. Of course, all of the new 2012 Toyota models will come with an electronic brake override system that will lower the engine’s power if the brake and the accelerator are used at the same time.
Feature Changes: Here is where the 2012 Toyota Tundra is losing ground with it’s other full-size competitors. Both the Ford F-150 and the Dodge Ram 1500 offer redesigns starting in 2009. The full-size Chevy pick ups offered one in 2007 and again in 2013. The 2012 Toyota Tundra, however, is in need of a redesign for the features soon. This year, there is no major redesign of any of the features on the truck. However, Toyota is trying to keep the features pretty up to date. There is now an electronic trailer-sway control that was added onto the 2011 Tundra models to help with towing safety. The 2012 Tundra will also keep the power tilt/telescope steering wheel as well as the USB port links for MP3 devices. You’ll also find Bluetooth connectivity, a really nice navigation system complete with back up camera and a rear DVD system. There will be the leather upholstery option as well as cloth and you’ll find the CrewMax will include power sunroof options as well. All 2012 Toyota Tundras come with knee airbags for the driver and front passengers, as well as head-protecting curtain side airbags that will cover both seats and both rows (for those double cabs) and also rollover sensors. They also come standard with anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, limited slip differential, and traction control.
Fuel Economy Changes: There has been little released on the 2012 Tundra fuel economy, but it’s suggested that the V6 will be around 16 city and 20 hwy pmg, the 4.6 V8 will be around 15 city and 20 hwy mpg, and the 5.7 V8 will be about 14 city and 18 hwy mpg.
The 2012 Toyota Tundras will hit the showrooms in the fall of 2011 and while Toyota hasn’t released their prices on them yet, they will be in the price range of $26,000 to $45,000.
