2022 Toyota Tundra: Choosing the Right Trim

Totally reimagined, the 2022 Toyota Tundra rolls into showrooms with more capability and a well-deserved air of confidence.

A Tundra redesign was way past due because Toyota hadn’t given the Tundra a major makeover since 2007.

The 2022 overhaul, from its planning to its engineering to its design and finally, to its assembly, was all accomplished in the U.S.

Whether the improvements will elevate Tundra to the level of its target rivals, the Ford F-150, GM 1500 models (Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra), and the Ram 1500 remains to be seen. However, the improvements are both many and significant.

We can’t go into them in this canon detailing trim levels, but it would be journalistic malpractice not to mention at least a couple of the advancements.

Near the top of the list, Tundra offers a powerful twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine (arriving in late 2021) or a gas/electric mild-hybrid powertrain (covered elsewhere and arriving in the spring of 2022). Also notable: The new Tundra has forsaken leaf-spring rear suspension in favor of a multi-link live-axle setup with coil springs and a maximum towing capability of 12,000 pounds (nearly an 18% increase) possible.

A fresh double-wishbone arrangement comprises the front suspension.

Those wanting to take advantage of Tundra’s beefed-up towing capability will appreciate the newly available bundle of cameras providing a variety of views around the truck.

• Toyota offers the Tundra with two cab choices: Double Cab (extended cab) and CrewMax (crew cab).
• Cargo-box-length choices are 5.5 feet, 6.5 ft, and 8.1 ft.
• Trim levels are SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, and 1794.

Power & Fuel Economy

Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard, but 4-wheel drive (4WD) is available for $3,000. Toyota provides 4WD as standard equipment on the TRD Pro model, the only Tundra that comes standard with the upcoming hybrid powertrain.

All non-hybrid Tundras source their thrust from a 389-horsepower 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 engine. It also produces 479 lb-ft of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission sends engine power to the wheels.

The base Tundra, the SR, gets EPA fuel economy of 18 miles per gallon city/24 mpg highway. In the SR5, Limited, Platinum, and 1794 trim levels, the fuel economy drops only a bit, to 18 mpg city/23 mpg highway.

With 4×4, the Tundra SR and SR5 models are estimated at 17 mpg city/23 mpg highway, whereas the 4×4 versions of the Limited, Platinum, and 1794 come in at 17 mpg city/22 mpg highway.

Note: There’s no EPA fuel economy data yet for the upcoming hybrid Tundra, which produces a substantial 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque.

2022 Toyota Tundra SR (starting at $35,950)

The 2022 Toyota Tundra SR is now available, starting at $35,950.

Toyota offers the SR only with the Double Cab. The listed price is for the RWD version with the 6.5-ft cargo box.

It includes 18-inch steel wheels, LED headlights with manual leveling, LED taillights, an easy-lower-and-lift tailgate, and heated power outboard mirrors.

Other features are a 4.2-inch driver information display, trailer sway control, keyless entry with push-button start, and single-zone automatic climate control.

Also included are an auto-dimming rearview mirror, fabric-trimmed front bucket seats, and a tilt-telescopic steering wheel.

A 60/40 split-folding rear seat with an under-seat storage box is also standard.

The infotainment system has an 8-in. touchscreen, a 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, three USB ports, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi capability.

The driver’s aids are forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, and lane-tracing assist.

Other driver aids include road-sign assist, adaptive cruise control, and high-beam assist.

Other than a tow package with a tow hitch, a 7-pin connector, and a 4-pin converter, SR doesn’t offer much in the way of factory-installed options. However, you can get heated power-extending-folding tow mirrors with integrated turn signals.

Adding the $1,695 destination fee to the SR base price brings the total to $37,645. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $676 per month. See 2022 Toyota Tundra SR models for sale

2022 Toyota Tundra SR includes:

• Keyless entry – If the key fob is on your person, the doors automatically unlock when you touch the door handle. Push-button start is paired with keyless entry.
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror – Using photosensors, it recognizes bright headlights closing from behind. It then automatically dims the reflection of those lights.
• A suite of driver aids includes forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, and adaptive cruise control.

2022 Toyota Tundra SR5 (starting at $40,755)

The 2022 Toyota Tundra SR5 is now available, starting at $40,755.

The listed price is for the RWD Double Cab. The CrewMax SR5 starts at $42,805.

SR5 adds the SR tow package, 18-in. alloy wheels, LED fog lights, cargo-box adjustable tie-down cleats, three driver-selectable drive modes, and tow-haul mode.

Also included are a trailer brake control and a rear-seat center armrest.

Among the options is a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel.

The SR5 Convenience Package includes blind-spot monitoring. The TRD Off-Road Package adds 18-in. TRD wheels and grille, the TRD off-road suspension, and skid plates.

Also optional is a load-leveling rear-height control air suspension and a 14-in. touchscreen.

Adding the $1,695 destination fee to the SR5 base price equals $42,450. With no money down for 60 months at 3% interest, financing works out to $763 per month. See 2022 Toyota Tundra SR5 models for sale

2022 Toyota Tundra SR5 includes:

• Drive modes – The driver may select among Eco, Normal, and Sport driving modes.
• Tow-haul mode – With a push of a button, your truck will compensate for tugging a heavy trailer any time you need more pulling, steering, or stopping power.
• Trailer brake control – Allows the driver to adjust the brake pressure at each trailer wheel for improved stopping power and safety.

2022 Toyota Tundra Limited (starting at $46,850)

The 2022 Toyota Tundra Limited is now available, starting at $46,850.

The listed price is for the Limited 4×2 Double Cab. The CrewMax Limited starts at $48,900.

Limited adds 20-in. alloy wheels, heated power outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, the 14-in. touchscreen, a Homelink transceiver, and a leather shift knob.

Also included are faux-leather heated-ventilated front seats, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, soft-touch interior surfaces, and a total of five USB ports.

An electronic locking fuel door, dual-zone automatic climate control, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert are also standard.

Options include a power panoramic roof, a surround-view camera, and the TRD Off-Road Package.

Adding the $1,695 destination fee to the Limited base price totals $48,545. Financing with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to a monthly payment of $872. See 2022 Toyota Tundra Limited models for sale

2022 Toyota Tundra Limited includes:

• Homelink – This universal transceiver offers programming for your automatic garage door, as well as other functions like your home’s interior light operation.
• Dual-zone automatic climate control – A set-it-and-forget-it system, it divides the vehicle into left and right regions. It provides separate temperature settings for each region. Once set, it automatically maintains the preset temperatures.
• Blind-spot monitoring – This radar-based system warns of traffic approaching your flanks. It also includes a rear cross-traffic alert to warn of vehicles crossing behind you when in reverse.

2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum (starting at $56,990)

The 2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum is now available, starting at $56,990.

Platinum and the 1794 Edition only come with the CrewMax cab. The listed price is for the RWD version.

Platinum adds premium LED headlights with self-leveling, LED daytime running lights, power panoramic moon roof, and wireless phone charging.

A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a surround-view camera, a Trailer Backup Guide System, rear-door sunshades, and heated-ventilated front-rear seats are standard.

Also included are leather-trimmed 10-way power-adjustable front seats, memory for driver’s seat and outboard mirrors, and a power-adjustable steering wheel.

A 12-speaker JBL audio system is standard, too.

Platinum qualifies for the TRD Off-Road Package and the Advanced Package with load-leveling rear-height control and a head-up display.

Adding the $1,650 destination fee to the Platinum base price brings the total to $58,640. With no money down for 60 months at 3% interest, financing works out to $1,054 per month. See 2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum models for sale

2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum includes:

• Smartphone charging – You can charge any Qi-compatible smartphone without using a cable.
• Power-adjustable steering wheel – Changing the height and distance of the steering wheel is as easy as pressing a button.
• 10-way power-adjustable front seats – Leather-trimmed, these power-adjustable seats include 4-way power-adjustable lumbar support.

2022 Toyota Tundra 1794 (starting at $57,690)

The 2022 Toyota Tundra 1794 is now available, starting at $57,690.

The price listed is for the RWD 1794 CrewMax.

The 1794 Edition is the Platinum grade with some Texas ranch-inspired trim and accent pieces inside and out for all intents and purposes. See 2022 Toyota Tundra 1794 models for sale

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