Auto Review By Veeno Dewan
The 2024 Toyota Tundra is one of the biggest full-size pickups in the market place. Square shouldered, brawny, and made for extra heavy-duty work or play- its very capable. For 2024, the Tundra continues with a host of models, body styles, pickup bed sizes, and option packages to go from well- equipped work truck to super luxury cruiser.
The biggest news is the availability of the 2024 Tundra i-Force Max hybrid powered by an intercooled twin-turbo V6 with electric motor-generator. The 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque is routed via a 10-speed auto transmission. Note- the hybrid Tundra is not a plug-in system, and so electric regeneration and battery charging occurs automatically, the gas engine and hybrid working Seamlessly as on most hybrid vehicles.. The Tundra i-Force Max is a 4×4 and delivers a towing capacity of up to 11,170 lb and a payload capacity of 1,654 lb. Only the Crew Cab configuration (CrewMax) is available with the hybrid system. The i-Force Max powertrain comes standard with the top TRD Pro and super luxury Capstone trims and is an option on the Limited and Limited with TRD Off-Road package.
The 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid model comes in 4 trim levels. Canadian pricing ranges from $73,390 to $90,690 MSRP. Freight and PDI is $1,930.
The 2024 Toyota Tundra is offered with three different bed lengths: 8.1 ft long – bed, 6.5ft mid –bed, and a 5.5 short bed that comes with the extended CrewMax model. There are two different cab configurations: the 4-door Double Cab and the bigger 4-door Crew Cab Max. The Tundra Hybrid has a towing capacity up to 12,000 lbs and can carry a payload of up to 1,940 lbs. This is an improvement of 11 percent over the outgoing generation Tundra. New Cargo hauling towing aids include driving modes consisting of Tow/Haul for lighter loads and Tow/Haul+ for heavier loads. Other useful towing features include powered extending/folding mirrors when towing large trailers, new road and parking cameras, a Panoramic View Monitor System, Trailer Back Guidance system, and Straight Path Assist. We tested a top-level Platinum model which looked very eye-catching with its all -black trim interior and black wheels.
In terms of the interior, there are s heated and ventilated front and rear seats in Softex faux-leather or real leather upholstery. The 2024 Tundra sees push-button start and a new 8-inch infotainment system, along with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The higher models meanwhile, have the larger laptop sized 14-inch screen as on our tester with multiple touch functions. There is also a voice command function starting with “Hey Toyota” that comes in very handy once you start using it. It has good voice-control integration. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay along with built-in Apple Music are also part of the equipment package.
The front dash is well designed with large clear instrumentation and goods sized controls. The seats all rounds are comfortable with plenty of room and are heated. The back row is huge in the Crew Max model with excellent access through the bigger doors. Three large adults can sit very comfortably back there. Overall, a supremely spacious, luxury laden interior
When it comes to safety the standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 tech suite has you covered as it integrates all the safety technology you can think of. On the road, the Tundra- rides better than before with its new fully boxed ladder frame with a coil-spring rear suspension. The result is a comfortable and compliant ride that makes the Tundra feel like a more modern truck than the previous version with its old leaf spring rear suspension set up.
As for the hybrid engine, it makes 437 horsepower and a whopping 583 lb-ft of torque for stellar payload and towing abilities. The visibility and sense of safety and security you feel is excellent once you climb into the Tundra. Driving this heavy truck is easy and it rides very smoothly. Power is ample and I liked the strong urgent exhaust note. Don’t expect hybrid car like fuel economy as this is a large heavy truck. Fuel economy for the Hybrid Tundra is rated at City-12.9 L/100km, Highway -11.6 L/100km, Combined-12.3 L/100km.
This big brawny satisfying to drive truck is highly recommended if you powerful truck is what you need for work ot play.
2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid CrewMax x Priced from: $73,390 to $90,690. Plis options, Freight & PDI.
More info at www. Toyota.ca
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