2007 Toyota Tundra [ 2008 ]
Toyota Tundra
Overall Score - 8.3 (Very Good)
Reviewers are impressed by the Tundra's massive size and interior space, and by its optional 5.7-liter V8 engine, but feel that while Toyota is pulling even with American truckmakers, they have yet to outdo their top competitors. If you're in the market for a full-size truck, you should also consider the Chevy Silverado-1500 and the GMC Sierra-1500.
The 2007 Toyota Tundra is a completely redesigned edition of Toyota's truck and is both larger and more powerful than the previous model. Reviewers are enthusiastic about the brand new 5.7-liter V8 engine, which puts the Tundra at the top of its class for torque and horsepower. However, most critics also feel that the state-of-the-art is advancing so quickly in American truckmaking that this at best gives Toyota a very temporary advantage over the competition. "My overall impression of the Tundra," writes Cars.com, "is that it's not a game-changer, but it is a formidable player, and that's more than enough to satisfy buyers and threaten other truckmakers." The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel feels that "[t]hough it cannot be described as revolutionary, the Tundra has a number of features to distinguish itself from the competition." And the Fort Worth Star-Telegram says, "I can tell you that this is a truck that should be able to hold its own among the Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra, Ford F-150 and Dodge Ram."
Many reviewers are impressed by the sheer size of the vehicle, with the Chicago Sun-Times calling it "big, brawny but refined." The Tundra comes with a choice of three cabs - the Regular Cab, the Double Cab, and the CrewMax cab - and reviewers rave over the space available in the CrewMax cab's backseat, which The New York Times jokes is "just short of having enough rear-seat room for Yao Ming and the rest of the Houston Rockets."
A few reviewers think that the Tundra is overpriced, especially at the higher trims with all options. "The new Toyota is an expensive truck," says the Detroit Free Press. And the Arizona Republic feels that "Tundra could give the domestic brands a run for their money. But speaking of money, $40,000 for a pickup truck?" IntelliChoice gives the Tundra an average value rating, based on total cost of ownership compared to others in its class.
Tundra Performance - 8.4 (Very Good)
The 2007 Toyota Tundra offers a new, more powerful V8 engine and reviewers are impressed by what Edmunds calls its "class-leading output." However, Motor Trend says, "Keeping in mind that this is a big, tall, heavy vehicle, its handling is no better than any other big truck." continue
Tundra Exterior - 6.4 (Mediocre)
Reviewers find various ways to say that the 2007 Toyota Tundra is big and macho. "The Tundra isn't just bigger than its wimpy predecessor," says Automobile Magazine, "it begs for notice. There's enough chrome in its grille to deplete global reserves of that metal." continue
Tundra Interior - 7.7 (Good)
Reviewers generally like the interior of the 2007 Toyota Tundra's cab, with particular praise for the spacious backseat in the CrewMax version. "The ergonomics, design, generous space and seating comfort of the Tundra's interior should be more than enough for just about anybody except, maybe, a basketball star," says Kelley Blue Book. continue
Tundra Safety - 9.5 (Excellent)
Government crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) award the 2007 Toyota Tundra a score of 4 out of 5 stars for driver protection in front impact crashes and 4 out of 5 stars for front passenger protection. continue
Tundra Reliability - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2007 Toyota Tundra reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2007 Tundra is covered by a 36 month/36,000 miles basic warranty. continue
