2001ToyotaTundraToyota Tundra2001 Toyota Tundra SR5 4WD Access CabFull-size PickupExtended CabRWDUSANewly optional on Limited is a package that matches the bumpers and tailgate handle to the body color. The TRD Off-Road package is now available on Access Cabs with a V8 engine, while models equipped with a V6 receive an upgraded alternator. A note-pad holder is now optional on SR5 and Limited, while Base regular cab trucks lose their standard cassette player. Two new colors are available, filling three slots left vacant by old colors that have been discontinued.Silky V8, Toyota build quality, less-than-full-size maneuverability.Lacks wide range of choice offered by domestics, somewhat uncomfortable front seats, meager rear cab room on Access Cab, chintzy interior trimmings.As the maker of America's best-selling sedan, it must have been frustrating for Toyota to learn that trucks are now outselling cars in this country, especially since the closest thing to a full-size pickup truck previously offered by Toyota was the poorly received T100. But the company learns from its mistakes, and went to work building a proper workhorse for American consumers. With last year's introduction of the Tundra, Toyota has finally crafted a full-fledged, maximum-sized pickup, capable of running with the big dogs on several fronts. Topping its pedigree is an available 4.7-liter, I-Force V8 engine lifted directly from the Land Cruiser/LX 470 sport utility twins. This smooth-revving and ultra-refined power plant makes 245 horsepower and 315 foot-pounds of torque and is available only with a four-speed automatic transmission. Payload capacity is 2,000 pounds and towing capacities for the V8 start at 5,000 pounds (it goes up to 7,000 pounds with an optional tow package). A 3.4-liter, dual overhead-cam V6, making 190 horsepower and 220 foot-pounds of torque, is standard on regular-cab Tundras, and may be mated to either a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission. Toyota has failed, in some regards, to meet the demands of current truck buyers when it comes to configuration. The Tundra is available in regular and extended-cab versions. Unfortunately, regular-cab versions come only in longbed form, while extended-cab models come only as shortbeds. The latter does include two "suicide" doors for easier rear-seat access (which, by the way, is what Toyota calls its four-door Tundra layout: Access Cab), but the space back there is tiny in comparison to trucks from Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge and GMC. Those domestic truck-makers also let the buyer build a pickup to meet specific style and creature comfort needs, ranging from bare-bones work trucks to luxury-lined haulers. Toyota gives you three trim levels and a comparatively sparse option list, though dealers will likely be happy to load you up with running boards and gold packages if given the chance. Inside, the Tundra feels a bit more compact than its American counterparts, lacking adequate seat-track travel and a seat height adjuster (in the volume-leading SR5 Access Cab) for optimal comfort when taller drivers are behind the wheel. Rear seat room is also tight, with legroom at a premium for anyone of average height. Tundra's cabin does offer a quiet ride that surpasses competing trucks, as well as many cars, and options like leather seating and a CD changer further contribute to the Tundra's relaxing internal environment for shorter folks. But interior plastics come straight from the Corolla parts bin, and many have a cheap feel and luster that no amount of cowhide can mask. We wish Toyota offered more variety in areas like configuration and option packages, and an increase in cab space would help the Tundra better compete with the extended cab models from GM, Ford and Dodge. Still, the fact that a V8-powered pickup can now be had with a Toyota nameplate on it means that there's a new sub-set of rules for America's truck buyer. Chevrolet Silverado 1500Dodge Ram 1500Ford F-150GMC Sierra 1500336,000560,0005UnlimitedNANANA63.4 litersV6190 hp @ 4800 rpm220 ft-lbs. @ 3600 rpmNA1680 lbs.5000 lbs.217.5 in.75.2 in.71.5 in.4320 lbs.128.3 in.44.3 ft.11.4 in.40.3 in.37 in.NANANANA41.5 in.29.6 in.5OptionalStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = GoodRating = GoodNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested26.4 gal.15 mpg / 18 mpg15 mpg / 18 mpg396 mi. / 475 mi.396 mi. / 475 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$21,803$24,0957.35%$480N/A3% of the Base InvoiceBASE 2WD REGULAR CAB (5M): 3.4L V6 DOHC SMPI 24-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 80 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 4.08 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent double-wishbone suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering with engine speed-sensing assist; front disc/rear drum brakes; 26.4 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; front and rear colored bumpers, rear step bumper; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen auto off headlamps; additional exterior lights include pickup cargo box light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7" steel wheels; P245/70SR16 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan feature, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; 3 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), driver's foot rest, smokers'' package; instrumentationdisplay includes water temperature gauge, in-dash clock, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, low oil level, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid; driver's front airbag, passenger's cancelable front airbag; tinted windows; rear window defroster; seating capacity of 3, bench front seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seats include 2-way adjustment; height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners; vinyl seats, cloth door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering; interior lights include dome light; day/night rearview mirror; locking glove box, front cupholder, driver's and passenger's door bins; black grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles.
SR5 2WD ACCESS CAB (5M) (in addition to or instead of BASE 2WD REGULAR CAB (5M) equipment): Front and rear mud flaps, side impact bars; front and rear chrome bumpers, rear step bumper; black bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert; driver's and passenger's manual chrome folding outside mirrors; air conditioning; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; additional instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, volt gauge; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers; seating capacity of 5, front captain seats with adjustable headrests, driver and passenger armrests, driver and passenger seats include 4-way adjustment; 60/40 folding rear bench seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage; cabback insulator; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; dual auxiliary visors; partial floor console, front and rear cupholders, interior concealed storage, rear underseat tray and chrome grille.
SR5 V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SR5 2WD ACCESS CAB (5M) equipment): 4.7L V8 DOHC SMPI 32-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; engine oil cooler; 3.92 axle ratio; cruise control; seating capacity of 6, 60/40 split-bench front seats with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage and driver and passenger seats include 4-way adjustment.
LIMITED V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SR5 V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) equipment): Body-colored bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert, body-colored fender flares; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights, pickup cargo box light; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored folding outside mirrors; P265/70SR16 BSW M&S tires; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan feature, cassette player, single-disc CD player, 6 speakers, fixed antenna; deep tinted windows with driver's 1-touch down function; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sliding rear window, rear window defroster; premium cloth seats, cabback insulator; dual illuminated vanity mirrors and dual auxiliary visors.
SR5 4WD REGULAR CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LTD V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) equipment): Part-time 4-wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift, 3.91 axle ratio; black bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert; driver's and passenger's manual chrome folding outside mirrors; P245/70SR16 BSW M&S tires; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; tinted windows; seating capacity of 3, 60/40 split-bench front seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage and driver and passenger seats include 4-way adjustment.
SR5 4WD ACCESS CAB (5M) (in addition to or instead of SR5 2WD ACCESS CAB (5M) equipment): Part-time 4-wheel drive, auto locking hub control and manual shift and 4.1 axle ratio.
SR5 V8 4WD ACCESS CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of SR5 V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) equipment): 3.91 axle ratio.
LIMITED V8 4WD ACCESS CAB (4A) (in addition to or instead of LTD V8 2WD ACCESS CAB (4A) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift and P265/70SR16 BSW M&S tires.