Toyota Tundra Model Years and History

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2026. Updates include a tow hitch with a 7/4 trailer harness pin that is now standard across the board, as is the larger 32.2-gallon fuel tank. The Limited trim gets standard leather seat upholstery, and double-cab models get HVAC vents on the rear console for better air distribution.

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2026. Updates include a tow hitch with a 7/4 trailer harness pin that is now standard across the board, as is the larger 32.2-gallon fuel tank. The Limited trim gets standard leather seat upholstery, and double-cab models get HVAC vents on the rear console for better air distribution.

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2025.

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2025.

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2024.

After a redesign in 2022 the Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2023.

After a redesign in 2022 the Toyota Tundra carries over with minimal changes for 2023.

The Tundra rolls into 2022 is completely redesigned and powered by a standard twin-turbo V6 and you can buy extra power with hybrid V6. The mighty V8 got dropped from the lineup. The truck also got lots of updates to the frame, transmission, suspension, and steering. The rear suspension now uses coil springs or optional air springs.

The Tundra rolls into 2022 is completely redesigned and powered by a standard twin-turbo V6 and you can buy extra power with hybrid V6. The mighty V8 got dropped from the lineup. The truck also got lots of updates to the frame, transmission, suspension, and steering. The rear suspension now uses coil springs or optional air springs.

The Tundra rolls into 2021 with minimal changes with the exception of the new Trail and Nightshade special edition debuts.

The Tundra rolls into 2021 with minimal changes with the exception of the new Trail and Nightshade special edition debuts.

The Tundra gets several updates for the 2020 model year. The biggest news is that Toyota have ditched the smaller V8 and purged it from the lineup. That means that even the base SR tundra is now powered by the bigger 5.7L V8. Other upgrades for 2020 include a better infotainment system which now gets Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard on all models. In addition, the TRD Pro package can now be had in Double Cab form, while the SX Package for the SR5 can now be had on CrewMax bodied trucks. A smart key with push-button start has also been added for most trim levels.

The Tundra gets several updates for the 2020 model year. The biggest news is that Toyota have ditched the smaller V8 and purged it from the lineup. That means that even the base SR tundra is now powered by the bigger 5.7L V8. Other upgrades for 2020 include a better infotainment system which now gets Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard on all models. In addition, the TRD Pro package can now be had in Double Cab form, while the SX Package for the SR5 can now be had on CrewMax bodied trucks. A smart key with push-button start has also been added for most trim levels.

The Toyota Tundra sees no major changes for 2019. Toyota did bring back the TRD Pro model back in the lineup, which is designed for optimum off-road performance.

The Toyota Tundra sees no major changes for 2019. Toyota did bring back the TRD Pro model back in the lineup, which is designed for optimum off-road performance.

The Toyota Tundra gets a couple of notable additions for 2018 as well as some revised styling around the front end. A new TRD Sport package is available this year, featuring a unique front bumper, hood and grill, the TRD Sport Package also gets 20-inch wheels, Bilstein shocks, LED headlights and LED fog lights. Standard across the entire lineup for 2018 is Toyota's Safety Sense-P system which includes a lane departure system, dynamic radar, active cruise control and automatic high beams.

The Toyota Tundra gets a couple of notable additions for 2018 as well as some revised styling around the front end. A new TRD Sport package is available this year, featuring a unique front bumper, hood and grill, the TRD Sport Package also gets 20-inch wheels, Bilstein shocks, LED headlights and LED fog lights. Standard across the entire lineup for 2018 is Toyota's Safety Sense-P system which includes a lane departure system, dynamic radar, active cruise control and automatic high beams.

The Toyota is largely unchanged for 2017, though a tow hitch receiver is now standard on all models.

The Toyota is largely unchanged for 2017, though a tow hitch receiver is now standard on all models.

Toyota has updated the stereos in all Tundra models for 2016. They now run on Toyota's Entune 2.5 architecture. This means better phone integration and faster performance, particularly with the premium sound system. A bigger gas tank on several trims and a slightly redesigned front fascia on the SR5 and 1794 trims are also new for 2016.

Toyota has updated the stereos in all Tundra models for 2016. They now run on Toyota's Entune 2.5 architecture. This means better phone integration and faster performance, particularly with the premium sound system. A bigger gas tank on several trims and a slightly redesigned front fascia on the SR5 and 1794 trims are also new for 2016.

For 2015, Toyota has dropped the V6 engine from the Tundra lineup, leaving only the 4.6L and 5.7L V8s. Meanwhile, a TRD Pro off-road trim joins the lineup.

For 2015, Toyota has dropped the V6 engine from the Tundra lineup, leaving only the 4.6L and 5.7L V8s. Meanwhile, a TRD Pro off-road trim joins the lineup.

For 2014, the Tundra gets new Double Cab "SR5" trims. Toyota's Entune smartphone integration audio system will be offered.

For 2014, the Tundra gets new Double Cab "SR5" trims. Toyota's Entune smartphone integration audio system will be offered.

Toyota has left the Tundra relatively unchanged for 2013. Minor differences in the trim packages available include changing last years "Platinum Package" to a full on trim level for 2013. Base MSRP has been given a very modest increase, with trim levels costing on average about $200 more for 2013.

Toyota has left the Tundra relatively unchanged for 2013. Minor differences in the trim packages available include changing last years "Platinum Package" to a full on trim level for 2013. Base MSRP has been given a very modest increase, with trim levels costing on average about $200 more for 2013.

Toyota's full-sized Tundra pickup receives minor changes for 2012. Several option packages were streamlined in order to make choosing a Tundra easier. A helpful backup camera is now standard on all Limited grade Tundra's as well as on the TRD Rock Warrior version. A new chrome appearance package has also been added, featuring chrome wheels, door handles and mirrors.

Toyota's full-sized Tundra pickup receives minor changes for 2012. Several option packages were streamlined in order to make choosing a Tundra easier. A helpful backup camera is now standard on all Limited grade Tundra's as well as on the TRD Rock Warrior version. A new chrome appearance package has also been added, featuring chrome wheels, door handles and mirrors.

Toyota's full-sized Tundra pickup receives mostly minor changes for 2011. Mechanically, the base 4.0L V6 now features Toyota's dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), utilizing roller rockers and hydraulic lifters for increased performance and efficiency. Sway control and brake override technology have been added as standard equipment to aid in trailer pulling ease and safety.

Toyota's full-sized Tundra pickup receives mostly minor changes for 2011. Mechanically, the base 4.0L V6 now features Toyota's dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), utilizing roller rockers and hydraulic lifters for increased performance and efficiency. Sway control and brake override technology have been added as standard equipment to aid in trailer pulling ease and safety.

Following a 2007 redesign the Tundra enters 2010 with several changes. A new more powerful 4.6L midrange V8 is available to replace last year's 4.7L V8. Two new trim levels are also available: Platinum and Work Truck. Minor cosmetic adjustments have been made to the grille and taillamps and front seat knee airbags and height-adjustable headlamps are now standard across the line. Two new audio choices are available, as well as folding tow mirrors, a power vertical rear window and in-mirror back up camera. All SR5 Double Cab and Crew Max models have been discontinued with the SR5 package now an option rather than a stand alone model.

Following a 2007 redesign the Tundra enters 2010 with several changes. A new more powerful 4.6L midrange V8 is available to replace last year's 4.7L V8. Two new trim levels are also available: Platinum and Work Truck. Minor cosmetic adjustments have been made to the grille and taillamps and front seat knee airbags and height-adjustable headlamps are now standard across the line. Two new audio choices are available, as well as folding tow mirrors, a power vertical rear window and in-mirror back up camera. All SR5 Double Cab and Crew Max models have been discontinued with the SR5 package now an option rather than a stand alone model.

Following a 2007 redesign and several updates last year, the Tundra enters 2009 with few changes. Among them is the availability of E85 flex-fuel versions of 5.7L 4x4 models. Also, two new options packages will be available for Tundra--TRD Sport and TRD Rock Warrior. The former gets color-keyed front and rear bumpers and the latter gets a color-keyed front bumper and a matte-black rear bumper. Rock Warrior also gets a special TRD-tuned off-road suspension, and both offer unique wheels.

Following a 2007 redesign and several updates last year, the Tundra enters 2009 with few changes. Among them is the availability of E85 flex-fuel versions of 5.7L 4x4 models. Also, two new options packages will be available for Tundra--TRD Sport and TRD Rock Warrior. The former gets color-keyed front and rear bumpers and the latter gets a color-keyed front bumper and a matte-black rear bumper. Rock Warrior also gets a special TRD-tuned off-road suspension, and both offer unique wheels.

For 2008, thirteen new model variants have been added to the Toyota Tundra, which was completely redesigned a year ago. The Double Cab and CrewMax are now available in an entry-level "Tundra Grade" trim. The SR5 and Limited Double Cab and CrewMax get some additional standard equipment, including power front seats, six-disc DC changer, heated mirrors, and mud guards. Regular cab Tundra Grade models get a new chrome bumper and black grille surround for more utilitarian look.

For 2008, thirteen new model variants have been added to the Toyota Tundra, which was completely redesigned a year ago. The Double Cab and CrewMax are now available in an entry-level "Tundra Grade" trim. The SR5 and Limited Double Cab and CrewMax get some additional standard equipment, including power front seats, six-disc DC changer, heated mirrors, and mud guards. Regular cab Tundra Grade models get a new chrome bumper and black grille surround for more utilitarian look.

The Toyota Tundra is completely redesigned for 2007 and is larger in every dimension than the model it replaces. It's now a true half-ton truck, and comparable in size to the main domestic competitors such as the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and Dodge Ram. Towing and hauling ability are now also competitive with the segment leaders, and a big, 5.7L V8 is available.