2018 Toyota Tundra
What’s new
- New TRD Sport package for SR5 Tundra
- Standard Cab is no longer available
- Toyota Safety Sense package of advanced driver safety aids now comes standard
- Part of the third Tundra generation introduced for 2014
Pros
- Standard V8 power
- Roomy rear seating
- Standard Toyota Safety Sense driver safety and assist system
Cons
- Below-average fuel economy
- Ride quality is stiffer than on other trucks
- Feels larger than expected when driven on tight and congested roads
- Not as many customization possibilities
2018 Toyota Tundra pricing
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Edmunds' Expert Review
Overall rating
3 / 5Shopping for a full-size truck can be a challenge. Though there are only a few models to choose from, deciding which is best can be daunting. Toyota's offering for consumers is the 2018 Tundra. Some shoppers will undoubtedly appreciate the Tundra's V8-only powertrains, and others will enjoy the relatively straightforward ordering process compared to domestic rivals. And though the Tundra doesn't have a wealth of bells and whistles to choose from, it does have appealing core competencies. It can tow more than 10,000 pounds and is quite capable on the occasional off-road trip.
But rival full-size trucks have all benefited from recent overhauls, and the Tundra hasn't seen an all-new revision since 2007, which means the 2018 Tundra lags in advancements compared to the current segment leaders. Most manufacturers offer a diesel engine option for efficiency and torque over long hauls or turbocharged gasoline engines for superior performance and fuel efficiency. Even suspension technology has increased such that most rival trucks ride more comfortably.
Ultimately, the made-in-America 2018 Toyota Tundra has its share of good qualities, but it's not enough to push it to the top of the full-size truck category this year.
Trim levels & features
The 2018 Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup that is available in one of five trim levels: the base SR, the value-conscious SR5, the flexible Limited, the upmarket Platinum and the specialized 1794 Edition. Two engines are available, both V8s: a 4.6-liter (310 hp, 327 lb-ft) and a 5.7-liter (381 hp, 401 lb-ft). From there, you'll pick a body style (the regular Double Cab crew cab or extra large CrewMax) and one of three bed lengths (5.5-foot short bed, 6.5-foot standard bed and 8.1-foot long bed). Note that Toyota limits certain combinations of the above, and feature availability can also vary depending on the region of the country in which you live.
Highlights for the base SR (Double Cab body only) include 18-inch steel wheels, heated mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer, a damped tailgate, a rearview camera, an integrated trailer brake controller, a tilt-only steering wheel, Bluetooth, a 6.1-inch touchscreen interface, and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player and a USB port. Also included is forward collision warning and mitigation (with automatic braking), lane departure warning, automatic high beams and adaptive cruise control.
Going with the SR5 gets you foglights, variable intermittent windshield wipers and an upgraded tech interface that includes a 7-inch touchscreen, HD and satellite radio, traffic information and a navigation app. The crew cab adds a power-opening rear window and an overhead console.
The SR5's Upgrade package adds front bucket seats with a power-adjustable driver seat, a center console (with storage and console shifter), a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a larger 38-gallon gas tank when equipped with the 5.7-liter V8. There's also a TRD Sport package that adds 20-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, a hood scoop, body-colored mirrors and bumpers, LED headlights and foglights, TRD shift knob, floor mats and graphics.
The Limited builds on the Upgrade options package equipment with 20-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, movable tie-down cleats, automatic dual-zone climate control, leather upholstery, an upgraded power driver seat and a power-adjustable passenger seat, a power horizontal-sliding rear window (extended cab), a navigation system and additional stereo speakers.
At the top of the heap, the Platinum trim level comes with distinctive styling elements, LED daytime running lights, power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors, a sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, driver-seat memory functions and a 12-speaker JBL sound system.
The 1794 Edition really only differs from the Platinum in terms of its exclusive exterior and interior styling elements.
A TRD Off-Road package can be added to the SR5, Limited and 1794 Edition. It includes 18-inch TRD wheels, off-road tires, LED headlights, trail-tuned shock absorbers, skid plates and tow hooks.
Trim tested
Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Toyota Tundra CrewMax 1794 Edition (5.7L V8 | 6-speed automatic | 4WD).
NOTE: Since this test was conducted, the current Tundra has received some revisions, including an upgraded infotainment system and new driver safety aids. Our findings remain applicable to this year's Tundra, however.
Driving
3.5Acceleration
4Braking
3Steering
3Handling
2Drivability
3Off-road
4Comfort
2.5Seat comfort
3Ride comfort
2Noise & vibration
2.5Interior
3.5Ease of use
3.5Getting in/getting out
3Roominess
4Visibility
3.5Quality
3Utility
3.5Technology
Consumer reviews
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Features & Specs
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Tundra safety features:
- Park Assist Sonar
- Warns you if you're about to hit a car or object around your car. Extremely helpful with large vehicles parking in tight spaces.
- Blind-Spot Monitor and RCTA
- Lets you know if there is traffic in your blind spots before changing lanes, and if there's oncoming side traffic when reversing.
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Uses radar to help drivers keep a set distance from the car ahead by automatically using the gas and brakes.
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Toyota Tundra vs. Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 is a powerhouse in the light-duty pickup truck segment. It is available with multiple powertrains, including a turbocharged V6 and a smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission. It also offers big towing and hauling capabilities and plenty of modern tech. The Tundra might have a slight edge when it comes to pricing, but after objectively evaluating both trucks, we prefer the Ford.
Toyota Tundra vs. Nissan Titan
Both the Tundra and Titan come with standard V8s. The Tundra has two available V8s, and the Titan has only a single engine choice. But both trucks are competitively priced with simple trim-level structures, which make them easy to configure. The Titan has a slight edge over the Tundra because of its better driving dynamics and more comfortable cabin, but shoppers would do well to test-drive both trucks.
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See your car's valueThe 2018 Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup truck with four trims, two cab options and three bed lengths. It's also the only full-size truck in the segment with a standard V8 engine. Most manufacturers allow owners to customize and mix and match powertrains, body styles, bed lengths and options. But Toyota has gone down a different path by limiting options and platforms. For the most part, it works well because the builds that Toyota offers are fairly representative of what most consumers buy.
The base SR trim level is largely meant for commercial use. Available in the double-cab body style only, you'll be able to pick between the 4.6-liter V8 (310 hp, 327 lb-ft) or 5.7-liter V8 (381 hp, 401 lb-ft) in either rear- or four-wheel drive.
The SR5 trim level is where the real action begins. Available in Double Cab and CrewMax, you'll get more standard features and greater access to options. A TRD Off-Road package adds 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, Bilstein shock absorbers, engine and fuel tank skid plates, and LED headlights and foglights.
For a more luxury-oriented truck, check out the Limited. An optional Premium package adds parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, auto up-down power windows, driver footwell illumination, an Entune JBL audio system with navigation, and an alarm system with glass breakage sensor and engine immobilizer.
Finally, the Tundra Platinum and 1794 Edition top things off with perforated leather, heated and ventilated seats, and standard technology such as blind-spot monitoring. At this grade, there really isn't much to choose: They're available in the CrewMax cab and 5.7-liter V8 configuration only.
As you can see, Toyota has greatly simplified the truck-buying process. If that appeals to you, let Edmunds be your guide to finding and building the perfect 2018 Toyota Tundra for you.
2018 Toyota Tundra Overview
The 2018 Toyota Tundra is offered in the following submodels: Tundra CrewMax Cab, Tundra Double Cab. Available styles include SR5 FFV 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited FFV 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr CrewMax SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 FFV 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), 1794 FFV 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited 4dr CrewMax SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Platinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR 4dr Double Cab SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), Platinum FFV 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr CrewMax SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), Limited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), 1794 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), Limited FFV 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), Platinum 4dr CrewMax SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr Double Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Platinum FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr CrewMax Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr Double Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 FFV 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR FFV 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr CrewMax Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), 1794 FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr CrewMax Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A), SR5 FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), 1794 4dr CrewMax SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR 4dr Double Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr CrewMax Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR FFV 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR FFV w/Prod. End 6/18 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), SR5 4dr Double Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), Limited 4dr Double Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A), and SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A).
What do people think of the 2018 Toyota Tundra?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2018 Toyota Tundra and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2018 Tundra 3 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2018 Tundra.
Edmunds Expert Reviews
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What's a good price for a New 2018 Toyota Tundra?
2018 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
The 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $49,854. The average price paid for a new 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is trending $5,096 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is10.2% below the MSRP.
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2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
The 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $44,919. The average price paid for a new 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is trending $5,118 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $5,118 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$39,801.
The average savings for the 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is11.4% below the MSRP.
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2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
The 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $39,234. The average price paid for a new 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A) is trending $4,857 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $4,857 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$34,378.
The average savings for the 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl 6A) is12.4% below the MSRP.
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2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
The 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $43,801. The average price paid for a new 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is trending $4,863 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $4,863 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$38,938.
The average savings for the 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is11.1% below the MSRP.
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2018 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
The 2018 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $38,263. The average price paid for a new 2018 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is trending $4,909 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $4,909 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$33,354.
The average savings for the 2018 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr Double Cab 4WD LB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) is12.8% below the MSRP.
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