The 2026 Toyota Tundra should appeal to you whether you're looking for a solid work truck or an off-road-capable rig that can get you away from it all. We've also found that it's user-friendly and comfortable.Read full review
The Toyota Tundra made its name as a capable, comfortable full-size truck long ago, but the current model — introduced in 2022 — is the most livable yet. The Tundra is powered by a turbocharged V6 engine that offers better fuel efficiency than its V8-powered rivals. You can also opt for a hybrid version that fits an electric motor between the engine and transmission to produce more power. As with most full-size trucks, there are a plethora of cab and bed configurations, numerous trim levels, and the choice of rear- or four-wheel drive. The Tundra can be dressed down to haul parts, kitted out to go overlanding, or dressed up with luxury appointments.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
by the Edmunds Experts
Good
7.0
out of 10
We drove the 2026 Toyota Tundra on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Driving experience
6.5/10
How does the Toyota Tundra drive? The turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 delivers substantial torque even at low rpm, and the 10-speed transmission shifts quickly and smoothly. In our testing, a 4WD Tundra accelerated from 0 to 60 mph 6.6 seconds. That makes for easy merging and passing on the highway. The Tundra also stops shorter than the average distance for a full-size truck, even with rugged off-road tires.
Light and accurate steering helps guide the truck down tight backcountry roads, but be aware that this is a big, long truck. The underbody can easily hang up on seemingly easy obstacles. Our test truck's TRD Off-Road package added a locking rear differential and all-terrain driving modes but didn't appreciably improve off-road capability. Get the TRD Pro if you plan to drive trails.
The Tundra's buttoned-down, jitter-free ride isn't as relaxed as the Ram 1500's, but it's still impressive. Forward visibility is generally good, even with a sizable hood, but the chunky windshield pillars can block your view on two-lane roads. We recommend the optional surround-view camera. The advanced driver aids work pretty well, though the lane keeping system wasn't great at keeping the big Tundra centered between lane markers.
Comfort
7.4/10
How comfortable is the Toyota Tundra? Like all full-size trucks, the Tundra offers ample room for all passengers, especially in CrewMax configuration. And when equipped with the optional panoramic sunroof and full-width power rear window, the Tundra feels downright airy and spacious.
While the optional 14-inch touchscreen certainly gets your attention, the Tundra's straightforward interior layout and overall ease of use leave a more lasting impression. Gauges and graphics are easy to read at a glance, and the commanding driving position makes piloting the truck much less daunting. The straightforward climate control system is largely set-it-and-forget-it, but we appreciate the large buttons and dials even if some of the labeling can be tough to decipher in bright sunlight.
In-cabin tech
8.4/10
How’s the tech? The Tundra's available 14-inch touchscreen is a highlight. The graphics look crisp, and the various onscreen menus are easy to use. We'd wager some smartphone users might even prefer the native setup to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto (which also come standard) for some features. Our test truck had the upgraded JBL audio system, but we found the sound quality from the standard system was more than adequate.
Storage & cargo
7/10
How’s storage and cargo? The CrewMax four-door's extra space allows for storing plenty of items you'd rather not keep in the bed. Rear underseat storage is generous, as is small-item storage for front passengers. But the Tundra's interior storage isn't as clever or well organized as that of some of its rivals, and we could see the various bins getting messy in a hurry.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Toyota Tundra a good value? The interior is built to a high standard. Gaps are tight, and all the various trim elements lined up precisely. Though our Limited trim test Tundra lacked luxury touches such as wood and chrome you find in other midlevel full-size trucks, the Toyota did not feel the least bit downmarket or utilitarian. Adding to the Tundra's value statement is a competitive pricing structure that usually places it at a slightly lower price point than competitors.
Warranties are about average for the class, with three years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and five years/60,000 miles for the powertrain. But the Tundra's two years/25,000 miles of free maintenance is a slight step above.
Towing & hauling
8/10
How is the towing and hauling? The Tundra's maximum towing and hauling capacities aren't class-leading, but they're good enough for what most owners will want to do: hauling yard and home improvement materials on the weekends, towing dirt bikes or travel trailers, loading the bed with outdoor gear. Serious towers and builders will lock onto the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado, but the Tundra offers plenty of useful all-around strength.
MPG
3/10
How’s the fuel economy? Fuel economy isn't usually top of mind for most full-size truck buyers, but those interested in the Tundra might want to lower their expectations. The EPA estimates 19 mpg combined for the 4WD Tundra, which is comparable to competitors. But our test truck only managed a disappointing 15.2 mpg on our real-world evaluation route. That's worse than what we've observed from testing other full-size trucks.
X factor
7/10
The Tundra isn't best-in-class for towing, hauling or ride comfort, but there's nothing wrong with having competence and comfort as primary strengths. It's modern but without the flash and obviousness that Ford and Ram use to show you how modern everything is. The Tundra is easy to drive and easy to live with, especially given its size, and at times it felt as familiar as the smaller Tacoma.
The 2026 Toyota Tundra is a four-door pickup truck available in extended-cab (Double Cab) and crew-cab (CrewMax) configurations, with one short bed and one long bed option for each. You can choose from seven trim levels: SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone. Compare the 2026 Toyota Tundra trim levels in-depth.
Which Tundra trim does Edmunds recommend?
Among the numerous choices in the Tundra lineup, we think the midrange Limited trim is a great pick for most shoppers. It dresses up the big truck with heated and ventilated power-adjustable seats and a giant 14-inch touchscreen. It's also the most affordable trim that's eligible for the more powerful and efficient hybrid powertrain.
Competitors to consider
The Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 and Ram 1500 can all stand with the Tundra bumper to bumper. Each truck can be equipped with rugged off-road packages and tons of luxury features or be built for thankless heavy lifting day after day. There's also a vast array of bed and cab options and powertrains, from four-cylinder engines to big V8s. In this class, there's something for every buyer.
Edmunds spotlight: Hybrid power
Hybrids aren't anything new to Toyota, so it should be no surprise that even its full-size pickup has an electrified powertrain on the options list. However, the Tundra's hybrid setup is meant more for power than fuel economy. Known as the i-Force Max, the turbo V6 engine is mated to an electric motor to produce a combined output of 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. That's a notable jump from the base V6's 389 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. The Tundra's hybrid powertrain doesn't get higher mpg than the base engine, but that extra power is ideal for towing, and its power delivery is impressively smooth.
2026 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
Cheap plastic and poor engine qc. Plastic volume knobs broke twice, plastic seat rail broke twice. I’m on the list for a new engine. Imagine who wants to buy a truck where the engine was replaced by a local technician rather than from the factory. This is not what I was expecting when I purchased a 67k truck.
Stop the Insanity! It's a GREAT Truck.
5 out of 5 stars
B. LACEY, 06/19/2026
2026 Toyota Tundra Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
I have owned my 2026 Toyota Tundra Limited for just over a month now and I love it. I tow a Grand Design Imagine, have driven it solo to Arizona and Idaho. Living in Corado there are huge mountain passes and it doesnt miss a beat. Prospective buyers need to be informed and smart consumers but this truck is amazing, meets all my needs and more. As a light truck, it's not designed to do … the impossible but it does A Lot exceptionally well. Every make going into a new generation will have growing pains and hiccups. However, the 2026 year seems to have all that worked out. I would take the histronics about all the motor issues lightly from now forward. The interior and the ride are exceptional for a truck and it easily surpasses expectations of my 2014 SR5 Tundra with the 5.7 L. That truck was a beast and this is leaps and bounds beyond that. Toyota has a great reputation, does exceptional engineering and manufacturing. Many folks are brand loyalists and that is respectable but the majority of complaints I've seen about the third generation Tundra is poppycock. Off the shelf it's an amazing truck. Carefully researched for reasonable expectations, it's an immensely capable workhorse. I love mine!
Cheap thin plastic
1 out of 5 stars
Bonedbytoyota, 10/19/2025
2026 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
Horribly unreliable. 6 trips to the dealer.
Front grill is super thin plastic….
Poor Twin Turbo Cooler design
3 out of 5 stars
Guy, 06/01/2026
2026 Toyota Tundra SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
Was excited with the recent purchase of my 2026 Toyota Tundra SR5 TRD until I found out how poorly designed the front grill of the truck is in relation to the Turbo Coolers. Only drove the truck a little less than 1500 miles and notice the fins on my Turbo Coolers are all bent up. My dealer and Toyota says not to worry this is just a cosmetic thing may be resulting from debris kicking up … , snow, bugs and maybe going through touchless car washes . I do not believe this should be considered just a cosmetic thing considering the truck is brand new and hardly driven . Toyota will not replace these under warranty and it’s kind of embarrassing when you’re showing off your new truck to friends and that’s one of the first things they notice. If these are so bent up now, what are they going to look like in a few years and what effect is that going have on the engine? I think Toyota could’ve came up with a better design with airflow to the turbo, coolers and protecting them since the fins are so delicate. Very disappointed with the design. and starting to wonder if I’ve made the right decision..
The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 Tundra both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.0 out of 10. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Toyota Tundra. Learn more
Is the Toyota Tundra reliable?
To determine whether the Toyota Tundra is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Tundra. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Tundra's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Toyota Tundra is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2026 Tundra and gave it a 7.0 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 Tundra is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2026 Toyota Tundra?
The least-expensive 2026 Toyota Tundra is the 2026 Toyota Tundra SR 4dr CrewMax SB (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $43,260.
Other versions include:
SR 4dr CrewMax SB (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $43,260
SR 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $46,260
SR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $48,510
SR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $49,375
SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $51,510
SR5 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $52,375
Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $54,860
Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $55,190
Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $57,860
Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $58,190
Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $58,560
Limited 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $58,890
Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $61,560
Limited 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $61,890
Platinum 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $63,695
1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $64,380
Platinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $66,695
Platinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $67,025
1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $67,380
1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $67,710
Platinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $70,605
Platinum 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $70,935
1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $71,305
1794 Edition 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $71,635
TRD PRO 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $72,565
Capstone 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $80,800
If you're interested in the Toyota Tundra, the next question is, which Tundra model is right for you? Tundra variants include SR 4dr CrewMax SB (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A), SR 4dr CrewMax 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A), SR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/5.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A), and SR5 4dr CrewMax SB w/6.5' Bed (3.4L 6cyl Turbo 10A). For a full list of Tundra models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more