One Year In, Any Regrets With The 2023 Toyota Tundra?
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- Опубліковано 4 лис 2024
- This wasn’t even the Toyota Tundra I was supposed to have, but last April, I had to make a move into something a bit cheaper. Was purchasing this 2023 Toyota Tundra SR5 A Wise Decision? Here are my thoughts 1 year later.
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@Toyota needs to give this man a free truck, whatever model he wants, because he is the MOST loyal Tundra guy out there. And he is the most thorough in his inspection of these trucks.
I really appreciate that but to be honest, i have no problem with this one!
OK, lets get some thing straight. I just bought a '23 1794 Hybrid one year ago in 3 / 23. Got all the bells and whistles. I am 65 and this will probably be my last truck.
You have to step up like I did.
1987 : F-150 single cab, 4 speed manual, Granny gear.
1999 : F-150 Lariat, extended cab, 6 ft. bed. 346,000 miles
2023 : Tundra Hybrid 1794
This is how I got to the Tundra. Took my whole life to get here. Besides my wife having 2 Avalons. A 1996 and a 2008 Avalon. Loved them both. Still have the "08.
Point is, you have to work your way up to the top of what you want. Unless you win the lotto. I knew this from the start. It is a long road but every step you take is worth it. Hang in their.
One thing is do not make yourself truck poor. I put my money on a house and keep my old truck. Was house poor for about 5 yrs, but after that we were golden.
Save every dime you can. Want a boat, I did. Sold it 5 yrs later. Gets old. Never used it after first couple of yrs.
Do not through away money on toys. Invest , you will understand later in life. 10 K in 30 yrs turns into 500K .
I loved the cabin space in the last generation.
@10:30: rear seat space going from Crew Max to Double Cab is the only thing you may have lost out on. To me, Pano roof or hybrid engine are not deal breakers but rear seat space for those who need it is priceless. I do not understand why Toyota reduced the space in the rear of the cab of the Tundra. Makes no sense.
Loved your 2020 Army Green TRD PRO
The platinum pro tundra you built was your best one in my opinion I built one similar with a 2014 model and will never sell it
That certainly was a great truck
I have a ‘24 1794 in blueprint and like you, I’m not a chrome guy, but think the chrome surround and other parts look great.
I rented a 2022 SR5 for 4 days in 2022 and absolutely loved it. The only things I really missed vs my TRDOR Tacoma was the dual climate and heated seats. It had the roll down rear window and I kind of wished it was a regular slider, but still liked it. Just another reminder of needs vs wants in a vehicle.
Fantastic to hear this is your favorite tundra. New to channel but thanks for awesome video
Truck is super nice, still out of my price range though, that TRD package really made a difference
Glad you still love it. Loving mine too, but absolutely getting a pro next.
I’ve been looking for a 2018-2021 for 2 years now, just waiting for the right one at the right price to come along. I test drove a 2023 SR5 a few weeks ago love the new interior but I’m 6’ 5” tall and the non power seats make it a non starter for me. Can you get power seats in the SR5? I need them to lower the seat to give me leg room under the steering wheel.
I have the exact same truck just a 2024. So far this truck is amazing, and I do agree about the back seat. Unfortunately I couldn’t find a crew max with a 6.5 bed. My teenage kids do sit in the back and it’s not terrible but they don’t have as much room as they had in my double cab Silverado. In all I’m super impressed with the Tundra!
Wow I didn't realize how much smaller the back seats are.I have a 2011 limited dcab I'm trading in for this one. Not a game changer cause rarely have passengers. Wondering where the space went its the same length as older double cab isn't it ?
I would blacken the chrome.
I agree, I think the chrome trim looks great and breaks things up a bit. Does the non-digital cluster provide a boost gauge? Not necessary, but I always think it's neat to see what the turbos are doing.
you get the max payload by going with the SR5 double cab, can be 100-150 lbs extra vs crewmax and higher trims
I saw a similar truck on the road, all black out and maybe 3" lifted. Looks awesome.
I was torn on getting crew max or 6.5 bed. I went with crew max 5.5 bed. I use bed extender which helps for lack of bed space. The crew and 6.5 bed was just to big, long. Nothing is perfect. Always a compromise. I feel the inside storage and people carrying was worth it over longer bed space. As long as i can haul my motorcycle n back, I'm good!
What kind of bike do you have?
@@TundraDude34 Honda XR 650 L old and slow like me. But fun and dead nuts reliable.
The nice thing about your reviews is you love and appreciate all Tundra’s. If that isn’t unifying I’m not sure what is
The whole reason I started this channel 8 years ago was my love of Tundras, and sharing that with other like minded enthusiasts! I couldn’t be happier
@@TundraDude34 Toyota really should be paying attention to your reviews and product knowledge
I've got the SR5 TRD OR. Like you I have gotten used to the chrome surround. I love the 3rd gen. My last Tundra was a 2011. This truck is a great upgrade.
Thank you for the video, the problem I
Predict for the Tundra is its longevity. I just don’t think they would last like the simple V8 Tundra. You don’t keep them for a long time so for you it would be a good choice! I have a 23 Tacoma trd offroad access cab and I love it. I have had passengers in the back and there was no issue. Cheers
Curious did the old supercharged compare to the hybrid 2022 from standing start and while driving say 30 or 40 mph and then being hit full throttle. Also were you measuring mpg back then to compare.
Very comparable, the new setups are way smoother though, as far as getting up thru gears. Mpg testing with the supercharger would get 15ish if i remember correctly.
I miss my 21 SR5 but love the new design. The double cab lack of rear space is crazy. Tundra with Taco rear seat space. I'd need the crewmax 100%.
This guy is very genuine. Toyota needs to hook him up!
I don't think that start up set up doesn't go away. I have a Camry and it still works I've had it for 6 months now
The MSRP on you current SR5 DC Tundra is 4K more than the 2020 Army Green TRD Pro CM you had. Are you saying you like your current Tundra more than the 2020 TRD Pro you had?
The road presence, look and sound go to the 2020, the technology, interior comfort and driving feel go to the 2023.
I’m hopefully gonna be buying a 2024 tundra 1794 edition out right I work at a Toyota dealership so I drive them all the time and get discounts
A double cab wouldn't work for me but great that it works for you. Black with chrome trim is one of the few acceptable uses of chrome on a vehicle. Another is 1794, if you're going with the ranch look you've got to go all in with the chrome.
Hey Mark another great video, lots of information as always .can you tell me how apple car play connectivity has been over the year For you. I read a lot of mixed reviews, but I also use that all the time. My current vehicle always has to go through some software updates at the dealer Every six months or so gets frustrating. I have owned three Tacomas and had a 2019 SR5 tundra double cab. I am hoping to purchase a new tundra, SR5 TR off-rd /premium pkg thx Ed
Hi there, ive heard the same issues, but my carplay connects no problem
My driver side plastic seat end caps keep cracking. I have side steps and I’m already on my second replacement.
My local dealerships have sr5s that cost more than the limited. Plus, all they have are crewmax. I have a quad cab ram. I'm looking at a Tundra or Tacoma crewmax because quad cab/double cab are just too small.
what type of octane do you put in your tundra? 87 or 91?
87
Is it me, or has the 2nd generation tundras value skyrocketed recently? Was looking online and the prices are all much higher then just a few months ago when I was in the market.
Is the TUNDRA available w/auto ( headlight ) high-beam dimmer? How about "active" headlights? ( At lower speeds, when turning a corner, the headlights' aim "turn" to illuminate the area around the corner )
You either get the manual leveling led’s, down in SR/SR5 and lower level Limiteds, or you get the premium auto leveling headlights in the high trims. Auto high beam is in all trims of Tundra (comes with Toyota Safety Sense).
I'm rooting for you to get rid of the chrome Mustache, and bumper panels. Maybe overkill for sure, but blackout the interior (black headliner, black dashboard panelling, and you've got the perfect and complete aesthetic replacement for the Pro :)
That is one nice truck...........I own a 2021 Tacoma sr-5 and am considering trading it in for a Tundra.... Good luck
Maybe it's just me, but I feel like I see way more new gen Tundras in my area/surrounding areas than I've ever seen old gen Tundra's. Maybe Toyota is selling a good amount of the new gen's.
Also at work, I primarily drive a 2007 Tundra Double Cab now and It's been very enjoyable but there are few things I've had to adjust to.
1. Distance/Corners - It's been somewhat hard for me to judge especially when parking, how close I am to another vehicle,object, The one thing I've sort of learned is that if you think your close, then your likely 10 miles away from hitting anything and can pull up/back up more. Also when turning in or doing anything to where you have to watch your corners it's been hard for me to judge how far my corner is from object,vehicle. But the same thing applies to that if you think your too close you can afford to swing out,move closer to vehicle,etc. Because you are not even close to hitting anything it just looks that way.
2. Braking - Everything is good with that, but in situations where you for some reason have to brake hard it just feels like your not going to stop, but you always do.
Like the set up and features, love the design from the outside of the double cab, better looking in comparison to the crew max lines more truck like.
Tonneau cover is on my list, 1K for hard cover. Metal cover ?
Do you think they will make a TrailHunter Tundra? And I think the chrome looks good on your truck.
They teased it a few years ago. I think they will
Im 700kms into a 24 SR5 CM OR 6.5. its been great so far
57k good 👍 price, how much more would be in crewmax? With the same options?
Around 60-61k sticker
No double cab for me. I need the room of the Crew Cab back seat, and yes it is worth the extra money for it.
I wish we could build up an SR5 in Canada, I had to step up to a limited to get the softex seats… other features are cool, but the seats are the only thing that I really wanted
Yup we do get screwed here in Canada. I went with the Limited as well, hybrid with the 6.5’ bed. I do love all the extras, pano roof, heated and cooled seats,etc.
I have 22 Platinum 6.5 bed Toyota trifold tonneau cover Perfect.
I turned off the auto start stop permanently in the menu. So you don't have to hit the button every time. Just a FYI
Im on top of that tomorrow!
So could that be turned off on the LX 600?
I personally love my Rear Window which goes all the way down on my 2016 Limited Tundra.😀👍
Yea sir, they are great on the Crewmax. I have no problem with this one though, good for a little air flow
You have a really sharp looking truck! Real nice!
I did the same man, I had a very nice TRX level 2 I ordered back in 2021 and took 8 months to get, after having it for awhile with every option it was like... Meh... Before that I had a nicely equipped LTZ 2500HD but it was just too much for a daily. I was always a Tundra guy before my Toyota hiatus and decided to look at the new ones. After sitting and driving in all trims I determined the SR5 was the best option for me, I personally don't think Toyota trucks are on par with GM and Ram ergonomics and fit n finish and materials and that's my honest opinion. I also don't think any of these tundra's are worth over $60K in any trim level, just not. I really like my SR5 with the Convenience and Tech packages. I actually didn't want the 14 screen because it's too big and doesn't really do anything but make the radio font's bigger, I mean I had a TRX with the huge iPad screen and it's really not needed IMO. 8 inch screen I like better. I do miss the sunroofs and didn't get any of the plugs in the bed but whatever, I paid $51K for an Army Green with Softex and has all the cruise/lane departure stuff. Overall I'm happy with my purchase. Considering my TRX msrp was $94K and my 2500hd was $74K, I think my SR5 is a bargain in todays madness.
Hard to believe you have no wind noise. I almost have the same exact truck. SR5 TRD off road 6.5 cab. Mine has the 18 wheels
Zero wind noise, and im driving all over the tri state area to dealerships to film. I didn’t have wind noise on the 22 pro either
I have the same exact truck and I love it
Which tonneau did you use?
TonnoPro tri fold
@@TundraDude34 thanks
@TundraDude34: SR5 trim in the current generation offers the best value that it almost makes the Limited irrelevant if you load the SR5 with most of the desired options. SR5 sure is not as entry level as it used to be.
Just wish they would have used the front off the sequoia. Grille ruins it for me.
Black color do hide the big grille better. For some reasons toyota suv front end looks better than the truck version.. new tacoma front looks ugly while the new 4runner is insanely good.
@@lespaulguitarist92 The SUV has a body-colored strip that runs between the bumper and the grille.
@@311hitwall i know, toyota pulled it off pretty good.
I ❤️ the truck and it’s a nice truck but I can’t stand the grill. Gongrats on your year of ownership
Great video 👍
Excellent video overview
Thank you! I’ve been slowly writing this video over time so i didn’t forget things along the way
I would take the chrome off,but that’s just me. ☃️👍👍
Only thing that ticks me off IS the smaller fuel tank. Bought an sr work my business to pull a small trailer daily. Does great EXCEPT for the piece of crap 22 gal tank! No reason to not just put the 32 gal tank in em all!
Digging the TRD Swag
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Does the SR5 have the homelink?
I have the digital mirror and it has homelink. Not sure if the regular mirror SR5s do. When you look at the rear view mirror, you are looking for 3 buttons on the bottom, thats your homelink 👍🏼
@@TundraDude34
Thank you 🙏
Have you ever thought of doing a lot walk in Washington state or the west coast?
If i was invited out there by one, probably!
cool
Nice truck, the gaugle cluster is the ugliest ive ever seen though. Wish they would either make it look cool, or just go all digital.
I do not understand the thought process behind buying a 3rd gen.
No, I'll keep my 2019 sr5 with a bench set.
C'mon toyota, hook this guy up with something!!
Very mature of you to realize the TRD PRO was out of your price range.
Not really sure what I was thinking. Thank God the value was good enough to get out without a loss 🙏🏼
What’s his or her name?
Sweet truck!
I'm seeing lots of issues with motor. Blown rod. Not even 90 days of oownership
I just don’t like the new tundras look. Especially the tailgate. It’s like they got to the end and said. “Yeah. Good enough looking tailgate. “
When will he be trading in for the dream truck he wants, the 1794 Edition?
I cant afford high trims
@@TundraDude34 we need to grow this channel to the point that you can!
I appreciate that!
No brake dive?!? Have you seen the SIZE of the front anti-SWAY bar? gi-NORMOUS?
The new gen Tundra platform is a completely different driving experience from the old gen. The old gen didn’t have bad brake dive, but there just isn’t any here now. Excellent brake package on these trucks. But I will say, in the hybrids, those brakes take a minute to get used to because of the brake re-gen.
Do you miss your supercarged TRD???
That was a fun truck. I look back fondly on it!
@@TundraDude34 I miss it also. Why did you sell???
Great truck to have as a Tundra enthusiast, tough truck to have as a Tundra channel owner because not many have that. So I traded for a naturally aspirated 5.7, to be able to review, compare and contrast for viewers.
Like chrome lol, is that a sign of getting older lol. When I started watching your channel you were a huge chrome hater. I like the chrome, truck looks good!!
40 is a few weeks away lol
Ok Mark, here's the $100 question.... You said it's in the top 3. Please tell us 1,2,3. 😉
2017 platinum pro has to be number 1, 2009 sr5 dcab trd, 2023 sr5 dcab trd, now wheres my $100 🤣🤣
@@TundraDude34 ok, you guy me. How about beer or maybe breakfast up here in the Poconos?
V6 Tundra? Are you stranded? Need a tow? Let me know, I got a V8 SR5 TSS Offroad.
I already have your message saved from the other video, just in case i get stranded 🤣
V6 twin turbo..more power than your V8
Red SR5 4x4 8’ long bed double cab 😴
Does it have the turbocharged V6 engine? Of course it does. Then the answer is YES, you made a mistake.
Want a cheaper truck? Buy last gen.
That back seat is totally useless.
Can’t stand the fake chrome ..I would black it all out
Rather buy The Big3 than this piece of junk