Same exact truck here, I’ve been averaging 18-19 mpg mostly highway driving. It’s my first Tundra (toyota for that matter in years) and I’m really enjoying it!
Get the 5.7, I have two that get worked to death and driven aggressively, both are 11 years old, both are over 240k, and both get better than 11 mpg. Smaller engines have to work harder to fit certain driving styles, and nobody should be using a truck to drive Miss Daisy.
I recently bought a 2014 4.6 double cab sr5. Nearly identical. Only difference I see at all is the fuel gage cluster is slightly rearranged. I completely agree with Rob, this truck is so effortless to drive. I'm a contractor and am used to driving many late model fords and chevys from half ton up to 1 tons and this truck is by far the easiest truck to drive IMHO. I never even thought I'd care about how nice a truck is to drive- I just figured give me the features I need in a truck that will do the work and I'll be happy. But this truck is truly a joy and it has surprised me to even notice that. Even the dash console may be "dated" according to some but I love how simple and intuitive it is to use. I can't stand bad engineering and design and simply want my tools to do their job efficiently. Toyota nails that and I'm very happy with my Tundra!
Just got a 2019 double cab. Exactly like this one. Wow . So satisfied. First time owning a V8. Was a little scared about the MPG. But man, it's all worth it!!
Reliable.... don't change it. Simple is good Rumble? ...the best. The only thing it needs: Bigger tires Keyless push start Android auto/Apple play Army green that is it... good for another 350,000 miles.
To each their own. I know, chrome don't get you home but the Tundra does a mighty fine job either way, so I'll keep on rolling with the bling factor on my Tundra 🤣🤣. As for the fuel mileage, well what exactly is good fuel milage if your not getting 30 mpg or above?? I have only got that in a 4 cylinder car. The 2016 TRD Offroad double cab 4x4 Tacoma I had averaged around 16 to 17 so 14 to 15 mpg is no biggy. I do agree with the power folding mirrors though. That would be great. Especially after rolling through a car wash. Often I have to jump out and put the mirrors back in place by hand. Geez how rough we have it 🤣🤣. Lmao!! Oh and love the full rear sliding window!!
I thought the overview was very good. One note for people reading the reviews, gas mileage is not great but with conservative driving I average 17 mpg. The only time I see 12 mpg is when I tow my camper. The one down side that may blindside people who like to tow, the transmission cooler was discontinued in 2019. The good news is the parts are still available to add one.
Just completed a deal to trade my RAV4 for a 2019 Tundra SR5 OffRoad Crew Max. I was going to go with the Double Cab as I was concerned about the bumper-to-bumper length. For some reason I was under the impression the CrewMax was longer than the Double Cab. It is not longer and is actually the same length overall. The difference is the length of the box. The box size was not a concern for me, so I went CrewMax. I chose Toyota over all the other choices because I have had excellent reliability results with all my Toyotas. The other issue, for me, was towing capability, which is why I went Tundra and not Tacoma. I don't mind the old-school ignition/door key nor the chrome and badging. That is a personal preference thing. All in all, I am looking forward to driving my new Tundra and getting used to her size on the road as compared to my RAV.
@@jimbosliceatlanta I am still very happy with it. It pulls my 6000 lb travel trailer very well. The backseat area is cavernous for travel with 3 dogs and a cat. The gas mileage is as advertised...not fantastic, but that is typical of a V8. I like having the choice to select 2WD or 4WD. In the Canadian Rockies during winter, the Tundra is amazingly stable on icy, snowy roads....even more so than my AWD RAV 4 was. Overall, I would buy another Tundra and certainly don't regret buying the one I have now.
This is funny. I feel the same way as you about everything in my '20 Tundra. I love not having a sunroof (I live in the desert), miss the auto up, and down on the passenger side and love that it's plain inside! Only thing I'm not with you on? I love me some chrome. All the best Sir.
Paul, with you on the chrome. Easier on the road rash too. I had the back of the side mirror housings changed to chrome! Looks awesome. I'm the only SR5 Tundra guy in town with the chrome side mirrors.
Well I just traded in my 2014 Chevy Silverado. I only had 44,000 miles on it. My AC was already out, repaired and broke again $2k later. Acted like it didn’t want to start a few times and the leaf springs were squeaky when it was cold outside. So I went with Toyota this time and got a 2019 SR5 Tundra. Gas mileage does suck but I’m hoping it’s reliability holds up.
Jimbo Slice good so far. 6700 miles in now I believe. Close to that. Only one recall for fuel pump. Brake was making an odd squeal noise, was rubbing when it wasn’t supposed to. All fixed and no other problems.
You did the right thing, Chevys are nice looking but the reliability is not there. Don't like that Toyota went with strictly v6 turbos, no way they will last as long as a naturally aspirated V8.
If I ever feel the need for a bigger truck I'll get a Tundra, currently have a Tacoma with the 4.0 V6 and it's nimble with good power, getting 18mpg I keep it at 65mph on the freeway.
love your videos, I had a 2016 that was just totaled in a wreak. looking at 2018's or 2020's the 20 have addressed a lot of the issues you have. you have been a big help in my soon purchase. had a crew max but thinking of going 4door because I love the storage box under and I don't take a lot of passengers. bummer about the sliding rear window I thought it was electric. thanks again I have been watching your vids since I was looking for my 2016 back in 2018....
Hope you were ok in the wreck! All depends on you needs on which to get. After having both, I’d probably lean more towards the Crewmax just for the extra room👍
Sounds like old fred's motto "no big learning curve" just them sexy curves on the sheet metal and especially on them the ladies....a fellas got to know his limitations.
I will disagree partially on the driver seat view over the hood. I am a smaller man, I drove a friends 2018 Tundra liked it, BUT I couldnt really see over the hood too good. I asked him does the seat elevate? He said he didnt know, he never messed with it just forward and back, so on that point you are right about all the doodads , and doohickeys it comes with. And yes , the seat did elevate, and VOILA! I could see over the hood, so if I do buy one it will HAVE to have the electric power driver seat. The only other thing I dont like about the double cab, is no back seat air ducts:( . And I really wanted to get one, but looks like a crew cab for me.
Just bought a 2011 double cab one owner minty in and out 140k easy miles. Got it for a steal. Going to put new wheels and tires on and do some overlays to delete the chrome as well.
I understand toyota reliability and I personally like the simplicity of toyota’s. I’m not a super techy person but I did add a kenwood nav headunit because I wanted the info from the motor. But my issue with the tacoma and tundra is they’ve basically kept it them the same for the past 350 years like stated but their prices are keeping up with the other trucks out there that are constantly getting redesigned but those redesigns cost a lot in additional r&d costs which warrnats additional costs. Not sure why the toyotas go up in price at the rate they do other than because they can 🤷♂️
11.7mpg holy crap I was getting almost 16mpg and thought that wasn’t great. Mine does have auto up and down driver and passenger windows. Mine also has electric folding mirrors.
I considered a Tundra or a Tacoma when I bought mine. I feel the Tundra is more of a work truck, built to get jobs done. The Tacoma is more of a fun truck, built to play! I think Toyota cut down on some of the unnecessary fancy bling and electronics on the work truck (the Tundra) and added the features to the fun truck (the Tacoma). Of course I went with the fun truck in the end. If you need the work truck (the Tundra) then I guess Toyota doesn't think you want any of the extra fun stuff and just keeps it simple, They also have to find a way to bring down the price point to where people can afford to buy the Tundra...all that power ain't cheap!). Which one do you prefer Rob?
Unfortunately I think Toyota is missing the boat on the Tundra. Folks are looking to big trucks for more comfort and tech these days. I hope they correct these things with the remodel🤔. Depends on my mood regarding preference...😁
It's a shame they've taken so many options away on the 3rd generation. My 2010 SR5 TRD has sliding/reclining rear seats, power sliding moonroof, power sliding rear window, drivers side grab handle, a transmission temperature gauge and two glove boxes, just to name a few. Some of these options aren't available at all now, and if they are you have to step up into at least a limited trim to have them included. I would also argue that the seating material is superior in the 2nd generation. I hope Toyota steps up and delivers on the 4th generation Tundra or I may honestly have to consider switching brands. The lone improvement is an optional 38 gallon fuel tank in the 3rd generation, which is available in the aftermarket for my truck. Toyota's marketing of pay more for less won't survive another generation of Tundra, the competition in the 1/2 ton pickup segment is not what it was in 2014. I'm patiently waiting for the supposed 2022 Tundra, but if the rumors are remotely true, I will probably soon be in a Ram regardless.
toyota also in my opinion needs to add a 6.5 foot bed to the crew max. if not the 8 foot bed that would be nice. i think that short box is completely worthless. i know a couple guys with short beds and its always the same problem just not enough room.
If it's a brand new truck it's not going to get good mpgs to begin with. My father in law has a 2017 f150 with the 2.7 ecoboost which is one of the most fuel efficient trucks on the road today. And he was averaging less than 15 mpg's for the first 10,000 miles on the truck. And that was just him driving regular. No towing or hot rodding.
RobMotive in the video you said you couldn't tell much of a difference in the quickness of the truck as far as power is concerned between the 4.6 and 5.7. Could you do a drag race with Tundradude34 father since he has a 5.7 double cab? That'd be comparing apples to apples.
My 2018 F150 has Ford's older interior from 2013, it's just as out of date looking as yours or worse. The radio stays on one station, I really don't use the cameras. Most of my entertainment comes out of the tailpipe and engine. I actually hate auto up or down windows. If i want it all the way down I'll put it down.
I have the same question. I am looking to purchase an Oliver Elite II Travel Trailer (GVWR 7,000 lbs), so I am eyeing up the 5.7L Tundra Double Cab with the 6.5 ft bed (camp in the bed to change things up). I am a newbie to towing, so I hope the 5.7L is not less torque than the 4.7L and I also hope the 6.5 ft bed is not a problem when towing or backing up??
Why did you switch your crewmax for a double cab? I have a double cab, but I'm having buyers remorse not having the power rear window. I thought I wanted the bigger bed, but I kind of think the crewmax looks better.
The 2019 and 2020 deleted the aux trans cooler but you can get a reinstall kit with the toyota part and a aux trans cooler. If you are going to tow you must have the aux trans cooler otherwise trans temp excessive Toyota went cheap to save money tons in for on you tube on this subject and reinstall
Man, your grips a minor Dude. A great truck, well made in the USA, dependable & trouble free, low maintenance. I have own 5-Toyota's, very few problems, high resale values. Currently driving a 2013 Toyota Tundra double cab, SR5, 5.7L engine, 2WD. No regrets.
No power lock tailgate in yours? Wierd. I have the exact same truck. 2019 Double cab MGM TSS and it has a power lock tailgate. I'm almost positive it wasn't an added option, I would have noticed in the window sticker.
The Tundra did not perform well in the latest IIHS crash tests when compared with the competition. Looks like it came in last place. Nice truck though.
What do you mean that there is no auto down? but only auto up? I have a 2015 Toyo Tundra double cab, and I can put up all four windows from the driver's seat, whenever I want....
hmm i get better mpg with my 5.7 v8 iforce then urs im avg 13.2 mpg and also if u get my model doubel cab the rear middle slider is eletric not manual and auto up windows i have to its the sr5 or limited or up bud
Hey Rob, it's not that just the "upper models" have the power sliding rear window. It's the double cabs that don't have it. All crew cab models have the sliding rear window. I do wish my 2019 SR5 crew cab had the following: I'm with you on the power folding side mirrors & auto up windows. I would like illumination around the key ignition hole. I would like grey carpet. Black shows everything! Enjoyed the video. Chrome is KING!
@@terrypacker1192 I am referring to the type of sliding glass that fully disappears. Operated vertically. No double cab has that so I have been told. Agree?
