(partially) new Tundra coming?

[Todd780]

Now that would be sweet! Possibly might make the Tundra worse on gas.....

Could The 2022 Toyota Tundra Get A Twin-Turbo V8 After All? Patent Application Shows Possible Engine Details: News

A new Toyota patent application reveals what could be the engine design destined for the new Tundra, whether that be a twin-turbocharged V6 or even a high-output V8.

tfltruck.com

 

[rruff]

Now that would be sweet!

Ya... doubt it. 8 cylinders are shown but they make a point of saying it could be a 6.

 

[Todd780]

Ya... doubt it. 8 cylinders are shown but they make a point of saying it could be a 6.

Oh I doubt it too. Wouldn't help the MPG cause. But, it would be pretty sweet. Hmm... maybe they could offer it as a TRD accessory? haha

 

[rruff]

Hmm... maybe they could offer it as a TRD accessory? haha

I wouldn't get your hopes up! The Tundra is an inherently low volume vehicle that carries a modest price tag, so they can't invest a lot in R&D or options. If they develop an engine like that for the luxury cars or LC, maybe it would be offered (for $$$). I think a hybrid is much more likely than a turbo V8... but even hybrids are still scarce in pickups.

 

[Todd780]

I wouldn't get your hopes up! The Tundra is an inherently low volume vehicle that carries a modest price tag, so they can't invest a lot in R&D or options. If they develop an engine like that for the luxury cars or LC, maybe it would be offered (for $$$). I think a hybrid is much more likely than a turbo V8... but even hybrids are still scarce in pickups.

For now. I think we will start seeing more and more hybrids. Might even see a few PHEV in a few years. Who knows.

 

[Todd780]

Kind of looks like what we've seen already....

2022 Toyota Tundra Will Have a Bold New Look

Toyota's new full-size pickup is expected to trade its V-8 engine for a twin-turbo V-6, and both hybrid and electric powertrains will follow.

www.caranddriver.com

 

[rruff]

Based on Toyota's recent design work, I suspect it will be angular, edgy, aggressive... and stupid looking...

This guy speculates that there might be an upscale "Trailhunter" version with a 4.0TT V8:

This one thinks there will definitely be a V8 because Toyota can't be the only fullsize without one:

I don't know. How many engines does Toyota offer now? Just one. And the variations between all the models are pretty minor. I don't see that expanding much for a vehicle with inherently limited sales potential. They can't afford the development $$$ that Ford can.

 

[Todd780]

Based on Toyota's recent design work, I suspect it will be angular, edgy, aggressive... and stupid looking...

Hope not. But suspect your right. Might depend on the trim? Like how the 4Runner limited has a very different front end compared to the TRD Pro. Guess we'll see.

 

[skrypj]

Its looking more and more like the 3.5L TT and 10 speed is gunna be it.

 

[skrypj]

This is it allegedly:

UPDATE: Here’s Your First OFFICIAL Look At The 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro!

We could be mere weeks away from its official reveal (there's no date yet), but the 2022 Toyota Tundra made the rounds early through these leaked photos.

tfltruck.com

Fingers crossed they truly made it a world beater like they said.

 

[Todd780]

This is it allegedly:

UPDATE: Here’s Your First OFFICIAL Look At The 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro!

We could be mere weeks away from its official reveal (there's no date yet), but the 2022 Toyota Tundra made the rounds early through these leaked photos.

tfltruck.com

Fingers crossed they truly made it a world beater like they said.

Beat me to it. I was just coming over here to put up a pic.



I'd like to see it in non TRD trim. A chrome bumper or a bumper without the black middle might tone down the aggressive look a little.

 

[rruff]

2 new engines, more powerful than the existing V8. In the Land Cruiser, Toyota's new V6 produces 409 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque, which is a pretty nice upgrade from the Tundra's current 5.7-liter V8, which offers 381 hp and 401 lb-ft. The other engine might be a higher output version of this 3.5L twin turbo... or maybe a hybrid? The LC also has a 10spd, so that will probably be in the Tundra.

Retains the short 5.5ft bed on that crewcab. The spy shots appeared to have a longer wheelbase and longer bed, so that might be an option this time.

 

[Todd780]

The spy shots appeared to have a longer wheelbase and longer bed, so that might be an option this time.

I think so. Plus 6 lug wheels. Curious to see tow ratings / payload with the coil suspension in the back.

 

[plus eight]

Toyota apparently decided enough leaked:

 

[jaxyaks]