2014 Toyota Tundra LTD Crewmax 5.7L V8

 

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Overview

 

The 2014 Toyota Tundra has a new look with added features.  Most of the changes are subtle, but add to the list of  current amenities the Tundra brings to the market.

 

 

 Safety

 

Safety Features

 

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front and rear head airbags
  • Dual front side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Remote anti-theft alarm system
  • Emergency braking assist
  • Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Daytime running lights
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • 2 front headrests
  • 3 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Rear center 3-point belt
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution
  • Front height adjustable headrests
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Tire pressure monitoring

 

 

 

  • Spare Tire Lock
  • Alloy Wheel Locks
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • First Aid Kit
  • VIP Security System
  • Glass Breakage Sensor

 

 

 

 

 

Driving Impression

 

The Tundra handles well on the road. The brakes are sensitive, but the steering is very responsive. My test drive had the 5.7-liter V-8 with the off-road package with Bilstein shocks.

 

Gas mileage with the 5.7-liter (4X4); is 13 City /17 Highway.

 

 

 

 

 

Under the Hood

 

Under the hood was the V-8; 381-hp, 5.7-liter engine that, which has a ton of power. The drive train was mated to a smooth, six-speed automatic transmission, which can tow more than 10,000 pounds

 

Engine & Performance

 

BASE ENGINE SIZE 5.7 L

CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC)

CYLINDERS V8

VALVES 32

VALVE TIMING Variable

TORQUE 401 ft-lbs. @ 3600 rpm

HORSEPOWER 381 hp @ 5600 rpm

TURNING CIRCLE 44.0 ft.

 

 

 

 

Inside

 

The 2014 Tundra has many improvements inside , which are highlighted with Lexus quality leather seats and the center-stack and dash trim materials are now of upscalematerials.

 

 The new center console box is huge. Rear-seat room in the CrewMax, is tremendous and can accommodate 5 six-footers comfortably.

 

 

 

Interior Features

 

Front Seats

 

  • Multi-level heating passenger seat
  • 4 -way power passenger seat
  • 8 -way power driver seat
  • Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
  • Multi-level heating driver seat
  • Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
  • Height adjustable driver seat
  • Leather
  • Bucket front seats

 

Rear Seats

 

  • Split-folding rear seatback

 

Power Features

 

  • Remote power door locks
  • Power mirrors
  • Heated mirrors
  • 1 one-touch power windows

 

Instrumentation

 

  • Clock
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • External temperature display
  • Low fuel level warning
  • Compass

 

Convenience

 

  • Cruise control
  • Front console with storage
  • Front and rear cupholders
  • Front and rear door pockets
  • Overhead console with storage
  • Front seatback storage
  • Power steering
  • Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
  • 12V front and 12V rear power outlet(s)
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
  • Rear view camera

 

Comfort

 

  • Interior air filtration
  • Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger
  • Simulated wood trim on dash
  • Front and rear reading lights
  • Simulated alloy trim on shift knob
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Front and rear floor mats
  • Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
  • Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

 

In Car Entertainment

 

  • AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback stereo
  • SiriusXM w/NavTraffic satellite radio
  • Auxiliary audio input and iPod integration
  • 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
  • Radio data system
  • USB connection

 

Interior Options

 

  • Entune Premium JBL Audio w/Navigation
  • Carpet Floor Mats, All-Weather Mats and Door Sill Protectors
  • All-Weather Floor Mats/Door Sill Protectors
  • Carpet Floor Mats/Door Sill Protector
  • Door Sill Protectors

 

 

 

 

 

Outside

 

The 2014 Tundra has a bold new grille, which is highlighted with new headlights. New side mirrors accent the 2014 Tundra along with “TUNDRA” name  stamped into the tailgate, The rest of the exterior is mostly carries over from the 2013 model year.

 

Summary

 

If you are in the market for a large pick up truck it is worth driving to your Toyota dealer for a test drive.

 

 

 

Specifications

 

 

Exterior Measurements

 

WIDTH 6 ft. 7.9 in. (79.9 in.)

HEIGHT 6 ft. 4.2 in. (76.2 in.)

LENGTH 19 ft. 0.9 in. (228.9 in.)

FRONT TRACK 5 ft. 7.9 in. (67.9 in.)

REAR TRACK 5 ft. 7.9 in. (67.9 in.)

WHEEL BASE 12 ft. 1.7 in. (145.7 in.)

 

Interior Measurements

 

FRONT HEAD ROOM 39.7 in.

FRONT HIP ROOM 62.6 in.

FRONT LEG ROOM 42.5 in.

FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 65.7 in.

REAR HIP ROOM 60.4 in.

REAR HEAD ROOM 38.9 in.

REAR LEG ROOM 42.3 in.

REAR SHOULDER ROOM 65.5 in

 

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