2026 Toyota Tundra: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-05-28
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    The 2026 Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup built on the global TNGA-F body-on-frame platform, powered exclusively by twin-turbocharged V6 engines. The standard i-FORCE 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 produces 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, while the i-FORCE MAX hybrid pairs the same V6 with an electric motor for a combined 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft. The lineup spans seven trims — SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro, and Capstone — with Double Cab and CrewMax cab styles, three bed lengths, and rear-wheel or part-time 4WD. Maximum tow rating is 12,000 pounds and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across the lineup.

    Highlights of the 2026 Toyota Tundra

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    • Seven trims for 2026: SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro, and the luxury-flagship Capstone
    • Two powertrains, both twin-turbo V6: i-FORCE (389 hp / 479 lb-ft) standard, i-FORCE MAX hybrid (437 hp / 583 lb-ft) optional or standard depending on trim
    • Ten-speed automatic transmission across the entire lineup; rear-wheel drive standard, part-time 4WD with two-speed transfer case optional or standard
    • Maximum towing of 12,000 pounds when properly equipped; payload up to 1,940 pounds
    • Multi-link rear coil suspension across every Tundra — significantly better unloaded ride quality than the leaf-sprung outgoing truck
    • TRD Pro adds FOX QS3 internal-bypass shocks, IsoDynamic Performance front seats, and a 1.1-inch front lift on the i-FORCE MAX hybrid
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard: pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane tracing assist, full-speed dynamic radar cruise, automatic high beams, and road-sign assist
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    Inside the Toyota Tundra

    Why Toyota retired the V8 in favor of twin-turbo V6

    The third-generation Tundra dropped the long-running 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V8 in favor of two twin-turbocharged V6 powertrains. The standard i-FORCE 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 makes 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque — both numbers comfortably ahead of the outgoing V8 — and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid pairs that same V6 with a motor-generator inside the ten-speed automatic for 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft combined. The hybrid's torque peak hits at low engine speeds and stays flat across the rev range, which is why the Tundra now feels more decisive when launching a loaded trailer than the V8 truck it replaced.

    Choosing between SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro, and Capstone

    SR is the work-truck base — vinyl seats, the smaller 8-inch touchscreen, and the i-FORCE V6 as the sole engine. SR5 adds appearance upgrades and the larger 14-inch touchscreen as an option. Limited is the volume mid-trim with leather seating, heated front seats, and the 14-inch screen standard. Platinum adds heated and ventilated front and rear seats, panoramic glass roof, and a head-up display. 1794 Edition is the western-themed luxury trim with saddle-brown leather and unique exterior badging. TRD Pro is the off-road flagship — i-FORCE MAX standard, FOX QS3 internal-bypass shocks, IsoDynamic Performance front seats, 1.1-inch front lift, 33-inch tires, and a black-painted hood scoop. Capstone is the full-size luxury flagship — chrome accents, semi-aniline leather, real American walnut interior trim, and a 12-speaker JBL premium audio system.

    Towing, payload, and bed configurations

    Maximum tow rating reaches 12,000 pounds on the SR with the 6.5-foot bed and tow package, and stays competitive across most CrewMax configurations. Payload tops out at 1,940 pounds on the SR Double Cab with the 8.1-foot bed. Three bed lengths are offered: 5.5 feet (CrewMax), 6.5 feet (Double Cab and CrewMax), and 8.1 feet (Double Cab only). The integrated trailer brake controller is standard on every trim, and the Trailer Backup Guide with Straight Path Assist is standard on Limited and above. Every Tundra carries a 4,000-pound bumper-pull rating without the tow package.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Twin-turbo V6 powertrains outperform the outgoing V8 on horsepower, torque, and EPA-estimated fuel economy
    • i-FORCE MAX hybrid delivers full-size-truck torque numbers while improving combined fuel economy
    • Multi-link rear coil suspension across every trim improves ride quality versus the leaf-sprung outgoing truck
    • Capstone trim genuinely competes with the Ford F-150 Limited and Ram 1500 Tungsten on luxury content
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard across every trim, including the base SR
    • 14-inch touchscreen, JBL audio, and digital gauge cluster available across most of the lineup
    • Strong predicted resale value supported by Toyota full-size-truck longevity
    Cons
    • No diesel option — the F-150 Power Stroke and Ram EcoDiesel target a different fuel-economy buyer
    • EPA combined fuel economy on the i-FORCE V6 4x4 (around 19 mpg) trails the Ford F-150 EcoBoost
    • TRD Pro and Capstone pricing pushes well past $70,000
    • Maximum tow rating of 12,000 pounds trails the Ford F-150 (14,000) and Ram 1500 (12,750)
    • i-FORCE MAX hybrid is unavailable on SR and SR5 trims — buyers must step up to Limited or higher to get the hybrid

    New 2026 Toyota Tundra Inventory at Swope NissanLive

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    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Toyota Tundra

    Two: the i-FORCE 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 producing 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid pairing that same V6 with an integrated electric motor for a combined 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. The hybrid is optional on Limited, Platinum, 1794, and Capstone, and standard on TRD Pro.
    Up to 12,000 pounds when properly equipped with the towing package. Standard tow rating without the package is 4,000 pounds. The exact maximum varies by cab style, bed length, drivetrain, and powertrain configuration.
    No. Toyota retired the 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V8 with the third-generation Tundra in 2022 and continues that decision for 2026. The standard i-FORCE twin-turbo V6 produces more horsepower and more torque than the outgoing V8, and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid produces dramatically more of both.
    Capstone is the full-size luxury flagship of the Tundra lineup. It comes standard with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, semi-aniline leather seating, real American walnut interior trim, chrome exterior accents, a 12-speaker JBL premium audio system, panoramic glass roof, and unique 22-inch wheels. It targets the same buyer cross-shopping a Ford F-150 Limited or Ram 1500 Tungsten.
    MSRP starts in the low-$40,000s for the SR and reaches into the $80,000s for a fully optioned Capstone. Limited and Platinum land in the mid-$50,000s to mid-$60,000s; TRD Pro sits in the $70,000+ range. Pricing varies by trim, cab style, bed length, drivetrain, and option package.
    The i-FORCE 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 with 4WD is rated roughly 17 mpg city / 22 highway / 19 combined by the EPA. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid 4WD improves combined economy to roughly 20 mpg with significantly better in-town economy thanks to electric assist at low speeds.
    Double Cab and CrewMax both seat five adults — two in front and three across the rear bench. CrewMax provides significantly more rear-seat legroom than Double Cab and is the choice for shoppers who routinely carry adult rear passengers.
    Three: 5.5 feet (CrewMax), 6.5 feet (Double Cab and CrewMax), and 8.1 feet (Double Cab only). Bed configurations vary by trim — TRD Pro is CrewMax with the 5.5-foot bed only; SR is available in every cab/bed combination. The bed is composite-lined from the factory on every trim.
    Every trim includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0: pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane tracing assist, dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range, automatic high beams, road-sign assist, and proactive driving assist. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is standard on SR5 and above; the Trailer Backup Guide is standard on Limited and above.
    Toyota covers the Tundra with a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, and (on the i-FORCE MAX hybrid) a 10-year/150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty. Two years / 25,000 miles of ToyotaCare scheduled maintenance are included.