The real story behind Toyota's pickup trucks may have started in the fifties but has continued strong with the next step of their evolution being the Tundra TRD Pro. The Tundra TRD Pro not only has the formidable look but a solid reputation and a list of specs that grabs the attention of any off-road adventure seeker.
That colossal battle between Ford and Toyota between 5 of their greatest pickups has been fierce, but Toyota has certainly thrown down the gauntlet with the 2021 Tundra TRD Pro. It was definitely built for toughness with features such as that solid V8 engine and those 18-inch forged BBS wheels, to name a few. Let's take a sneak peek at what we love about the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro.
8 Proven Track Record Of A Tundra TRD Pro
The Toyota Tundra has been around a while, constantly evolving since 1999 when it was first launched. But then the 2015 Tundra TRD Pro came along. It was spacious. It looked tough. It was the next progression of the TRD off-road package.
The imposing grille. That long wheelbase. Praised for its smooth ride. The wheels and the suspension offering a great off-road experience. Fast-forwarding to today, the Tundra TRD Pro journey continues strong. Maybe a solid track record is why Toyota's trucks are unbeatable?
7 2021 Tundra TRD Pro - The Journey Continues
Bring on the 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro. A formidable-looking beast with that in-your-face grille. It also features some significant color options, including Lunar Rock, replacing Army Green. Let's not forget those LED fog lights with their 35-degree wide-angle beam. It no doubt remains that Tundra TRD Pro that we have come to expect.
This beast of a performer catches the eye, especially if you crave adventure and are always looking to explore the beaten track to take on off-road adventures. Something we expect from the 2021 Toyota Tundra. It's that sense of adventure that necessitates a vehicle that is going to handle those tough conditions.
6 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Toughness
One of those critical features when considering going off-road is that toughness factor. Durability! Let's start with those wheels. 18-inch forged BBS wheels, making it a better ride because according to the official Toyota website, these wheels reduce unsprung mass.
But when hitting the rocky off-road terrain, the underside of a pickup needs reinforcement, which this Tundra TRD Pro provides. The TRD aluminum skid plate is 1/4-inch thick, creating extra protection, the 'armor', for the belly of this beast. When hitting the rough terrain, we can't forget the suspension. The Tundra TRD Pro is built with heavy-duty FOX shock absorbers.
5 Tundra TRD Pro Design
It still has that rugged demeanor that we love. That road-off road look that screams adventure! But those features run through the Toyota Tundra family tree, refined and reimagined over time.
There's one unmissable feature about the 2021 Tundra TRD Pro. Its size! 228.9 inches long! 79.9-inch body width! Let's not forget about that truck bed. 22.2 inches deep. The CrewMax has that 5-foot 5-inch bed. While the Double Cab has a 6-foot 5-inch bed, providing a bit of extra space for an adventure into the wild!
4 Tundra TRD Pro Interior
The first thing that catches your eye when you peek inside the Tundra TRD Pro is the leather-trimmed seats. The TRD Pro logo certainly brands this pickup with its own unique identity, not to mention that stitching.
But of course, when you take a beast like this off-road, you want those extra perks, which the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro delivers, such as an 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple Carplay, several USB ports, the list goes on.
3 What Powers The Tundra TRD Pro
Now to the heart of this machine, a 5.7-liter V8 engine with a 6-speed automatic, delivering 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a TRD exhaust, which emits a roar to let you know that this pickup means business.
Looks ain't everything when you have the brawn to match, especially with that 9,200 pound towing capacity with a 1,560 lbs of payload! Of course, we can compare that with the 10,200 lbs of the double cab with a payload capacity of 1,730 pounds.
2 Looking Forward To The 2022 Tundra
But like the evolution of the Toyota Tundra Pro, the Tundra legend continues. The 2022 Toyota Tundra is here, and this is what we know about it.
It has that mean grille, that exudes the toughness of a pickup we look for. Not to mention those distinctive lights and that noticeable touchscreen. What is for certain is that we can't wait for the next leg of this Tundra journey!
1 How Much Is That Tundra TRD Pro?
So what do you expect to pay for one of these adventure-tough pickups? The 2021 Tundra TRD Pro is advertised as starting at $49,125 MSRP. As for the price of that 2022 Tundra, watch this space!
So, adding it all up. The Tundra TRD Pro not only has a solid track record, but it has everything we want for those off-road adventures we crave; The toughness to match its formidable exterior, power to match the task, an interior that offers a great ride. All in all, let the adventure begin!