It's also more versatile than when introduced, now available in three cab

Available in a variety of configurations, Toyota makes a Tundra to suit most peoples' needs. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press)

configurations including the most recent addition, a 4-door version. Tundra is now following the Tacoma's lead, in offering more configurations than its import competitors in order to serve a greater variety of applications, and therefore a greater variety of buyers. Such variety was missing in the ill-fated T100, and up until last year, missing from the Tundra as well. In the end Toyota can only hope the restyled Tundra will do as well as its Tacoma in sales. It's a superb drive, and easily up to serious work.

Specifications:

• Price Range (MSRP): $23,250 - $39,895 (not including dealer added options)
• Body Type: 2- and 4-door full-size pickup truck, ladder-frame
• Layout: front engine, 2WD (optional 4WD)
• Base Engine: 245 hp, 283 lb-ft, 4.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
• Optional Engine: 282 hp, 325 lb-ft, 4.7-L, 32-valve, DOHC V8
• Transmission: 5-spd auto
• Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum, ABS
• Curb Weight: N/A
• Seating Capacity: 2 (optional 5)
• Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 15.5 / 11.5 L/100 km (18 / 25 mpg) (V8)
• Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
• Direct Competitors: Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra, Nissan Titan
• Web Site: www.toyota.ca

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