Toyota Tundra Fleet Guide Specs, Capability and 2027 Model-Year Updates
Explore the latest Toyota Tundra fleet specifications, engine options, towing and payload capabilities, cab and bed configurations, technology, pricing, and model-year changes.
Wayne Parham・Managing Editor
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November 9, 2026
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The 2027 Toyota Tundra receives significant updates to its exterior design, towing technology, infotainment system, safety features, and off-road equipment. Toyota also introduces a Trailhunter package for the SR5 and upgrades the TRD Pro suspension.
The Toyota Tundra has been produced at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas, in San Antonio, since 2008, and his been selected as ‘Truck of Texas’ multiple years.
The 2027 Tundra is expected to arrive at dealerships in fall 2026, with a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $42,890.
2027 Toyota Tundra At-a-Glance Fleet Specs
What Changed for the 2027 Toyota Tundra
For fleets, Toyota’s significant Tundra updates include added ADAS features for both the truck and trailering, plus a large fuel tank upgrade to the front end. Updates include:
- Refreshed front-end styling and a redesigned steering wheel.
- New Trailhunter package with Old Man Emu suspension, all-terrain tires, recovery hooks, skid protection, and locking rear differential.
- Upgraded TRD Pro with FOX QS3 adjustable shocks, red tow hooks, improved lighting, and available IsoDynamic seats.
- Standard 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and new connectivity features.
- Standard Toyota Safety Sense 4.0.
- New Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, including automated trailer detection, Trailer Blind Spot Monitor, Trailer Lane Trace Assist, and improved Trailer Backup Guide.
- Enhanced Adaptive Variable Suspension and available combination AVS/air suspension.
- Standard 32.2-gallon fuel tank, trailer hitch, and 7/4-pin trailer connector.
- Available 2.4-kW onboard power inverter.
Toyota continues offering the gasoline i-FORCE twin-turbocharged V-6 and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain.
2027 Tundra Engines and Powertrains
The 2027 Toyota Tundra powertrain options feature a twin-turbo V-6 and a twin-turbo hybrid.
Core Toyota Tundra Powertrains
The i-FORCE MAX uses a parallel hybrid arrangement, positioning the electric motor/generator between the gasoline engine and transmission.
EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
All fuel-economy figures are mpg. Toyota identifies these as 2027 EPA estimates.
2027 Toyota Tundra Configurations
The 2027 Tundra is offered in Double Cab and CrewMax configurations. Bed availability varies by grade and drivetrain.
The maximum listed gasoline-engine payload of 1,940 pounds is available on certain 4×2 Double Cab SR and SR5 configurations.
For the hybrid, Toyota lists payload figures reaching 1,680 pounds for a 4×2 Limited CrewMax with the 6.5-foot bed.
Towing and Trailering Capability
The 2027 Toyota Tundra offers maximum towing capacity of up to 12,000 pounds, depending on configuration. Toyota’s specifications identify the 4×2 SR5 Double Cab with the 6.5-foot bed and i-FORCE gasoline engine as a configuration capable of reaching that maximum.
Selected 2027 Towing Configurations
The standard trailer hitch, 7/4-pin connector, and available towing assistance technologies make the Tundra suitable for fleet operations involving equipment trailers, utility trailers, and other towing applications within the truck’s rated capacities.
New Trailer Assistance Systems
The 2027 Tundra introduces Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (TADAS):
- Automated Trailer Detection: Uses rear radar and cameras to detect and measure trailer characteristics.
- Trailer Blind Spot Monitor: Extends blind spot coverage to account for trailer length.
- Trailer Lane Trace Assist: Provides towing-optimized lane-centering assistance under certain conditions.
- Trailer Backup Guide: Adds dynamic guidelines, steering assistance, and features designed to help manage jackknife risks.
Work-Related Features and Fleet Applications
The 2027 Toyota Truck is ready to work, and fleets can count on a durable cargo bed, suspension that is up for every task, and added safety technology.
Cargo Bed and Onboard Power
The Tundra’s composite cargo bed is designed to resist dents and corrosion. Depending on grade and equipment, available work-related features include bed-mounted electrical outlets, LED bed lighting, power tailgate release, power running boards, and a power BedStep.
The available 2.4-kW inverter provides additional electrical power for compatible tools and equipment.
Suspension and Load Management
The 2027 Tundra uses an independent double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension with coil springs.
Toyota has enhanced its Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), which is now standard on Capstone according to the press release. A new combination of AVS and rear air suspension is available to help manage vehicle ride height and comfort while carrying loads or towing.
Fleet Safety
Standard Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, and Proactive Driving Assist.
Other safety and convenience technologies include Blind Spot Monitor, Trailer Merge Warning, Emergency Drive Stop System, and available camera-based parking and maneuvering systems.
2027 Toyota Tundra Pricing and Ordering
Toyota’s published 2027 model lineup provides the following starting MSRPs.
These are starting prices, not quotes for a particular fleet configuration.
Selected Factory Option Pricing
The supplied 2027 option-pricing charts identify these equipment prices:
The option charts also provide configuration-specific pricing for towing mirrors, load-leveling suspension, skid plates, wheels, and technology packages.
2027 Tundra Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Toyota identifies the following coverage for the 2027 Tundra:
Previous Model-Year Updates
2026 Toyota Tundra
For the 2026 model year, Toyota introduced several updates to the Tundra lineup, including interior improvements, expanded equipment availability, new off-road features, and changes to standard equipment. The updates focused on comfort, utility, and capability while retaining the truck’s twin-turbocharged V-6 gasoline and hybrid powertrains.
2026 Model-Year Highlights
- Standard 32.2-Gallon Fuel Tank: All 2026 Tundra models received a 32.2-gallon fuel tank, eliminating the previously available smaller tank. This change provides consistent fuel capacity across the lineup.
- Standard Towing Equipment: A tow hitch and 7/4-pin trailer connector became standard across all grades, including the entry-level SR.
- TRD Pro IsoDynamic Seats: Optional IsoDynamic front seats became available on the TRD Pro, providing additional support and comfort during off-road driving.
- Expanded Power Running Board Availability: Power running boards became available on Platinum and 1794 Edition models equipped with the TRD Off-Road Package.
- SX Package Updates: The SX Package received 20-inch wheels.
- Double Cab Rear Air Vents: Double Cab models gained rear air vents on the center console, improving passenger comfort.
- Smartflow Climate Control: Models equipped with single-zone climate control received Toyota’s Smartflow air-management system.
- Capstone Interior Updates: The Capstone received Shale Premium Textured leather-trimmed seats.
- Limited Interior Updates: The Limited grade gained revised black and gray leather-trimmed seats, with contrasting stitching and updated seat patterns.
- New TRD Pro Exterior Color: Toyota introduced Wave Maker, an exclusive exterior color for the 2026 TRD Pro.
2026 Engine and Powertrain Specifications
The 2026 Tundra continued with two available powertrains:
Both engines were paired with a 10-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission featuring sequential shift capability, uphill/downhill shift logic, and Tow/Haul driving modes.
The i-FORCE MAX hybrid combined the twin-turbo V-6 with an electric motor/generator positioned between the engine and transmission. The hybrid system provided electric assistance, regenerative braking, and additional power delivery.
2026 Off-Road Capability
Toyota continued offering specialized off-road equipment on the TRD Pro and models equipped with the TRD Off-Road Package.
Available technologies included:
- Multi-Terrain Select, which adjusts wheel-slip control for different terrain conditions.
- Crawl Control, which manages vehicle speed during low-speed off-road operation.
- Downhill Assist Control to help regulate speed on steep descents.
- Electronically locking rear differential for additional traction in 4WD Low.
- Multi-Terrain Monitor, providing camera views of the vehicle’s surroundings to help drivers identify obstacles.
2026 Cargo Bed and Work-Related Features
The 2026 Tundra retained its sheet-molded compound (SMC) composite cargo bed with aluminum reinforcing crossmembers. The construction is designed to resist dents, impact damage, and corrosion compared with conventional steel pickup beds.
The Tundra also continued offering a power-release tailgate and an available power-close tailgate with knee-lift assist.
For commercial fleet applications, the addition of a standard 32.2-gallon fuel tank and standard towing equipment across all grades were particularly relevant changes for 2026.
2026 Safety and Driver Assistance
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 remained standard across the 2026 Tundra lineup.
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection.
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist.
- Lane Tracing Assist.
- Road Sign Assist.
- Automatic High Beams.
Available convenience and safety equipment included Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking.
All models also included Toyota’s Rear Seat Reminder system.
2026 Infotainment and Connectivity
The 2026 Tundra continued offering Toyota Audio Multimedia with a standard 8-inch touchscreen and an available 14-inch touchscreen.
Features included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, voice-activated controls, and touchscreen functionality supporting familiar smartphone-style gestures.
For 2027, Toyota subsequently made the 14-inch touchscreen standard across the Tundra lineup.
Editor’s Note: We’re continuing to build out this Fleet Guide with additional previous model-year information. Come back soon!
Information in this guide is compiled from Toyota product information, Toyota Tundra specifications and feature-availability documents, Tundra towing charts, and Work Truck reporting. Specifications, equipment, pricing, availability, payload, and towing capability can change during the model year. Published maximums depend on configuration, and fleets should verify specifications for the exact truck being ordered.
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