Which 2019 Toyota Tundra trim is best for you?
- 2019 Toyota Tundra SR - Thanks to its reasonable price tag, the Tundra SR makes a good work truck, but its single body style limits its appeal for family users.
- 2019 Toyota Tundra SR5 - The SR5 is the mainstream version of the Tundra. Its standard feature set is only a mild upgrade from the SR, but its most significant appeal lies in its option packages and wider body style options.
- 2019 Toyota Tundra Limited - Drivers who want leather seats but don’t need a full-on luxury truck will find the Limited the most appealing model in this lineup.
- 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro - Off-roaders will appreciate the extra suspension travel and higher ground clearance.
- 2019 Toyota Tundra Platinum - The Platinum is worth a look if you’re looking at a well-optioned Limited but want a more expressive style. The feature list is the same as the 1794 Edition.
- 2019 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition - The 1794 Edition is worth a look if you’re looking at a well-optioned Limited but want a more expressive style. The feature list is the same as the Platinum.
2019 Toyota Tundra Overview - The 2019 Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup truck with standard V8 power and a broad lineup of rear-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive models in extended-cab and crew-cab configurations. This year, the Tundra adds a raft of crash-avoidance features as standard equipment, plus the TRD Pro trim level gains unique wheels and shock absorbers. Additionally, an SX appearance package adds color-matched exterior trim on the mid-level SR5 version. For 2019, the Tundra comes in SR, SR5, TRD Pro, Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition trim levels. A 4.6-liter V8 rated at 310 horsepower is standard on SR and SR5 versions. A 381-hp 5.7-liter V8 is standard on higher trims and optional on the SR and SR5 models. A 6-speed automatic transmission is the only choice, while 4-wheel-drive versions of this full-size pickup have a part-time transfer case not suitable for use on dry pavement. The Tundra has a smaller lineup than its domestic rivals, such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, and Ram 1500, though there are still plenty of choices. Here’s a detailed look. Author: Andrew Ganz.
What is the best 2019 Toyota Tundra trim? - Most users will be more than satisfied with a Tundra SR5, though the Limited’s relatively small price bump for leather upholstery makes it worth considering. For off-roaders, only the Tundra TRD Pro will probably do, however.
How many mpg does the 2019 Toyota Tundra get? - The Tundra is not an especially fuel-efficient pickup. Rear-wheel-drive models with the base 4.6-liter V8 are marginally thriftier than others at 15 mpg city, 19 highway, 16 combined. Regardless of drive wheels, those with the 5.7-liter V8 are rated at just 14 mpg combined.
Which 2019 Toyota Tundra trim level offers the most safety? - Every trim comes with a good array of crash-avoidance features. Optional blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alerts, and parking sensors on the SR5 are worthwhile additions. However, the 2019 Tundra has a so-so safety record with mixed ratings from the IIHS and a four-star overall rating from the IIHS.
2019 Toyota Tundra SR - The base version of the Tundra comes only in extended-cab form. It features an unpainted grille and bumpers, plus 18-inch steel wheels. Inside, look for power windows and locks, keyless entry, cruise control, and a 6.1-inch touchscreen with a CD player, auxiliary inputs, and Bluetooth connectivity. Safety-wise, the Tundra comes with standard automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights, plus eight airbags. An optional Work Truck package deletes carpeting in favor of easy-clean vinyl flooring, plus removes the keyless entry system for a small credit. Key features of the 2019 Toyota Tundra SR include:
- Active safety features - The Tundra has a leg up on its competition for features that help avoid a crash.
- 6.1-inch touchscreen - This simple infotainment system has a good array of connectivity for a base model.
- Available Work Truck Package - To appeal to price-conscious truck fleet operators, this package saves some money and makes the trucks easier to clean out after a long and muddy day.
2019 Toyota Tundra SR5 - Toyota offers the Tundra SR5 in both extended-cab and crew-cab versions. The crew-cab model uses a 67.9-inch bed, while the extended-cab gets a 97.6-inch bed. As far as equipment, the SR5 builds on the base SR with chrome accents, fog lights, and a sliding rear window outside, plus a garage door opener and a 7.0-inch high-resolution touchscreen with satellite radio compatibility. Many Tundra SR5 models will likely come with the Convenience package, including blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alerts, and parking sensors. To add that package, buyers also need to add the Upgrade Package that features front-bucket seats separated by a console with a shift lever plus a tilt and telescoping steering wheel and an immobilizer. A TRD Sport Package adds color-matched exterior trim, special Bilstein shocks, stiffer sway bars, and a host of minor trim differences. A similar but less expensive SX package includes color-coordinated bumpers and grilles but is only available in white, black, or red. The TRD Off-Road Package adds Bilstein shocks aimed at off-road use, plus additional skid plates and rubber floor mats. Key features of the 2019 Toyota Tundra SR5 include:
- High-resolution touchscreen - This screen is bigger and brighter than the base setup.
- Available Upgrade Package - Buyers tend to prefer bucket seats rather than a bench, and this package is also the gateway to tech that may help prevent minor parking lot bumps.
- Available TRD Sport Package - While no Tundra is truly “sporty,” this package can make this big truck handle a little better.
2019 Toyota Tundra Limited - The Tundra Limited comes either as an extended cab or a crew cab, and it gets the 5.7-liter V8. To the SR5, it adds 20-inch wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, additional exterior chrome, and a 38-gallon fuel tank. Its cabin features leather upholstery, heated front seats, automatic climate control, and a built-in navigation system. JBL speakers, a moonroof, and the TRD Off-Road package are optional.
- 5.7-liter V8 - This engine is optional on lower trim levels, but it’s standard here, and it offers up to 381 hp.
- Leather upholstery - Leather seats have a luxurious feel, and they’re easier to clean off than cloth.
- 38-gallon fuel tank - A bigger tank means fewer stops between fill-ups, which can be important in a truck as thirsty as the Tundra.
2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro - TRD (Toyota Racing Development) lends off-road expertise to this trim level. The TRD Pro has color-matched exterior trim and convenience features like an SR5 equipped with the Upgrade Package. It also comes with a moonroof, LED fog lights, and 18-inch forged aluminum wheels wearing Michelin all-terrain tires. Its most significant differences are underneath, where special Fox Racing shock absorbers and unique springs that give it a higher stance lend it off-road confidence. A dual exhaust system complements that suspension setup. The Tundra TRD Pro comes only with 4-wheel drive as a crew cab. Key features of the 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro include:
- Fox Racing suspension components - This aftermarket brand lends expertise to help smooth out bumps on rutted terrain.
- Raised suspension height - The TRD Pro sits about 2″ higher in the front for an even stance and more ground clearance.
- LED fog lights - These lights provide a cool look even when you turn them off.
2019 Toyota Tundra Platinum or 1794 Edition - The Platinum features color-matched and black exterior trim, JBL audio, cooled front seats, softer leather upholstery, memory for the driver’s seat, a power-adjustable steering column, blind-spot monitors, and a power rear window. The 1794 Edition — named for the founding year of the ranch location of Toyota’s San Antonio, Texas, assembly plant — trades color-matched exterior trim for brightwork. Its interior is outfitted in saddle-inspired brown leather. Both trucks get the same equipment list.
- Upgraded leather upholstery - The Platinum has softer leather than the Limited, which lends a classier feel but can require occasional conditioning to continue looking new.
- Power rear window - The rear window slides down for improved ventilation.
- Memory system - A button tap recalls the seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel positions for multiple drivers.
