2021 Toyota Tundra
The 2021 Toyota Tundra is a pickup truck, rated at 15 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 15
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $41,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Tundra |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Vehicle class | Pickup Truck |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 5.7 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 13 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 17 |
| Combined MPG | 15 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 601 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4150 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Tundra 2WD | 15 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Tundra 4WD | 14 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 13 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 34% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $36,900
- Total interest
- $6,419
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≈ $2,680/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (3)
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS21V688000 · 2021-09-02
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM21V920000 · 2021-11-23
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM21E103000 · 2021-12-23
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2021 Toyota Tundra?
The 2021 Toyota Tundra is EPA-rated at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway).
Is the 2021 Toyota Tundra reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Toyota Tundra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2021 Toyota Tundra?
The 2021 Toyota Tundra earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Toyota Tundra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Toyota Tundra costs roughly $2,680 per year to fuel, or about $13,400 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2021 Toyota Tundra?
The 2021 Toyota Tundra is classified as a pickup truck. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC