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Toyota Tundra I 4.7i V8 (245 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
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Toyota Tundra:
The Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup truck manufactured in the United States by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota since May 1999. The Tundra was the second full-size pickup to be built by a Japanese manufacturer , but the Tundra was the first full-size pickup from a Japanese manufacturer to be built in North America. The Tundra was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award and was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year in 2000 and 2008. Initially built in a new Toyota plant in Princeton, Indiana, production was consolidated in 2008 to Toyota's San Antonio, Texas, factory....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Toyota Tundra (I). With 427 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2049 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Tundra I was primarily designed for the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings from other regions (e.g., NHTSA) would be more relevant for this model.
4.7i V8 (245 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most capable variant, combining the strong 2UZ-FE V8 with 4x4 capability. Excellent for heavy towing, off-road use, and confident highway driving.
Fuel Economy
As expected, the 4x4 V8 has the highest combined fuel consumption at 16.8 l/100 km, reflecting its increased weight and drivetrain losses.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Strong 4.7L V8 engine option for towing and power
- • Comfortable ride for a full-size pickup of its era
- • Excellent resale value due to reputation
- • Available in 4x4 for off-road capability
Cons:
- • 3.4L V6 can feel underpowered for a full-size truck
- • Fuel economy is generally poor across the lineup
- • Interior design and features can feel dated compared to newer trucks
- • Limited advanced safety features (typical for the era)
- • Rear drum brakes on some models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II CrewMax (facelift 2017): 2017 - 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Tundra |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.7i V8 (245 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | May, 1999 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 52.5 Hp/l [289mm less] |
| Torque: | 427 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2UZ- FE More details about the engine 2UZ- FE |
| Engine displacement: | 4664 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
| Coolant: | 11.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 16.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 208.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2049 |
| Max. weight: | 2735 |
| Max load: | 686 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3220 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5525 mm mm [289mm less] |
| Width: | 1910 mm mm [119mm less] |
| Height: | 1825-1835 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3260 mm mm [441mm less] |
| Front track: | 1675 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1648 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 284 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.5 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 28° |
| Departure angle: | 23° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 245/70 R16; 265/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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