2027 Toyota TundraMotorTrend - MotorTrend (MotorTrend - MotorTrend)Good grunt, decent quicknessRoomy interiorNew off-roader this year?Huge turning radiusRough rideTowing ratings could be betterThe 2027 Toyota Tundra is easiest to understand as a continuation of Toyota’s current full-size truck strategy: bold styling, strong turbo V-6 power, and everyday usability wrapped in a more modern package than the old truck. What could change for 2027 is the Tundra’s sense of purpose, with speculation pointing to a serious off-road variant that could give Toyota’s pickup a more distinct place in the segment.AdvertisementAdvertisementFull-size truck competitors include the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and Nissan Titan.What’s NewWhat’s new for 2027 may be a more hardcore off-road Tundra. Toyota hasn’t said much yet, but speculation continues to point to a model placed higher than today’s TRD Pro called the TRD Hammer.For 2026, Toyota kept changes relatively minor, adding things like a new TRD Pro color and broader availability for select features and packages. The current-generation Tundra made its debut for 2022.This page will be updated with more insights and photos as information becomes available.What We ThinkThe 2027 Tundra should continue to offer a spacious, comfortable cabin, intuitive infotainment, and bold styling. It’s already a capable full-size pickup, but unless Toyota has bigger changes in store, it still may not lead the segment in any one area.AdvertisementAdvertisementWe expect Toyota to carry over the Tundra’s twin-turbo V-6 and available hybrid powertrain, both of which deliver strong performance on paper. The bigger question is whether Toyota uses 2027 to give the truck a clearer edge, either through meaningful refinement or the addition of a more serious off-road model above today’s TRD Pro.That possibility is what makes the 2027 Tundra especially interesting. If Toyota does introduce a more extreme off-road flagship, it could help the Tundra stand out more in a competitive segment. If not, the Tundra will likely remain a solid all-around truck that still trails some rivals in areas like towing, ride composure, and overall distinction.Top-Ranked Competitors:Ford F-150Ram 1500Nissan TitanGMC Sierra 1500MotorTrend TestedExpect both powertrains to carry over for 2027. Lower trims should continue to come standard with a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V-6, offered in two states of tune: 348 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque in entry-level models, and 389 hp and 479 lb-ft in trims farther up the lineup.AdvertisementAdvertisementIn MotorTrend testing, a Tundra with the higher-output version reached 60 mph in as little as 6.1 seconds. We estimate the base tune would need closer to 6.5 seconds.Maximum output comes from the i-Force Max hybrid setup, which pairs the twin-turbo V-6 with an electric motor and battery pack for a combined 437 hp and 583 lb-ft. In MotorTrend testing, an i-Force Max–equipped TRD Pro hit 60 mph in 5.7 seconds.By comparison, the Ford F-150 is available with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 hybrid powertrain making up to 430 hp and 570 lb-ft. It narrowly beats the Tundra Hybrid, reaching 60 mph in just 5.6 seconds.MPGs and RangeExpect fuel economy and driving range to change little for 2027. Gas-only Tundras should continue to return up to 18/23 mpg with RWD and 17/22 mpg with 4WD, while hybrids should again check in around 20/24 mpg with RWD and 19/22 mpg with 4WD. The TRD Pro hybrid would likely remain the outlier at roughly 18/20 mpg.AdvertisementAdvertisementRange should stay strongest in hybrid RWD form, at an estimated 708 miles, versus as much as 644 miles for gas RWD models.By comparison, the Ford F-150 Hybrid is rated at 22/24 mpg with standard 4WD and can travel up to 704 miles on a tank, giving it a likely efficiency advantage over Toyota’s full-size pickup.Safety Ratings and FeaturesCrewMax versions of the Tundra earned an IIHS 2026 Top Safety Pick award, but extended-cab Double Cab models missed out on a top designation. Gas-powered crew-cab models are the only Tundras with NHTSA ratings, earning a five-star overall score. We expect the 2027 Tundra’s safety ratings to remain largely unchanged.Toyota packages several standard driver assist features with every Tundra, including:AdvertisementAdvertisementAdaptive cruise controlLane keepingLane centeringAutomatic emergency brakingRoad sign recognitionAutomatic high-beamsPayload and TowingThe 2027 Tundra should remain competitive on paper, with max towing and payload expected to stay around 12,000 and 1,850 pounds. Even so, the Ford F-150 Hybrid stays close at up to 11,600 pounds and 1,750 pounds, and the broader non-hybrid F-150 lineup still stretches farther with maximum ratings of 13,500 pounds of towing and 2,440 pounds of payload.TechnologyInfotainmentExpect the 2027 Tundra to continue with an 8.0-inch standard touchscreen and an available 14.0-inch unit, both with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Lower trims should stick with analog gauges and a 4.2-inch driver info display, while higher trims upgrade to a 12.3-inch driver screen and can add a 10.0-inch head-up display. Depending on trim, the truck offers three to five USB ports, and upper trims also get a wireless phone charger.Sound SystemCrew cab models are standard with nine speakers, but double cab variants get just six. An available JBL system comes with 12 speakers.Available UpgradesAvailable upgrades should continue to center on capability. For towing and work use, the most valuable options are likely to remain power-extending tow mirrors, Toyota’s trailer assist tech, the integrated trailer brake controller, and bed-focused extras such as the deck rail system, bed camera, and power tailgate.AdvertisementAdvertisementOff-road buyers will want the TRD Off-Road package or the TRD Pro, which currently bring features such as Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, a locking rear differential, upgraded camera views, and TRD Pro–specific suspension and tire hardware.ValueStandard FeaturesThe base Tundra should still deliver fair value in 2027, pairing a strong standard twin-turbo V-6 with a modern interior and useful tech. The catch is that its value comes more from overall competence than class-leading specs, since rivals can still beat it in areas like towing, payload, and fuel economy.Toyota Ready to Drop the (TRD) Hammer?The expected Tundra TRD Hammer is essentially a more extreme off-road flagship positioned above the current TRD Pro. Reporting points to a truck with long-travel suspension, 37-inch all-terrain tires, wider fenders, high-clearance bumpers, and a more aggressive desert-runner stance, broadly in the mold of a Ford F-150 Raptor.It also appears likely to use Toyota’s 3.4-liter i-Force Max hybrid V-6, since the Mint 400 “H111” engineering truck highlighted in our story ran that powertrain along with 37s and other hardcore off-road hardware. We’re expecting something heavily influenced by the 2021 TRD Desert Chase concept—a wider, tougher, faster Tundra aimed at serious off-road performance rather than just looks.