In a world where all of the trucks are going green, the 2022 Toyota Tundra recently jumped on this trend. While the Toyota Tundra Hybrid might have a just OK fuel economy, it’s still an improvement. Plus, the i-Force MAX takes power to the next level.
Does the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid have a good fuel economy?
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Yes, the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid does have a good fuel economy. It might just be a little lower than expected. The Tundra i-Force Max gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg in the city and 20 mpg in the city.
The gas-powered Tundra with 4×4 gets an EPA-estimated 22 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg on the highway. So, the Hybrid gets about two more miles per gallon, which doesn’t seem like significant savings at first.
But the Hybrid provides a lot more power, and typically, more power burns more fuel, so the savings are there. The standard 3.5-liter V6 engine offers 389 hp and 379 lb-ft of torque. The i-Force Max cranks out 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque.
According to Auto Blog, on the subject of saving fuel, the outgoing Tundra gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg on the highway and up to 13 mpg in the city. So, Tundra fans are probably super excited about 24 mpg.
Is the Tundra i-Force Max worth the extra cash?
Yes, it’s worth it to upgrade to the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid. It only costs $3,400 to upgrade from the gas powertrain to the i-Force Max. But unfortunately, it’s not available with every trim level.
You can add it to the Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition models. The Limited starts at about $46,850. This price doesn’t include dealership markups or the destination fee, so adding the hybrid powertrain should raise the price slightly above $50,000.
The i-Force Max powertrain comes standard with the TRD Pro and Capstone trims. So that’s an extra perk if you want the off-roading or super-luxury trim. Also, the entry-level Tundra starts at about $35,950.
Let’s not forget about the competition. Plenty of electric trucks are on the way, but there’s only one other hybrid option, and that’s the Ford F-150 PowerBoost. It also gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg. The PowerBoost pumps out 430 hp and 570 lb-ft of torque. It costs about $47,000.
How capable is the Tundra Hybrid?
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When properly equipped, the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid can tow up to 12,000 lbs and carry a payload of up to 1,940 lbs. This is an 11 percent increase over the outgoing generation. But the gas-powered Ford F-150 can tow up to 14,000 lbs.
New driving modes consist of Tow/Haul and Tow/Haul+. The first option is optimized for pulling lighter loads. The second one is for hauling heavier loads like boats and RVs. Helpful towing features include powering extending/folding mirrors, new cameras, a Panoramic View Monitor System, Trailer Back Guidance system, and Straight Path Assist.
According to Car and Driver, the Tundra Hybrid can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 5.7 seconds. Their team tested the TRD Pro model, which is designed for off-roading. Other trim levels could be faster.
Even though the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid isn’t breaking new ground with an excellent fuel economy, it’s still very impressive. The i-FORCE Max powertrain provides tons of extra power while saving fuel.
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