Acceleration, four door access, stereo sounds nice, light package pretty good, sharp looking truck.

The suspension is terrible unless sticking to paved highway, ground clearance on front end is not good at all, lots of squeaks, wind noise inside, seems like all doors are loose and rattling, leaking transmission gasket, paint chips off too easily, clock in wrong spot, hard to see out back window, lots of blind spots, cd player skips too often, cargo light on as soon as door is open not very helpful when hunting, gears not low enough for hold back on steep roads, price is ridiculous canadian, needs better dealers on lots, too many complaints to list.

The speed impresses me on the Tundra, but the ride is rough on back roads I think it is strictly for use on highway not off road. We haven't bothered with the gas mileage, the suspension is really bad in it too bouncy, every cross ditch we go into the front end litterally collapses and hits bottom every time no matter the speed. We paid almost $42,000.00 canadian for it on lease, and will never buy another Toyota from that dealership, we got ripped off in more ways than one. Becareful where you purchase your vehicle. We had the T-100 for eight years, and had very few problems with it, it was and probably still is a tough truck for some happy person out there, we took really good care of it. Wish we had it back or an extended cab T-100. The Tundra does turn heads as we drive down the street, shinny black, decked out. I would recommend the Tundra to anyone who wants a street truck, but I would recommend the T-100 extended cab for anyone wanting to do any off roading, hunting, or 4x4ing.

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Toyota T-100, Tundra is much faster and has access cab, but nothing beats the t-100 we are regretting trading it in, it had the best ground clearance I have ever seen, the T-100 rode smoother than the Tundra, wish we would have kept the T-100.

Rhonda from Canada, I have to take exception to at least a couple of your points. First of all, the Tundra has the highest ground clearance in its class. Do you want a monster truck? Second, I've used it off road and have found it to be very smooth, as have all the professional reviewers that tested it. The price you quoted in Canadian dollars, $42,000, works out to $28,320.98 USD at today's exchange rate. You don't say which Tundra you have, but if you have the extended cab, 4WD, SR5, auto with a V8 and the off road package, then $28,000 USD is the right price. I paid $28,577 for mine, drive out, and I am absolutely sure that I got an excellent price.

As far as your other complaints, some of them are subjective, and others are unit specific, so I will not quibble over them. Although, as someone who has owned other Toyotas, and has worked on my own vehicles all of my life, I am curious how a truck that is made by a company with a reputation for the highest quality in the industry, and a truck that has been raved about on the strengths of its quality and construction, could be falling apart so bad for you?

The V8 engine, it is very smooth and fast, it seems much quicker than my 97 Yukon. Passing on 2 lane highways is a breeze, it is very responsive from 60-80mph. Plus I have been getting 17.0-17.4 mpg so far with combined highway/city/mountain driving.
The ride is very comfortable yet it handles corners well. I have seen complaints of a vibration that some blame on the wheels. The 3 I test drove and the 1 I purchased did not show any sign of vibration but there is a lot of road feedback to the steering wheel. If the road surface is rough you will notice the feel in the steering wheel. I don't even notice it now but at first it was different than what I was used to.
The normal Toyota fit and finish is excellent, very tight and quiet.
Ergonomics are excellent. The kids love the back seats and rear doors in the Access cab. They prefer to take the Tundra over the Yukon.

Visibility out the back is not great. It reminds of a pickup with a topper on it. I think it is mostly due to all the headrests and depth of the cab due to the Access cab. Compared to my previous Xtra cab it is taking some getting used to.
People complain about the clock but it's not that bad and I don't have to push a button on the radio to see what station or track the CD is on.
Changing the oil filter is difficult, either you have to remove the sheet metal pan under the radiator or let the oil run on it, and there seems to be alot of oil that drains out of the filter location. Maybe I will find a better way as I do more oil changes.

The Tundra is a 4x4 Access Cab (no TRD), sticker was just a little over $30K and I paid $27,600. Which compared to the new GMC equivilents that I looked the sticker price was about $2K less than the GMC, though I admit I didn't actually deal on one to see how low they would go. I use it for hauling wood, bikes, and stuff, plus it is my work commuter. It's great for picking up the kids. I haven't pulled anything yet but I know someone who pulls a boat in the mountains and he said it was just fine. So far I am very happy with it and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a 1/2 ton type pickup.
Just beware, when I test drove it I had no plans of buying one for at least another year but I liked it so much I had to have it. My dad rode in it and then test drove another one and now he wants one also for using on the farm.

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Toyota 4x4 Extra Cab--Great vehicle but the V8 motor and the extra space in the back seat are what caused my to buy the Tundra plus my past experiences with Toyota products.
97 GMC Yukon--Not quite the same vehicle but is basically the same engine and drivtrain as the pickups plus my brother has a 97 extended cab GMC. Toyota motor is smoother and quicker plus gets 1-2 mpg better mileage. Brakes on the GMC's are weak compared to the Tundra. GMC only has 1 door to access the extended cab compared to the Tundra's two. The fit and sound of the doors closing is better on the Toyota, if your into that you'll know what I mean.

I find the 2000 Toyota Tundra Limited to be an extremely well engineered truck. It is truly an example of refined engineering that you do not see in similar vehicles. What has particularly impressed me is the fit and finish, door unlock feature, locking tailgate, short stoppping distance, power and torque, interior features and layout, six quarts of engine oil, transmission drain plug, headlights turn off when drivers door opens, locking gas door, ease of four wheel drive engagment, seamless transmission shift points, frame construction, and ride/handling.

The items that could be improved are the position of the clock and the access to the oil filter.

I am in vehicle engineering and appreciate everything that this truck has to offer. These trucks are made in Indiana but reflect the refinements of Japanese engineering. You can purchase a slightly less expensive similar truck of a different make but it will not provide you near the features and ride and handling of this truck. I paid about $27,000. With a trade, options and accessories sometimes it gets a little unclear exactly what you pay. The bottom line is to get a price you are happy with.

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I have had similar Detroit vehicles for the last 20 years and this vehicle is far superior to any of them. The extra engineering that went into this truck is very evident.

Good low end torque
*Good ride
*Good xmission shifts
*Quiet

*Toy needs to drop the two speed xfer case and
go AWD like the Lexus RX300
* needs limited slip option

~$32000 + tx & lic.

Recommended

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This is my 3rd Toy truck.

It's a Toyota. Nuff said

Back seat sucks except for short rides, but that's the only thing I'll ever use the back seat for. Typical Toyota premium price. But you can either give a little extra to them today, or buy the cheaper Ford and give the difference plus some to your mechanic, later.

Bill from PA, give me a break. This is so obviously a plant. First of all, the Tundra outperforms every American truck in its class for power. Don't believe me, or Toyota? Just ask every piece of crap Dodge, Chevy or Ford I blow away off the line. Second, if the transmission on your truck (as if you really owned one) really blew at 800 miles you were doing something to it. You're right about one thing. Toyota will never build a truck like Detroit. Thank God!!

Now, how about a review from someone that really owns a Tundra: This thing is awesome! This is the third Toyota I've owned, and I can't figure out why anyone would buy anything else. I had a 79 Corolla that would still be running today if I hadn't totaled it. My wife has been driving a 93 Camry for six years, now. It's got 95k on it, and is just like new. I fully expect to get 300K from this car. So when it was time to buy a pickup truck I just went straight to the Toyota dealer. I went in looking for a Tacoma, but after driving it I decided that it was just too small, and in serious need of a redesign. The salesman told me that is coming, but I didn't want to wait a year to get my truck. So I test drove the Tundra. What a fabulous truck. First of all it rides, as they say, like butta'. Second, the V8 is super powerful. As I said earlier, it's the most powerful truck in its class (I know that just kills the American truck lovers). In fact, it compares favorably to the Detroit threes' upgrade engines.

The fact that it's a Toyota tells me it's bulletproof, so I'll have this truck for a long time. Probably while Bill from PA is on his third or fourth Silverado.

If you're looking for a full size pickup, don't buy anything until you drive this one. And, as someone said earlier, get the V8

None that I could see. Paint was pretty good.

Not enough power! I had this '99 for 4 months and finally traded it in. I could not believe the problems I had in only 4k miles. Transmission blew at 800miles, dash squeaks, radio sounds tinny, doors feel like tin, etc. I had an 87 F150 before and thought I'd go to see what Japan had to offer. Well, the dealers are thieves and service sucks. I traded this in for a 2000 Sierra and couldn't be happier. More feel to the ride and you know you're in a truck with power when you hit the gas.

Japan can never build a truck like Detroit. Period.

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F150 - wasn't a bad truck but little quality issues sent me to Toyota for a try. Never again. I think people are just brainwashed with this whole Japan build quality myth left over from Detroit's lemon years of the 80's and very early 90's. They have come very far. This truck doesn't impress me. don't know why I bought it.

nice ride, easy handling, plenty of room inside cab, great stereo,design seems to be well thought out.

Have not found any weakness yet however i only have had it about 1 month

siicker price of 17100 got it for 15500 about 500 over cost.So far i have no qualms about recommending it .Though my model has few bells and whistles on it( a basic model) i got the eguipment i wanted nothing more nothing less.

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First full size truck. Test drove ford chevy and dodge and felt toyota was the best value

Build quality is very good, the frame is alot stiffer than Ford's F-150 extra cab. Very car like ride. Very quite. Good driving positions, logical position of all switches (except clock) and controls. Very strong acceleration and a snapy shifting transmission.Strong brakes

Clock hard to read (too low) Hard to install aftermarket sound system no place to install subwoofer or amps. Sheet metal dents too easy.(don't lean on hood)Interior has the look of Fords oval control panel from the Tarus
Had to resurface front brake rotors at 9,500 miles ABS a little too sensitive.
no optional limited slip differental

Bought this car in Oct 99' It is a black 4wd with TRD package and is a limited model,took over 2 week on searching just about every Toyota dealership in California, but it was worth the work. I have owned alot of vehicles and I have my own auto repair facility for 32 years,and in my assestment I feel the the Toyota/Lexus line of vehicles are about the best vehicle for the money. We have the least amount of problems with these vehicles.
My previous vehicles were a 99 Ford F-150 Sold it due to trans failure at 4400 miles- Lost confidence in vehicle
97 Toyota 4-runner 4wd limited very good vehicle although lagging in power
98 Gs-400 the finest sports sedan...
I paid approx $31,000 +T&L for the Tundra
I have installed a single outlet TRD exhaust system( little noisy)
Upgraded the wheels to Momo 17"Vantages chrome with Bridgestone 275/60/17 Duler h/p
Upgrades sound systen to Sony cdx-90 system with xtant amps and cd and md changers custom sub enclosure made in lower center console.
All in all, this is the best turck I have owned. over 15,000 miles on it and no major problems and no rattles!
Now if TRD only had a supercharger kit out....

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Its really hard to discribe the 2000 Toyota Tundra, you have to drive it and have a feel for it. I just love it. It handles great and looks great. I bought a Limited with everything on it besides the TRD and Alarm. Getting an alarm soon.HAHA... Its a 2/4 and i still take it off road and it handles like a Lexus even though its not a 4/4. My cousin has a new BMW and is thinking about getting a Tundra after driving my truck and experenced the power and comfort it has. I think Toyota has gone along way to created a wounderful truck.

The price its too high but it is worth it... my cousin has a Dodge and he wants to trade it in for a Tundra or a Tacoma. But if you compare the price to a Amercain truck... it breaks down too easy and you have to repair it alot.. Soo if you pay alittle bit more its worth it because of the quality.

I paid $29,958 out the door was almost $38,000
It is white, captain seats leather ofcourse... and everything else... Like i said getting an alarm soon. I would recommend it to anyone. Babe the truck and it will run for years.

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89 Toyota Tacoma... Still have it... And still running great. No problems at ALL!!! Just change the oil and keep it in good shape and it will run for a very very very long time... Thats way i chose to get the Tundra.