Archived model-year dossier
2021 Toyota Tundra
The 2021 Toyota Tundra's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 2 EPA certification records across 2 model/option labels (Tundra 2WD, Tundra 4WD), spanning Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Regular fuel type across 1 engine (5.7L 8-cyl). EPA classifies it under Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD vehicle classes, built on Conventional powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 14–15 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,150–$4,450/yr. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 24 owner complaints for this model year. The site covers 3 model years of the Toyota Tundra, 2021 through 2026, and this is the 2021.
Configurations2
Model/option labels2
Combined efficiency14–15 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers15
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2021 Toyota Tundra: 11 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 6 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 6 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 6 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 6 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 6 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Platinum | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| 1794 Edition | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5.7-liter V8 | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Mode | 4WD | 381 | 401 | 13 / 17 / 14 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | 5,600 lb | 247.8 in | 76.4 in | 164.6 in | 10.6 in | 49 ft | 26.4 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,800 lb | 1,600 lb | P275/65R18 |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | 5,600 lb | 247.8 in | 76.4 in | 164.6 in | 10.6 in | 49 ft | 26.4 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,800 lb | 1,600 lb | P275/65R18 |
| SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5,470 lb | 228.9 in | 76.4 in | 145.7 in | 10.6 in | 44 ft | 26.4 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,900 lb | 1,630 lb | P275/65R18 |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5,470 lb | 228.9 in | 76.4 in | 145.7 in | 10.6 in | 44 ft | 26.4 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,900 lb | 1,630 lb | P275/65R18 |
| SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5,640 lb | 228.9 in | 76.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.6 in | 44 ft | 26.4 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,800 lb | 1,560 lb | P275/65R18 |
| TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5,470 lb | 228.9 in | 77.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.6 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,900 lb | 1,630 lb | P275/65R18 |
| Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | 5,530 lb | 228.9 in | 76.4 in | 145.7 in | 10.4 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,100 lb | 1,570 lb | P275/65R18 |
| Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5,680 lb | 228.9 in | 76.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.4 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 8,800 lb | 1,520 lb | P275/65R18 |
| Platinum | 5,670 lb | 228.9 in | 76.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.4 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 8,800 lb | 1,530 lb | P275/55R20 |
| 1794 Edition | 5,670 lb | 228.9 in | 76.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.4 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 8,800 lb | 1,530 lb | P275/65R18 |
| TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | 5,640 lb | 228.9 in | 77.2 in | 145.7 in | 10.6 in | 44 ft | 38 gal | 39.7 in | 42.5 in | 9,200 lb | 1,560 lb | P275/65R18 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2021 Toyota Tundra trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft) | SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) | Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) | Platinum | 1794 Edition | TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | – |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | – |
| Rear parking sensors | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | – |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Emergency and security services | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||||||
| Heated front seats | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | – |
| Heated windshield | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | Std | Std | – | – | – | – |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | – | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | – |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||||||
| Alloy wheels | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | Std | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | – |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | – | Std | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | – | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Limited-slip differential | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43010Tundra 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylConventional | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S6) | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 | N/A |
| 43018Tundra 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S6) | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
15 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2021 Toyota Tundra versus the 2020 Toyota Tundra?
Model year
Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2021 Toyota Tundra carries the 2020 Toyota Tundra's figures forward: 2 certification records labelled Tundra 2WD, Tundra 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl, part-time 4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive on regular, rated 14-15 combined MPG/MPGe and an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,150 to $4,450. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 5 for the 2020 to 3 for the 2021.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What size wheels does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have?
Wheels and tires
The 2021 Toyota Tundra's wheel diameter is 18 inches on the 10 trims (SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft) and SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and 7 more) and 20 inches on the Platinum. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03How do the 2021 Toyota Tundra trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 11 trims share the 5.7-liter V8 making 381 hp. The SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft) has fog lights and an integrated garage-door opener as standard equipment over the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft). The SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) has fog lights and an integrated garage-door opener as standard equipment over the SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft). The SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) has privacy glass and a rear-window defroster as standard equipment over the SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft). The TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) has alloy wheels, power front seats for driver and passenger, front and rear climate zones and 6 more as standard equipment over the SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft). The Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) has heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel as standard equipment over the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have blind-spot alert?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: blind-spot alert is standard on the Platinum and 1794 Edition; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have front and rear parking sensors?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: front and rear parking sensors is standard on the Platinum and 1794 Edition; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q06Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have rear parking sensors?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: rear parking sensors is standard on the Platinum and 1794 Edition; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q07Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have a navigation system?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: a navigation system is standard on the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 2 more; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) and SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q08Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have a premium audio system?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: a premium audio system is standard on the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 2 more; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) and SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q09Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have heated front seats?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: heated front seats is standard on the Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 1794 Edition; not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and 3 more.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q10Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have leather seats?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: leather seats is standard on the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 2 more; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q11Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have a power driver's seat?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: a power driver's seat is standard on the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 2 more; optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) and SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q12Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have front and rear climate zones?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: front and rear climate zones is standard on the TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum and 2 more; not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft).
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q13What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2021 Toyota Tundra use?
Maintenance
The 2021 Toyota Tundra owner's manual names DOT 3 brake fluid. Source: 2021 Toyota Tundra owner's manual. The 2020 model year has the same figure.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q14How long is the 2021 Toyota Tundra's cargo bed?
Capability
The 2021 Toyota Tundra's cargo bed length is 5.5 feet on the 5 trims (SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft) and Platinum and 2 more), 6.5 feet on the SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and 8 feet on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft). Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2020 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q15Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have push-button start?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: push-button start is standard on the Limited (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft), Platinum, 1794 Edition and TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); optional on the SR5 (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR5 (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and SR5 (Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft); not offered on the SR (Pickup 4D 8 ft), SR (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft), TRD Pro (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft) and Limited (Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft). The 2020 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
This model year’s federal safety record
3 federal recall campaigns are on file for the 2021 Toyota Tundra.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2021 Toyota Tundra name steering, exterior lighting. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2021 Toyota Tundra is affected.
The 2020 Toyota Tundra carries 5 recall campaigns and 45 owner complaints, against 24 here: 2 more recalls than the 2021.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
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