2021 Toyota Tundra

Nobody can accuse Toyota of not getting its value out of its Tundra. This model has been around since 2007, with a slight refresh in 2014. A lot has happened in the pickup truck landscape since then, and the Tundra's rivals have left the big, capable Toyota behind in relation to comfort, driving dynamics, refinement, and EPA-estimated fuel economy. Still, the Tundra appeals to a number of buyers who aren't so concerned about such things and are instead focused on utility. The 2021 Tundra isn't short of it, either, with a choice of three cabs, three bed lengths, rear- or four-wheel drive, and six trim levels. The trim lineup is SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and the off-road-specific TRD Pro. For 2021, the final year of production for this generation, the Tundra adds a pair of special-edition packages, the Nightshade Special Edition and the Trail Edition.

There's less choice when it comes to what powers the Tundra—the only engine is a 5.7-liter V8 with 381 hp. It's not short on power, but its EPA-estimated fuel economy trails rivals, one of the key reasons the Tundra is difficult to recommend. Similarly, the suspension lacks the ride quality of newer competitors, which limits the Tundra's appeal to those who prize utility over everything. For everyone else who likes the idea of a big pickup from Toyota, we'd recommend checking out the 2022 redesign.