Comments on: Updating the Diesel Tundra Story

By: Diesel Trucks

Diesel Trucks — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:51:00 +0000

It’s a shame that the diesel tundra is probably an after thought at this point. I have long dreamed of owning one of these ever since it was first mentioned. I guess that’s how the ball bounces, but something tells me that this truck will resurface down the road (I’m crossing my fingers at least =)

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:30:01 +0000

Jeff – I think it would sell provided the price isn’t too much greater. The problem is, with all the mandatory emissions equipment, a diesel might be a $5k option…and that would probably be too much. I’m a true believer, but I think it’s safe to say that the diesel half-ton died on the table.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:39:08 +0000

If Toyota puts a diesel in their Tundra, it will sell. I’m not sure how anyone can look at their own set of needs in a truck, and since it will not work for them, they think it won’t work for the rest of the nation.

By: Admin (Jason)

Admin (Jason) — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:50:49 +0000

TXTee – That white truck wasn’t mine, but yes I am no longer a Tundra owner. I only had one for a short time, then I sold my truck and started moving around. I’m sort of living between Denver and Manhattan, NYC, right now for work, and I don’t own or drive a vehicle currently. HOWEVER, I fully expect to be a truck owner once again next year.

By: TXTee

TXTee — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:13:10 +0000

Jason – did you ever sell the white Tundra?

By: Admin (Jason)

Admin (Jason) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:16:28 +0000

Jeff – That’s the diesel they’re considering…it’s already being tested from what we’ve heard.
TXTee – Discretion IS the better part of valor – your sentiments are very reasonable…but I want a diesel Tundra stat!

By: TXTee

TXTee — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:01:04 +0000

I’m happy with gas alone as I have no need for the diesel. I think Toyota should personally wait and see in this case. The total chicken/egg concept is in play here but doesn’t sound like a great time to be too innovative in that market.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:09:56 +0000

i dont understand why the dont run the euro spec 4.5 v-8…..479 ft lbs and 20+ mpg….if it fits under the hood of a land cruiser itll fit in a tundra

By: Otto

Otto — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:13:53 +0000

What Tundra needs, IMO, is a flat 6 turbodiesel with about 300hp and 500flb that averages about 22-24mpg

By: Admin (Jason)

Admin (Jason) — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:00:42 +0000

Retire@46 – Please re-read my comment. I was referring to the “older 7.3’s” without the turbo, which, apparently, YOU have not driven! I should have been more clear that I was referencing the non-turbo version. As far as I know, the older non-turbo 7.3 diesels were the only diesels capable of getting 25 mpg…but I suppose some people can squeeze that out of a turbocharged model. The older 7.3, by they way, had about 200 hp and 400lb-ft of torque, which is comparable to the Tundra’s 5.7, Ford’s new 6.2, Chevy’s 6.2, and Dodge’s 5.7.
http://consumerguideauto.howst.....ckup-6.htm
In other words, to make a long, labored point, as diesels have gained power, their fuel economy has suffered. I definitely agree that emissions have hurt fuel economy too.
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Finally, as for your statement that a 6.8 can pull more than a 5.7, you’ll get no argument from me. It’s a stump puller for sure and a nice engine.