2016 Toyota Tundra front Quarter View

2016 Toyota Tundra Performance Capabilities and Engine Specs

A full-size pickup truck should have full-size performance capabilities and impressive engine specs, right? Fortunately, the 2016 Toyota Tundra boasts both of these things–outstanding performance and powertrain components designed to take you wherever the road leads.

2016 Tundra Engine Options

The 2016 Toyota Tundra offers two impressive engine options for shoppers to choose from. Both are I-FORCE V8 powertrains with Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and 4-2-1 tubular stainless steel exhaust manifold. The smaller 4.6-liter option delivers 310 horsepower and 327 pound-feet torque, and the larger 5.7-liter engine produces 381 horsepower and 410 pound-feet torque.

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2016 Tundra i-FORCE 5.7L V8 engine

2016 Toyota Tundra towing

Towing

Of the multiple Tundra options to choose from, 22 of them can tow over 10,000 pounds. All models equipped with the 5.7-liter V8 engine come with the TOW/HAUL Mode, which holds lower gears longer to reduce excessive gear shifting.

2016 Toyota Tundra transmission

Transmission

All Tundra trims have a six-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence, which is equipped with sequential shift mode and uphill/downhill shift logic.

2016 Toyota Tundra dashboard view

Fuel Economy

Even though the Toyota truck offers great power and performance capabilities, the 2016 Toyota Tundra can still achieve EPA-estimated 19 mpg on the highway.

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It’s clear the 2016 Toyota Tundra has a lot to offer under the hood. But what about its exterior design and interior components? If you are interested in learning more about this hefty Toyota truck, we encourage you to browse our new Tundra inventory and schedule a time to get behind the wheel and experience the Tundra firsthand!

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