Hi Scotty, wish you & family a very Merry Christmas & happy many years to com.
my question, i am planning to buy Toyota Tundra pick up but notice that they all 3.5 l twin turbo very disappointed, are they as good as V8? also if not what are the choices between Ford & Chevy? also any Chevy 3L diesel turbo good?
Your best bet is a V8 Tundra. Get one from previous generations.
No way will a twin-turbo V6 last as long as a normally-aspirated V8. The reason for the change is not for the benefit of the customer, it is to meet government gas mileage regulations.
I would hold off on getting the new Tundra until it’s been out for a few years so we can see what issues arise (even though that engine and 10-speed automatic transmission have been in use in other Toyota products with hardly any issues - namely Lexus LS500 for the engine/transmission and the LC500 for just the transmission - since 2018 model year. I know the engine in the LS500 some owners complained about turbo lag (which is common to turbos in general, although some turbos do a better job than others with respect to lag). The jury is out on the longevity and durability of the TT V6 engine and the 10-speed AT, but it is logical to believe it won’t last as long as the previous generation powertrain. Also, the newer generation Tundras have more bells and whistles so inevitably more things to go wrong overtime.
If you want true and tried, personally I would go with the last generation Tundra with the naturally aspirated V8 and 6-speed automatic transmission. Sure you take a hit in fuel economy, but the truck is a known entity and should make up for it with less issues (and $$ to fix them).
And definitely stay away from Ford and Chevy when it comes to their F-150 and 1500-series trucks.
3/4 ton only on new Ford and Chevy pick ups. Prior to 2006 in 1/2 tons.
I like the new MPG with the turbo 6 Tundra and they are good looking trucks. The poor MPG was why I sold my 2014 Tundra Platinum, and the new motor has me debating a Tundra again. They drive very well also.
@mod_man I am surprised that the 2022 Tundra has the same mpg as your Honda Ridgeline.
I am as well. Though the Ridgeline does get it without the use of turbos.
The 3L Duramax with the 10-speed is smooth, quiet, and very efficient. Longevity is questionable and will probably require a lot of dedication (careful selection of fuel and oil additives, frequent oil changes, fuel filter changes, etc). So it depends on your priorities.
I wouldn't recommend buying newer trucks simply because they don't last as long as their older counterparts.
Go 2020 or older if you want long life. If you are buying a brand new truck, your best alternative to that twin-turbo V6 Tundra is the Nissan Titan since it has the tried and true 5.6 V8 that will outlast a smaller displacement twin-turbo GDI V6 engine.
