2014 Toyota Tundra takes different approach than U.S. rivals - Newsday

Toyota's 2014 Tundra full-size pickup truck takes a minimalist approach. The Tundra is having none of that. Asked about similar competitive tweaks, Toyota decided they were not needed. The Tundra has part-time four-wheel drive. So the idea is to sell the 2014 re-engineered Tundra based on its essential goodness. The Texas-built Tundra, fifth in sales behind the U. S. brands, has been revamped to include new "chiseled" exterior styling and interior changes that include better-quality materials along with new comfort and convenience features. There are new top-of-the-line Platinum and western-themed 1794 editions that include perforated leather upholstery, sonar front- and rear-parking assist, a motorized glass sunroof, premium audio with Toyota's Entune connectivity, navigation and a... The base model is the SR, followed by the SR-5 and Limited models, each with additional equipment. Tundra pickups come in regular cab, double cab and CrewMax four-door models with two- and four-wheel drive and short (5. 5 feet), standard (6. 5 feet) and long (8. 1 feet) beds. However, Toyota makes up for that somewhat by also offering the Tacoma midsize pickup. Source: www.newsday.com