I’m a Toyota guy for life but No recovery hooks was a huge mistake by Toyota. Whoever ok’d that decision should not be working on off road trucks honestly. Recovery points are so big and important.

As an aerospace engineer, I call bs on the recovery hooks being removed for aerodynamics. The front of a truck is a massive high pressure zone, those hooks would have an incredibly tiny impact if any at all, it doesn’t increase the cross sectional area of the truck at all. I don’t believe their reasoning.

Doug: "Quality is excellent. Toyota reliability is beyond question fantastic." Also Doug: "It gets an 8 out of 10."

The Tundra does have a storage area under the rear seat. The hybrid version uses that space for the battery so on those trucks, you loose that storage area. They also move the 12 volt battery to that location also for the hybrid trucks.

20:00. There's no storage underneath the seats in the hybrid models because that's where the batteries are kept. However, non-hybrid models have the storage space available

The biggest feature in this truck is that it can change your shirt automatically 18:59

Couple things wrong: There IS an optional step for the tailgate that sits under the rear bumper and pops out. Believe it costs around $400 to add the "bed step" to your build. Only the hybrid models lack the storage under the rear seats, because that's where the batteries are kept. Non-hybrid versions DO have under-the-seat storage.

I love love love that rear window power up and down that toyota has on their trucks and 4Runners. I wish every suv and pickup manufacture did this as well. Great Video Douggy

My 2000 Toyota 4Runner has the back window rolling down feature. It’s cool to see Toyota is still using it as it is such a unique Toyota thing

This man has survived innumerable 3rd degree quirk attacks and still quirks away...legend.

I just test drove this truck at the Philly auto show, and yes I was most impressed by the sound. No matter what exhaust system you throw on an ecoboost f150/raptor, it still doesn't sound like a v8 to me...this does! I did get a bit of information overload from the excessive cameras, but since I doubt I'll ever be able to afford this truck, I just tried to enjoy the experience

The change sorter/storage is the greatest thing I've ever seen! I always have change clinking around in my center console.

I can’t wait for what Doug has in store for DOUGCEMBER

No tow hooks for aerodynamics is bogus. They could've made caps.

19:19 Doug's face as he's rolling the window up and down..🤣🤣

You didn't mention that for the led bar to turn on you have to be in high beams, it will turn off if you go to low beams. Also the most annoying thing remote start engine. Once you go out to get in the truck the engine will turn off if you unlock the doors and if doors already unlocked, engine will turn off when you shift to drive

I love how Doug adjust his voice based on the type of vehicle he’s reviewing

"We cant design a TT v6 for the supra too expensive!!!!!!" Makes one 2 years later for the tundra

"so let's get started... before i get started" 🤣 0:25

I really love this new Tundra. Hoping to get one in the near future

The Tundra finally has a rear locking differential, and coilovers now come standard instead of leaf springs for rear suspension. This improves ride quality and off-road performance, while actually improving the towing rating from the last model. It looks like Toyota did this by strengthening the frame. The interior is a huge improvement from the outgoing model, and it has a massive sunroof. Climate controls are still buttons, and it even has heated and cooled front seats. Wireless charging too. The hybrid battery is the reason the rear seat storage is gone. The digital camo black trim is supposedly a new inexpensive, easy to replace material used in damage prone areas, like fender flares and rear bumper panels by the tow hitch. Doug did not really emphasize any of this. We have asked for more power and better fuel economy for years, and it's finally here. He did not even highlight the new 10 speed transmission? Massive improvement over the outgoing 6 speed. All of this with Toyota reliability. The tundra has never been more competitive, but this review seemed negative. The only downsides I saw were the missing front recovery hook (aftermarket fix), lack of rear storage, and no generator function like the F150 powerboost. Is there room for improvement? Definitely. That being said, I think Doug really misunderstood the value proposition of the TRD Pro model. This review was not nearly as detailed as his other recent reviews, which is a shame because there was so much content left un-discussed.

Doug is the kinda guy to have 2 Dougs in the same video

Passed by one today and they're huge. People say they look weak shyyt not in person not really they don't. So far toyota did pretty good with the redesign.

"TOYOTA, let's go places." pops in my mind every time i see a Tundra/Tacoma.

I love the return of the "TOYOTA" front grill. It's a cool throwback to the old school Land Cruiser days.

Customers: " how many TRD labels do you need?" Toyota : "Yes."

Thank you for your honest review and.showing us the nice details of the truck. Much appreciated!

Seems like they could have installed recovery hooks with doors in front of them that stay closed until you need to use the hooks. Or make the whole panel flip up to reveal the hooks.

Doug's the kind of guy to describe the quirks and features while wearing a quirks and features shirt.

I can’t believe Doug didn’t mention anything about the composite bed new to Tundra. Doug is the kind of guy who carries one knee pad around with him for vehicle reviews. That’s quirky..

The part that's most concerning to me is the huge gaps in that front grill. I don't even want to think of the things that can get stuck behind there. Hopefully the aftermarket will address this with some kind of mesh insert.

I Initially thought I wouldn't like the redesign and no V8, not to mention all this new tech, but it is growing on me. A little overkill on the "TRD PRO" (in my Doug voice)..and no tow hooks.. but cool BEAST

I'm gonna miss the roar of the iforce, it was one of the best sounding stock v8s in a truck

I'm not even a truck guy, but you're right about the hooks. Every other truck is doing those now.

No storage underneath for they hybrids ONLY. The gas versions have storage underneath. Actually bugger than some, because the seats themselves are longer than competitors.

This is why you should always choose a black window trim instead of ‘chrome’ . Makes every color pop! And this is a beautiful color! Wow

I wanna see Doug set up an offroad challenge between this and the Rivian -- with him driving both and declaring a winner.

Keep them coming brother

I was dead set on one of these until I drove the powerboost f150, there is no comparison in the research and development Ford was able to pump out on these new trucks. I now own a XLT FX4 Powerboost.

I think this truck is going to make the raptor even more popular than it is…there’s no way dealers aren’t gonna take advantage of hiking up what will most likely be a70k msrp

The regular Tundra has a step in the rear bumper. Also the rear seat does have storage with the regular iforce engine.

im so glad our understanding of aerodynamics is reaching a point where we no longer have to compromise car design

10:13 Maybe it was the effect of being in the vicinity and even inside (not like that) the TRD Pro, but Doug's change of T-shirt from yellow to black at this point was truly phenomenal. Oscar-worthy performance. And then at 10:52, he wears the yellow T-shirt again! Wow. Just wow. Clap clap clap. Applause applause (end sarcasm)

I think I’ll finally pull the trigger and get a new car from a dealership I’ve only bought used but this really caught my eye.

Regarding the front tow hooks, I can't see why they wouldn't be able to put plastic covers over them and have them embedded in the bumper body work. That really doesn't check out, sounds more like Toyota pinched pennies and are trying to come up with the excuse after

This truck looks like something a high schooler being introduced to CAD would produce.

Such a nice truck. Personally, I love the digital camo accents.

Great video...the camo that is referenced is actually tire tread marks that are know in off road. Overall pretty good video

7:45 imagine getting in a car accident and having "OYO" stamped to your forehead

I want someone to look at me like Doug looks at the back Window of a Tundra rolling down

nice truck but the lack of front-end recovery hooks is a deal-killer. can’t count the times we needed to use one or both

This truck is just full of creative work

That face he makes every time he's explaining every single detail of a vehicle never gets old. 😁 🤣 😂

Good review. But if you compare it to a Raptor in one area you should be consistent. This has a huge amount more towing/payload capacity over a Raptor.

I love the toyota wording both on the dash and grill. Love that font!

Just bought the 2022 Tundra TRD. I have been driving carefully the first 500 miles, kept my lead foot off the pedal, the combined MPG is only 15 so far. Will update soon.

I swear these past few videos have been almost god tier I bet the closer we get to the new year the better they’ll get which is crazy

LOVE your reviews Doug, keeping doing what you're doing 🤘🏻

This video sold me on the truck. Thank you

I’m a sucker for black multi-cam. I think the camo scheme on the truck is awesome

Doug, they actually have an optional electric power step to get in the rear.

Ford GM and Ram are literally truck companies. The majority of their profits are from their trucks! Toyota is the leading car manufacturer globally and has the most diverse selection of cars, trucks and suv's compared to any brand. I'm really impressed by the new Tundra, I think they offer a lot of options like tailgate step up and backseat storage under the seats that you said they didn't. Though the 360 camera makes no sense hahaha. I come from a family of successful electrical and mechanical engineers and the reason most of us drive Toyota's and Honda's are because of how reliable they are. My only gripe with the old tundra was the bad fuel economy and lack of basic entertainment features and so I think they absolutely hit it out of the park with this new design. Again Toyota doesn't make the percentage of profit from trucks like all the American brands do, so I think this is exactly what most reliability-minded, Toyota enthusiasts were looking for. I'm definitely getting one!

The reliability of their V8 NA engines are what always steered me towards a Tundra over any other full sized truck. I am a bit hesitant with these new Turbo and Hybrid engines...

You drove this TRD pro in my hometown, San Diego. I wish i could have bumped into you on the road.

The other models have a step that comes down when you pop the tailgate. It's an option. Also, watched a video where the engineer was interviewed. He basically said there goal was to get the low end grunt of a diesel without having to actually do a diesel. Sounds like they achieved it.

For a second, I thought the exterior pieces with that digi-camo design were actually made of black packing Styrofoam.

I like the way Doug points out all the little hidden features in the truck that you might miss if you go to the dealer to look at the truck yourself. I tell you out of the tons of people that review cars and truck's on KZfaq Doug does it the best. 5 ***** stars ***** 5

Wish it had 4 automatic mode. It’s awfully handy in the winter.

BMW: Our new grille is big. Toyota: Hold my beer!

Doug I can see that you are a Toyota fan how very excited you are

I love the fact you forgot to point at the biggest option that this car has that not a lot of trucks have nowadays and that is the moonroof..

I absolutely love Doug's enthusiasm

Doug you’re killing it with the new releases! Amazing times for new model releases and the move to pure EVs and hybrids basically doubles the offering. Thisssss is the best Tundra so far!!!👌🏾🇺🇸

Beautiful truck. I love engineering competition.

I'm a tundra guy while this truck is very enthusiast oriented I am not a fan of how many toyotas and trds are all over this thing. They got a little to proud with it but I'd still buy it considering the features.

I might have to cash in on the bonkers and completely accidental appreciation of my ‘21 Tundra and pull the trigger on one of these… I must admit I’ll always be sad about the departure of the V8 - because simplicity and good noises - but this powertrain and the truck itself seems to make up for that pretty well. Also I can’t believe more people aren’t talking about this being on the global Land Cruiser Series 300 platform. That’s insanely cool!

Yes! Been waiting for this review and did not disappoint! Looks great and definitely an upgrade from their previous edition that lasted way too long. Probably gonna wait for 2023 or 24 for the kinks to work themselves out and make my purchase! 🤘🏼

Great video, you never dissappint Doug! Would you try a POV view while driving, I think that would be better:)

Even the Ford Maverick XLT has tow hooks. But, this is a top-of-the-line 80k flagship off-roader? If its mpg theyre concerned about, they should have added tow-hooks with plastic fairing covers that could be popped off.

14:32 I'm sure that's not carbon fiber, Doug. It's regular plastic.

6:50 doug lookin funny in the reflection

Never knew about this, until now. I like it.

Love these new tundras thinking about getting one ordered

I kind of feel that toyota/lexus as of late have been super safe with their outgoing cars. Maybe they're making sure the features they add will last years with no reliability issues before equipping their vehicles with it?

15:15 The truck shaped outlines in the center console look like the pull tabs to remove the liners for cleaning. Pretty cool detail.

I love the little trucks and SUVs on the center console storage 😂 I would like to know precisely which models they are 😅

Doug! I love your reviews. Here are some synonyms for the word "cool": swell, amazing, boss, sublime, dandy, awesome, nifty, spectacular, chill and calm. And here are some synonyms for the word "tough": rugged, hard, solid, tight, firm, durable, rigid, brawny, robust and rigid. You´re welcome.

Toyota never gives up on a engine R&D. They have been working on this engine variant with the Gs450h as far back as the rx400h. I love Toyota

"How much agressive should our next trucks be ?" "Yes."

Very thorough enumeration of the badging.

Doug, hooks in the front are used to get pulled. This BMF is no getting stuck or breaking down anywhere.

Love that when I get into an accident Toyota would brand me like a prized bull.

The look on Doug's face while opening/closing that rear window....priceless!!

Just tune mine and did a 6inch bds lift with king coilovers going put bigger twins!

The missing features seem like another example of an auto maker planning for the mid-cycle refresh. Maybe planning for it is better than slapping in some not thought through options down the road?

The Tundra does have the same standard storage as your standard truck under the rear seats unless you get the iforce max as that is where the battery is

Tundra has always been behind the curve for technology and Toyota continues to play it "safe".

"Tee Are Dee Pro" I swear I can't stop unhearing Doug's voice and now that's how I'm emphasizing when I say it too.

Cool factor should have been 8-9 outta ten. This if a very cool truck

Been waiting for this video since the truck was announced 🙌