The 2022 Toyota Tundra is better than ever and equipped to compete with heavyweight competitors, thanks to a restyled exterior, strong engine options, cutting-edge technology, and a clever design. In this 2022 Toyota Tundra vs. 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 comparison, you'll learn how the new Toyota Tundra compares with the upgraded Silverado. If you're interested in the Tundra, you can check it out at Limbaugh Toyota in Birmingham, AL.
The Toyota Tundra is superior to the Chevy Silverado 1500 for more reasons than just its power and performance. A standard 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Amazon Alexa Virtual Assistant are just some of the advanced features available on Toyota Tundra models.
A best-in-class 14.2-inch multimedia touch-screen display, a 12.3-inch control panel, red leather interior, load-leveling air suspension, a panoramic view monitor, trailer backup guide with straight path assist, and other features set the Toyota Tundra apart from its rivals.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra is designed for both work and play. It has six trim levels: SR, SR5, 1794 Edition, Limited, Platinum, and TRD Pro. Toyota Tundra models come in two body types: Double Cab and CrewMax Cab. The Double Cab model is available with a 6.5-foot standard bed, an 8.1-foot long bed, or a 5.5-foot short bed. The CrewMax Cab model has a 6.5-foot long bed.
The Chevy Silverado 1500 vehicles offer similar options. It comes in Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab body types with choices for short bed, standard bed, and extended bed.
In this 2022 Toyota Tundra vs. 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 comparison, the Toyota pickup truck stands out for its next-generation powertrains. The 3.5-liter i-FORCE Twin-Turbo V-6 engine that powers the Toyota Tundra as standard has an output of 389 horsepower. It achieves 18 mpg for city driving and 24 mpg for highway driving.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra also comes with a 437-horsepower, 3.5-liter i-FORCE MAX Twin-Turbo Hybrid engine with an output of 583 pound-feet of torque. It has good fuel efficiency despite its power. Toyota Tundra models can tow an astonishing 12,000 pounds of weight and have a maximum payload of 1,940 pounds.
Four engine options are available for Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models, but they fall short of the Toyota Tundra's power, performance, and fuel efficiency. A standard 2.7-liter High-Output Turbo four-cylinder engine with 310 horsepower, a 355-horsepower 5.3-liter V-8, a 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V-8, and a 277-horsepower 3.0-liter Duramax® Turbodiesel engine are the available options for the Chevy Silverado 1500. These engines can be paired with either an eight-speed or 10-speed automatic transmission.
The Tundra has the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 suite of driver aids. It includes pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and a lane-keeping system. The Chevy Safety Assist package has limited availability. It includes forward collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high beams.
The Tundra is the clear winner in this battle of pickup trucks. You can take the Tundra for a test drive at Limbaugh Toyota in Birmingham, AL. We also have special vehicle deals for you. So stop by the dealership today.