- [Narrator] The 2023 Toyota Tundra
versus the 2023 GMC Sierra.
Let's learn a bit more
about these full-size pickup trucks.
Tundra's i-FORCE powertrains blend power and efficiency.
From the SR to the off-road capable TRD Pro
to the luxurious Capstone,
there's a Tundra for everyone.
A maximum towing capacity of up to 12,000 pounds
and features like the available trailer backup guide
make Tundra a premium towing machine.
An aluminum reinforced composite bed
and a maximum payload of 1,940 pounds
mean Tundra can handle even the toughest hauling jobs.
Now let's put Tundra and Sierra side by side.
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Tundra is offered in seven grades,
two cab styles and three bed lengths
from adventure-ready models to the Capstone
and TRD Pro variants,
there are plenty of configurations to choose from.
Five of the seven grades
can be had with the i-FORCE MAX Hybrid powertrain.
All Tundra models are also available with four-wheel drive.
TRD Pro and Capstone, however,
come standard with both the hybrid system
and four-wheel drive.
Sierra is available in eight grades, two bed lengths
and three cab styles.
As a result, it too offers a wide selection of variants
including work trucks, off-road capable models
and luxury focused trims.
Of the eight grades, seven can be had in rear
or four-wheel drive.
The AT4 and AT4X, on the other hand,
come exclusively with the latter.
However, none of the four powertrains offered
are electrified.
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Tundra features standard LED headlights
and a modern yet, rugged front fascia.
Depending on the grade,
Tundra can be had with alloy wheels up
to 22 inches in diameter.
Additionally, available chrome-colored exterior accents
add a hint of style to an already attractive truck.
Tundra also pays homage to its forebearers on TRD Pro
via a black Toyota heritage grille,
featuring an integrated light bar, amber marker lights
and color heat surrounds.
Plus, Tundra complements its appearance
with genuine toughness.
This is thanks to the standard aluminum reinforced
composite bed that better resists dents and scratches.
Features like an available tailgate bump switch allows
for hands-free opening of the power tailgate,
enhancing Tundra's practicality.
The available retractable bed step, Panoramic View Monitor
and power running boards, on the other hand,
add extra convenience
Each Sierra grade sports a unique look
and standard LED headlights.
Similar to Tundra, available alloy wheel sizes range
up to 22 inches in diameter.
Select grades also include distinct design cubes.
AT4, for instance, comes with gloss black grille accents
and 18-inch wheels with dark gray accents.
Denali and Denali Ultimate, on the other hand,
have chrome-accented grilles,
the latter of which is finished
in a darker shade instead of a bright one.
In terms of work-ready features,
Sierra can be equipped with the CarbonPro bed
and the MultiPro tailgate.
For extra convenience,
upper trims offer the HD surround vision
and the MultiPro Power Steps.
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Tundra offers plenty of available comfort
and convenience features.
These include leather trimmed upholstery,
heated and ventilated front and rear seats
and a panoramic sunroof.
Capstone doubles down on upscale touches
with genuine wood grain trim and a two-tone black
and white interior trimmed in semi-aniline leather.
TRD models, on the other hand,
include touches like a TRD leather wrap shifter,
plus TRD Pro adds more retro touches
like the heritage Toyota badge on the dash.
Lower grades of the GMC Sierra are work trucks
that aren't as well-equipped as equivalent trims on Tundra.
As a result, comfort
and convenience features are mostly limited
to more expensive models.
With that said, upper trims are offered
with heated, ventilated and massaging front seats
and heated outboard rear seats.
Plus, the AT4, Denali
and Denali Ultimate variants feature
two-tone interior schemes
to further distinguish them
from other Sierra models.
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An eight-inch touchscreen is standard on Tundra
while a 14-inch touchscreen is optional.
Toyota's latest audio multimedia platform
includes standard wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to the apps on their iPhone,
including music subscriptions, maps, messages, and podcasts.
In addition, wireless Android Auto compatibility
makes it easy to stay connected to Android devices.
Plus, there's a standard three-month SiriusXM
Platinum Plan trial subscription that includes
over 165 channels available in cabin
and even more on the SXM mobile app,
making it easier than ever to enjoy not just ad-free music
but also sports, comedy and more.
Plus, the available 12-speaker JBL Premium Audio system
including subwoofer and amplifier
allows drivers to get the most out
of Toyota's latest audio multimedia system.
Other available tech features
include a standard 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display.
Upper trims, on the other hand, can be equipped
with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
and a 10-inch color head-up display.
Every Sierra includes GMC's latest multimedia system
with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
While a seven-inch touchscreen is standard,
a larger 13.4 inch touchscreen is available
on higher grades and adds wireless compatibility
for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
However, it can't match the larger optional
14-inch display on Tundra.
Select grades also offer a Bose Premium Audio system,
a 12.3-inch driver information center and a head-up display.
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All Tundra grades come standard
with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 suite
of active safety and driver assistance features.
This includes Pre-Collision System
with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert
with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams,
Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control,
Lane Tracing Assist, and Road Sign Assist.
Additionally, Tundra's available Blind Spot Monitor
with Rear Cross Traffic Alert takes things up a notch
by remaining active even with a trailer attached.
Furthermore, in CrewMax configuration,
Tundra is the only full-size truck
to receive the 2022 top Safety Pick Plus award
from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Sierra includes the GMC Pro Safety suite as standard.
This includes Forward Collision Alert,
Following Distance Indicator,
Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keeping
with Lane Departure Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking.
Additionally, select grades offer Lane Change Alert
with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking
and Rear Pedestrian Braking.
Super Cruise, the hands-free semi-autonomous driving aid,
is also available on upper trims.
Plus, Sierra crew cab variants
received the 2023 five star overall safety rating
from the NHTSA.
Tundra is powered by the i-FORCE twin-turbo V6 engine.
In the SR grade,
it generates 358 horsepower and 406 pound feet of torque.
Simply moving up
to the SR5 gives drivers increased output
to 389 horsepower and 479 pound feet of torque.
For a taste of electrified performance,
the available i-FORCE MAX hybrid makes 437 horsepower
and 583 pound feet of torque.
Best of all, it's more efficient
than the standard i-FORCE engine
at up to an EPA estimated 22 miles
per gallon combined.
For off-road excursions, available technologies
like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control
ease the task of driving on challenging trails.
Additionally, Tundra's available
driver assistance technologies also help the driver connect
to a trailer and keep the vehicle straight when reversing.
TRD Pro raises the off-road performance bar
with upgrades like the TRD Pro off-road suspension,
a 1.1-inch lift,
2.5-inch FOX coil-overs and rear remote reservoir shocks
and a TRD Pro front stabilizer bar.
Meanwhile, the available Multi-Terrain Monitor
gives the driver multiple viewing angles,
including under the truck
for an additional layer of assistance.
Finally, Tundra's maximum payload and tow ratings
of up to 1,940 and 12,000 pounds respectively
allow it to easily handle tough jobs.
Sierra is available with four engine options.
The 5.3 liter V8 makes 355 horsepower
and 383 pound feet of torque.
An optional 6.2 liter V8 generates 420 horsepower
and 460 pound feet.
Although Sierra doesn't offer a hybrid powertrain,
it does have an available turbocharged 2.7 liter,
four-cylinder engine with 310 horsepower and 430 pound feet.
There's also an optional turbocharged diesel engine
with 305 horsepower and 495 pound feet.
This powertrain is the most efficient of the four
at up to an EPA estimated 26 miles per gallon combined.
Similar to Tundra TRD Pro,
Sierra AT4 includes an off-road tune suspension
with a two-inch lift,
Rancho monotube shocks, a two-speed transfer case,
an automatic locking differential
and underbody skid plates.
Additionally, the AT4X grade builds
on AT4 with Multimatic DSSV Spool-Valve Dampers
and a steel transfer case skid plate,
plus luxury-focused Denali grades
include continuous damper control
for improved ride quality.
Sierra 1500 is rated to tow up to 13,000 pounds.
However, to achieve that,
the truck must be a double cab equipped
with four-wheel drive,
the optional turbo diesel engine, 20-inch wheels
and the Max Trailering package.
On the other hand, Sierra's maximum payload rating
of 2,240 pounds is achievable only
on a rear drive regular cab truck with a short bed.
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Tundra drivers can rest easier thanks to Toyota's commitment
to quality, durability, and reliability.
Every new Toyota comes with ToyotaCare,
which provides two years or 25,000 miles
of scheduled maintenance and two-year unlimited mileage
of 24-hour roadside assistance.
Plus, trucks with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain
include a 10-year, 150,000-mile battery warranty
making it a seriously strong long-term option.
Sierra is covered by an industry standard basic
and powertrain warranty.
It also includes five years or 60,000 miles,
whichever comes first of roadside assistance.
However, it doesn't come with a scheduled maintenance plan
and only covers the first maintenance visit.
The 2023 Tundra is Toyota's most powerful, most capable
and most advanced pickup ever.
It's ready for work and play while offering a high level
of safety and convenience across the lineup.
This is truly a truck for a new generation.
Discover Tundra today at toyota.com.
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