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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $33,970–$40,458 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2019 Toyota Tundra at 7.7/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this truck. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.1/10, while Value at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 8.1/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 7.8/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance scores 7.9/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.4/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $33,970–$40,458, 15 MPG, seating 5, the Toyota Tundra sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The value score of 6.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2019 Toyota Tundra is a solid, well-rounded truck that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is value — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 Toyota Tundra ranks #97 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 81% of the segment. Its 7.7/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $33,970 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $35,138.
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Smart-money pick: the 2016 Toyota Tundra scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2019's 7.7 — and starts roughly $3,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.0/10 | $41,163 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.0/10 | $41,163 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $39,965 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.9/10 | $38,766 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $37,567 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.9/10 | $36,368 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.8/10 | $35,169 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.7/10 | $33,970 | |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $32,771 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $31,572 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.5/10 | $30,373 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $29,174 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Fuel system, gasoline / Delivery / Fuel pump 04/11/2020 · 20V682000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020… |
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| Steering / Hydraulic power assist system 23/11/2021 · 21V920000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak. |
| Exterior lighting / Headlights 02/09/2021 · 21V688000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector. |
| Exterior lighting / Turn signal 15/07/2020 · 20V410000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Toyota Tundra vehicles equipped with LED headlight assemblies. Due to a wiring error, the front turn signals may not flash brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to… |
| Steering / Hydraulic power assist system 23/12/2021 · 21E103000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering… |
Showing 5 of 10 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
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