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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $41,043–$52,163 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2017 Toyota Tundra SL at 7.5/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this truck. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.0/10, while Value at 6.3/10 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 8.0/10 — 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 7.8/10 — 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 $41,043–$52,163, 13 MPG, seating 5, the Toyota Tundra SL sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The value score of 6.3/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 9 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 2017 Toyota Tundra SL 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 2017 Toyota Tundra SL ranks #186 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 64% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $41,043 starting price is about 17% above the segment's median of $35,138.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking → · Best Trucks under $50k →
Across the Tundra SL model years we've scored, the 2017 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $53,511 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.8/10 | $51,954 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $50,395 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $48,837 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.8/10 | $47,278 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.8/10 | $45,719 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.6/10 | $44,161 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $42,602 | Read review → |
| 2017 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $41,043 | |
| 2016 | 7.5/10 | $39,484 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $37,926 | Read review → |
We rate the 2017 Toyota Tundra SL's reliability 8.0/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #186 of 515 trucks in our database (better than 64% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2017 Toyota Tundra SL starts at $41,043 and ranges up to $52,163 across trims (MSRP when new). At 13 MPG, expect roughly $4,038/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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