2003 toyota Tundra

2003 Toyota Tundra: When it emerged for the 2000 version year, Toyota's Tundra was the very first full-size Japanese-brand pickup truck. It was additionally the first pickup with a V-8 engine option.

A brand-new V-8 StepSide Accessibility Taxi version joins the schedule for 2003, provided in SR5 and also Restricted grades. The Tundra showcases a new, bigger grille that expands into the top bumper, brand-new round fog lamps and also newly available warmed mirrors. Anti-skid brakes are currently conventional.

The Tundra can be found in 15 configurations and also in 3 trim levels: base, SR5 as well as Minimal V8. The regular-cab models have a 98-inch freight bed, while extended-cab associate rear-hinged back entrances (called Gain access to Taxis) carry a 75-inch bed. Both a V-6 engine and also a V-8 nuclear power plant are readily available.

The Tundra pickups function as the basis for the business's Sequoia sport utility vehicle as well as are constructed at the same Indiana plant. Gain access to Taxi versions make up 90 percent of sales.


2003 Toyota Tundra


Outside

The Access Taxi has 2 rear-hinged back entrances that can not be opened up until the front doors are open. Unlike some extended-cab versions, the narrow rear doors have exterior deals with.

Both body styles ride a 128.3-inch wheelbase as well as stretch to 217.5 inches long generally. A regular-cab Ford F-150 with an 8-foot freight bed is 8 inches much longer. The Tundra's optimum haul is 1,800 extra pounds, while the F-150 has an optimum payload of 3,150 extra pounds.

A TRD (Toyota Racing Growth) Off-Road Bundle is available, and also it features progressive-rate springs, Bilstein gas shocks, a tuned suspension, all-terrain tires on 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, overfenders, fog lights as well as contoured mudguards. The TRD Sport Package includes Tokico shocks, tuned springtimes, a back stabilizer bar, a limited-slip differential and also graphite-toned 17-inch wheels.

Inside

Routine cabs as well as Gain access to Cabs might be equipped with either a set of contoured captain's chairs or a 60/40-split front bench that holds 3 occupants. Accessibility Taxicabs add a three-place 60/40-split backseat with a fold-down center armrest. Both fifty percents of the rear padding layer quickly to develop additional storage room, or belongings can be concealed in a storage area under the pillow. A new console is similar to the one in the Sequoia SUV. The sunlight visors have pullout expansions.

Leather upholstery is optional in the Minimal model. In addition to brand-new steering-wheel audio controls and also a power moving back window, Restricted trucks include a costs 3-in-1 stereo with an in-dash six-CD changer.

Under the Hood

A conventional 190-horsepower, 3.4-liter V-6 engine mates with either a four-speed-automatic or five-speed-manual transmission. The optional 240-hp, 4.7-liter, i-Force V-8 teams just with the automatic. The V-8 Tundra's Touch-Select four-wheel-drive (4WD) system can be moved in or from 4WD High on the relocation using dashboard buttons. Towing capacity is as high as 7,200 pounds.

Security

Four-wheel antilock brakes are standard. Twin front airbags consist of a passenger-side cutoff switch.

Driving Impacts

The Tundra is extra refined compared to common domestic pickups. It creates a satisfying trip without much excess bouncing or violence. Besides a little engine drone, it's likewise silent for a pick-up. The seats are comfortable in a roomy taxi, and the brand-new StepSide box adds extra style.