2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Off Road Review...You Thought Wrong

2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road Review featuring our personal SR5 Crewmax Tundra. We took delivery of our 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road 3 weeks ago, and we have over 600 miles on it. See my 2021 Tundra 1794 Review here: • 2021 Toyota Tundra 179...
I have also done a full review on the 2020 Toyota Tundra SR5 TRD Off-Road Package which is nearly identical to our 2021 truck. We believe the Tundra is a great truck but just doesn't get the recognition it deserves from the mainstream car reviewing media.
Video Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:15 - Drive
08:14 - Transmission Cooler & Towing
10:34 - Drive Continued
13:10 - Interior, Features, & Space
17:23 - Conclusion
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[@MeynMotorGroup]

1794 Edition Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6C8eah3gdVphbs

[@fsb_-bf3th]

I may look into a tundra. Just for work/daily purposes. Toyotas lack of technology innovation is what attracts me to their reliability. Less parts, less tech, less to go wrong

[@sschevmale24]

To bad the rack and pinions suck among other things

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

@@sschevmale24 what are those other things? My Tundra is the best vehicle outside of my Honda Odyssey I have ever owned.

[@sschevmale24]

@@SuperSnakePlissken my brother bought one with 100k on odometer, his transmission is shift funny now, rack and pinion went bad, he fixed it and got a letter in mail saying defective . Couple of electrical problems hes having. He told me now he thinks his heater core is going out. No big deal right ? Have to take the entire dash out which sucks . Engibe is solid though

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

@@sschevmale24 Hard to believe all of that happened. I'm guessing the previous owner trashed the shit out of that truck especially when you go online under Tundra problems and none of those issues even come up in searches so that tells me it may be an isolated issue. If all that had happened to me I'd be pissed to especially if no one else was having those problems.

[@robertespinoza2740]

@@sschevmale24 better then replacing th motor every 100k miles

[@350zlover2]

I just love the old school appeal of the Tundra. My wife has a 2020 and loves it! I plan on keeping it forever!

[@350zlover2]

@Mctrician2 I am happy the drive train is dated. These Toyota V8s tend to last forever with proper maintenance. 😀

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You guys are def right about the appeal and resale value allowing owners to swap out of cars. 2020 Is a good model year worth hanging on to especially if there wont be another V8 Tundra

[@wmahmoo]

I know it's a bit of a cliche but you can't beat a V8's sound

[@MeynMotorGroup]

No clichés just a fact!

[@sschevmale24]

Uhhhhh F1 cars ????? V12 Ferrari ?????

[@sschevmale24]

@@Swindy1794 lol

[@mikerobbins2076]

Its facts!

[@MrShaft2000]

Much appreciation for doing this video, its very simple, clear, fair and relative. So many other truck reviews are too biased and focus on brands and brand history, and not the practicalities.

[@Southpaw11]

Nice video. I traded my Raptor for a Tundra TRD Pro today. Could not be happier. Reliability over everything

[@billymorgan7717]

#1 reason Toyota Reliability !!!!! #2 rear window #3 381 hp

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha yup plus some

[@slaughternut]

The rear window is fr the best idk why other company’s don’t do this in there trucks 🤦🏻🤟🏻

[@verismrip]

I'm not in the market for a truck (no need for the utility, ride height, compromise to the handling/driving) but you made a lot of excellent points here about why this truck would make sense to purchase. Thank you for the video!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey my friend really appreciate you watching!

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

I bought a 2021 tundra and there’s never been one day. I have regretted it. It’s the best vehicle I’ve ever owned and the entry price was exactly what I was hoping for a well furbished truck for under $46,000. I have a Trd off-road, limited, and it’s all I’ll ever need.

[@portabletankmfg1]

I had a ‘12 sr5 and bought a ‘21 new. They are just great trucks. Tough and reliable as ever. Glad I got on of the “last of the V8s”. Put a 2” lift up front with slightly larger than stock Nitto Ridge Grapplers and a few accessories inside and out, and I love it! Going drive it till the wheels fall off.

[@timothyspangenberg3457]

Wanted a Tundra since they first came on the market. Driving a 2002 V10 F250 4X4 now that is a beast with almost 295k miles. I have a deposit on and waiting for a 2021 TRD PRO to arrrive in an estimated month but could be longer they say. I'm a Toyota fan from way back in the 80's and looking forward to putting the grin on my face with that awesome V8. Appreciate your review and understanding of the value of the Tundra and feel exactly the same.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

V10 F250 that's pretty epic haha and yea I think you will still love the new Tundra especially the TRD Pro model with the exhaust sounds beastly. Let me know when you get it my friend.

[@CamdenBoggio]

Trucks are becoming outrageously expensive these days and I feel that most truck owners don’t actually do “truck stuff” out on the road.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes the purchase price for a decently equipped truck is becoming ridiculous right now. Fortunately some trucks lease well like Chevy and most home owners probably have one just haul a few things or gardening items. There's also the safety aspect I suppose so some families just use it like a sedan

[@theAV8R]

Totally agreed, and yet I bought a new pickup anyway to replace my 20 year old one. The only reason I did is because it's an arms race in my location; if I want my kids and I to survive being hit by a 'typical' other vehicle here, a pickup or large SUV is the only thing that'll keep us safe. I bought a truck strictly for its curb weight, and having an outdoor box/storage is a nice-to-have. If I lived elsewhere I'd likely drive a Yaris or a prius.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@theAV8R totally understandable, people's driving are getting worse by the day. Our previous 2010 Tundra was in an accident when he ran a red light. He had an old Acura TL that got totaled and our Tundra just had some minor Fender repairs, air bag didn't even go off. Congrats on the new Truck!

[@Enforcer0623]

Tundra is especially fun to drive with the TRD Dual Exhaust! Just added it recently to my 2020 SR5 and oh boy! Such a great truck! 😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Very nice! Yea I love the TRD exhaust sounds so good, unfortunately I don't think my father will be installing one lol but great job on getting a 2020 enjoy the truck!

[@freeravenadventures6925]

I had the TRD exhaust installed on my 2014 Tundra this past weekend. Its awesome.

[@michaelbravo1810]

Your candor is awesome. The Tundra is great, but certainly not perfect and you acknowledge that. And there are other things the other manufacturers do well or even better. Fanboys need to NOT take a truck review as a personal attack on their very existence. GREAT REVIEW!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Really appreciate that my friend! Yea Really wish people would stop taking car reviews so personally but that will never change 😅

[@franciscocruz6726]

Best fkn tundra review out there. Brutally honest. Great video.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I appreciate that my friend, the 1794 review went into more details if you are interested

[@kwmulligan]

Great video all good points exactly why I bought my 2021 Tundra, what you mentioned

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks and congrats!

[@risrmachines]

I just bought the same truck last Saturday in cavalry blue. I agree with everything you say about the interior and drive and it gets a lot of hate by the other reviewers out there right now.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats love that color!

[@zoltanleimeiszter2401]

Good review...you pointed out a lot of stuff I never heard before

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad you found it useful my friend!

[@apolloquiban5453]

Haha love this review especially your conclusion so true!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

😂 thank you

[@srp21y]

Another great video , info was freaking awesome !!!!!

[@srp21y]

Intro I meant , great work , great truck

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Really appreciate that my friend, glad you found value with the vid!

[@srp21y]

@@MeynMotorGroup Do you ever do reviews with subscribers cars , I have a 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder that would be awesome for your review , my buddy lives in Apex , let me know ,Im thinking about getting a place up there too , right now I'm in Florida , cheers .

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So I actually dont for insurance purposes and also because of the whole pandemic thing I just don't want to make anyone feel uncomfortable so I stay away from viewer cars. But I'm humbled by the offer and yea this is a nice location for sure but Housing prices have begun to go up like crazy but I'm sure with your searches you probably already saw 😅

[@srp21y]

@@MeynMotorGroup Holy shit you are so right housing up there is out of control , average cost for a good home is around 400k to 450k unreal , but it is a highly desirable place to live for sure , housing down here is also going freaking nuts , btw what do you think of the upgraded Mark Levinson in your LC compared to other cars in its class , I think it sounds great in mine but im not a reviewer like you .

[@dracovic6345]

great video man!

[@westcoastplinkin6559]

Thinking of getting one. I had a 2008 and gave it to my dad. Still running, has 300,000 miles now. Thinking of getting a 2WD to save money. I have a 4x4 Tacoma and have never used the 4x4.

[@will0775]

Excellent video, congrats on your Father's new truck.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey thanks so much I really appreciate you stopping by my friend

[@will0775]

Defenetely, I bought A highlander 2021 myself, because of Toyota reliability.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats, highlander is such a solid choice

[@angelmartinez1472]

The most honest reviewer ive ever seen i have the tundra and its not the best but at least cost of maintenance wont be to bad and every time i want to turn it on it doesnt let me down. The v8 sound is a plus and fuel milage isnt the best but what the heck. It reminds me of a old 70s ford ranch truck just beat the heck out of it and get another one there not that expensive.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Appreciate that my friend! And definitely, it had a great old school charm when driving, Tundra is a great truck

[@theoutdoordad7395]

great sutff, but the seat discomfort issue is concerning. Is this a common complaint? Are the leather seats better for longer drives?

[@congnghe6010]

Keep up the good work!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@datapro007]

Great no b.s. review. Thanks. Are you really getting 11 to 13 mpg? I avg 20mpg with my 5.0 v8 F150, mostly highway, no towing. That seems like a big difference.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey thanks so much and yea that makes sense we almost never drive on highway. We are mostly City miles and I am an aggressive driver. But my dad gets 13 in the city. Highway tho we would probably only get 16 or 17 mpg so still worse than your F 150. You have a good motor in your F 150 and I'm assuming you have a newer full aluminum truck so almost half a ton less weight to lug around contributing to get mpgs

[@datapro007]

@@MeynMotorGroup You're right. My truck is indeed an aluminum body 2016. I look forward to watching more of your reviews.

[@Kevin-lm9ex]

My ecoboost a averaged 15. My Powerstroke 15.4 my sequoia 15.4 gen 1 I thibk fuel mileage has alot to do with how and where u drive. But my ford blew motor at 14k miles i have a 2002 tundra with 260000 miles makes me smile every day

[@ibraheemkalanzeh5936]

I really appreciate your honesty

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@brentonl1746]

Great review on these large trucks as we don't get these Down Under, I thought a Raptor was from Jurassic Park 🤣 so you can always learn some very day. As I've said previously I enjoy looking at what you guys drive and the specific you have available. Thanks, you made my Sunday with this review and tell'ya dad I like his truck. Thanks Kevin. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey always appreciate you stopping by my friend! Lol, I thought you guys got the Ford Ranger Raptor but yea always cool to see what interesting rides other regions get. Will def tell my dad you appreciate the ride!

[@brentonl1746]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes we do but not the same size truck as yours its more a Dual Cab Ute.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I know what you mean not a full size truck. I loved that Holden commodore truck thing you guys had such an epic ride

[@brentonl1746]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes the HSV Maloo (pronounced Marloo) Ute, absolute weapon.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yup that's the one what a machine

[@geryang450]

How do I know that my 2015 Toyota Tundra crewmax has built with trd off road?

[@timothybracken1728]

Typing up bibles LMAO. Kevin keeping it real , as usual.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

This one dude went crazy in the comments I couldn't believe it man was typing up full pamphlets

[@lui1367]

Do they not have a 6 1/2ft bed? I always see short beds on these bad bois. But I like to have a long bed for sometimes sleepin in it on the road for work

[@goingindieEN]

Yes. Though you can't get it with a crew max. You can get an 8ft, but you'll have to get a an access cab or below.

[@ryanbrowning8501]

I just traded in my 2017 ford raptor I bought brand new and got a used 2021 tundra platinum with 5k miles. The Reason I got rid of the Craptor with 57,000 miles on it was because the 10 speed transmission is dog shit. I have taken it to ford 6 times for repair. Got transferred from customer service person to customer service person. Also something was leaking water in it. I could never find anything wet. Ford looked at it once and gave up immediately. The smell right after a heavy rain is straight musk/mildew. I will never buy a ford again after how they treated me as a customer spending 73k on a brand new truck. I have my fingers crossed that this tundra will be as problem free as everyone says they are! Man am I glad I got rid of that Ford Raptor. It was a fun truck but the problems killed to whole vibe.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I just posted a video about reliability I wish you commented sooner because I would have loved to share your story with the people. Oh well, thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment anyway. Massive congrats on the Tundra.

[@JourneyontheTrail]

I’m dealing with transmission issues with my 2019 f150. Dealerships just say that’s the way those work. Left an 08 Tundra and looks like I’m going back.

[@ejesoriginal]

The gas-truck towing wars are getting unsafe and dumb IMO. If you need to really tow, get a 3/4 or 1 ton diesel.

[@VN-fc1jg]

Please do a Lomax tonneau review and include a water test! Would very much appreciate it.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I will consider doing one in the future!

[@sergiopereira9546]

I mean if your dad is switching trucks 10 in 10 years a Toyota product is the way to go if getting stranded cant be in the work schedule

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I just never understood how in the world of work trucks, reliability is almost never mentioned or praised unlike with every other everyday vehicle. People are more concerned with reliability on luxury cars than with trucks used for work never made sense to me 😆

[@chocolatewheelchair]

@@MeynMotorGroup I think because when you think luxury you think ease of use and “quality” but with a beater work truck I think people assume it will have problems and be broken and fixed many times in its life time vs. a luxury car which hypothetically shouldn’t be a beater in the same regard maybe perhaps a daily driver but not something that has real serious mileage and what not out of warranty because that’s just a money pit haha

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I suppose 😅 idk hurts my brain 🧠 to think about some of this stuff

[@sergiopereira9546]

@@MeynMotorGroup yeah ,some people still think that the more expensive the vehicle the better it will be overall. I also dont understand why people dont care about the dependability of the vehicle that brings food to the table .I work very close to home but i can imagine how shitty would feel working 8hours per day far away from home and your car breaks down and shorts your day even more .Im stressed just thinking about it :D

[@chocolatewheelchair]

@@MeynMotorGroup hahaha I feel that

[@elmeracobamamaril5653]

Stunning beast

[@davewolly3682]

Love the new truck !!! Did you buy off the lot or order the truck ?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend! So we bought off the lot but this dealer got a lot of Trucks in from the factory in pretty nice specs that most would want, we had to wait a month to get it tho. Due to some shortages in parts and electronic chips, getting a 2021 Tundra is surprisingly hard

[@eyeshezzy]

How many miles did your dad put on the old truck?

[@mrbced21]

Is leasing a trd pro still a option? And what’s with the shortages ?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Leasing a TRD Pro was never worth it since the money factors on the lease was always too high, if you want a TRD Pro best to finance at MSRP but don't be surprised If dealers do charge slightly over sticker. Getting even $500 off msrp right now would be a blessing. Chip shortage is effecting everything but I'm sure this is all some BS to raise the prices on all consumer goods. In the next few years expect to see a lot of nonsense and shortages

[@mrbced21]

@@MeynMotorGroup thanks for the info. The lease would be with all intent to purchase it outright once the term ends. Would ordering it from Toyota be more beneficial vs checking at dealerships/online searches?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@mrbced21 so I never tried ordering from the Toyota website might be able to do that and have the vehicle sent to your local dealership for pick up. Go on leasehackr and find the Toyota broker by the name of Jim. He brokers the best Lease deals for Toyotas that I have found so far but you will have to ship the car or go to Pennsylvania and pick up the vehicle yourself. He may have access to TRD Pros despite the shortages since he sells so many Toyotas so you could give him a Text

[@williammiller9138]

What maked you choose the TRD Off-Road over the TRD Sport?

[@freeravenadventures6925]

The Sport is set up for the Street. The TRD off Road is meant to actually take off road

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That but most importantly for us, we wanted the best ride quality possible. The TRD Sport from what I understand comes standard with 20" wheels and since it is designed to be a "sporty" truck it would be stiffer so we def wanted to the TRD Off Road which comes standard with 18s and off road suspension typically absorbs bumps better

[@dalephillips8250]

Yep I have the Lomax cover on my Tundra also.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It is a great cover for sure

[@theofficialpeterkim]

The 5.7 V8 with dual exhaust sounds awesome.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Really does!

[@balkee42]

Ive got a 21 tundra also. Just wish ida bought the cement color like yours

[@ravipeiris4388]

Thank you Kevin. From what you said in the video, believe it or not, it's actually 50% of American households don't have $400 for an emergency.

[@markh5329]

I thought they put a internal transmission cooler or someone givn me bs idk but anyways only towing snowmobiles ☮️🇨🇦

[@touleevue8414]

A lot of these people don't know about that. And yes, it does have it.

[@ohiolife_25]

Honest and funny as fuck would love to have a beer with this guy

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha appreciate that my friend

[@todd01010202]

Maybe try showing less disdain for truck owners while you are doing a truck review, it is the top selling type of vehicle by a wide margin for a number of valid reasons

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea never understood why especially with price increases of all these trucks literally makes no sense. I can never appreciate or justify a truck never. If that offends that's too bad you know?

[@teamhmongolhmongoutdoorsch638]

Toyota tundra for life best choice.... I have a 2000, 2005, 2007, 2017 and a 2021 Toyota TundraTRD Pro crewmax... Save money live better 😜

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Very nice!

[@Vox-Populi]

I haven’t found a good reason to buy another truck to replace my 2018 TRD 4x4 DC Tundra.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Nice!

[@J-Rod73]

Just bought a 2018 TRD off road Crewmax. Love it so far!! Had just 30k miles...bought it for $42k. Crazy how expensive they still are and how they maintain their value. Great video and nice truck!! 👍

[@Vox-Populi]

@@J-Rod73 congratulations! I think 2018 is the sweet spot. Safety Sense (the distance controlled cruise control is excellent for highway driving), improved headlights, and the last model year that had a factory transmission cooler. Enjoy!

[@J-Rod73]

@@Vox-Populi Thank you brother! 👍

[@bobby3944]

Two things you said "I don't even like trucks", and "Buy any of them, they are all cool, they are all great". Seems like 21 minutes could have been spent better elsewhere.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea your time in particular could have been better spent learning how to read between the lines

[@timothybracken1728]

Kevin into all the big luxuries, woooooo.aka "REAL CARS" YA KNOW WHAT I MEAN!?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

😂

[@zaker600]

Good

[@deadnorth8333]

What is the rice payload?

[@andresh16]

If you ever sell it, lmk!

[@theAV8R]

So much for proper break-in hahahaha

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Well we put like 500 miles on it already so I think it's good 😆

[@deezeeYumYum]

I'm glad there's someone else who knows about the break-in... Every salesperson I have spoken to couldn't answer my question on what the break in instructions were... They would usually reply. 'None' and then ask for the owners manual and show them. Hehe. For the Tundra, it's on page 186 in 2021 owner's manual.

[@johnroberthanna1623]

@8:53 - "300 degrees Celsius"....really?? that's only 572 degrees Fahrenheit - c'mon man.

[@rippedgli]

Let’s be honest most trucks are mall crawlers. Love my tundra

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's a fact

[@Foxxtrott1100]

They Fucked Up,,,, listen to that V8...!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Tential1]

I heard the Stat was they couldn't meet a $400 emergency in cash. America almost gives away chances to hit it rich. People just prefer to be slaves to the system while simultaneously crying about it like no other.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Holy sh!t I just looked it up again and in 2019 that study I mentioned actually got updated and it turns out nearly 70% of people in America have less than $1k saved. Yea man this to me is no joke I really hope this turns around soon. When I was in College before doing KZbin I was able to stash a decent amount flipping items on ebay. So you're def right there certainly are ways but I think it's really tough right now for families especially that have to feed more than 1 mouth, and housing prices keep going up, other cost of living items are going up it is hard and I genuinely hope this changes but problem seems to be getting worse year by year. Crazy

[@ceetwyce335]

I love Tundras, but I'll buy a Ram before I buy a shitty Raptor. Now tell that dude what I said.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Ahaha 😅 that's boss but yea I think I agree I would probably do the same. Thanks for stopping by!

[@Excalabur50]

Pissy Pissy Rant Rant Cry Cry.......................................................Just thought I'd get in on the action! 😋🤣

[@MeynMotorGroup]

haha why not I'm going to start a second channel where I start canceling people. I want to start complaining too

[@350zlover2]

People take their vehicles very seriously. The passion is similar to fans and their football teams. I find it funny how some people will say I only buy American, I'm not buying no Asian rice burning vehicle but yet will buy a Volkswagen, Mercedes ect. Lol

[@Gazziza29]

Long ranty review...I love it lol. And the stat is that 60% of Americans don't have $1,000 in their bank account. So next time you see/hear someone flossing about their truck, just realize they're probably neck deep in debt just trying to make payments on cars and on life. Sad but true.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It got bumped up to 70%! Oh my goodness I honestly didn't want to believe the original stat but apparently this gets worse by the year, crazy

[@Daniellawithabat]

lol about comments on raptor, if someone has money to buy it he/she should spend free time elsewhere, I can afford it own other cars on expensive end but no time for lengthy comments, barely any time for kids zzzz…

[@headshot9611]

You know nothing 😅