TRX vs Tundra MPG Shocker: You’ll Be Surprised to See Which Truck Uses More Gas Towing!

(genyhitch.com/) In this video, we pitch the Toyota Tundra against our Ram TRX to see which one actually gets worse fuel mileage while towing the same load. The result is surprising!
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[@C-M-E]

New TRX owners at the pump: "Wasn't I just here yesterday?!" Tundra owners: "First time?"

[@andygallegos2706]

I’ve got a 96 grand Cherokee and find myself at the pump up to 3 times a day haha

[@Yul-Uhlu]

Exactly...

[@doobedi]

😂

[@kpopkpop5235]

LAME

[@Yul-Uhlu]

Not if you have the 38 gallon tank in the Tundra.

[@lmfscrew]

Never owned a ram but from the look of things they will be the last putting v8s in trucks. I’ll be supporting that when the time comes.

[@hellkitty1014]

I dunno, I can't imagine a Chevy without a small-block V8 offering. They seem to be very much against turbo 6s.

[@alienation-e6h]

@@hellkitty1014 GM has already announced they will be shifting to entirely zero-emission vehicles by 2035.

[@danielfrain3521]

Nissan sticking with the v8, as long as the titan can survive

[@bradley4698]

Ford will probably keep the 5.0

[@hellkitty1014]

@@danielfrain3521 yeah, I think the Endurance will be around for a while.

[@machfive916]

As long as they offer a V-8, I will likely always option for it, as I love the sound and relatively simplicity of the engine as compared to smaller displacement motors with turbos, intercoolers and high boost pressures.

[@talisikid1618]

NA always better than turbo.

[@1997LT1Camaro]

Unfortunately the last of V8 platforms are here. You know once trucks get rid of the option they are likely gone on the other shared platforms. It really sucks for V8 sports cars if they kill them

[@Yul-Uhlu]

Why dont you factor in the fuel cost per gallon. One uses premium while the other uses regular. If miles per gallon is your interest, then include the cost per gallon/mile for the actual Mpg/cost total. It doesnt matter if truck X goes one more mile per gallon when Truck X uses a more expensive fuel per gallon.

[@kross1261]

So many love to hate on the Tundra but considering it’s age it’s still viable option especially if you’re looking at long term. I get around 17-18 mpg open road and around 12-13 pulling my boat. I feel the mpg is not as bad as most perceive especially compared to other V8’s.

[@mikefoehr235]

I have never understood the hate. The only thing that stopped my Tacoma and now Tundra...damn rodents. My dealer told me one customer had rodent damage 4X. Damage was $4000 CAD. One solution is Honda electrical tape.

[@donleamon8653]

@@mikefoehr235 - have had the same rodent problem here in rural AZ with my wife's Highlander. My '97 Lexus LX450 (80 series Land Cruiser) they don't touch. Somewhere in the early 2000's they switched to that soy-based wire insulation that critters seem to love. Of course, they eat right at the sender base, so there is never enough wire to work with to splice. Mother F'r-s! 🤣

[@mikefoehr235]

@@donleamon8653 Buy the Honda tape. It has capsaicin embedded in the vinyl. I am having my Tundra taped in early May. Had it done on my Tacoma. Another solution is to buy rubber snakes 🐍 and stick them here and there under the hood. Rodents hate 🐍.

[@tjmakings]

My 15 gmc 5.3 averages like 14 over the last 30k miles on my trip a...

[@kross1261]

@@tjmakings the new 8-10 speed transmissions really help the new Chevys. I go out to Wyoming once a year on a hunting trip with a buddy I’d average as good or better mileage with my 07 tundra than he did with his chevy with noticeably more power. With “both” engines he had. First one blew up. Now His new Chevy with an 8 speed this last time got 2 mpg better and better power delivery as well than his old 4 speed.

[@KirtH27]

Love my Tundra! When I drive it calmly it gets mileage I can live with. And I love the engine sound with the TRD pro exhaust. Yes V-8 forever! If Toyota drops the V 8 I will be keeping my 2018 a long time. I have added air bags to the back for towing and hauling.

[@coreybarr5072]

V-8’s should always be an option at the price you pay for these new trucks. Long-term ownership of a trucks with turbo engines not sure about it.

[@ripfletching]

I would love to see you do this with the raptor and also your truck you own

[@danmcintyre4786]

thats a good idea for a comparison

[@bastiononly1245]

I get 14-15 city in my gen 2 raptor with a 93 oct tune i get like 10-11

[@2003evodave]

My Raptor gets an easy 17 mpg average running 93 octane non alcohol fuel .

[@garnetsuss4881]

"and also your truck you own" What do you mean by that? What truck does he own?

[@garnetsuss4881]

@@bastiononly1245 did you mean to say that you get 10-11mpg when you have it tuned to run on 93 octane?

[@mach1motorsports828]

Let’s see the same loop in your F-150. That would be a great comparison between technology and old school power.

[@jldude84]

Numbers don't go that high lol

[@ryansheard8092]

Do a loop with the 5.0L in the F150. I agree.

[@jamesalexander958]

Well the coyote gets the best towing mpg, and from my experience it definitely wouldn't get over 13 mpg and more likely 11 or 12

[@jldude84]

@@ryansheard8092 Anyone who knows enough about the V8 trucks knows how fuel efficient they can be when you're not driving like you stole it. My 5.0 averages 22hwy(23 indicated until I corrected the computer) at 70. I towed a friend's Nissan Altima on a car dolly across Florida and averaged 17-18. A 5.0 F-150 XL 2WD would handily top the Tundra's number doing this. However, they are up at an altitude that just sucks your mpg so it would definitely be shit, but I would bet it would easily top 11mpg.

[@joeydelorenzo8051]

​@@jldude84 IIRC, Engines do better at higher altitudes since the less dense air means less fuel is required, which leans fuel mixture out, there's also less throttle friction, and the air resistance is less since the density of the air is lower. That being said, I drove a brand new 2021 5.0 XL F150 loaner and it averaged about 18~ through mid-Florida with no tow weight-- it was also a brand new, non-broken in engine-- the new V8s are absolutely more fuel efficient then the Tundra's old (but reliable) V8.

[@WW-wf8tu]

I think this was a very helpful video. Good information for a consumer trying to figure out which of these 2 trucks to buy to tow an old broken down Chevy. Thanks for your time and efforts on this Andre and TFL crew. IF I were to tow on a regular basis for only the life of the warranty, I would take the TRX. IF I needed something with a longer reliability expectancy I would take the Tundra.

[@LuisMartinez-ft9or]

Yeah! That Toyota will be towing the Ram after 100K miles. LOL. Hell. The Toyota will still be breaking in at 100K!

[@willrector9716]

Oh that chevy works fine...... and way more reliable than either trucks.... those things are bullet proof....

[@Theravadinbuto]

Tundra reliability depends on what you do with it. As forestry work trucks in the west we found little things were always breaking, although the engine kept going.

[@ewetuber186000]

Modern 1/2 ton trucks are so much more capable than their predecessors. 8000 lbs looks to be well within their happy zone. Some of the new trucks boast 12,000 pounnd towing. I will let others speak on the wisdom of doing that, but if you do I would expect to burn fuel at a much much higher rate. Good video!

[@bryane2857]

Couldn't agree with you more. guys saying my 1/2 ton can tow 13,500. i say go ahead and let me know your route so I can avoid it. The engines can do it but the truck is to light. 9k is 1/2 ton territory anything more on a regular basis 3/4 ton.

[@joshgarner805]

I towed 10000lbs with my F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost and the truck surprised me. It handled it pretty well. I only got about 7-8mpg towing it but it never felt under powered. When you tow that much trailer setup is very important along with making sure the trailer brakes work like they should. Would I do it every day? probably not but once in a while sure. You also need to know how to pull heavy trailers.

[@bryane2857]

@@joshgarner805 That is what I said. All half ton engines will tow 12,000. I'm just saying the truck is to light. You get a cross wind with a trailer and I say good luck.

[@gibluap]

Love my 2021 Toyota Tundra Nightshade Edition! I'm a V8 guy all day!

[@alienation-e6h]

Last of the greats.

[@8__D]

Is DOHC a real v8 though?

[@squidinkRC]

@@8__D what 😂😂😂

[@jessefleming9763]

Premium fuel up here in Canada where I live is $5.66 a gallon, don't complain lol

[@Pilot-Ali]

Jeez!

[@Canto831]

Thats about the same as premium in CA after currency conversion.

[@jessefleming9763]

@@Canto831 fuel prices are just nuts right now. Most things are just nuts right now actually

[@STEWDEE]

Socialism is great! Yeah! 😨

[@brentmacklem1872]

$4.69 here at Costco in Alberta in U.S. gallons for premium. All my cars require premium gulp.

[@stepheniverson1899]

Thanks Andre for the review. I think you are mistaken about not being able to get tow mirrors on the Tundra. They are available from the factory, I just got them on my 2021 Limited. The only minus is that if you have blind spot indicators it will not work on the tow mirrors. Love your tests, keep it up.

[@jldude84]

When he said you might be surprised I was thinking the Ram would get the same or better than the Tundra. I don't think anyone's surprised that it didn't....

[@kabloosh699]

Put on road tires, and tighten up the suspension it probably will end up out performing the Tundra. Hell, I wouldn't be surprised if just the change out of tires put it at or better than the Tundra.

[@grumpyengg5978]

@@kabloosh699 exactly! That TRX is turning some heavier boots, is a bit taller and wider, and is likely heavier. I’m surprised it did as good as it did ;)

[@stephenzerfas5307]

@@grumpyengg5978 and 300+ more HP. I am very surprised how close.

[@AA-eg4fp]

I actually thought the TRX will get like 6-7 mpg, so ya im really surprised.

[@jldude84]

@@AA-eg4fp Even though most every half ton truck gets 3-4mpg towing 7,500+ pounds up the Ike Gauntlet? You thought it'd only get 6? Lol

[@HeIaI]

V8 is a must

[@GpJim-in-Florida]

I am a new Tundra owner, my first ever. Just rolled over 4000 miles on my 4x4 Crewmax SR5 combined average is 17.5 mpg. I like it having built in sway control and adjustable headlights to adapt for heavy loads.

[@GpJim-in-Florida]

@James Wiens They recommend load leveling for over 5000# but when a sway starts the computer applies trailer breaks and individual truck wheel brakes to counter act the movement.

[@iggy-pg6gq]

@@GpJim-in-Florida hate to break it to you, but sway control has been trucks now for ten plus years, i recall Ford being one of the earlier manufacturers to roll that out

[@GpJim-in-Florida]

@iggy 6666 No surprise for me, just happy it’s there. It should be required for all trucks that are equipped to tow.

[@TheSnivilous]

I just rolled over 245k in my Tundra, I tow 4000lbs a few hundred miles every weekend (UTV + trailer usually) and am supercharged and make about 600hp. Still going strong and chugging away!

[@czar2321]

Tundra owners Fudging the mpg as usual.😭

[@georgiafan6618]

I’ve been driving my 6spd supercharged Tundra for 10 years. Not one recall, nothing ever broke and it starts up everyday. It rides comfortably and brakes well. It tows a 3-horse trailer easily (11mpg) and It manages 18mpg hwy (empty) with a 4.88 posi w/600hp to the flywheel. It’s tech and design is dated but so is every other 10 year old truck. Coming from an ‘02 Duramax and an F-150 (both had major failures), Toyota is reliable. I have no car payment. 😉

[@czar2321]

Why do tundra owners always fudge there mpg numbers? You ain’t getting more then it’s EPA rating.😂

[@1997LT1Camaro]

@@czar2321 I got 17 out of mine at best with all terrain tires. Maybe his supercharger changed that?

[@krogunlimitedfahrenkrog6110]

I've had a couple supercharged Toyota's, and a couple Toyota lemons.. I have been much happier in my power wagons, and TRX

[@willrector9716]

My 2020 d max gets 12 mpg towing that weight...... that's not bad for a gasser. Funny thing is that old chevy they are pulling gets better fuel economy than both those new trucks lol

[@Malc664]

3.0 Duramax?

[@willrector9716]

@@Malc664 no my 2500 6.6 liter........

[@ColeSpolaric]

The trx is like the Hummer h2. It doesn't care if you're towing or not. It's going to get the same horrible gas mileage regardless!

[@youarerightboss]

Yeah, but the aforementioned beast will easily navigate through a 3' blizzard without breaking stride. A tank among slippery slobs.

[@joatmon1857]

Show us any other truck with over 500hp that does better on mpg!

[@ColeSpolaric]

@@joatmon1857 I'm just pointing out a fact!

[@rhar1044]

The sad part is, people who are driving it normally are getting around 5 mpg, the ones getting on it are probably getting close to 3 mpg in the TRX. They should’ve added the option to get an extra gas tank for taking that thing far off the beaten path.

[@GSXRKLLR]

@@rhar1044 I've got around 1200 miles on my trx and have averaged about 8.9 mpg. Normal driving some foot in it here and there.

[@erickeith9119]

Thanks you just help me desided on the Tundra .

[@Heffelz8]

Great test video. You guys do an awesome job comparing real world applications for your vehicles. Kudos.

[@mikeatv]

great video idk anyone that buys a truck for mpg...you buy it for what your gonna do with it... and its not for going to cracker barrel on sunday afternoon at 3:30

[@garrygraham7901]

The weight distribution bar is not suitable for offroad travel where articulation of the trailer is occurring. It must also be disconnected when reversing. The forces that may be imposed from excessive articulation are enormous, and failure can be catastrophic.

[@davidj1436]

I’ll take the Tundra even without the test. Between reliability and cost it seems like a no brainer. I don’t mind occasionally having to work on a truck, but if I had to use the shop for 100% of repairs a Ram would have me with a 3rd mortgage (the second is for fuel). I won’t own another Dodge Ram product again. I don’t care about the sales hype about the new ones. I get 2 miles per gallon less on the highway towing than normal driving, with a 4.7l engine. From what I am told the Toyota with a 5.7l gets 15-16 mpg, which would be a huge improvement for me. My brother switched his business and personal trucks about 15 years ago to Toyota, will not go to any other brand. They haul granite quite well he says.

[@anthonysourdiff1835]

V-8 is the way to go in big vehicles

[@RycastFitness]

Anyone who is paying $90k for a truck is either rich or severely needs lessons in financial management. I wouldn't want a TRX - I'd sell it if you gave it to me, and then I'd buy a 1-owner 2017 Tundra for $30k, a boat, and 2-3 motorcycles.

[@justinmartin8887]

Which would be just as bad of an investment

[@RycastFitness]

@@justinmartin8887 Not really. Better to spread out the money than dump it all in one toy. I wouldn't call any of it an "investment."

[@cnetate]

Man, I cant believe you guys fill up at Loves. That place is a rip off! Love the video!

[@Edtweet]

Since it's for work, I don't think they care about the price lol

[@Malc664]

They could have a deal with them.

[@OneNationUnderGod.]

It's probably because their stations are trailer friendly.

[@Thankyou_3]

Nice format for this show, nice welcoming change. This is similar to the Truck King format. Nice job.

[@4-LOW]

George W. Bush was still president when Toyota brought that Tundra to the auto shows. It's ancient. I'm surprised there isn't an 8-track tape deck and cigarette tray in there.

[@mack86523]

True! but build it right and tou don’t need to change it 😁

[@danadams1661]

Trailer shape has a TON to do with economy... 27’ travel trailer I’ll get 25-27 l/100 km. I towed home a 68 Ford LTD (was within 10 kg of the travel trailer) got 18l/100 km

[@KH2PM]

Thanks Andre! Love your reviews!

[@WoodrowWoods2007]

Absolutely V8’s should stay in trucks forever. Much sales to the automobile manufacturer that still offers them after electrification takes over.

[@SuperWooba]

In a fully electrified era, the V8 may still be available in limited numbers, but it will definitely come at a premium.

[@sherlockbonez]

That chev was my dream truck in highschool. Ended up with a 4.8 99 2wd...in 99.

[@dudeman1455]

Bells and whistles break. Fancy gadgets don’t bring you home day after day, year after year. (Tundra has plenty of fancy gadgets actually). But because of Toyota’s commitment to durability and reliability, everything works. And it’s everything you need. And you look and sound good. Tundra is still the best looking pickup on the road.

[@StarGateSG7]

When you were talking about price of gas per litre I was LAUGHING at how you think gas prices are expensive in Colorado when up here in the Metro Vancouver area of British Columbia, Canada (i.e. 100 miles North of Seattle) our REGULAR 87 octane gas is $1.47 per litre CDN or $4.39 USD per gallon while the PREMIUM 92 Octane is a $1.70 CDN or $5.07 USD per gallon !!! I so much WISH we had your gas prices here in Vancouver! c

[@1coolvideo]

TFL needs to take a WDH class.

[@curtis1951]

After all the times TFL said the tundra is outdated and bad on gas, this is hilarious 😂

[@alexbrideau6870]

I wonder what kinda of mpgs the tundra was getting when it moved the space shuttle a few year back?

[@letterpool]

Where is the 4xe review? Few already out...would like to see yours! Dont forget 0-60.

[@doublebackagain4311]

Ya what he said! ^^^

[@timberlind4848]

Love this! Question? You guys be interested in selling that 98 silverado you guys have on the trailer?

[@TheTechCguy]

That’s because the TRX has a bigger displacement engine versus the Tundra which is smaller by 0.7 liters. It’s pretty obvious which one has better economy while towing under load.

[@ratedredneck96]

Well its pretty simple, my 02 durango has the 4.7L 286ci v8 in it and it gets like 13 to 15mpg depending on conditions and what im hauling. My buddy has the next gen up durango with the 5.9L 360ci v8 engine and it gets substantially better mpg than my 286, but its because its a bigger engine that uses more fuel yes but makes more power so it doesnt have to strain as hard to haul the weight of the truck so the engine is not struggling as hard making it more efficient. Same principle for the trx, way more hp so less strain to haul so it doesnt need to grunt to pull the trailer load so although it got a tiny bit less mpg, the benefit in immediate power on tap makes up for the 1mpg difference. Its trx all day for me, im a mopar guy and this just helps my case lol and for those griping about the price tag, my buddy has a 2019 gmc sierra 1500 limited that he bought for around 60,000 and the truck has already blown a transfer case rear main and it was the wrong seal put in from factory after we looked closer at the old busted seal. The truck has also had the A/C go dead in it already, then just out of nowhere start working again, the package wheels and tires the truck came with from factory rubbed horribly on the upper control arms and caused the tires to need replaced early and he had to add wheel spacers to stop the rubbing from the offset of the wheels being wrong from factory. The tailgate sometimes likes to fall open if you dont shut it with the power of heaven and earth combined which is fun with almost 1,000 dollars in fishing rods(not even counting my massive tackle box packed full of lures) in the back with a livewell cooler full of 25 gallons of water just waiting to demolish somebodys hood when it drops the tailgate randomly and tries to discount me of my fishing equipment on the interstate. An extra 10k for reliability is nothing when 60k gets you a truck that rubs tires from the factory package.

[@kensnyder2340]

Premium at Costco the other Day was $ 3.10. Some of the best fuel available.

[@ryanm78]

Really, Is costco gas that great? I have a Costco card but never gotten gas there. Lol

[@bearpaw7603]

No it sucks

[@ryanm78]

@@bearpaw7603- seriously? Lol

[@kensnyder2340]

@@ryanm78 We have an automotive show here on Saturday's and the list of mechanics say it is. I've never had a throttle body or injector issue using their gas. Supposedly the grocery store & Murphy stations are the lowest grade fuel they can get, more of a customer service benefit. A lot of times I can buy premium for the cost of mid - grade at Costco.

[@ryanm78]

@@kensnyder2340- oh ok great to know. I'll check it out! Thanks alot Ken! 🤙🏻

[@northerntoyota7584]

You need to watch Stephen’s video about mpg vs l/100km (or gallons/100 miles) mpg is not a linear measurement. Ie: 1 mpg difference between 10 to 11 is much different than 1 mpg between say 25 and 26 mpg. Just food for thought

[@chuckersw]

PLEASE! put that z71 on TFL Bids!

[@diamlierx]

I like the trx idea it looks cool but it would be nice if it had an option for a non super charged version

[@DanBCooper]

....said noone ever, besides you lol wtf

[@ma2la]

Love the way you guys are so scientific with everything and you dona great job. But in saying that showing the swat with and with out the weight distribution hitch was kinda misleading. No you may have already set it up prior but when installing those systems especially that style there are steps to measure and set up where the brackets and such go to give you the best performance for the combination you are using . With the older systems you used to just go up or down a "link" to adjust the distribution. The style you were using is no where as simple but the stability that systwm offers is far superior to the old chain style

[@PaulSter]

I'm also sure that Toyota will move to the smaller displacement/turbo and optional hybrid offerings. My hope is that a year or two into the new gen Tundra, they will offer an amazing turbo V8.

[@1950harleycharley]

Try $4.55 per gallon in California!!! HIghest in the nation up in Humboldt co

[@cesarurzua8234]

3.59$ here 30 miles north of downtown San Diego

[@gaffle-411]

Some of you voted for this, now your wallets will $uffer...

[@jldude84]

That's one of a thousand reasons why you don't move to California lol

[@lutomson3496]

@@jldude84 And a thousand more of us to leave California!

[@TheWarpartyofone]

@@gaffle-411 💯🎯 Ignorance is bliss in the land of fruits and nuts... I am trying to stay in CA and fight back

[@adampetten1009]

Every Canadian laughed when he said ouch 3.55 a gallon.... we can only wish to have gas that cheap. America your gas is free stop complaining.

[@youngblood23rb]

So Tundra gets basically the same mpg towing or not towing

[@highplainsdrifter9849]

So basically the Tundra is a 14 year old truck. Great comparison.

[@EverydayJ1786]

I get 17 mpg all day long in my 19' Tundra . Not driving like an old blue hair either .

[@youngblood23rb]

@@EverydayJ1786 I am afraid this gen Tundra will be the last of the analog 1/2 Tons, I do not trust these half truck half cell phone trucks the industry is force feeding us

[@EverydayJ1786]

@@youngblood23rb I agree 100%. Best chance we have at a quality built reliable truck will be the next gen 2022 tundra . Time will tell .

[@320dak]

No, it is a 6-7 mpg difference.

[@misterpimlott6330]

More tundra videos!!! Idc what it is I want more to help pass by the time for the wait of the 2022

[@06colkurtz]

Good explanation of squat. I put airbags on the rear. Stays level

[@ALMX5DP]

Gotta remember though that most modern trucks sit unloaded with about 2” of rake from the factory. Something like this I would get bags for too, but for lesser weighted trailers shouldn’t need much additional assistance to stay level.

[@krasnaludek298]

$3.55 per gallon for Premium is dirt cheap compared to here in CA & also Europe. Premium is about $4.49 here.

[@tomedwards3814]

You'll should add total fuel cost to the video segments when towing.

[@Chilicharger665]

The price of fuel changes constantly, so it is a variable that can't be compared to other tests, so that is pointless.

[@tomedwards3814]

@@Chilicharger665 Not necessarily. It gives a baseline of what expenses will be long term.

[@brentworls8509]

Especially when comparing diesel and gasoline vehicles. Diesel may get better mileage, but it often isn't cheaper per mile.

[@انس525انس]

Would you advise me to buy the xlt of road fx f150 hybrid or fuel engine only because I am afraid of hybrid problems and we hear that the hybrid if the electric battery fails, that the car cannot work until the hybrid system is repaired. I want your opinion in all sincerity. Thank you for your cooperation 1

[@canamacana9729]

It's right around what I average (combined) on my Supercharged Tundra, except without hauling anything, and only runs premium

[@codynau1506]

In the trucks defense they were towing a Chevy with the aerodynamics of a brick house.

[@krasnaludek298]

Toyota relies on old reliability stereotypes & the data doesn’t support that notion. I’ll take a Ram, Ford, or even a Chevy over the Tundra every time. The Tundra is painfully dated inside & out. My friend bought the top of line Tundra & it’s a joke - stereo & seating are below par.

[@NextAdventureYoutube]

Great video

[@Indifference2000]

7:00 why do I think that bar would not hold after bumps on the road

[@benban1863]

You did not say if you put the Tundra into Tow-Hall-Mode?

[@rickm5853]

2019 and up Tundras have no Transmission cooler even though it lists one on the window sticker. I do not recommend towing with them. They have removed the transmission cooler from being listed on the window sticker on 2021 models

[@knurlgnar24]

They have one in the radiator side tank. Not what we would consider a true cooler but legally it's not a lie.

[@rickm5853]

@@knurlgnar24 Incorrect

[@reecedrury4145]

Lol 3.55 a gallon. Super in the UK is around £1.40 a litre. So current exchange about $2 pr litre. Your gallon is smaller than a UK gallon so it works out at about $7.60 per US G. So well over double

[@tonycollins3750]

I wish it was $3.55 a gallon. That's roughly 89 cents per litre here. Our regular gas is $1.30 per litre in Canada. That's around $5.20 a gallon. You're so lucky.

[@darkdodger137]

In the US gas should not cost above $1.99/gallon. Anything beyond that is considered expensive by our standards.

[@seumasmackinlay]

Nicely done. 👍 Could you run this test with the F-150? I’d like to see the MPGs for the turbocharged drivetrain... 🙂

[@ramrider1453]

I’m sure TFL will try the Ford. But first they need to try and get it started...🤣🤣🤣

[@ghostlegit]

If ur buying a trx and worried about mpg then u shouldn't be buying a trx🥱

[@mikefoehr235]

No kidding. I would be more concerned about long term reliability.

[@ghostlegit]

@@mikefoehr235 hellcats are reliable. The issue is the transmissions what I've seen so far but that will be recalled and fixed. Dodge isn't gonna lose a big settlement

[@mikefoehr235]

@@ghostlegit Doesn't Toyota make their transmissions? I think Stellantis use AISIN.

[@ghostlegit]

@@mikefoehr235 tbh I'm not sure but there have been a few issues. But not every truck is gonna have that issue.

[@cesarurzua8234]

@@ghostlegit not just transmission but the electronics and other parts of the vehicle are horrible

[@goldentrucker7921]

If you're worried about mpg, you need to work harder. The more money you make, the less you care about mpg. If you're buying a TRX fuel mileage isn't on your priority list. I bobtailed yesterday in 1 of my 2021 Kenworth T680 day cab semi truck, an averaged 14mpg over 84 miles @ 72mph

[@Blueman1018]

If there worried that much about mpg they should forget about getting a truck

[@goldentrucker7921]

@@Blueman1018 100% my neighbor wanted a new truck but was worried about fuel mpg. He wasn't gonna be able to swing it financially. So he bought a New Honda civic commuter, and a old f150. Totaling around 29k for both. Saved himself about $30k from the new Rams he was looking at. You gotta know your finances. Even a loaded Tundra , plus weekly fuel will set you back a good Amount of Money. When buying a Full size gas guzzling truck you need to have plenty of money, or be making plenty with the truck.

[@stevest-denis4858]

why you compare v8 tundra vs supercharge v8 dodge.... why dont go with the 5.7 hemi v8 on ram instead ?

[@MaxBrandenberger]

5.7 hemi would really embarrass the Tundra because the 8-speed transmission and higher axle ratio would get even better gas mileage. Plus the hemi has more horsepower and torque than the Tundra.

[@stevest-denis4858]

@@MaxBrandenberger maybe by getting embarassed time to tie Toyota would understand to change de gas comsumption of the Tundra. Dont get me wromg i love Toyota but the Tundra need some work. Had a Corolla and a Rav4. If Toyota had a good gas V8 full efficiency i wouldnt had a Ram. Sry for poor grammar English isnt my first tongue.

[@thankyou9085]

Please those gas prices are excellent, go to CA or even Canada, prices there are well over $4 a gal for regular 85 or 87 octane, and almost $5 a gal for premium 93 octane Fortunately i am lucky and i get gas for $3.80 to $3.74 a gal for 87 octane here in CA

[@06colkurtz]

The Tundra transmission benefits from continuous product improvements. Much of the transmission is updated. I perceive you view it as “old” because it has six speeds. It’s more than adequate and very well matched to the rest of the power train and has excellent longevity

[@edshultz9760]

Yes V8s FOR EVER!!!🤠💪👍

[@browndogstt8546]

Last year I towed a 1/2 ton chevy across the country with my tundra. It averaged 11.2mpg on the trip. I average 16.2 without a trailer.

[@GianlucaDalSanto]

LOL. Less than 1 dollar per liter for premium fuel is nothing. Here in Italy is more than double. 😢

[@Mike-Capz83]

can you please do a video mpg video with the trx with no trailer please!

[@MaxBrandenberger]

This shouldn't be a surprise to anyone who has towed a trailer. The TRX has two extra gears to help the engine run more efficiently. The Toyota only has six gears so is downshifting to higher RPMs to maintain speed than the Ram. Don't forget the Tundra's 4.30 axle ratio is keeping the RPMs up. When you've got the cruise set, the Ram's blower isn't shoving tons of air in, so you don't have to shove tons of fuel in with it. What should be embarrassing to Toyota is that the Tundra's payload is LESS than the TRX drag-truck. Hell, you can get a Tacoma with as much or more payload. That's just sad. My 2013 Nissan Armada SUfriggenV has more payload than either of these trucks, and more towing capacity. Oh, and did I mention air suspension. PUHLEEZE.

[@Kliffy77]

Yes V8 in tracks should stay forever.

[@muricaman991]

Soon they will be pushing out 400 hundred horses from turbo 4cylinders

[@rau4329]

@@muricaman991 Koenigsegg already done that. With their 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-3, which makes a staggering 600 horsepower

[@StoneysWorkshop]

they’re going away quick even toyota going twin turbo v6

[@googleaccount2637]

Boost a v8 then if you get off to boosted 4 bangers. It will make your head explode.

[@DWCONSTRUCTION]

V8 should always been an option since they are more reliable due to fewer moving parts and less heat and compressing going on.

[@TheAshPriyam]

Tesla fans are like," Wait for the cybertruck, it looks ugly🐸 as hell, but it will be the 🏆💪 👑king next ".

[@cesarurzua8234]

So damm annoying, can’t wait for rivian to beat them

[@Lance.R]

Yes they should keep the 5.7 V8 in the tundra.

[@salburnkeddoo1613]

Nice info buddy

[@mattjensen5060]

They should do price per mile not gallons per mile. The cost difference in regular vs premium is a big difference definitely over thousands of miles. Plus how much more gas can you afford for the extra 40k TRX in the tundra?

[@xnaron2]

My V8 5.7 l Tundra can tow 10,200 lb. I didn't realize the newer trim models only towed 8800?

[@czar2321]

Look at the sticker inside the door. Unless you got a double cab with a long bed, it doesn’t tow the max 10,200lbs.

[@johnh4973]

Had to laugh when you said 3.55 was "painful". Just filled my wifes Nautilus last night (premium 91 octane)... $5.39... it runs like crap on regular.

[@maximosolorio]

8:00 he says 3.55 is a lot, man over here in California, 91 is like 4.79😭😭

[@JayTdub13]

I wish those damn Tundras weren’t so expensive

[@emmanuelmartinez8312]

They aren't compared to ford, ram, gmc, and chevy they are actually very reasonably priced

[@JayTdub13]

@@emmanuelmartinez8312 indeed. That’s true. Used they’re very highly priced.

[@mikefoehr235]

My 2020 TRD OFF ROAD was $51 000 CAD...seems to be a fair price.

[@matthewdievendorf9609]

All trucks are extremely expensive. The tundra you can pickup for under 40k and still get a tremendous truck. All trucks are powerful and last a long time, regardless of brand.

[@derakbell8143]

@@matthewdievendorf9609 that is actually not true.

[@andrewlivingston92]

“3.55, ouch” We’ll, it’s march 2022 now. Premium is $5.10 here and going up twice a day.

[@pramosfernandes]

Love to see you guys complain about the gas price. If your vacations will be in Europe don't rent a car 😂😂😂

[@karenwaltham9969]

Let's do the same loop instead do a tundra TRD Pro with the TRD exhaust vs toyota tundra limited with the stock exhaust to see if the TRD exhaust affects the fuel economy

[@stevendobbs7318]

Always a V-8 unless it’s an I-6 diesel

[@HoangNguyen-gy1ll]

The Tundra is not broken in yet and that is why, in about 3 years or more is when every thing counts, maintenance, gas mileage...the Tundras will be better by then.

[@madguitarist]

Andre complaining about $3.55/gal for 91 Octane as I laugh in Canadian because 87 Octane is $4.84/gal where I live.

[@dwadefan69]

Why wouldn’t you use 91 octane in the Tundra too? So you could make an apples to apples comparison

[@dirtbike250xx]

The tundra would be less efficient on high octane

[@charliet5990]

My 2018 TSS Off Road calls for Regular octane gas. I do sneak some mid-grade in it from time to time. I get 16 to 17 mpg combined usually. I can get 20 on the hiway if there aren't too many hills. But hey I live in Colorado so I get the 'hills'.

[@RP-vr8pi]

by prius if you looking for mpg or cut your expenses else where

[@boneskull4207]

Keep the V8s alive. The confidence and comfort of a powerful naturally aspirated V8 over a twin turbo assisted truck sounds better for the long term buyers.

[@kc0lif]

both got great gas mileage. where's roman he should be driving the dodge ram trx towing at same time. use 88 octane

[@leizhang2091]

Who knows if there's a way to buy tundra trd pro without paying over the msrp, I mean no marked up price.

[@keontaheri3944]

Start praying that the next gen tundra is a V8. Wouldn’t mind seeing a hybrid or diesel too but Toyota can’t let go of the V8.

[@cesarurzua8234]

Most likely a twin turbo with gdi v6

[@keontaheri3944]

@@cesarurzua8234 a V6 wouldn’t be a problem with me if there is also a V8 option. V8’s belong in trucks and companies shouldn’t take them away in my opinion.

[@Wootangtw]

Thanks buddy...