Overview & Reviews

The base engine is now a 245-hp, 4.0-liter V6 that uses either a six-speed manual or optional five-speed automatic. The optional 4.7-liter V8 now makes 282 hp and is coupled with a standard five-speed automatic transmission. Two-wheel-drive regular cabs are now available with a V8 engine, while four-wheel-drive Access Cabs can no longer be equipped with a V6. Regular cabs equipped with the V8 get a color-keyed grille and chrome front bumper, as well as vinyl flooring and a cloth bench seat. Two new alloy wheel designs are available on Access Cab and Double Cab models, and all Tundras get new headlamps and rear combination lamps. Inside, new gauges and an available navigation system with JBL audio spruce things up a bit. In addition, Double Cabs can now get a 60/40-split bench front seat for true six-passenger seating. Front side-impact airbags and full-length head curtain airbags are now available on Double Cabs.

• Smooth and refined V8, Toyota build quality and reliability, nimble off-road, most carlike of the full-size trucks.

• Lacks serious brawn for towing and hauling, narrow cabin, chintzy interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  rate the best trucks - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Denise Amendola - March 18 - 9:23 pm

  I love the style and looks of the double cab...The truck is very large on the inside..lots of room

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  Double cab and double utility - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By echodon - February 1 - 3:03 am

  After 4 months of driving in rain, snow, mud and winter mountain weather I am thrilled with this truck. Every time I drive it I can feel the quality in everything from the butter smooth, powerful V8 to the fantastic 5 speed automatic which has to be the smartest transmission I have ever used. When descending hills, a tap on the brake automatically downshifts the trans. What a great feature. The gas mileage is much better than expected, 16-18 MPG during real world road driving and a solid 15 MPG in town. The extra horsepower in the 2005 V8 is noticable and with the dual exhaust I installed, it gains another 10%. I have not found one thing yet to complain about on this truck.

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  2005 Tundra review - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Don Miller - December 14 - 4:16 pm

  This truck lives up to the toyota build quality. This is my third toyota in two years , and the first truck , any problems have been minor and fixed by dealers without question about where the vehicle was bought.

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  Love my 2005 Tundra - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Steve Dahlgren - October 4 - 12:38 am

  This car will probably never wear out! The upholstery will go first because mechanically its bulletproof and I drive like a grandpa

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  05 Tundra DC - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By jmk - August 30 - 1:50 pm

  Love the truck. I compared Chev, Ford and Nissan 1/2 ton 4 full door trucks. The Toy has the largest bed by far and plenty of room for the family. Excellent ride and great gas mileage over the 2500 HD I traded in. Stereo is very good, visibility is good and the major controls are easy to reach. Hauls a full load of gear for four in the back plus towing a boat (3000 lbs). Passengers comment on the car- like ride.

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  Gary Brinson - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Gary Brinson - August 14 - 1:03 am

  I have been a GM person for 30 years even though Ive had other brands as well during this time. I decided to try the Toyota Tundra double cab and I have not been disappointed. The quality is very good and Ive not had to take it back to the dealer for any problems yet. It is also fun to drive.

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  Better than all the rest - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By manny - July 19 - 5:06 am

  I had my heart set on the F150. However, owning an old 94 F-150 with a multitude of problems and hearing about questionable reliability through consumer reports for all GM and Ford trucks led me to Toyota. Youre not gonna get the fancy interior. What you do get, is lots of power in the 05, awesome handling, a silky smooth auto trans, and whisper quite ride through 50 mph, with the sound slowly increasing as you pass through 70-80. I avg 14.5 mpg driving around town. Im not a leadfoot. If you slam on the gas, youre gonna get 12 mpg. I can get 16.7 mpg on the highway (75 mph). and 17.8 mpg (premium gas). The cockpit is simple but very spacious and functional. Test drive IT NOW.!

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  Worth the money and the ride - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By hydrosport - July 4 - 7:30 pm

  I have owned my tundra for four years. It has been a workhorse and still rides like the day I brought her home. Mileage is 15/18 which isnt bad. No problems and engine is still silky smooth. Would buy another one. Tows my boat well and limited slip is very sure footed.

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  Tundra - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Jeff - June 23 - 5:26 am

  Bought this truck new after my 10th time at the shop to fix my 03 Dodge 2500 diesel. The Tundra is a good, reliable truck, in four years it has never been in a shop. I change the oil myself. We live 25 miles from any dealership and the Tundra never needs one. We use it to haul hay, do ranch tasks, tow a stock trailer and our camper on vacations. I try to keep loads under a ton. The Tundra is really comfortable and is great in the snow in 4X4. Spends half its miles in 4X4 on dirt roads, 99% of its time hauling or towing, usually both. Someone needs to tell the Dodge/Ford/Chevy guys a long warranty and free fixes do us mountain folks, far from dealers, NO GOOD!!!

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  Dependability! - 2005 Toyota Tundra
  By Bill - April 25 - 8:20 pm

  This is a classic Toyota. Very reliable vehicle with decent features that make it practical and economical. Cant say enough good things about the truck.