Overview & Reviews

Newly optional on Limited is a package that matches the bumpers and tailgate handle to the body color. The TRD Off-Road package is now available on Access Cabs with a V8 engine, while models equipped with a V6 receive an upgraded alternator. A note-pad holder is now optional on SR5 and Limited, while Base regular cab trucks lose their standard cassette player. Two new colors are available, filling three slots left vacant by old colors that have been discontinued.

• Silky V8, Toyota build quality, less-than-full-size maneuverability.

• Lacks wide range of choice offered by domestics, somewhat uncomfortable front seats, meager rear cab room on Access Cab, chintzy interior trimmings.

User Reviews:

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  2001 TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5 ACCESS CAB 4X2 V8 - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By FL_BODACIOUS - August 7 - 10:00 am

  PERSONALLY, MY TRUCK GETS LESS THAN 14 MILES PER GALLON AROUND TOWN WITH THE A/C ON OR OFF. WITH A 5 YEAR LEASE AT $489.19 PER MONTH, $70.24 PER MONTH FOR "NATIONWIDE INSURANCE" (WITHOUT POINTS ON LICENSE) AND $111.36 FOR 4 TANKS OF GAS TO DRIVE 750 MILES(APRIL 2002, GAS PRICES EAST CENTRAL COAST OF FL) THIS TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5 ACCESS CAB 4X2 V8 IS A VERY EXPENSIVE RIDE AT $8,049.48 PER YEAR TO LEASE, INSURE AND FUEL!!! NEXT TIME ILL BUY A USED VEHICLE, NOT BE STUCK IN A LEASE AND INVEST IN FLORIDA REAL ESTATE!!! LOL WHICH IN SAINT LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, WHERE I, LIVE, HAS APPRECIATED AT 8 PERCENT IN THE PAST YEAR I, READ!

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  THUNDRA OR THUNDER - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By bart - November 17 - 10:00 am

  THE POWER STEERING PUMP WENT OUT AT 2800 MILES, THE WATER PUMP WENT OUT AT 11000 MILES.THE TRUCK IS GREAT BUT SO FAR NOT REALIBLE.

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  Good Truck - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By kcowboy - April 13 - 2:00 am

  Bought new in 06/2001, havent had any problems at all. I got 41,500 miles on it and it runs just as good. The brakes do squeal a little when backing up but Ive heard thats do to brake dust. The gas mileage is better when I keep my foot out of it but then again, its a truck with a V8 not a compact.

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  2001 Tundra Ext Cab V8 - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By BC - March 17 - 9:53 am

  I have owned my 2001 Tundra for almost 4 years now, and I have put 50K miles on it so far. I have loved everything about this truck so far. Reliability has been excellent. I have taken the truck to the dealership once when an O2 sensor went out (fairly common problem among Tundras). The warranty fixed it for free. The gas mileage is as advertised (about 18 mpg on the highway), and the 26 gallon fuel tank gives me plenty of range. I can fit a baby seat in the back seat, but the front seat will be a tad tight. I am 64", and I have plenty of room in the front seats. The back seats are OK for short trips, but I would not want to be back there for more than an hour or so on trips.

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  Tundra Champ - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By jegaco - February 19 - 10:00 am

  As always the seems to be as good as the first one we owned. That one lasted for 340k before it died. Sorry GM, Dodge, and Ford, you still have Toyota to chase.

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  2001 Tundra - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By paychek - November 27 - 12:43 pm

  Overall Ive been very happy with the performance & quality of this truck. Not happy with the poor gas mileage but I guess it takes fuel to make power. Also it has a vibration at certain speeds (~65mph). Ive had many attempts made at fixing the issue, including alignments, wheel balancing (including lug centric), wheel check, replacement of rotors, shocks & different brands of tires. A set of Michelins seem to make the biggest difference. With all of the work done it still has a vibration from the front end at about 65mph. Add a manifold leak to issues.

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  Excellent Safety poor emergency handling - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By Alfomega - July 24 - 2:00 am

  Got hit in the drivers side by a Camry going 60mph. Camry folded; I came out unscathed and walked two miles home. Inspite of ABS, vehicle skidded on wet street on a medium grade curve at 40mph. It was near impossible to move in direction of skid due to road surface and body weight of vehicle. It also performed poorly on icy roads. Ill buy a Tundra again with limited slip differential and 4WD, as its a life-saver. But I wont be lulled into complacency by its smooth engine and quiet interior.

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  Still crazy - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By velobella - June 27 - 10:16 am

  I purchased my 01 from a used lot w/10k on it and havent looked back! Ive put nearly 145k on this baby, commuting daily. Only drawback is gas mileage, but great work truck! Ive driven many a truck but my Toyota is like driving a couch! Sure there are problems, squeaky brakes, funky dash noises in cold weather, tinny pinging sound with engine start up in cold weather, but the ride is divine and reliability is tops. I will put another 100k on this puppy. The only thing that hasnt held up is the leather interior, but everything else is tops. Ive replaced timing belt at 150k (and it still looked good, but water pump was slightly leaking). Keep up the maintenance, you wont go wrong!

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  Great truck - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By r smith - October 7 - 12:30 pm

  Bought this truck new and have been very pleased. No major mechanical issues, but a few items to note, front brakes are undersized for the size of the truck and have to be replaced more often than normal. Paint job dulled in 06 and o2 sensors keep going out. Truck does great off road, I put a leveling kit on the front and an all around 3" body lift, looks great. Overall a great investment, Ive been driving the truck daily and it is very dependable.

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  I thought Toyota was the best - 2001 Toyota Tundra
  By Disenchanted - August 9 - 10:30 pm

  Paint peeled around both front fender wheel well guards. A leaf spring broke and I dont go off-roading or carry any heavy loads. Loud ticking noise heard inside engine when engine is cold. Noise subsides slightly after engine warms up. Sounds like a collapsed lifter or wrist pin issue. In winter, I can’t turn the heater knob to the defrost position until the cab warms up. Is this quality?