The 2019 Toyota Tundra is a real model year of Toyota’s full-size pickup. It belongs to the second-generation Tundra, which was introduced for 2007 and remained on sale through 2021. The 2019 truck was a facelifted version of that long-running generation, sold only with V8 power, and it was replaced for 2022 by an all-new Tundra with twin-turbo V6 engines.
What the 2019 Tundra Was
The 2019 Tundra was the second-generation (XK50) truck, a body-on-frame full-size pickup offered in regular, Double Cab and CrewMax body styles with short, standard or long beds, and in rear- or four-wheel drive. It had received a significant refresh for 2014, and from then until the 2022 redesign Toyota updated it only incrementally. That long production run made the 2019 Tundra the oldest design in its segment, a point CarMax and other reviewers noted.
Engines and Performance
The 2019 Tundra offered two V8 engines, both mated to a six-speed automatic transmission:
- 4.6-liter V8: 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque, available on SR and SR5 trims
- 5.7-liter V8: 381 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque, available across the range
- Autoweb – 2019 Toyota Tundra road test and review
There was no V6 and no diesel option. Car and Driver lists the 4.6-liter truck at 310 hp at 5,600 rpm and 327 lb-ft at 3,400 rpm. A rear-wheel-drive 4.6-liter example was EPA-rated at roughly 15 mpg in the city, 19 on the highway and 16 combined, while the 5.7-liter four-wheel-drive truck was rated at about 13/17/14 mpg.
Capability and Dimensions
Towing and payload were central to the Tundra’s pitch. Properly equipped, a 5.7-liter two-wheel-drive Tundra was rated to tow up to about 10,200 lb, dropping to roughly 9,900 lb with four-wheel drive; a 4.6-liter truck topped out near 6,800 lb. Payload capacity ranged from roughly 1,440 to 1,730 lb depending on configuration. The 5.7-liter models also came with an integrated trailer brake controller.
2019 Tundra at a glance
- Generation: second generation (XK50), 2007–2021
- Body styles: Regular Cab, Double Cab, CrewMax
- Drivetrain: rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
- Transmission: six-speed automatic
- Engines: 4.6-liter V8; 5.7-liter V8
- Max towing: about 10,200 lb (5.7-liter, 2WD)
- Autoweb – 2019 Toyota Tundra road test and review
Trim Levels and Pricing
The 2019 Tundra was sold in SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition and TRD Pro trims, with the TRD Sport package offered on certain configurations. Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices ran from about $31,670 for a base 4×2 SR Double Cab with the 4.6-liter V8 to roughly $50,680 at the top of the range. Those are factory list prices before destination charges and options.
Interior and Equipment
The cabin was roomy and simply laid out rather than luxurious at entry level, with the CrewMax offering the most rear-seat space in the line. Standard and available equipment on 2019 trucks included a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, automatic emergency braking and other Toyota Safety Sense driver aids, rearview camera, and, on higher trims, leather upholstery and automatic climate control. Reviewers frequently cited the truck’s smooth ride and reliability while criticizing its fuel economy relative to newer rivals.
What Buyers Can Get Today
The 2019 Tundra is available on the used market, and its appeal rests on the naturally aspirated V8 engines and a reputation for durability. Buyers who want the newest Tundra instead get the fourth-generation truck introduced for 2022, which dropped the V8s in favor of a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 and an available i-Force Max hybrid. Those shopping for a used full-size Toyota pickup should decide up front whether they want the V8 of the 2019 truck or the newer turbocharged design.
Related Toyota Models
Other trucks and SUVs covered on this site include the 2019 Toyota FJ Cruiser Rumor and Engine Specs and the 2019 Toyota Vellfire Review.
How It Compared With Rival Trucks
By 2019 the Tundra’s rivals had moved to more powerful and more efficient engines. A 5.7-liter Ram 1500 with an eight-speed automatic made 395 hp and 410 lb-ft and averaged 17 mpg combined, while a 5.0-liter F-150 with a 10-speed automatic made 395 hp and 400 lb-ft at 18 mpg combined, according to an Autoweb road test. The Tundra’s 5.7-liter V8 made 381 hp and 401 lb-ft and returned about 14–15 mpg combined depending on drivetrain, so it trailed the newer trucks on both power and economy. Its counter-arguments were durability, a smooth ride and strong resale.
Safety and Trailering Equipment
Toyota Safety Sense was standard on the 2019 Tundra and bundled forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure alert, automatic high beams and adaptive cruise control. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and parking sensors were available on higher trims, and 5.7-liter models included an integrated trailer brake controller. There was no factory trailer camera system, which some rivals offered.
Summary for Buyers
The 2019 Tundra is a second-generation truck with two V8 options, a six-speed automatic and a reputation for durability rather than efficiency. A used example suits buyers who want a simple, naturally aspirated full-size pickup and can accept fuel economy in the mid-teens. Shoppers who want more power and better economy should compare it with the 2022-and-later turbocharged Tundra or a rival from Ford, Ram or Chevrolet. It remained on sale through the 2021 model year before the all-new, V6-only truck arrived. Buyers who value simplicity should note that the 2019 truck uses no turbocharger or hybrid system, which can mean fewer long-term failure points.
