Toyota Tundra Trucks – The Best Ones to Buy Used

Ever wondered what it would be like to own a used Toyota Tundra? You might be contemplating whether it is more efficient to purchase an older model than going straight for a new one. To make the decision easier, we want to cover the top used Toyota Tundra trucks to buy based on trim level and configuration, towing capacity, interior, cab configurations like the CrewMax, and ones based on a specific or tight budget. No matter the case, we've done the research and provided you with all the necessary information to make the best purchase decision possible.

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Best Toyota Tundra Trucks to Buy Used

Here are our top 5 choices for the best used Toyota Tundra Trucks to buy.

1. 2010 Toyota Tundra

If you're a fan of the second-generation Toyota Tundra, the 2010 model year is among the best of the breed, with a 5 out of 5 consumer satisfaction score and "CR Recommended" tag due to its excellent reliability.

2. 2019 Toyota Tundra

Next up is the 2019 Toyota Tundra for having impressive reliability and performance due to its robust V8 engine, excellent towing capacity, and notable safety ratings. It received a 5 out of 5 reliability and 4 out of 5 owner satisfaction scores.

3. 2018 Toyota Tundra

The 2018 Tundra comes next due to its 5 out of 5 reliability rating from Consumer Reports and enhanced technology specs.

4. 2013 Toyota Tundra

Next up, the 2013 Toyota Tundra is among one of the best used models according to consumer reports, earning a 4 out of 5 reliability rating.

5. 2016 Toyota Tundra

Finally, the 2016 Toyota Tundra is a winner for a lot of consumers due to its affordability and collection of more modern technology in comparison to other years.

Best Used Toyota Tundra Trims & Configurations

1. 2020 Toyota Tundra SR5 - Based on consumer reports, the 2020 Toyota Tundra SR5 is first in the lineup for its engine/transmission, reliability and safety, exterior styling, driving dynamics, and interior.

2. 2020 Toyota Tundra Platinum - Second in the lineup is the 2020 Toyota Tundra Platinum for earning a 91 out of 100 J.D. Power predicted reliability score due to its unparalleled luxury features, ambient interior lighting, leather upholstery, and premium interior features.

3. 2021 Toyota Tundra Platinum - Next up, the 2021 Toyota Tundra is a popular used model for its rugged reliability, quilted leather, and high-end technology.

4. 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 - Next, the 2018 SR5 trim has been recognized for its modern interior, featuring a 7" touchscreen, a navigation and traffic information app, and HD/Satellite radio.

5. 2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro - Finally, the 2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro provides nothing short of an adventurous driving experience. With it built for the most extreme terrain, it comes with a hardcore 4-wheel drive system, automatic limited-slip differential, Bilstein high-performance shocks, a TRD dual exhaust system, 18" TRD wheels, and a TRD skid plate.

Best Used Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Trucks

The 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro has a special exterior style that captures the attention of potential buyers, along with its infotainment system, engine, and safety features.

Next, the 2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro provides nothing short of an adventurous driving experience. With it built for the most extreme terrain, it comes with a hardcore 4-wheel drive system, automatic limited-slip differential, Bilstein high-performance shocks, a TRD dual exhaust system, 18" TRD wheels, and a TRD skid plate.

According to Edmunds, the 2011 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro comes packed with a strong V8 powertrain, capable 6-speed automatic, large extended cab, and comfort no matter how far you go.

Next up, the 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro knocked it out of the park for achieving speeds that would break a lesser full-sized pickup in a matter of yards.

Finally, the 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro is on our list due to what's under the hood-a 5.7L iFORCE V8 engine that is powerful, generating 381 horsepower and 401 lb.-ft. of torque.

Best Used Toyota Tundra Platinum Trucks

First up in the lineup is the 2020 Toyota Tundra Platinum for earning a 91 out of 100 J.D. Power predicted reliability score due to its unparalleled luxury features, ambient interior lighting, leather upholstery, and premium interior features.

Next up, the 2021 Toyota Tundra Platinum is a popular used model with an unmatched reliability score, quilted-leather seating that invites a new level of comfort, and high-end technology that will make you feel connected to your Tundra in a new exciting way.

Next up, the 2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum defies gravity on luxury, with plush, premium leather, standard heated and cooled front seats, standard LED lighting, a silver billet grille design, chrome accents, and bold 20" wheels.

Next up, the 2019 Toyota Tundra Platinum is one model year that has won the hearts of consumers, specifically for its extremely comfortable ride, MPG rating, and the powerful V8 engine.

Finally, the 2015 Toyota Tundra Platinum is among the most desirable due to its strong V8 powertrains, large double cab with traditional rear doors, its colossal CrewMax cab, and unique off-roading performance.

Best Used Toyota Tundra Limited Trucks

You've read it here, the 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited is among one of the most popular used trucks to buy today due to having premium interior features-not to forget its 5 out of 5 reliability score-including leather upholstery, automatic dual-zone climate control, additional speakers for its audio system, automatic headlights, and more.

Next up, the 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited comes in a close second with its standard 381-horsepower 5.7L V8 engine, providing a powerful towing capacity with its standard Tow Package.

Next up, the 2015 Toyota Tundra Limited offers a wide range of interior and exterior features, including 20" alloy wheels, heated mirrors, an upscale "silver billet" grille, a bed rail system, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated power front bucket seats, leather upholstery, and more.

As the starting grade for Toyota's luxury, the 2020 Toyota Tundra Limited stands out for offering convenience with navigation, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and a vertical, power-adjusting rear window.

Finally, the 2011 Toyota Tundra Limited is among the best for including a standard 5.7L V8 engine that produces 381 horsepower and 401 lb.-ft. of torque, as well as a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Best Used 4x4 Toyota Tundra Trucks

First up, the 2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro provides nothing short of an adventurous driving experience. With it built for the most extreme terrain, it comes with a hardcore 4-wheel drive system that doesn't disappoint.

Next up, the 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro offers a formidable 4x4 package that doesn't compromise on its core drivability from the earlier 2014 model year.

Next up, the 2019 Toyota Tundra Platinum 4x4 is one of the most popular model years for its powertrain offerings, either a 4.6L engine that produces 310 horsepower and 327 lb.-ft. of torque or a 5.7L engine that produces 381 horsepower and 401 lb.-ft. of torque.

Next, the 2011 Toyota Tundra 4x4 earns an estimated 13/17/14 with 4x4, offering a maximum towing capacity of 10,400 lbs.

Finally, the 2022 Toyota Tundra 4x4 earns an estimated 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway on the entry-level trim, making it more efficient than its earlier model years.

Used Toyota Tundra Trucks with CrewMax Cabs

According to J.D. Power, the 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro CrewMax is equipped with everything you'll need, from all-weather floor liners, door sill protectors, tube-style steps, a spray-on bedliner, and a black tailgate badge.

Next up, the 2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum CrewMax defies gravity on luxury with a CrewMax cabin that is labeled as the gold standard of the luxury model.

Next up, the 2019 Toyota Tundra Platinum CrewMax is among one of the most popular due to offering a lot of spacious legroom and elbowroom within the cabin.

Next up, the 2015 Toyota Tundra CrewMax made the cut for offering seating up to 6 passengers with the CrewMax cabin, offering spacious legroom and headroom.

Finally, the 2020 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax offers an amazing amount of cargo capacity including a flat load surface underneath the seats, wide enough to accommodate extremely large flat-screen televisions.

Used Toyota Tundra Trucks with the Best Towing Capacity

If you're looking for a Toyota Tundra that has gone down in history for its towing capacity, the 2014 Toyota Tundra makes the list for having exceptional towing capacity boasting between 4,000 to 10,500 lbs.

Next up, the 2019 Toyota Tundra has an excellent towing capacity, ranging from 6,400 to 10,200 lbs., depending on trim level and equipment.

Next up, the 2021 Toyota Tundra boasts a heavy-duty towing capacity of 10,200 lbs. in conjunction with its robust 381-hp V8 engine.

Next up, the 2018 Toyota Tundra comes with its standard Tow Hitch Receiver and Tow Package, a 5.7L V8 engine, and offers a maximum certified towing capacity of up to 10,200 lbs.

Lastly, the 2015 Toyota Tundra delivers an impressive 10,500 lbs. towing capacity due to its cargo-loading versatility from its 8.1-foot bed.

Used Toyota Tundra Trucks with the Best Interior

The 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 trim has been recognized for its modern interior, featuring a 7" touchscreen, a navigation and traffic information app, and HD/Satellite radio.

Next up is the 2020 Toyota Tundra Platinum for its unparalleled luxury features, ambient interior lighting, leather upholstery, and premium interior featuring heated and ventilated rear seats, a power-adjustable and heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, and rear door sunshades.

Next up, the 2015 Toyota Tundra Limited offers a wide range of interior features including leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, navigational systems, a smartphone app suite that integrated into the Entune touchscreen, front and rear parking sensors, one-touch power windows, and a glass-breakage sensor.

The luxurious 2020 Toyota Tundra Limited stands out for offering convenient navigation, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a vertical, power-adjusting rear window.

Finally, the 2021 Toyota Tundra is among the best for having an extremely functional interior that delivers a comfortable, quiet ride.

Should You Buy Used Toyota Tundra Trucks Under $5,000? $10,000? $15,000?

When you start looking at the older model years, those Toyota Tundra trucks could have racked up a large mileage that will not last as long as a newer model. Lots of consumers hop onto Google to search for the best used trucks under $5,000 or $10,000 or $15,000. Generally, you can find a decently reliable and dependable used Toyota Tundra truck that is under the $10,000 or $15,000 price tag and still have it be in good shape. However, finding a used truck under $5,000 may be a bit of a stretch, unless you are okay with an extremely high mileage and possible interior or exterior issues. Normally, it is best to steer away from cheap used trucks, as they are more likely to not operate up to par, or you may run into potentially shady sellers or third-party websites. Rather than taking the risk because of the attractive price tag, it's best to visit a reputable dealership to preview their available used inventory to make an informed decision.

Used Toyota Tundra Trucks for Sale in Santa Fe, NM

As you can see, no matter which used Toyota truck you're looking to buy, you can find them available for purchase at Octane GMC in Santa Fe, NM. Below is an inventory list of used Toyota Tundra trucks currently for sale at Octane. See one you like? Contact us to schedule a test drive!