2021 Toyota Tundra Platinum: Is The Platinum A Good Value???
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- Today I drive and review a 2021 Toyota Tundra Platinum!
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People say the interior is dated but I find it less convoluted than the new truck interiors. The only really dated parts are the backup camera and the gps, the rest seems convenient the way its placed. They also say its dated b/c of the 6 speed transmission and think a new 10 speed will help solve its gas consumption, but as we're seeing right now a lot of people who own the 10 speeds are having gears slip, hunting a lot, or the trans are locking up momentarily before finding the proper gear to be in when going from park to drive.
This. I totally agree. I don’t know when the “more gears the better” propaganda started. I remember all the Jeep’s with the 9 speed transmission that had to be replaced within the first 10k miles. More gears does not equal better all the time.
One thing that separates it from the others is it quality and dependable!
Ok for everyone in the comments. The Tundra is not for everybody! If you want a truck just to look cool and drag your nuts then maybe not for you. If you want a luxury look just still trying to look cool then not for you. But if you want a relaiable truck that gives you everything a truck needs then yes its for you. If you want a truck that will last you 15+ years and not have to pay for another vehicle, the headache of something breaking down and get your moneys worth because inevitably all trucks are expensive, then yes its for you. Grown ups with wisdom will understand this. Toyota is not trying to be flashy with the bells and whistles and mass produce some average quality vehicles. They give you quality. May have to sacrifice sometimes. But i think the tundra is still a nice looking truck.
Much more plain than the big 3 but in 15 years and 300k only this one will likely still be on the road. Ram has amazing interior and love the Cummins, but rest of the truck around it falls apart.
I like this style of review. Informative and to the point with decent camera shots. No drama or that crazy music that the presenter thinks we want to hear 5 minutes of. Thank you
Nice truck. I personally like the Tundra.
I'm ok with this version being a bit older looking. I just wish it got better fuel mileage. I don't think it is to much to ask for a 2021 model. Toyota could have put a different transmission like a 8 speed and a different rear end gear ratio to help with the fuel mileage.
4.30:1 final drive gear ratio is fine if your pulling a very heavy load but if Toyota would have offered a option of something like a 3.55:1 would have helped. I understand the reliability conversation points on the way it is now offered.
I am personally waiting for the new redesigned model of the Tundra. Hopefully Toyota will offer a special early purchase program on the new model of Tundra. With something like a special warranty to go with the new 2022 model to help with customers reliability concerns. Since it will probably be a hybrid or a V6 turbo engine configuration.
I'm very happy with my 2020 Tundra 5.7 in voodoo blue!!! I love it just the way it is that's why I got the 2020 Tundra crewmax sr5 with trd offroad fully loaded with all the options and a few accessories from Toyota. A bit expensive but well worth it and the 38 gallon gas tank is really necessary!!! Tundra for life!!! (P.S. I don't trust v6's with turbos and hybrids, give me a na v8 and I'm happy!!!!👍🙂
Wish it has the front camera and 360 view
I just bought this truck from your dealership in magnetic grey. The sale was great and appreciated the whole sales procedure. The only thing about this vehicle I have an issue with is the ride quality. Driving on asphalt is great but while driving on the concrete freeway the seams on the concrete really vibrate the truck. The seats really sold me over the top.
Good to know🧐🧐🧐
How is braking? And do you still have it?
I still have mine, good breaking, I love it!!
@@deoxysx1657 I still have my truck, and love it
The remote start take foreverrrrrrr
My Dream working truck 😍
I love my 2021 Toyota Tundra Nightshade Edition in magnetic gray metallic!
2004 tundra with 165k miles. One owner, me. Still running strong but Minnesota weather forces me to get a new 2021. My 04 will be my yard work and home improvement hauler
I owned two F-150s and 3 Chevy Silverados. The Tundra has the best in power to me. The Chevy 5.3 I owned was sluggish at initial acceleration. The Ford F-150 is the closest in comparison with the 5.0 V-8. Still don’t see what he means by under average power.
Always wished they made the 6 into 8 speed. Would have been so welcomed
Toyota has the technology for a 10 speed automatic already designed for the Lexus V8. They could have easily put that in the Tundra. It would have been a lot better on fuel economy and acceleration.
@@bradleypollack5658 1st 6 gears of lc500 gearbox have similar gear changing ratio.. Other 4 are for crusing..
I was thinking the same, but the 8 speed in the Landcruiser (which has this same engine) apparently doesn’t seem to make a whole lotta difference I guess. From the reviews I’ve seen
Not welcomed in my 2020 platinum.
Toyota is the ultimate truck.
I have the 2020 Tundra sr5 crewmax trd offroad in voodoo blue fully loaded and I love it!!! I will order a 2and one the same if new gen Tundra discontinues the v8!!!!! Please Toyota don't discontinue the 5.7 v8 and please bring back the voodoo blue!!! Thanks!!!
I came from the future. One day you are going to have 10 million subscribers
when his great great grandson is running the channel.
Memelord, can you please say my future???
@@arefinsiddique5006 Yeah bro your going to own a real estate company, and your competiton is going to be Jake from State Farm. Damnit Jake.
@@jmoneyyonkers2209 ok!! I have taken the ss of your reply and will keep it!! I'll see if your words match!
I love the Tundra and have owned a 2012 Limited and then a 2017 Platinum, I don't own either anymore, but they need to revamp the Tundra, I think it's time.
Toyota ... #1 quality motors and transmisions in V8 gasoline
Sup Ben its yours truly 15 hours later 🤣. Very dated but hella durable & reliable 💪🏼
I'm tundra shopping right now. Not waiting on the new one. Yes it's thirsty. I'd rather pay more for gas than trips to the shop. Just will be sad to see my Tacoma go.
I really wanted to buy a Tundra, however I purchased a Raptor. I don’t think the Ford will give me 300k trouble free miles so I am anxiously awaiting a refresh in the Tundra lineup. Reliability only goes so far in this ancient beast.
It's looks mad dated but still very nice. When are they gonna finally do a redesign???? I can't justify spending that much money when there are many other newer better options out there.
Agreed! Interior def looks dated!
Redesign coming in late 2021 as a 2022 model.
The only thing they really have over other brands is longevity. I am not a fan of the electronics they pack into other brands, it's just another thing you have to repair or update.
Love the tundra
He reminds me of Charlie Day.
I like that the headlights R LED but the taillights R generic halogen bulbs 🤣🤣🤣
Future and past all in one
I’d take this over any American truck tbh just for reliability
Soooooooooooo wym
Best truck on the planet
The tundra!
Got a job with Toyota so my first new truck will probably be a Toyota lol. Always been a Chevy guy so just seeing what Toyota has to offer. Thanks for the info!
The tundra interior is so old, it was around when the Model T first launch back in early 1900s
And I'm sure if that was a Toyota and not a POS Ford they would probably still be running.lol
To me, it’s perfect and a big upgrade.
@?????? All is well, 2022 Tundra looks awesome, only took them 15 years for a redesign
The best in V8 gasoline motors !
Why doesn’t Toyota provide under rear seat storage in the crew max? Why did Toyota stop the double glove box? Enjoy the V8 sound. Last year of the V8😂
I'm so glad that I bought the DC. the extra storage is wonderful. Depending on where you live, you can fit a folded rifle in there.
Just 5 log nuts?
Me and my dad have a 2019 I love it I have my with a supercharger and a little turbo my dad has his litfed with 2 turbo
Your disjointed filming style...love it
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@@BenHardyCars
Wow you’re still up...go to bed!
Wish they werent so horrible on gas
I find it very strange that Toyota and Nissan trucks get the worse mileage and always has it just doesn’t make sense to me I know they can do better than that..........
M D The cars that Toyota and Nissan make get great mileage but they sure fall behind with the large trucks.....
@@leedanielson7452 because they want perfection. Work out all the kinks before moving on to the next gen. The big 3 can compete with Toyota's reliability if they focus on getting all the kinks out instead of rushing to get the "newer" models out the door.
@@Baebon6259 I agree!👍
@@Baebon6259 i think after 14 years they would work out all kinks and move to next Gen 🤣
would like a toyota truck but tacoma is too small an the tundra a bigger gas hog than my current truck.
If you run numbers on, depreciation, real world driving, and things of that nature you will see that the tundra is not bad at all you're not actually losing any money in the long run. Do your own numbers and do your own homework
@@gibluap true. my truck will have a good resale value as well tho so im ok with it
The key remote does not make sense is still look like the camry remote
Would love if Toyota could step they’re game! Comparing to other trucks in the competition line, other manufactures offer heck of a lot more options for the same price as the Toyota but ofcourse we all know the reliability of a Toyota, if only they would resign the 2020 Tundra!
Everyone should wait for 2021 tundra redesign!
Not sure how I feel about a turbo v6. We know this v8 with the 6 speed is bullet proof. Gas mileage sucks but I expect that put off a truck anyway.
He said 55 gran but this truck has a dealership mark up more like 65 gran
I’ll take reliability and durability over a fancy interior or pointless party tricks any day. That Tundra will still be going strong long after the so called “nicer” trucks are scrap metal. 🤷🏼♂️
Awesome pickup for 2013!!
I get it looks about the same. But I really don't see what else I need. Keyless entry, push button start, remote start, android auto, Apple car play, backup camera, heated seats. I mean what else am I missing here? OMG is doesn't have a 12" screen. Boo hoo. At least you have something to watch while your Ford or Ram are broke down. That is if the interior isn't falling apart first😂🤣
So the spray-in bed liner comes standard with all 2021 Platinum Tundras?
Hey Ben, you always ask awesome questions in the description, but never give your opinion on the answer. I for one want your opinion. Just a suggestion.
nice "legs" room
Lol
Why fuel comes out through the exhaust when you start the car?
It’s water
@@BenHardyCars why does it come out??
@@arefinsiddique5006 condensation in the pipes, causes water drop out from the exhaust stream. Once the exhaust pipes get hot enough, there is no more water coming out and instead it's just warm/hot exhaust gas.
seriously? lmao. water coming out of exhaust is a very good thing.
Its water
toyota has no excuse for not updating the truck other than people keep buying it.
Toyota is lazy.....😴😴😴😴
Good truck but sucking gas like elephant that why I'm not buying it
I am thinking ram or ford or tundra / Trd pro Tacoma
Dog that’s a no brainer! RAM all the way baby!!!😝👍
Get a ford
@@leedanielson7452 idk man I got a 19 ram and I am starting to see a few small electrical problems
@@brodytaylor8749 Man I just got a 2021 Ram Bighorn, traded in my 2019 Ram and let me tell ya the 2019 was perfect! A couple recalls but no issues. I probably am biased though as this 21 is my 7th new Ram... Now I trade every 2 1/2 years but every Ram I’ve had was trouble free..Obviously if I had issues I would of tried Ford, Chevy etc...
@@leedanielson7452 oh okay
We are about to trade our ram in for a tundra Bc j want something that can last and I don’t trade every year I wanna get something and drive it till it breaks
And I feel I can’t with the ram But now I do love it tho
Overpriced for a 14 year old truck with a 7 year old refresh.
But it might last longer than your favourite car which you may buy at least 6 gen of refresh version.. Lol
@@KingKong-xp6so actually my 07’ Tundra had 170,000 miles on it and I sold it last month 9/2020 for 9.5k I waited almost 9 years for something new from the Tundra- bought a 2020 RAM Limited. I’m happy.
@@panther1135 170000 miles! Truly a benchmark! I doubt any American or German brand can get to the mark unless Porsche can somewhat compete..
@@panther1135 pfft my 2009 honda civic already at 208,000 miles about same miles as my tacoma and my 2013 freightliner cascadia at 1 million miles i'll see if my 2021 tundra 4x4 will get up there too. I'm waiting for inline 6 diesel tundra not the mess up duramax
@@panther1135 love the way the new Rams look. But no way I trust a Dodge like I do a Toyota
If I liked Toyota’s I might like this truck...🤔
@@gibluap Chill dog.....
@@gibluap Sorry cat.....
So its a 2020....toyota could of done something different
Hey bro do you play video games
Not often sadly
The most eye catching thing in the cab is the quilted leather in the glove box.
Not in a good way.
It's all I looked at in my test drive. I couldn't take my eyes off it. And it just bugs.
Like the massive amount of 1994 chrome on the 1794 grill. Can't get over it.
The Pro doesn't have cooled seats. Annoying!!!
I won't buy anything but a Toyota but these three little annoying things kept me in my Lexus Lx470 for the last 3 years.
My 2021 Lariat is miles ahead of this Tundra.
Mine has been at the dealer with 33k miles while they try to work out transmission problems. Been there going on 8 weeks while I continue to make payments! Same truck had engine replaced at 9000 miles fir excessive oil consumption. And it left me stranded on the road 1 other time where it shut down due to electrical issue. Never want a ford again. Trying to go tundra but hard to find what I want right now!
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To be honest the interior very boring & too many cheap plastics(( does not compare with the Ram 1500 interior & exterior sorry fans of Toyota but it’s true))
I like Tacoma more than Tundra!!
This guy talks too fast.
Wayyyyy overpriced for a 12 year old truck.
Yea
This truck so boring im not gonna finish watching this video.
Toyota needs a major update
Plastic junk ,most expensive to own and the worst payload towing and tech..Ben it's a piece of shit and sales will confirm that.. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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This piece of junk will go to one million miles with proper maintenance!!! 😂
Nice truck .
So boring , same look for the past 15 years . Upgrade Toyota
Somebody must not know what makes Toyota great
@@londonwatson7342 they great , Dependable trucks. To me with todays truck prices going up, I expect more for my money.
Its 2021, wheres the future vehicle of tomorrow.
Toyota is way behind. Cant even get 24mph on the V8
Wish it has the front camera and 360 view