Around the middle of the year, Toyota announced updates to the full-size Tundra range that included the addition of a new, off-road-biased Trailhunter trim. Now, the automaker has announced all the changes to the Tundra for the 2027 model year, including its price. While the 2026 Toyota Tundra had a base MSRP of $41,260 (plus $2,095 for destination; $43,355 total), the 2027 model starts at $42,890, and its destination fee has risen by $100. That means you’ll pay $45,085 for the entry-level Tundra, an increase of $1,630. To see whether the increase is justified, let’s look at what Toyota has done differently.
2027 Toyota Tundra Refresh Brings Improved Capability
For the new model year, the Toyota Tundra gets a redesigned front end that it says is better balanced and more sophisticated. The black border surrounding the central grille is now painted the same color as the rest of the bodywork, and the gap between the opening under each headlight and the grille surround has grown, while the dark middle element of the front bumper is now more upright, giving the front end a wider, more squared look. Changes have also taken place inside with a new steering wheel design, and all trims now get a 12.3-inch driver display and a 14-inch touchscreen as standard, replacing the 4.2-inch and 8.0-inch displays, respectively, found in base 2026 Tundras. Alongside new Arene software, the system includes 5G connectivity and a configurable home screen with shortcuts that keep relevant info on the screen at all times, but it also adds a built-in dash cam with playback possible directly on the center display, with which owners can record 20-second clips of manual and triggered events. Digital Key functionality is now offered, and all 2027 Tundras get a 5-year trial for the service.
Mechanically, the adaptive variable suspension system (now standard on the Capstone trim) has been refined for a more composed ride, and a simpler three-mode selector makes understanding the vehicle’s changing abilities clearer. In addition, this system can now be combined with air suspension, replacing the air-only configuration formerly available on some trims. This improves off-road ability, ride comfort, and towing management, the latter of which has been improved with the introduction of an integrated Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems suite (alongside standard Toyota Safety Sense 4.0). Automated trailer detection is offered alongside a trailer blind-spot monitor, trailer lane trace assist, and a trailer backup guide with dynamic on-screen steering guidelines and semi-automated steering for complex maneuvers. Towing capacity sits at up to 12,000 pounds (as with 2026 models), but the Tundra’s Trailer Garage now appears on the infotainment display, making it easier to see and use. 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 i-FORCE and i-FORCE MAX (hybrid) powertrains are unchanged, offering 389 horsepower nd 479 b-ft of torque or 437 hp and 583 lb-ft, directed to the wheels through a 10-speed automatic, but a 32.2-gallon gas tank is now standard on all trims, along with a standard tow hitch and 7/4 pin connector. Optionally, a 2.4-kW inverter provides onboard power.
2027 Toyota Tundra Gets Better Off-Road
The highlight of the refresh is the Tundra’s new Trailhunter package, which adds $5,880 to the cost of a base SR ($50,965 total, including destination). This provides Michelin LTX Trail rubber measuring 265/70R18, Old Emu suspension upgrades, recovery hooks in the front bumper, and extra underbody protection. The 4WD Tundra comes with a locking rear diff, Crawl Control (low-speed off-road cruise control), and Multi-Terrain Select. Color-selectable fog lamps, unique bronze wheels, and trim-specific interior badges complete the enhancement process. Those who want an off-roader with more sporting presence can consider the costlier TRD Pro, which starts at $77,595 including destination and gets newly designed Tundra-specific Fox QS3 shock absorbers with manual adjustability and red tow hooks. The trim also offers a new Honeycomb exterior color and the option of ISO-dynamic seats to help occupants’ backs absorb big jumps, and Toyota has increased the lumen output of the integrated light bar and fog lights (preferably only used off-road so oncoming traffic isn’t blinded). If any of these interest you, the 2027 Toyota Tundra build & price configurator is already open.
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