2006 Toyota Tundra

The Toyota Tundra is Toyota's full-size pickup truck, sold in the US since the 2000 model year as the company's first serious entry against the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and Ram 1500. Built in the United States throughout its run — first in Princeton, Indiana, and since the second generation in San Antonio, Texas — it has evolved from a smaller-than-domestic-rivals truck into a fully competitive full-size pickup with modern turbocharged and hybrid powertrains.

The Tundra has a long-standing reputation for reliability, durability, and strong resale value, which makes used examples popular even at high mileages. It appeals to buyers who want full-size capability for towing, hauling, and off-road use but prioritize dependability over having the highest tow ratings in the class. Trim ranges have spanned work-oriented models through off-road TRD Pro versions and, in the current generation, the luxury-focused Capstone.

The 2006 model: The original Tundra replaced the T100 as Toyota's first true full-size pickup for the US, though it was somewhat smaller than domestic rivals. It offered a 3.4L V6 and Toyota's first truck application of the 4.7L i-FORCE V8, with regular cab and Access Cab bodies at launch and a four-door Double Cab added for 2004. It was built in Princeton, Indiana, and established the Tundra's reputation for refinement and reliability in the segment.