The Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX stands out from its competitors as a truly special truck. Its powerful hybrid powertrain, advanced technology features, and impressive performance offer a unique driving experience. With both a V6 gas engine and an electric motor, it produces ample power and improves fuel economy. Not only is the i-FORCE MAX powerful and reliable, but it is also equipped with advanced technology features. The hybrid Tundra comes with Toyota's renowned Safety Sense suite that includes features like a pre-collision system, lane departure alert, and dynamic radar cruise control for a safe and secure driving experience for both drivers and passengers.

Additionally, the Tundra i-FORCE MAX's impressive 11,450-pound towing capacity and 1,600-pound payload make it handle tough tasks easily. The hybrid Tundra can haul heavy loads or conquer off-road terrain with ease. The interior is also spacious, spacious, and comfortable seating for up to five people and ample legroom that provides a comfortable driving experience for both short commutes and long journeys. Moreover, the truck offers generous cargo space in the cabin, making it easy to keep within reach, work, and personal items. The hybrid Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX is a special truck that combines power, efficiency, advanced technology, and impressive performance.

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1 Multiple Trims And Reasonable Price Tags

The prices of the different trims differ depending on their features and specifications. For instance, the base trim is the rear-wheel drive Limited CrewMax with 5.5 feet bed, which costs $54,615. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid engine isn't available on the SR and SR5 trims. The hybrid trims come with features like a touchscreen infotainment system, keyless entry, and the 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 hybrid engine.

2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Pricing

Moving up to the rear-wheel drive Platinum CrewMax 5.5 feet bed trim, the MSRP rises to $62,705 and adds more amenities like a much better upgraded audio system. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain is available on the Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, 5.5 and 6.5 feet bed trims including the TRD Pro and Capstone trims.

2 Performance Is Superior To The Gas-Only Version

The i-FORCE MAX runs on a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged gas-powered V-6 engine connected to a 48-horsepower permanent magnet synchronous motor in a parallel hybrid system. The electric motor is located between the gas engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. Combined, the hybrid engine produces 48 more horsepower and 104 more pounds-feet of torque. The engine is water-cooled.

2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Specs

The rear-wheel drive configuration has an automatic limited-slip differential while the all-wheel drive system has an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with either active traction control or a Multi-Terrain Select system. The fastest trim from ignition to 60 mph is the TRD Pro CrewMax Cab in 5.7 seconds. It also completes a quarter-mile dash in 14.5 seconds at 92 mph. Competitors like the Ford F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST are faster.

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3 The Hybrid Engine Makes It More Efficient Than The Regular i-FORCE

The i-FORCE MAX uses a hybrid engine, making it very efficient compared to the regular gasoline-only i-FORCE. The regular 2023 rear-wheel drive i-FORCE has a combined EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 20 mpg, which is five mpg better than the previous 2021 version. However, it is equal to the 2023 i-FORCE MAX's all-wheel drive configuration.

Fuel Economy Figures

The 2023 rear-wheel drive i-FORCE MAX system, with an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 22 mpg, can travel up to 708 miles of range compared to the total driving range of 570 miles of the 2021 i-FORCE rear-wheel drive. Although all the updated Tundra trims are a complete overhaul of the previous iteration, the MAX hybrid engine takes it to another level. The rear-wheel drive MAX version can travel 64 miles more than the regular rear-wheel drive i-FORCE.

4 You Can't Have This Hybrid Setup With The Base Trims

All i-FORCE MAX trims are available with the CrewMax five-passenger layout. The MAX hybrid engine is also not offered in the SR and SR5 trim levels and is available in the Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition. It is however standard on the TRD Pro and Capstone trims. These trims are the luxury trims for the Toyota Tundra.

The CrewMax seating configuration has more legroom in the rear for rear-seat passengers than the CrewCab configuration. Dual-zone automatic climate control system is standard on all MAX models. This system comes with air filtration for the driver and front passenger together with individual temperature settings. The Platinum and 1794 trims come with 10-way leather-trimmed power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats that also have four-way adjustable lumbar support. They are heated and ventilated.

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5 Excellent Tech Features Come Standard

A 14-inch touchscreen is standard on all i-FORCE MAX trims while the 12-speaker JBL premium audio system is standard on the rest and optional on the Limited trim. A nine-speaker audio system is standard on the Limited trim. The same can be said of the available wireless charging system. Each trim offers a 12.3-inch digital meter to display information, while only the Capstone trim has the 10-inch full-color heads-up display as standard.

Tech Features

• Soft-touch instrument panel
• Smart Key System with Push Button Start
• 14-inch Touchscreen Audio Multimedia

It's optional on Platinum and 1794 and unavailable on the Limited and TRD Pro trims. A backup camera, a drive mode select for three drive modes, trailer brake control, trailer sway control, a smart key system that has push button start, remote illuminated entry, and remote keyless entry with lock, unlock, and tailgate release functions are standard on all trims.

6 No Shortage Of Safety Features

The Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 comes standard on all i-FORCE MAX trims from the Limited trim to the Capstone trim. It comes with a pre-collision system that detects pedestrians and warns the driver of an impending collision, and full-speed dynamic radar cruise control. It has a lane departure alert system that warns the driver when the vehicle drifts off its lane.

Safety Features

• Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
• Star Safety System
• Blind Spot Monitor
• Child-protector rear door locks

This is if the driver is sleeping at the wheel or getting distracted. It also uses steering assist to get the vehicle back in its lane. An automatic high beam system ensures the vehicle doesn't dazzle oncoming drivers on the road. Toyota’s Star Safety System also comes standard on all trims. It includes an anti-lock brake system, smart stop technology, traction control, brake assist, vehicle stability control and electronic brake-force distribution.

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7 Intimidating Aesthetics Give It A Butch Appearance

On the exterior, the Limited trim is fitted with LED headlights and daytime running lights that feature manual leveling adjustment, while the TRD Pro trim comes with smoked-finish premium LED headlights that use automatic leveling adjustment. The remaining trims use premium LED headlights. LED fog lights come standard on all trims. The cargo bed is lit by a cab-mounted LED light. The cargo bed is made of reinforced aluminum composite with an AC power outlet and LED lights. It also has a bump switch located in the driver's side taillight to release the tailgate. The truck frame is made of high-strength boxed steel. Side mirrors that can be extended and folded are optional on all trims but unavailable on the TRD Pro. They have LED turn signals and black mirror caps integrated into them.

8 The i-FORCE MAX's Haulage Capacity Is Remarkable

An illuminated center console storage bin is big enough for a handbag while the glove box complements it. There’s also the rear under-seat storage box that has removable and adjustable partitions available on all i-FORCE MAX trims except the TRD Pro and Capstone trims. A storage panel is behind the rear seats on all trims.

Payload and Towing Capacities

All this pales in comparison to the i-FORCE MAX's payload and towing capacities. On the Limited trim, the 5.5- and 6.5-foot cargo beds can carry up to 1,665 and 1,680 pounds respectively. Both bed lengths on the Platinum and 1794 trims can carry 1,640 and 1,655 pounds respectively. These numbers fall on all-wheel drive models. All rear-wheel drive trims can tow 11,450 pounds while all-wheel drive trims can haul 11,170 pounds.

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9 More Than Capable Of Being Taken Off The Roads

The Tundra i-FORCE MAX stands out for its suspension system. There’s a package that equips the Limited and 1794 trims with heavy-duty Bilstein shocks, for a smooth and comfortable ride even on the most challenging terrain. The tires are also specially designed for off-roading, providing excellent traction and stability. It also boasts impressive ground clearance, making it easy to overcome obstacles.

The truck is capable of handling rocks, mud, and uneven terrain without a hitch. Technology also plays a crucial role in enhancing the Tundra i-FORCE MAX's off-road capabilities. The truck's advanced electronically controlled all-wheel drive system ensures optimal power distribution to each wheel, enhancing traction and control. The angle of departure and approach of the Tundra i-FORCE MAX is designed to tackle steep inclines and descents effortlessly.

10 The i-FORCE MAX Holds Its Own Against The Opposition

The Chevrolet Silverado can tow 13,300 pounds, about 2,000 pounds more than the i-FORCE MAX can tow while the Ford F-150’s 14,000 pounds capacity dwarfs them both. The F-150 hybrid is seven horsepower less than the MAX but can rocket to 60 mph in the same amount of time. The 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine is the mild-hybrid engine of the RAM 1500 and produces 42 horsepower less than the MAX does. In the 2023 rankings, the IIHS gave the Toyota Tundra a top safety pick rating alongside the Rivian R1T. The NHTSA also gave the Toyota Tundra a five-star overall safety rating. The GMC Sierra diesel truck is more fuel efficient than the i-FORCE MAXs. However, its much smaller fuel tank means it can travel far less distance than the Tundra.