Well, before I got the truck, I asked my mechanic what I should consider.
He said, "If you don't want to see a lot of me, get another Toyota."
I do like the power that my V8 has. You can safely pass with it, I have the overdrive on all the time, and it can get me out muddy and messy spots.
I have heard that later models have better gas mileage though.
I have a 2007 Tundra with the 5.7 liter V8. I average about 16.5 mpg around town and about 19 on the highway. I wanted the larger engine because I tow a camper. When towing my +/-4500 pound camper I get about 11 mpg. Like you and Kent I've had no mechanical problems. The larger brakes and transmission cooler are a must if you're going to tow here in the south.
Andy
Andy,
That's a nice looking truck!
I currently get around 12-13 mpg on the whole; not too good. 19 would be great!
> I have a 2007 Tundra with the 5.7 liter V8. I average about 16.5 mpg around town and about 19 on the highway. I wanted the larger engine because I tow a camper. When towing my +/-4500 pound camper I get about 11 mpg. Like you and Kent I've had no mechanical problems. The larger brakes and transmission cooler are a must if you're going to tow here in the south.
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I like my numbers from my 2005 Dodge better.
Around 15 in town, 18-23 depending on conditions on the highway and around 14 towing a 6,000+ lb. travel trailer.
Plus it is a 3/4 ton and handles the heavier trailer almost like it wasn't there.