2025 Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX CrewMax

The 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid uses a twin-turbocharged V6 that provides the power of a V8. You won’t miss having a V8 under the hood, however. While the hybrid setup does help achieve better-than-average city figures, that’s not the main goal. This powertrain is really about power — and lots of it. It has plenty of grunt to tackle most owners’ needs and also shines when it comes to resale. However, the Tundra Hybrid does have a steep starting price. If you’re looking for a more mainstream full-size Toyota pickup, the non-hybrid Tundra costs much less and can tow more weight (reviewed separately).

We’ve logged hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of full-size pickup trucks, including the 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid.

A new TRD Rally Package is available in Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition trim levels. It includes TRD graphics, Bilstein shocks, 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, Multi-Terrain Select, and Crawl Control. A new Tow Package adds an antenna and Wi-Fi Trailer camera. Massaging front seats are now standard in the 1794, Platinum, and Capstone.

The Tundra Hybrid skips the entry-level trims, aiming squarely at the luxury and off-road sectors. Direct full-size pickup competitors include the Ford F-150 Hybrid, which starts at around $60,000, and the Ram Ramcharger PHEV (plug-in hybrid), which we expect will be priced similarly. With a price range between $60,000 and $85,000, the Tundra Hybrid’s five trims fall in the same range as upscale trims from the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500.

Before buying a new Tundra Hybrid pickup, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should be paying. The Tundra Hybrid tends to have the strongest resale values of any full-size truck, another plus in its favor.

The Tundra Hybrid offers a single engine: a twin-turbocharged V6 paired with an electric motor, producing an impressive 437 horsepower. A 10-speed automatic transmission routes power to either the rear wheels or all four. Acceleration is brisk, clocking a zero-to-60-mph time in under 6 seconds. What’s more impressive, though, is how quick and effortless the power delivery feels. Not only are the transmission’s shifts smooth, but also transitions from gas to hybrid power are nearly seamless. Although Toyota mostly follows the traditional full-size-truck path with a body bolted to a boxed ladder frame, it also strays from tradition with its coil-spring rear suspension. This type of rear suspension can deliver a softer, more composed ride than traditional leaf springs, although we’ve found the Tundra isn’t quite as smooth-riding as the Ram 1500, the only other full-size truck with a similar rear suspension setup. Around town, the Tundra feels agile and quick, with precise steering that makes it easy to maneuver this full-size truck through the city.

Payload and Towing

The twin-turbo V6’s electric assist helps the Tundra Hybrid develop 583 lb-ft of torque, which is most useful when towing or hauling heavy loads. The Tundra Hybrid’s towing numbers are better than those of the Ford F-150 Hybrid, and comparable to non-hybrid trucks. Maximum payload capacity of the 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid is 1,680 pounds with a max tow rating of 11,450 pounds. That tops the Ford F-150 Hybrid’s 11,200-pound maximum towing capacity and is comparable to its 1,755-pound payload capacity.

Fuel Economy

The Tundra Hybrid’s combined fuel economy works out to 22 mpg. Adding 4-wheel drive (4WD) in the mix drops the combined rating to 20 mpg, 19 mpg for the TRD Pro. The regular Tundra delivers a combined mileage of 20 mpg. You can find more Toyota Tundra Hybrid fuel economy information on the EPA’s website.

The Tundra Hybrid’s passenger cabin is less upmarket in design or materials than some of its competitors, but it’s nevertheless well-designed and functional. With pronounced angles, toggle switch-style controls, and chunky dials, the dash has a rugged yet technical look. We find the seats adequately supportive and all the gauges, screens, and controls logically placed. A massive 14.5-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker JBL audio, heated and cooled front and rear seats, and wireless smartphone charging are available.

Offered only with a CrewMax cab, the Tundra Hybrid provides ample space for passengers, with 41.6 inches of rear-seat legroom. That rear seat space is comparable to other crew cab full-size trucks. However, storage space isn’t as generous, as the cargo bin below the rear seat cushion contains the hybrid battery. Unique to the Tundra Hybrid is a retractable rear window that, when open, creates an almost convertible-like feel inside the cabin.

We like the Toyota Tundra Hybrid’s rugged angles and imposing hexagonal grille. This truck has a tough, distinctive look, and the prerequisite wide stance and healthy ground clearance serious truck owners demand. The sheet metal has enough creases and corners to avoid being boring, and the large “TUNDRA” name stamped into the tailgate is a nice touch. The TRD Pro looks particularly menacing. Offering the Tundra Hybrid only with the CrewMax cab means one less decision for buyers.

i-Force Max engine
We were impressed that the hybrid i-Force Max engine develops more than enough power to move the big Tundra Hybrid with authority, yet it can achieve 20 mpg in city driving and up to 24 mpg on the highway.

Power running boards with Power BedStep
Providing manual and automatic settings, this available feature extends and retracts the side running boards. At the same time, the BedStep that extends from under the rear bumper also deploys and retracts.

14-inch touchscreen
Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the Tundra Hybrid’s touchscreen, which we found to be outrageously easy to see and use. The 14.5-inch color unit commands the infotainment system as well as features like the massaging front seats. It is paired with either a 9-speaker audio system or, in the top trims, a 12-speaker JBL audio system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included.

Multi-Terrain Monitor
Available in the TRD Pro and 4x4s with the TRD Off-Road Package, this off-road surround-view camera really helped us negotiate tricky terrain without a spotter.

Power Rear Window
The Tundra Hybrid’s power rear window retracts into the rear cab wall, opening the cabin to the ultimate fresh air flow.

Toyota Safety Sense
This bundle of safety and driver-aid technologies, standard in all Tundra grades, helps protect you and yours. It includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection. Adaptive cruise control, lane-departure alert with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, and high-beam assist are also part of the package.

Toyota has found a creative way to employ a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter gas engine and an electric hybrid motor that delivers 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque while attaining a respectable combined fuel economy rating of 22 mpg (20 mpg city/24 mpg highway). A 10-speed automatic delivers power to the rear wheels, or all four when opting for 4-wheel drive.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

Toyota covers the 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid with a limited bumper-to-bumper warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. It also covers the powertrain for five years or 60,000 miles. This is fairly standard for the segment. It also tosses in free scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles.

Safety Ratings

The National Highway Safety Traffic Administration (NHTSA) gave the Tundra Hybrid its highest overall 5-star rating for safety. Furthermore, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the Tundra to its elite Top Safety Pick (TSP) list.