Toyota’s full-size Tundra pickup will go on sale in Australia in November 2024 following ultimate approval of the native re-engineering mission. Delivered in partnership with Walkinshaw Automotive Group, it is going to see the Japanese model compete with RAM and Chevrolet.
That is the primary time Toyota has labored with a third-party for such a mission, wherever on this planet, and is the fruits of six years of growth to make sure the right-hand drive Tundra meets exacting world high quality, sturdiness and reliability requirements.
The brand new Tundra will initially be launched in Restricted grade, with a brand new Australian top-of-the-range premium model to hitch it in Q2, 2025. Each sit on the confirmed TNGA-F platform that underpins the LandCruiser 300 Sequence.
Every can be powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 i-FORCE MAX powertrain that generates 326kW of energy and 790Nm of torque and drives by a 10-speed automated transmission. That’s mated to a part-time 4WD system with a dual-range switch case.
Braked towing capability is 4.5-tonne. In Restricted guise, the Tundra can be geared up with 20-inch alloy wheels, LED lights, leather-accented seats with energy adjustment, and heating and air flow for the driving force and entrance passenger.
You’ll additionally discover a 14-inch multimedia touchscreen with a 12-speaker JBL audio system, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone local weather management, and trailer brake controller.
The brand new premium grade is distinguished on the skin by its distinctive grille, black painted alloy wheels, black-accented tailgate, a panoramic moonroof and different beauty adjustments. Inside, that as but unnamed variant will take pickup truck luxurious to a brand new stage.
Normal gear will embrace leather-accented seats that provide a therapeutic massage perform for the entrance, and heating and air flow for the rear outboard positions, an influence adjustable steering column and heated steering wheel, and 10.9-inch head-up show.
Additional info on the brand new Tundra can be launched nearer to its precise launch. Within the meantime, the brand new hybrid-only Camry vary has additionally been unveiled in Australia, with a trendy exterior and inside redesign, and considerably upgraded multimedia and security.
Reflecting Toyota’s dedication to fuel-saving applied sciences and its multi-pathway method to decarbonisation, the brand new Camry sees the introduction of Toyota’s fifth-generation 2.5-litre hybrid electrical powertrain to its Australian line-up, for the primary time.
Lowering gas consumption to only 4.0-litres/100km from the 170kW powertrain, the brand new hybrid system drives the entrance wheels and is paired with an digital CVT. 4 drive modes are provided, together with Regular, Eco and Sport modes, together with an EV mode.
Toyota engineers have retuned each the entrance MacPherson strut and rear multi-link suspension to offer extra partaking dealing with traits, with out affecting experience consolation. The ability steering has been refined too.
Braking efficiency has additionally been improved with a newly-developed digital management brake system that employs an lively hydraulic booster to reinforce brake really feel and optimise kinetic power restoration for the regenerative braking.
The entrance and rear are outlined by the daring Hammer Head design idea, with its practical and trendy aerodynamic components, whereas in profile the character traces that converge on the rear, together with a extra tapered rear roofline, give the brand new Camry a dynamic look.
The brand new-look design continues inside the brand new Camry, with a classy cabin that includes a sculpted sprint and door trims that create a seamless circulate, which mixed with the high-quality supplies and textures, present a sublime and premium atmosphere.
Digital instrumentation displayed on both 7.0-inch or 12.3-inch screens relying on the grade, gives easy-to-read and extensively customisable choices for driving and car info.
Toyota’s latest-generation multimedia system options cloud-based satellite tv for pc navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both an 8.0-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen is offered, once more relying on the grade.
Upgraded security consists of improved highway person detection and lively cruise management parameters, and the addition of recent performance, together with blind spot monitor, rear cross visitors alert, emergency driver assist system and secure exit help.
The brand new Camry vary begins from $39,990 plus on-roads for the entry-level Ascent, which comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, dual-zone automated local weather management, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen show for the multimedia system.
The mid-range Ascent Sport is on the market from $42,990 plus on-roads, and provides high-grade LED headlamps and rear lights, LED foglamps, eight-way energy adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar assist, a wi-fi cellphone charger, and bigger multimedia touchscreen show.
Priced from $53,990, the flagship SL is differentiated by new-design 18-inch alloy wheels, automated rain-sensing wipers, rear facet and again privateness glass, and heated facet mirrors with reverse and reminiscence perform.
Inside, this variant options leather-accented upholstery, panoramic sunroof, eight-way energy adjustable entrance passenger seat, entrance seat heating and air flow, heated steering wheel with energy adjustment, and a nine-speaker JBL audio system.
A 12-month complimentary subscription to Toyota Related Providers and Toyota’s 5-year limitless kilometre guarantee present extra safety for the new Camry. 5 years of capped-price servicing can also be included.
The brand new Camry vary is on the market in eight exterior colors, together with Glacier White, Frosted White, Silver Pearl, Liquid Mercury, Eclipse Black, Jasper Pink, Valuable Bronze and Saturn Blue. Extra info is on the market out of your native dealership.
