Burly Truck: Toyota Tundra TRD Pro

We spent a week recently with the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, a powerful variant of this Japanese manufacturer’s full-size pickup truck. Following initial and subsequent test drives as early as 2022, we can unequivocally state that the TRD Pro possesses the off-road chops that most enthusiasts demand. Our latest comprehensive review is featured in Auto Trends Magazine. As for here, we will look at this top-flight model only, digging into the details that make it the animal that it is.

Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Overview

The TRD Pro is one of 10 Tundra grades offered for 2025. With a starting price of $72,510 (plus a $1,945 delivery fee), only the Capstone model costs more ($80,725). Further, this grade features a CrewMax cab, a 5.5-foot bed, and standard four-wheel drive. It is also powered by a gas-electric hybrid system. This hybrid, though, is tuned for performance.

If you are looking at other Tundra models, prices start just north of $40,000. The two base trims offer a standard double cab with an optional CrewMax cab. All other grades feature the larger cab. Toyota does not produce a regular cab Tundra. It should be noted that CrewMax models seat five adults comfortably.

Attention-Seeking Looks

Visually, the TRD Pro stands apart with its body-colored grille stamped with a bold “TOYOTA” nameplate, setting a rugged tone up front. The exclusive Mudbath paint adds a subdued yet aggressive look that plays well against the blacked-out trim and chunky all-terrain tires.

Inside, red accents break up the otherwise dark SofTex cabin, hinting at the truck’s performance focus without going over the top. TRD badging appears throughout—subtle in some places, more pronounced in others—quietly reinforcing this model’s off-road identity.

Tuned Off-Road Suspension

The off-road suspension and FOX shocks provide the TRD Pro with a notable advantage. It is equipped with a specialized suspension system that includes 2.5-inch internal-bypass FOX shocks featuring remote reservoirs and incorporates a 1.1-inch front lift.

These components effectively absorb challenging terrain, while the TRD-tuned skid plates and stabilizer bars offer robust protection underneath.

All-Terrain Tires

Next up are the aggressive all-terrain tires and BBS wheels. The TRD Pro rides on 18-inch BBS forged-aluminum wheels paired with 33-inch Falken Wildpeak A/T tires, sized at LT285/65R18. This setup delivers a strong visual presence while offering dependable grip across dirt, gravel, and loose terrain—exactly what you want when the pavement ends.

Off-Road Chops

Concerning hardware and drive modes, the TRD Pro comes equipped with a locking rear differential, Toyota’s Multi‑Terrain Select, Crawl Control, Hill Descent, and Multi‑Terrain Monitor. In short, it’s built to help you climb, crawl, and cover rugged terrain without breaking a sweat.

The 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro has a 26.2-degree approach angle, a 24.2-degree departure angle, and a 24-degree breakover angle. Ground clearance comes in at 9.4 inches.

Powerful Hybrid System

Lastly, the i‑FORCE MAX hybrid V6 is standard. With 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque, it delivers smooth, massive power right from low in the rev range—ideal for both trail climbs and heavy towing. This engine sends power to the wheels utilizing a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The TRD Pro starts quietly, but the engine kicks in early and often to ensure that there is enough power on hand. On the road, the TRD Pro rides comfortably, even with the terrain busting tires. The steering is direct, it handles wonderfully, and the breaks are firm, not squishy. You might forget that you are driving a hybrid when behind the wheel of this truck.

Parting Thoughts

In summation, the TRD Pro’s rugged suspension, all-terrain tires, pro-level off-road tech, distinctive styling, and serious hybrid power make it one of the best-equipped full-size off-road trucks you can actually buy today—inside or out.