In recent years, the large pickup truck market in Vietnam has witnessed a strong resurgence, with the presence of prominent names such as the Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra. While the Ford F-150 is known for its impressive import volume and diverse versions like Platinum and Limited, the Toyota Tundra is more modest, mainly coming from the 1794 Edition and TRD Pro lines. However, the appearance of the Toyota Tundra, especially the 2018 version, still creates a special attraction in the Vietnamese pickup truck enthusiast community.
Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2018 driving on Vietnam streets
The Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition carries an interesting historical story. The name of this version originates from the year the oldest cattle ranch in Texas was founded, in 1794 by Juan Ignacio de Casanova. This ranch land was later chosen by Toyota to build a factory in Texas. The 1794 Edition was born as a deep tribute to the land and history where the Tundra factory was founded, in San Antonio, Texas.
Born at the end of the 20th century, the Tundra quickly established itself as Toyota’s most premium large-size pickup truck line. This is also the Japanese brand’s pioneering model in the competition with formidable opponents from the US in the vibrant pickup truck market. By the 2nd generation of the Tundra, the special Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2014 was introduced, directly competing with names like the Ford F-150 King Ranch and Dodge Ram Laramie, creating a fiercely competitive segment.
Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2018 exterior with chrome grille
Despite many years, the appearance of the Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition still retains its characteristic strong and attractive look. The 2018 version has been tweaked with some details, bringing a fresher and more modern feel. The front lighting system is upgraded with LED technology for headlights, daytime running lights, and fog lights, enhancing lighting performance and aesthetics. The 20-inch alloy wheels with a new design become more refined and impressive. The fixed side steps are also redesigned, harmonizing better with the overall car. The shiny chrome grille at the front is slightly changed with 3 main double-spokes in the middle, creating a distinctive highlight.
In terms of size, the Toyota Tundra 2018 1794 Edition has a massive appearance, even considered “oversized” when driving on Vietnamese streets. The car has an overall length of 5,814 mm, a width of 2,029 mm, and a height of 1,925 mm, affirming its imposing and majestic presence. The “Tundra 1794” logo is decorated on the A-pillar, right below the rearview mirror, as a distinctive sign of the special edition. Turn signals integrated into the rearview mirrors increase convenience and safety.
Not only impressing with its exterior, the interior of the Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2018 also offers a luxurious and classy space. Premium brown leather material is widely used, combined with suede in some positions to create highlights. The dashboard and door panels are trimmed with beautiful natural wood grain, adding to the elegant look. The 7-inch touch screen central entertainment screen, premium JBL sound system, 4-spoke leather-wrapped wood-trimmed steering wheel with many function keys, all aim for a comfortable and convenient experience for users. The “Tundra 1794” logo embossed on the headrests affirms the distinctiveness and uniqueness of this version. Power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats, with the driver’s seat also having a memory function, provide maximum convenience.
Premium leather interior of Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2018
Thanks to its superior size, the rear seat space of the Toyota Tundra 2018 is extremely spacious and comfortable for passengers. Three separate seats, the middle position integrates a flexible armrest with 2 convenient cup holders. Similar to the Ford F-150, the rear seats can be folded up to expand the cargo space when needed. The car is also equipped with a cigarette lighter-style charging port and separate air vents for the rear seats, ensuring maximum convenience for passengers.
The Toyota Tundra 2018 is significantly upgraded in terms of safety when equipped with the standard TSS-P (Toyota Safety Sense) system. This active safety package integrates many advanced features, including: Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC). Information about the operating status of TSS-P is displayed intuitively on the upgraded multi-information display screen, helping drivers easily monitor and control.
TSS-P Safety System on Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 2018
The old-generation Toyota Tundra 1794 Editions imported to Vietnam in 2017 were priced at nearly 3 billion VND. However, the official selling price of the 2018 version, especially this first car to arrive in Vietnam, has not been disclosed by the dealer in Hanoi. Nevertheless, with what the Toyota Tundra 2018 1794 Edition offers, it is still a worthy consideration for those who are passionate about powerful, luxurious, and unique large-size pickup trucks.
