THE LUXURY HYBRID 1/2 TON | 2022 TOYOTA TUNDRA CAPSTONE

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The 2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone represents Toyota's most luxurious and expensive Tundra offering to date, featuring a powerful i-Force Max hybrid powertrain. While the Capstone trim boasts premium materials, real open-pore wood accents, and a large infotainment screen, its hybrid system, shared with the Ford F-150, offers only modest fuel economy gains (around 16-16.5 MPG observed, EPA rated up to 22 MPG for RWD). The reviewer notes the hybrid system's transitions between electric and gas power could be smoother and that the primary focus was on towing and hauling capability rather than pure efficiency. The vehicle's ride quality is significantly improved with the optional adaptive dampers and rear air suspension, making it a more refined experience than base models. However, the reviewer suggests that for ultimate ride comfort, the Ram 1500 still holds an edge. The Tundra Capstone starts at a premium price, with the tested model costing over $73,000, making the hybrid system's break-even point estimated at over 260,000 miles.