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Comparing new truck to old truck - anyone do this?

Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:05 am
Posted by kywildcatfanone
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:05 am
So, I just traded in my 2016 F150 XLT for a 2021 Tundar Limited.
I traded in mainly because they offered me what I paid for it 5.5 years ago for the trade, but I have wanted a Tundra for a while, and wanted the V8, so I figured I should get one while I could find it.

I also understand that the Tundra is a bit of a dated design and interior, but that doesn't bother me too much, I mainly look for reliability when buying vehicles as my main point.

Anyway, had the F150 for 5.5 years and 29K miles, and have put 100 miles on the Tundra. First impressions are that the ride of the F150 was smoother. The Tundra seems a little clunky when shifting, but I'm not sure if that is normal for them till they get broken in a bit.
I wondered why they sell Shift knobs, and now I know why. I hate the one on the truck, much preferred the pistol grip one on the F150, but I'm not going to replace it.

Things I already miss from my F150 include the ability to see tire pressure on the console, as well as the transmission shifts. Also, when backing, it showing you the turning radius. I'm a bit surprised the Tundra doesn't have this as I would think that is just a software upgrade.
One other small thing is the compass on the center screen doesn't turn to show you your direction at the top, just a needle to point to the direction you are going. Would also seem like a simple software upgrade.
And no small center console tray, you have to buy one? Come on Toyota.
I was surprised to see the range at 615 miles when I started it the first time, and it says I'm averaging 16 MPG currently. I think my 5.0 in the F150 averaged 18 MPG.

It also has the Toyota tonneau cover, and I like have it so far. I did buy the tailgate lock to add, should have been standard on the Limited at least, it was on the XLT.

Anyway, just initial impressions. The truck will be fine, will last me many years, just curious when you swap trucks do you compare things you like vs dislike compared to your last one?
Posted by NewIberiaHaircut
Lafayette
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:15 am to
This is what a test drive is for. You’re supposed to figure these things out then.
Posted by AlxTgr
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:33 am to
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I think my 5.0 in the F150 averaged 18 MPG.

What kind of driving were you doing?
Posted by Jack Daniel
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:35 am to
They may have given you more for trade in, but what did you pay for the new truck?
Posted by The Rodfather
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:35 am to
My 2021 tundra shows the tire pressure on the dash…
Posted by kywildcatfanone
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:43 am to
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My 2021 tundra shows the tire pressure on the dash…


Yeah, I meant to add that I hadn't gone through all the screens yet, so it might be there.
Posted by s14suspense
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:45 am to
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They may have given you more for trade in, but what did you pay for the new truck?



Be prepared for the story you'll hear on this one. I'm glad he's the Toyota guys' problem now.

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I mainly look for reliability when buying vehicles as my main point.


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F150 for 5.5 years and 29K miles


Meanwhile I've got 5.5 years and 129k miles on my F150 ecoboost.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:46 am to
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What kind of driving were you doing?



Mostly highway, some city. Nothing unique.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:47 am to
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but what did you pay for the new truck?


MSRP was $55K, paid $53.5K. They aren't discounting as much. I went to 3 different dealers, trade in ranged from 30-38K. Way more span than I expected.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 7:50 am to
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s14suspense


I never said there was anything wrong with my F150.
Posted by civiltiger07
Baton Rouge
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 8:16 am to
In 5 and half years you put 29,000 miles on a vehicle? that is impressive.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
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Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 8:21 am to
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In 5 and half years you put 29,000 miles on a vehicle? that is impressive.


I work from home. Have for that entire time. Many weeks it never leaves the garage.
Posted by DownshiftAndFloorIt
Here
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 8:30 am to
I drove 34k last year and that was working from home
Posted by civiltiger07
Baton Rouge
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 8:36 am to
That is impressive, I put 15k-20k miles on my vehicles per year.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 8:47 am to
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I drove 34k last year and that was working from home


Yeah, I guess it depends on your work. I sit in front of a computer all day, so I don't have to drive for my work at all. I go into our office maybe once every 2 months, and it's 30 miles away.
Posted by deltaland
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 9:09 am to
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had the F150 for 5.5 years and 29K miles


If you only drive 29k miles in 5 years you need to start buying for comfort because reliability isn’t an issue with any brand at that low of miles
Posted by AutoYes_Clown
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 9:13 am to
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old truck


quote:

traded in my 2016


Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 6/28/21 at 9:14 am to
Posted by KLSU
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2003
11046 posts
Posted on 6/28/21 at 9:21 am to
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They may have given you more for trade in, but what did you pay for the new truck?


2019 Ram 2500 4x4 crewcab 6.4 Hemi
Paid $37,800 Nov 2019
Looked at KBB trade in value (Medium) Today: $44,200
Instant quote from CarMax $39,800

I'm like damn Im trading in and getting new

Quick google search on new trucks and you find there is almost zero inventory of half ton 4x4 crew cab trucks in and around Baton Rouge.

I'm also pretty sure there will be no incentives or discounts on the few they have.

I'll stick with what I have as it will be a wash but with a longer time to pay it off.
This post was edited on 6/28/21 at 9:22 am
Posted by AUCE05
Member since Dec 2009
45216 posts
Posted on 6/28/21 at 9:49 am to
Toyota's feel cheap to me. Not knocking them. They do have their manufacturing down. Next time you buy, see if you can rent what you want for a weekend. I get truck rentals for work and get my hands on all brands.
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