Toyota Tundra 2002–2006 car dimensions: 5845 mm long, 2015 mm wide and 1890 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,161 kg. Braked towing is 3,084 kg.
The Double Cab has a roomy cabin seating five or six with full-size doors and a split-folding rear bench. Air conditioning with rear ducts is standard along with cruise control, power windows, locks and mirrors. Higher trims add a JBL audio system. An optional DVD navigation system provides a touchscreen display. No factory parking sensors, reverse camera or modern collision aids are listed.
The short bed measures about 74.3 inches long by 63 inches wide overall and 49.3 inches between the wheel wells, with a depth of 20.7 inches. It uses double-wall construction and includes tie-down hooks plus a locking tailgate.
Double Cab short-bed models tow up to 6800 lb when fitted with the available V8 tow package. That package adds a Class IV hitch, transmission oil cooler, 130-amp alternator and 7-pin connector. Without the package the rating is lower.
Payload sits near 1800-1835 lb depending on trim and drivetrain. The standard heavy-duty leaf-spring rear suspension supports work loads, while an optional TRD Off-Road package further tunes the springs and shocks.
The Double Cab cabin is quiet and roomy like a full-size SUV, with comfortable front captain chairs or bench and large 60/40 split-fold rear seats that offer good thigh support for adults. Air conditioning with rear ducts is standard, power windows and locks are common, and optional power multi-way front seats plus heated fronts add ease. An optional power tilt-slide moonroof opens the space further.
Uses regular unleaded gasoline.
Fuel tank holds 26.4 gallons.
Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles or 6 months.
NHTSA frontal: 4 stars driver, 5 stars passenger.
IIHS moderate overlap frontal: Good.
Standard dual front airbags, 4-wheel ABS, side-impact beams, tire pressure monitor.
The Tundra runs on regular unleaded fuel with a 26.4-gallon tank. EPA ratings for the V8 Double Cab sit near 15-16 city and 18-19 highway mpg depending on drivetrain.
Follow the scheduled maintenance guide for oil and filter changes every 5,000 miles or 6 months, plus tire rotations. Special conditions like towing call for extra checks on fluids and chassis.
Standard safety includes advanced dual front airbags, 4-wheel ABS, three-point belts with pretensioners, side-impact door beams, child seat anchors and a tire pressure monitor. Side and curtain airbags plus stability control are optional on Double Cab. Crash tests give solid frontal results.
Keep the truck by sticking to the maintenance intervals, using recommended fluids and inspecting brakes, belts and differentials as listed. The Double Cab’s roomy, quiet cabin and durable build make daily living straightforward when serviced on time.
Length 5845 mm, Width 2015 mm, Height 1890 mm, Wheelbase 3570 mm (Tundra 2002–2006)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota Canada 2006 Tundra specifications PDF and 2006 US owner's manual, KBB/velocityjournal/auto123, Car and Driver.