Toyota adds Trailhunter trim to 2027 Tundra, Sequoia

Toyota has expanded its factory overlanding lineup with the introduction of a new Trailhunter package for the 2027 Tundra full-size pickup truck and Sequoia full-size SUV. The announcements, made this week, bring the expedition-focused option to Toyota's largest vehicles as part of a broader refresh for the upcoming model year.

The Tundra's Trailhunter package is based on the SR5 trim and is designed as a more attainable, expedition-ready alternative to the high-performance TRD Pro model. Key hardware includes an Old Man Emu suspension upgrade, Michelin LTX Trail tires on 18-inch bronze wheels, front recovery hooks, additional underbody protection, and a locking rear differential. The package also incorporates Toyota's MultiTerrain Select and Crawl Control systems for enhanced off-road capability. Unlike the Trailhunter versions of the smaller Tacoma and 4Runner, the Tundra package is not offered with a hybrid powertrain; it is expected to use the standard twin-turbo 3.4-liter V6 engine producing 389 horsepower.

Similarly, the 2027 Sequoia SUV receives its own Trailhunter variant, also based on the SR5 trim and equipped with comparable off-road upgrades including the Old Man Emu...