What’s different on 2018 2wd vs 4wd?

Hey guys what is the difference between a stock 2018 2wd SR5 and the same model in 4wd?

The specs are nearly identical except for 300 pounds of extra weight (transfer case and shafts) and 0.4 inches of ground clearance.

I assume there are stiffer springs and shocks? Is that the only difference that would affect ride quality?

Considering a 4wd but my 2wd has done everything I have needed in South La so far.

Some seem to be a fan of the auto LSD, some not. I did speak to a 2wd Tundra owner who said the auto lsd had gotten him up some slippery boat ramps before.

 

the main difference is I've NEVER heard a 4WD owner say they wished they'd bought a 2WD truck.

2WD has done everything for you so far, I'm sure they are very capable of dealing with adverse stuff, especially in the hands of a capable driver but maybe one day, you'll wish you had 4WD.

 

Resale value?

 

Well Andy, I had 2 Tacoma 4wd's and when I cheesed out on 4wd when buying my Tundra, I have regretted ever since, even if it was 8k more. If you think you might need it here or there, then get it. Better to have it and not need it to need it and not have it. .

 

1st time you’re in a situation where you NEED it, it just paid for itself. I’ve seen tow truck drivers rape people who have an off road recovery. Even just to get the vehicle to pavement upwards of $800

 

Coming into a 4WD Tundra from a 2WD F150, I can't agree with this comment more!

 

4WD is like carrying a gun, you never know when your ganna need it.



4WD

 

Better resale value with a four-wheel drive also.

 

I personally would not own a 4x2 truck. When unloaded, a truck has light rear end, hence, less traction than ordinary vehicles. When I flip the 4x4 switch, it behaves like an entirely different beast.

 

When you go on the Toyota site and build a Tundra the 4x4 Tundra is only about 2,500 to 3,000 more than the 2WD. I think that little extra is well worth it.

 

not sure that is true after considering the cost difference to purchase. Basically what you are saying it 4WD truck depreciate slower. Now if you are talking about the ease of selling a used vehicle then that would be different especially up north. According to the climate scientists the northerners wont even need 4wd in a couple of decades.

 

4x4 models are rated about 1mpg lower than 2wd models based on the window stickers. I was in the same boat and opted to spend that $$ on more useful mods rather than something that I would never use (4x4). Haven’t regretted that decision at all, the only thing I will do different next time is get the 5.7L instead of the 4.6 and get regular seats rather than bench seats up front.

 

4x4 and don’t look back

 

I live in Florida and I had a '11 Tundra 2wd that I towed my Z06 to track events and my boat for 2 years. I never had a situation where I needed 4wd including some steep boat ramps. I bought my cousins '16 Tundra in '17 and have had it one year. It is 4wd. I have never actually "needed" it but used it a few times to screw around on places I wouldn't have been able to go.

That being said, based on the computer read out I haven't noticed a mileage difference between the two despite it being rated 1mpg lower. I like the idea of having it when needed. The only thing I've noticed is it feels slightly slower at WOT than my 2wd did, probably from the weight difference.

 

Give me a stripped down basic truck as long as it has 4wd!!! Who wants to have a 2wd $30,000 + truck with every option in the world stuck on the side of the road in wet grass.

 

I say buy whatever your situation allows you to buy as long as it's a Tundra then it's all good. Now just don't come over here with some Ford or Chevy bullshit, that's a different story

 

I have never needed 4wd (2006, 2018 Tundras) even though I did quite a bit of off-road in the 2006. For me, the extra cost, extra weight, smaller turning radius and lower mpg were big factors. I did find that there were fewer 2wd Tundras to choose from when I was shopping. It went along with the DC vs. CM (more CMs than DCs). I ended up with 2wd, DC and love it.

Dan

 

and you are from Canada

 

Right! Where I can’t even carry a gun! But hey I have 4WD Toyota!

 

In the northeast, 4wd gets much higher resale/trade in values. We get a fair amount of snow, so 4wd gets used on a regular basis during the winter (which never seems to end-we got snow today).

 

Thanks for all of the feedback guys! Lots to think about.

I'm coming from a 1998 Ford 2WD that has been mostly reliable but it's a 20 year old truck with 20 year old truck issues.

I'm in Southern Louisiana where 4WD are pretty plentiful but most sure look like they have never been off road. People with camps or hunting spots off road seem to be the most frequent buyers.

I'd agree 4WD becomes a necessity in heavy snow areas.

Interested still about which components are the same or different. It would seem shocks and springs are different but not sure if the suspension geometry or components are any different?

 

I have a 18 4x4 and honestly have not used it once in the 4K miles I have put on it but I also live in Texas where I get snow/Ice once a year maybe but if you need it I would definitely suggest getting it like the guys on here have said

 

I have a 2WD 3rd Generation CM. Drove everyday this winter (Chicago) no problems. I drive my truck like a sports car and it compliments me by giving shitty mileage (10mpg) on a 2wd.

Jumped a west bound ramp to east bound with a fear of getting stuck while cop showing up and saying, Got u.
Still didn’t get stuck except the truck was full of mud all over....