2024 TRD Pro or Fully Loaded 2024 Limited OR

Acknowledging this is a champagne problem, but honestly torn on what to do here an would like other's perspectives.



Was on a waiting list FOREVER locally for some very specific options and eventually branched out in a wider radius around my home base of Montana. Found a '24 Terra TRD Pro in December and put down the deposit - scheduled to be delivered EOM. This weekend, my other option came up on the allocation at my local dealer here - '24 Lunar Rock Limited with TRD OR. Fully loaded with Premium + Power packages, pano roof, heated steering wheel, etc.



The price difference is just under $6k (they have some slight variations in added accessories but are basically even). If I were to go local, I'd lose a $1k deposit on the TRD Pro, so net is ~$4,800.



I'm genuinely torn on what to do here. I love both colors - LR is timeless but Terra is cool as well. I value a lot of the Pro features for areas I want to explore here in MT but have read that the Pro might be better as a desert runner vs TRD OR possibly being better suited for the MT landscape? Also thinking about towing for a TT where I've heard the Pro suspension can be difficult, but not sure how much truth there is in that.



At the end of the day, the price difference seems worth it for all the functional improvements you get - wheels, suspension, front lift, etc etc not to mention the aesthetics, but curious if I'm just selling myself and the TRD OR is the better "fit" for my needs dollar for dollar.



Again, a nice problem to have, but this is my first truck and would love input from folks who know more than I do. TIA

 

Can’t beat or make a Pro.

 

The TRD OR is certainly a better choice price wise for the capability you get. Is the limited OR a hybrid as well, because that does make a difference for my preferences and I very much prefer the hybrid.

Performance wise it’d be really tough to say the TRD Pro is “better” than an OR. It does ride a little different due to the Fox Shocks, but the argument is always you can do a better shock upgrade for <$6k price premium.

I say this as Pro owner, but I was initially convinced I’d end up with a loaded TRD OR as I wouldn’t be able to find a Pro at MSRP when I was buying in early 2022. This one fell into my lap, and I am super grateful, but also cognizant it’s more of an appearance upgrade than anything else. I love the look, the forged BBS wheels are sick (as is the red interior to my eyes), and the fact that the resale should be better is all good for me. At the end of the day however, I think the smartest money goes with a OR trim to save some dollars and re-invests it where it matters. YMMV, and welcome to the Tundra club regardless!

 

@chaztizer - Limited is also a hybrid. I hear you in terms of absolutes "better or worse". At $4,800 or 6% more, it feels tough not to think the upgrade is worth it in terms of fox shocks, the wheels, the lift for clearance and better departure angles, etc. Not to mention some of the aesthetic stuff - grill, light bar, interior, etc. All that said, with a fully optioned limited, there really aren't many creatute comforts that are missing.

Given you have a pro and know the suspension, do you feel like it makes a material difference offroading in this type of terrain? Montana rocky mountains, more rock crawling than desert running. I'm sure the lift and angles help, but curious your take on the bilstein vs fox

 

If you’re comfortable paying the premium, and it sounds like you are, I’d totally recommend it. Like I said, I love driving my Pro but I just remain aware it wasn’t the most efficient use of funds possible. I do find value in keeping everything relatively OEM and maintaining support and warranty for the suspension (added steps, tow hooks, catalytic converter shield, tonneau cover, maybe some upsized tires once these wear out).

I drove my 2022 Pro out to Colorado and took it on a few very mild trails last year along with driving it up and down Pikes Peak (paved roads). On the beach and on the trails I have done, I’ve found the Fox suspension relatively forgiving without being plush. Body roll has been manageable as well, but noticeable at times as it remains a full size truck at the end of the day.

I can’t say I have a ton of direct experience driving an OR with Bilsteins so have trouble comparing the two. If you’re into heavy rock crawling, I’d just say be cautious as this really is a pretty long and heavy truck with fairly poor angles even in the TRD pro trim. I’d say upgraded steel bumpers, sliders, and additional armor are in your future if you go that route.

 

I just responded to your reddit post but my vote goes towards the Terra TRD Pro. Value might be a little higher considering its this years pro color and its a TRD Pro.

 

For less than $5K difference I'd go with the Pro for sure.

 

I second this. The pro will always have better resale than a loaded limited and that difference in price is very small when you consider the overall price. Go with the Pro....future you will be happy if you ever want to get rid of it.

 

I’d go with the SeXy

 

Just get the pro. One downside is if you want a longer bed. Hindsight being 20/20 I think I would have gone with a double cab long bed in a 1794 package, hybrid offroad. My dog loves the space the crewmax has, but i would rather have the longer bed.

 

I am very happy with my Limited OR - and have a 6.5" bed I couldn't get with a Pro. No Ragrets, YRMV, but I do wish I had 18" Pro wheels instead of the Limited's 20"

 

I have the same exact limited spec as the one you’re considering and I won’t be trading it in for a Pro but I do really wish it had some aesthetic choices from the Pro. If you like the grille, wheels, level, etc. on the Pro over the Limited go that route! It would be more money and hassle, like it will be for me, to get those retrofitted but I will do it over time. The urban camo turned me off a bit but in hindsight I would’ve gotten over it. Resale value will favor the Pro as well

 

Chances are if you buy the Pro you won’t lust for a loaded Limited but it might be different the other way around

 

For that price margin go with the pro, but if you could get a deal on a limited i would (and did) go that route, and am building it how I want. But dont buy the pro just to swap out running boards, light bars, shocks, etc. Keep in mind either trim you’ll want to swap OEM mild peak tires for something with winter rating for Montana.

 

I'm bias but get what you really want because all these new rigs are expensive. Will say that the hybrid is just a pleasure to drive over my 2016 Platinum and a massive upgrade to me.

 

I have a trd offroad limited fully loaded and am not jealous of the pros, but the value bet is the pro. It has all the features standard, which will give you a larger return than a limited with trd as it is desirable but a dealer would price it the same or not much more than a limited without the trd OR package. I love my truck but it will never be a pro and I'm not spending money to make it look like one. The bilsteins are easier and much cheaper to replace. The 20s with all terrain tires looks a lot better than the pro anyway imo so get the one you like best and be happy.

 

If you plan to tow often the Pro is not what you want. The level nose and soft suspension will make it sag and you'll be back here trying to figure it all out.

Another thing you need to do is make sure whatever TT you are planning to tow is small and light enough for a 1/2 ton. Throw away the advertised tow rating. Go look at trucks on the lot, open the driver door, and look at what the payloads are. That is what you will eat up first. Basically, if you are planning to tow some 30 foot multiple slide out trailer, you will be better off getting a 3/4 or 1 ton truck.

 

@GODZILLA would the limited TRD OR have better towing ability with the Bilstein suspension? I don't have a 30' TT but have a ~7.5k lb TT so this is definitely part of my consideration

 

Is that 7.5K the loaded weight or what they advertise on the little sticker? Those stickers are usually for base/no option dry weights. Also, how much other stuff is in/on the truck when towing? If you have 4 passengers, 2 dogs, a bed full of coolers and fire wood, a lift, bigger heavier tires, skids, sliders, you will likely be so far into payload before you even think about hooking up a trailer that you'd be better off in an HD truck. If that is the loaded weight that trailer will likely have a tongue weight around 900 lbs. (12% of 7500) If you have a payload of say 1600 lbs then you would have 700 lbs left for you, all passengers, all mods to the truck, and all gear in the truck, plus the weight of a WDH that you will need at that tow weight. The Tundra will do it, but the closer you get to maxing or exceeding your limits the more wear and tear you will have and the less enjoyable the towing experience will be. Doesn't stop most. They would rather run an overweight Tundra than take a bath on trading for the right tool for the job.

Anyway, just about any trim will handle the towing better than a Pro, from a purely suspension standpoint. Pickups have rake for a reason, and it's so they can be loaded or tow properly. The Pro has the front leveled, removing that rake, and will have worse aerodynamics as a result. Heck, it has worse to start with, that's why it's EPA rating is lower than other trims to start with. It's not huge, but it will play a role.

 

For all of the reasons mentioned by @GODZILLA above, you need a ¾ ton truck.

it’s not that the tundra can’t “tow” ~7500lbs, it’s that it can’t handle the payload associated with that weight (and the way most people “travel” - family members, gear, pets, firewood, water, propane etc).

Of the 2 trucks you’re interested in, the limited would be better for this usage, but you’d be “traveling” at or above max capacity which is can make for, at best, a white knuckle experience, and at worst a bad day for your family and possibly others on the road with you.

 

Lunar Rock is one of my favorite Toyota colors and I'm really not fond of Terra, but personal choice aside, I'd go with the Pro for that cost gap. The Pro will most likely be an easier resell if you ever decided to get rid of the truck ans probably get you more on the used market.

 

I think that towing discussion also depends how often you do it. @GODZILLA is right about everything he said about towing, but if you tow the 7500 pound TT a couple times a year I’d say you could get it squared away with the proper WDH setup just fine with a 2022+ Tundra of any trim. If you plan on towing it long distances or every weekend, it might be worth reconsidering your truck choice and giving yourself way more payload flexibility and comfort. Daily driving a 3/4 or 1 ton isn’t my cup of tea though, so very much use case dependent on how often you will be utilizing the truck for towing/hauling.

 

I'm saving this forever.


Your points are equally valid. Once or twice at the limit is livable, but all the time would make me want an HD.

 

I'm not seeing that as an option.

 

Lots of great input here.

In addition to towing, it sounds like another consideration for you is being able to drive rocky trails at lower speeds (assuming this is what you mean by rock crawling and not KOTH). Truthfully either rig will get the job done, but they’ll likely feel a bit different, and you’ll likely be able to cover more ground faster with the Pro’s Fox suspension beneath you. So how often do you see yourself driving trails?

Another point to consider is whether you like to leave vehicles stock or modify to suit purpose (or purposes). The TRD Pro is incredibly capable off the lot, but if it’s not meeting your towing/off-roading needs, you could buy a Limited or other trim package and build it exactly how you want for the price difference. Maybe your resale won’t hold as well, but if you plan on keeping the truck for a long time, having the perfect tool for your use case may beat considerations around resale.

Regardless of which rig you choose, with my wife hailing from your great state I’m familiar with the razor sharp rocks found on many of your trails. They will decimate the SL Wildpeaks so definitely plan on upgrading to a good set of ATs before you head out.

Good luck and be sure to post a pic after you bring home your new ride.

 

Double cab hybrid ain't a thing - only Crewmax, since the battery takes up the space under the rear seats.

I don't think there are any double cabs in trim levels above Limited.

 

The lost storage space in the hybrid was a no deal for me. Keep that in mind with hybrid there is NO storage in the cab.

 

Pro. But I don't like that color. Not a fan of white but I get that before I would buy Terra.