Toyota's full-size pickup can compete with the best of the domestic trucks. It's smooth and quiet. It offers lots of power for passing or towing. And it comes with a suspension that handles both winding roads and moonscapes brilliantly.

All of this, wrapped up with Toyota's renowned quality, durability and reliability, make the Tundra an excellent choice among pickup trucks

Model tested (MSRP): SR5 Access Cab 4x2 V8 ($22,975)

Options as tested (MSRP):four-wheel ABS ($345), includes daytime running lights; Convenience package ($690) includes power windows/locks/mirrors, lighting package, sliding rear window with privacy glass, driver and passenger sun visors with vanity mirrors; deluxe cassette/CD with six speakers ($290); all-weather guard package ($70) includes heavy-duty battery, starter and heater; 16x7-inch alloy wheels with P265/70R16 tires, mudguards, black overfenders ($750); bed liner ($299)

Standard equipment:air conditioning; cruise control; AM/FM/cassette with four speakers; tilt steering wheel; variable-speed intermittent windshield wipers; dual rear access doors