2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro: Does It Live Up To The Hype?

Today I drive and review a 2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro!
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[@SueUTube]

There's no mistaking that color. Saw one yesterday and thanks to you knew immediately what it was.

[@Ant.Tarantino]

I really only dislike how the 3rd row and trunk space get cut down significantly from previous models. Otherwise I’m in love with this vehicle. Great video Ben!

[@MarcsMotors]

Agreed. How's the new honda pilot have more room in the trunk when this looks so much bigger

[@levdarwin7433]

Thank You! Very good and professional review! 🤝👍🏻

[@racermike182]

That ls like my biggest gripe on new vehicles, is when you spend $76k and it rattles and feel cheap. Especially from Toyota! I’m sure it’s great, but I’ve heard from multiple reviewers and owners that it’s a step down in quality. Wild times I tell ya.

[@hazygobrazy]

Exactly. I would much rather have the Lexus GX460 at this price point

[@HiPlains1]

@@hazygobrazy Unfortunately the old school 4 runner and GX 460 that still has the 4.6 V8 are the last in the line for the real Toyotas. Both these are still made in Japan and have legendary reliability and not just imaginary or "perceived" like the mexican made taco. Before that the only truck that was even more reliable was the old landcruiser that would literally last 50 years without major issue. Probably the most overbuild truck in existence. And now that too is gone. People are still buying up the 4 runners like mad and they sell for large addendums. Because they know they are buying a legend and are willing to pay a premium for it. Soon they will shove their 2.4 turbo and hybrid into the 4 runner and will stop making the bullet proof port injected 4 liter V6. That will be a sad day. Toyota keeps avoiding that because they fear there reputation will take a dump and the fact that demand for their older Japanese made trucks is through the roof.

[@Brigade73]

I had a chance to briefly check out a Sequoia at the D.C. car show yesterday (there was way too many people). With the time I had, I wasn’t overly impressed, but I wanted to be! Lol I’ve been waiting for this SUV to hit my local dealerships. Once they arrive and I have more time to check it out, maybe my impression will improve

[@alonzosanchez526]

Ben I’ve seen all your videos and reviews I’ve been in a dilema I’ve pre ordered a 2023 AT4X AEV but I have yet to see a driving/ off road review on them which is a bummer because I need to know if what I ordered is worth it and hearing feedback from people that dedicate to this like you would be amazing I’ve been seeing a lot of TRD Sequoia reviews and I’m leaning much more on it than the AT4X because I’ve seen good (and bad reviews) on it. I’m on a waiting list for Toyota so I can test drive one small negative details on it but I love the way they look and love the reviews I’ve seen. Long story short do you think you can drive/review a AT4X AEV please I’d appreciate it thank you !

[@Kanti12311]

Time to save for a platinum. Love to get TRD Pro but I don't really off-road, rather ahve a quality ride and comfort. Is remote start requires subscription?

[@kaiyang7935]

Such a special color and strong power! It would be great if it was produced and assembled in Japan......…

[@gomezbr1]

try adding some strips of foam around the center console door. i hear this reduced the plastic noise issue.

[@bradniemann13]

Glad you’re in UT, hows the snow in 2-wheel driving? How often are you shifting to 4x4? IMO, the outgoing model was better for snow with the full time 4wd system.

[@BenHardyCars]

It slips a lot like a pickup truck

[@Drpepperkev4]

I like the Toyota Sequoia TRD pro think it's a nice family suv, the tow mirrors are the best feature

[@neilarora8626]

Just got my TRD PRO, only thing is it doesn’t come with ambient lighting like the capstone. Gets super dark at night

[@Biggshittiee]

I can’t wait to get one

[@OrangeBlossom4x4]

The third row when seats down seems weird, and uneven. I am really interested in it but I have two large dogs I wanted to put back there for trips. Seems awkward

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

like the color. solid rear axle . like the grille over the tundra , only thing is the fold down 2/3 rd row seats takes up to much cargo space , to much luxury car , dealers in the Bay Area are marking them up $25k $100,000 for a toyota.

[@brandonclark9819]

i was going to say the same he said 80k by me theyre going for 120k

[@jaredstrauss617]

Can you remove the third row?

[@Kenneth_R]

Thats you family hauler right there. Time to trade in the Defender.

[@JoeSmith-nu8oo]

Like the new ride man! Kicking that Defender to the curb for this is a smart move👍

[@Hannah7Banana]

This is my dream car, either the trd pro or the platinum will do whichever one is available lol It’s just, expensive 😅

[@jafletcher5105]

How does the new Sequoia TDR Pro compare to the 2020-2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition?

[@BenHardyCars]

I’d rather have the land cruiser

[@HiPlains1]

@@BenHardyCars Who wouldn't? The land cruiser was the most overbuilt truck ever made. But it had poor sales in the end because of its 100K dollar price tag. But oddly enough that will still be on the road after all these newer toys are in the Junk yard. A land cruiser is something you can drive for 50 years without exaggeration. Just a remarkable truck. Today the best bet would be to buy a Japanese made 4 runner or GX 460. Those will destroy the newer tacos, sequoia, or tundra as far as build quality. The newer trucks are not even remotely as good as the old school ones.

[@JoeSmith-nu8oo]

I find it a coincidence that the quality of certain foreign vehicles started going down hill when they started building them in the states🤔

[@BenHardyCars]

interesting

[@mehdishirazi3]

It's probably because it's really expensive to build in the US and to keep the cost down they cut corners. He didn't mention a whole bunch of things they skimmed on because they didn't want to spend the money to do an in-depth redesign. But I don't believe that's the only reason cars are losing quality. This bs push to get rid of fossil fuels has made them not want to invest in cars that have no future. This is why I won't buy any garbage modern car. I have a 2019 highlander platinum fully loaded and I love it. I believe for most vehicles 2019 was the line of the decline. Look at the highlander, now this heavy family vehicle has a 4-cylinder hybrid, what garbage. Give me a choice or I'm leaving. I also had a RX 350 and the new Lexus is a major step down.

[@saphireg8094]

I know people who specifically buy vehicles they know are still built in Japan for the quality.

[@JPbayareah]

It’ll still outlast a Yukon or tahoe with less headaches I think it’s worth the price

[@ronbeall6626]

@@mehdishirazi3 the hybrids last longer than the gas only models

[@dereklaverne7608]

It's not that big? I saw it up close at the Auto show .... It's massive. Makes the 4runner look like a rav4

[@krisbohn4118]

Sharp vehicle !!!

[@colinclement2752]

Really wish there was a shorter wheel base 2 row seat Sequoia

[@jackmcclure6354]

The three lights in the grill are NOT marker lights, marker lights mark the width of a vehicle. They are eye candy that simulate identification lights, but per FMVSS 108 identification lights are mounted as high as possible which would be on the roof.

[@RayHill1108]

Which one handles and drives better the Sequoia or Defender?

[@BenHardyCars]

Defender, because it’s unibody and has independent suspension

[@IWBVS]

@@BenHardyCars Toyota still feels clunky and rough?

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

The real question is does a live up to the Price and the answer is absolutely not.

[@gp3012]

For that price- I wish it had AHC

[@louieparks5728]

Does it come in a diesel version?

[@HiPlains1]

Overseas you can buy a Prado which is like a diesel version of the GX 460. Sadly, Toyota will not offer their D4D diesel in the states. Although you can buy low mile JDM right hand drive diesel Prado from 1997 which does not have to pass emissions in the states. That is the only way. I've considered going that route. Any JDM import can bought after 25 years. Some clean ones in Japan since they don't drive them allot.

[@mgreen5207]

Nah, I’m waiting and hoping that the ascent wilderness comes out. My money is all on that.

[@erich964]

Let’s see one can spend 90 to 100 grand on a USA made Toyota SUV which is mediocre or by lightly used 200 series Land Cruiser. Is that really a choice? Which one will last 300,000 miles? Which one is recognized as the most iconic vehicle ever made? I honestly don’t know how they are going to sell 5000 of these vehicles in the United States? This is just a middle of the road over priced SUV. I would actually buy one at a normal price of 65 grand. But they are almost 100. Again that’s Land Cruiser money. Are you really gonna compare Land Cruiser. and a Sequoia

[@HiPlains1]

Nothing was built like a Land Cruiser. You can't compare anything to that. Because the Land cruiser will still be on the road after all these are dead and buried in the Junk yard. Sad they quit making it. People thought it was too expensive but in reality, it was worth every penny because it literally will drive for 50 years without little fuss. They didn't just make it to last more then the warranty. It was built to last multiple generations. Something you could hand down to a grand child.

[@dustinanddylc]

Tahoes and Yukons cost 100k now…

[@scottbrawley407]

2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid TRD PRO 4X4!

[@shyguy8240]

Definitely needs more improvement in the future. Small uneven cargo floor. Third row so bulky. Low to the ground for it's size. Nope not buying something with lack of creativity for 80k. The 4 runner still better choice

[@BTCnREI]

Nice SUV, but dealers are marking up this vehicle up the a** here in SoCal.

[@JoeSmith-nu8oo]

They're doing it all over the country!

[@BTCnREI]

@@JoeSmith-nu8oo That is crazy! But I guess that is supply and demand.

[@andrewward4246]

did the wife like it more than the defender?

[@BenHardyCars]

She likes how it looks

[@TheLastRide88]

They failed with the third row. They cheaped out on the battery. If they would have used the latest lithium batteries then the batteries would have been much smaller and that would have given the 3rd row much more usable. People should just wait for them to address the 3rd row issue.

[@esteban8681]

Save your money and get a Lexus GX460. It's actually cheaper.

[@HiPlains1]

And will be on the road 20 years after this pile of hybrid shit is in the dump. Yeah its cheaper because it likely the last SUV you will ever buy.

[@duvilopez7992]

❤TOYOTA❤

[@wanderingdaze7018]

Imagine spending 80k to go off-road. I'll stick to my 87 4runner

[@jdesmo1]

Damn thing looks like a minivan

[@justinbryant6676]

Not fox brand, fox licensed...

[@JoeSmith-nu8oo]

These are starbucks sipping running late mommy machines barreling down the freeway at 80 all day🤣

[@SD-of5kv]

I test drove one, the hood gets in the way of your road vision, the interior feels very cheap. For a $70k + car it just isn't worth it, especially because it's a hybrid.

[@1oldarmyguy]

80K for a truck, and you have a manual steering wheel adjust. Toyota is leaving a lot of things to be desired.

[@joshualemieux7534]

I'm conflicted because the TRD pro is definitely the trim for me... but they get electronically adjusted steering on a less expensive model in the platinum. Strange for sure.

[@1oldarmyguy]

@@joshualemieux7534 I really feel that Toyota missed the boat on so many things with model. And I agree, The TRD Pro is the one I would look at but seems they skimped on little details..

[@joshualemieux7534]

@@1oldarmyguy I think it's still worth it so I ordered one 🤷‍♂️ badass truck, just not without flaw. That's ok with me. Maybe they'll make a trd pro platinum or something silly in the future

[@adaml82]

Is getting smaller side mirrors an option?

[@sisco_rl7160]

Yes. Those tow mirrors are optional.

[@lancees16]

sun shade does not impress me on an $80k vehicle.

[@talontd3727]

If it weren't a hybrid and 80k, I'd consider it.

[@HiPlains1]

Time is running out for ya. Only ones left (port injected 4 and 4.6 v8) are the Japanese made 4 runner and GX 460. Both old school quality in and out. But they probably both be gone in a year or two. Then it will just be cheaply made hybrid crap. Probably won't be anything from Japan much longer. This is key if you want a really well made Toy. Got to come from the Island. Much of the quality of toyota these days like in the mexican made tacoma is "perceived" by their cult following. However, when it comes to the 4 runner or GX 460 there is nothing imaginary about the reliability. Those are both bullet proof and rattle free rides.

[@talontd3727]

@@HiPlains1 agreed. I'm hanging on to my 5th gen 4runner as long as i possibly can.

[@jeffreyjohnson3222]

Resale, durability and over all build….you know that Toyota will place over Land Rover, so why the Land Rover? It’s literally top 3 worst SUV’s to buy. I’m honestly just very curious to hear your point of view

[@djpangburn7505]

Status.

[@HiPlains1]

If you want build quality and something that is really over built to the tee then buy a used landcruiser. If you want something new buy a Japanese made 4 runner or GX 460. Both those have bullet proof port injected motors and will be on the road 20 years after these piles of hybrid crap will be in the Junk yard. Toyota quality is mostly "perceived" by cult like fans. But when it comes to the older Japanese products made in Japan there is nothing imaginary about the quality. And one by one toyota is replacing their old school trucks. Now the Sequoia has also become a cheap rattle box with hybrid crap. If your going to pay this much get the real deal while you still can.

[@lancees16]

i'm sorry but if we all look past build quality on cars that are going higher and higher in price.....we are the ones who lose.

[@HiPlains1]

Unless you buy a Japanese made GX 460 or 4 runner. Both old school quality and will last forever with their Port injected motors with old school transmissions. If your lucky enough to live overseas you can buy a landcruiser Prado with the D4D diesel. Toy still makes good stuff but the list is getting shorter every year. Once the 4 runner and GX 460 are updated there will be no good options in the US. Time is running out.

[@RecordsCustodian]

3.5 tt v6 and 10 speed automatic? hm toyota copying ford again

[@LalissaKadir-tr5qo]

Why you stool my vachool and sale to usa

[@maverick1367]

The side mirror is ugly.

[@naveenthemachine]

What hype? 😂 As I’ve said many times to you all from the beginning before it’s unveil, the sequoia is the most catastrophic letdown of an suv redesign to date

[@Wxman9123]

Too bad you're the only person who thinks that.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Wxman9123 um no I’m not Everybody who reviewed this car was very disappointed. There’s not a single reviewer or person who was blown away by the sequoia and rightfully so

[@akhilgeorge3401]

@@naveenthemachine i am noticing since months that u r crying so loud in each and every sequoia video , probaby u cant affort one and only thing u can do is cry out loud, anyway this thing is never gonna come to india , so dont worry

[@naveenthemachine]

@@akhilgeorge3401 if I could I wouldn’t even look at it. I’d go expedition or wagoneer any day. At that kind of price reliability is irrelevant Clearly to you if it’s a Toyota it’s automatically perfect 😂. You can’t even look at all its negatives

[@HiPlains1]

@@Wxman9123 Put me in that camp. I'd take a GX 460 any day of the week and twice on Sundays over this cheaply made rattle box with hybrid crap. The GX 460 is made in Japan will be on the road 20 years after this pile of shit is in the junk yard. The port injected 4.6 V8 will last forever. The 4 runner is also a great choice over this since it too is made in Japan and still has the 4 liter port injected motor. Only thing even better would be the discontinued land cruiser or a diesel powered Prado which unfortunately can't be imported to the states. But all of those have exponentially better build quality then the cheap crap made in the states and in Mexico. I'll take the old school transmissions and port injected engines over any hybrid crap with direct injection with turbos. Like I said, the stuff made on the island will be on the road for generations after these newer products are end of life.

[@texandy89]

Wish it had 4WD auto