2023 Toyota Sequoia Limited Hybrid TRD Off-Road Trail Test

[@ruggedland]

Thanks for the review Ryan. This is indeed the package I’m targeting, not the TRD Pro. Add a lift kit and proper 35” AT tire and you got a capable and modern off-roader

[@electropentatonic]

Same here. The weird camo wheel well trim and seats is a huge bummer for me. It's very childish on what will probably be an $80k dollar SUV

[@clxdds788]

Jun Guo, loose the lift kit, add 3.0 fox racing shocks(aftermarket) . Level front by placing coil on middle perch and ride it with your 35s . No need for more, unless you want to go 37s then some wide body fenders needed. 😎

[@tireflipper8000]

Nailed it. TRD Offroad to get the rear locker, 3 inch icon lift and toss on a set of 35-37 inch K02s and send it.

[@kiandominicmercado792]

This new design of The Toyota Sequoia is very intimidating and very attractive. You can see how huge it is and i love it.

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

They’re great for those who suffer from SPS

[@XDMIIIIIIIII]

@@whitemailprivilege2830what’s sps

[@drivingsports]

The price in the video was what Toyota told us is the price of the vehicle as tested. There now seems to be some dispute if that price included the TRD Off-Road package. We’ll confirm with Toyota. However, pricing we received at the time of publishing was as listed for the “Limited TRD Off-Road” as tested plus Panorama moonroof.

[@jetblackrover]

Man this answered all my questions and saving 10k msrp+ 10k trdpro markup. Thank you very much.

[@grisa12345]

I love that you wheel everything and have such expertise describing the systems. Very cool. Even on this pre-arranged course, you find a way to really test the Sequoia.

[@Dunebashing88]

Wow this the one !always love Toyota’s-long term dependable over other domestic suv! I don’t like to keep going back to the mechanic shops or dealers for fixing issues

[@KPHVAC]

I completely agree with you. My boss purchased a beautiful GMC Sierra AT4 a year ago. It's been in the shop at least 5 times and some of those were for more than a week. That's just not acceptable to me. I have a 2010 Honda Accord with 160,000 miles and it has never spent a night in a shop. My previous Toyota's were also extremely reliable. I like the look and features of many American vehicles but the reliability just isn't there.

[@Dunebashing88]

@@KPHVAC totally agree just want to avoid the headache

[@everydayfun9531]

Toyota's ain't gonna disappoint driving a 2021 highlander and have had no issues just did regular servicing and Still runs like it's new.

[@Tomorrow32]

I must say, the Limited model looks very handsome. I'm saving some money to get the TRD Pro. But, if I ended up $10K short, I will definitely go with the Limited. I think the Platinum is an unnecessary trim. Capstone makes sense if they could even make it more luxurious (massage with happy ending 🙂) I don't lease nor finance. A wise man told me: "If you can't buy it in cash, don't acquire it." recalls they had in 2023 model

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

This comfy powerful truck in this trim with a 3” lift and a good set of real offroad tires would be an extremely capable, durable, and reliable overlander. Best in class. Almost a Landcruiser.

[@electrikoptik]

It's not though. 300-series LC has superior suspension flex, ground clearance and better approach/break-over/departure angle just to name a few.

[@huskynoob7881]

@@electrikoptik also full time 4x4 with center diff lock, but this 4x4 with lsd and locker is a decent trade off, lots of pro and cons.. u have to compare similar priced 200 series vs sr5 4x4 trd and weight the pros and cons against your use case scenarios. Hard choice!

[@romairoblackstock5100]

@@electrikoptik Hence, " Almost a Land Cruiser"

[@Olph1]

The limited is the best iteration IMO. GOOD VIDEO!

[@JesseMcDMusic]

These are gonna be great vehicles! Well done Toyota! Also great review! Only thing, is they are priced too high in my opinion.

[@DavGreg]

They are expensive, but so is everything else on the market. Maybe a nice hard recession will drive prices down a bit in a few months.

[@user-de8pe1zt3h]

You're right about the pricing it is high, but look at the quality you get. This is a Lexus level quality and you get a ton of technology.

[@inquisitor4635]

@@user-de8pe1zt3h and that Lexus grill is hideous.

[@aviationshchannel256]

Only car in the world with all the vowels in its name!!

[@rightlanehog3151]

Ryan, Would Falken Mild Peak® be a better name for the tires on the TRD Pro? For the record, many of us would consider the extra sidewall that comes with the 18" rims to be an upgrade on a 4x4. The SR5 with the Off-Road package and NO options seems like the best bet in the Sequoia lineup. ;-)

[@ArnoldTriyudho]

Or maybe Tame Peak..?? BTW, the new Expedition is the only full-size SUV that didn't have the off-road package (FX4), right..?? (Excluding the Escalade)

[@drivingsports]

Falken WeakPeaks(tm)

[@dexterrr9163]

Wildpeaks has many good options. Toyota choose the least offroad worthy tire amongst offroad tires to increase mpg by 0.5% 🤡🤡

[@JRs-guitars]

Falken mild Peaks! Love it! Lol

[@Dunebashing88]

Wish we could remove the third row when not needed

[@spartanchirho]

TFL doesn't know how to have fun like you do! I understand the system better now, thanks.

[@BradMistry]

Shots fired!

[@drausiohermannpachecoleal1135]

Ryan, I know it's not on you but maybe they listen what we say here. Would love to see you comparing the 2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro (or OR) vs 2022 Ford Expedition Timberline. For me your channel is the best! Cheers!

[@mas921]

This was FUN to watch!

[@channelnamehere4065]

I'm surprised the Crawl Control was not used anywhere on this course. I had to do a double take to make sure it comes with Crawl Control. haha I also hope this trim has the chin spoiler delete from factory; not something they removed for just this course...

[@paulinjosepha2336]

Thank you for the great video. I just got a good job, and i was debating buying a Mercedes or a Toyota sequoia 2023 This video convinces me that Toyota Sequoia is well worth my money. Thank you for your time and detailed video.

[@ThePabloG30]

This looks like a very big Toyota Rav4....with a Tundra size grill😲🤯💓💓💓💓 love it.

[@channelnamehere4065]

This is my trim on order. Thanks, Ryan, for showing!

[@bernardcabrera6383]

Are there dealers already accepting orders?

[@channelnamehere4065]

@@bernardcabrera6383 I'm told dealers are only allocated a certain amount and depending on the dealership, many might already have their allocations full for the 23 model year. Deposit and wait is the game.

[@artistnyc123]

Really just looks like a comfortable beast that's going to go for 300,000 miles, but I do wonder how it measures up against the outgoing land cruiser since we can't get the new one.

[@mazdarene]

For $70k this Sequoia spent a lot of effort to climb this rocky hills. I still prefer a 4Runner PrO Offroad. Sequoia is too heavy in my opinion to deliver an average performance

[@kellenl3833]

I just bought one and it's awesome 👌🏾

[@howardtran5904]

Thank you, Ryan for a nice review. I plan to get the top of the line Capstone Sequoia when it becomes available in the coming months. Do you think the Capstone can get me through terrain such as this if I happen to be in one? Thank you, Ryan.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Thanks for posting, however, I'm still going to whine and complain until Toyota gives us a base-level Land Cruiser. :-)

[@romairoblackstock5100]

Why not just buy a base model Lexus LX600.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@romairoblackstock5100 Body cladding.

[@lonesomecricket7721]

I bet the engine doesn’t explode like the ford Bronco 🙂

[@LifebyDesign]

Unfortunately these engines have been plagued with issues

[@PhysicalCoppercollector]

My F150 died at 185k km. Then I tried a new Chevy and the it stopped working within the first month. I won’t buy American anymore

[@alb6804]

It has a rumble to it. It's very nice. Not mustang rumble but it sounds very satisfying.

[@ez56789]

@Ham Pickle theyre not american. Theyre chinese af with an american sale sticker slapped on them. Like 95% parts from china. Thats why gm post like 2004 sucks ass thats when they sold out overseas.

[@xwarped83]

This didn’t age well. At least they identifies the problem and are working on fixing it.

[@findranjitiit]

This might be a dumb question (newbie here): The limited with TRD offroad package doesn't come with rear suspension. Would this be an issue while towing heavy loads?

[@MegaRetr]

Thanks for the review Ryan

[@njdreaming6897]

Hi Ryan. Does adding the OR package result in a front air dam delete? Can we also get a petition together to get Toyota to offer the Auto 4Wd trans in this like the Land Cruiser - lol.

[@skabilicious]

Seems like it should delete the front air dam. Likely conflicting with the skid plate.

[@crvilca1]

8 seater is a must for me. Especially since the third row limits seating for tall folk. lack of 4 auto is a bummer for the mixed conditions I encounter a few times a year… makes me consider other brands despite my Toyota loyalty.

[@DESTRIAZ]

That shit looks so smooth and effortless going through the uneven terrain

[@taylor0941]

What are we doing, some online banking??? Why is it saying the session has expired... How is it so difficult for automakers to make function non-annoying digital interfaces...

[@hennesseytseng7459]

great review. i didn't recall if you compared the off road package suspension to the regular suspension, especially on road

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

The skidding and traction control issue is another reason why a front Torsen diff is better then a front locker. It won't allow one front tire to skid so the traction control will never cut power. This is one way the LC200 was better then the new LC300 and the Sequoia. I wonder if Toyota will sell one at the dealers like Ford does for the F-150 through it's Performance Parts Catalog.

[@mallninja12]

Dude, that initial opening drone shot was fantastic!

[@AsteroidPlease]

It really should have more clearance if they wanna call it a TRD offroad...

[@Fuegoturbo]

Ryan, thumbs up for being a Monty Python fan! Loved the Spanish Inquisition reference. That may be a first in a car review!

[@arlenenolte8475]

You look like you had a lot of fun with the Sequioa, what a nice looking machine!

[@YanDaddyy]

I'm confused by the pricing since toyota said the limited 4x4 starts at 69k and that doesn't include the TRD off road package, yet they said it was 67.7K as equipt

[@drivingsports]

Lots of confusion about pricing from Toyota.

[@KiyaWarrior]

Very attractive vehicle. 300 series Landcruiser platform, and that new interior and exterior is excellent.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

I am surprised at the pricing. Not bad for $67k Especially if you get the OR package with the limited. Especially with the Domestic market counterparts. I love the front end, The rear is where it loses me.

[@Sal_car88]

I hope they take a took at the brake lights. Why is the red lense so large if there are only a few leds that actually light up when braking?

[@trailrunnah8886]

I was excited about this when they first releasedt photos, but the more I see it, the less I like it. Especially in this Limited trim. That it has no all-wheel drive mode makes zero sense. Even a Jeep Wrangler offers an AWD/ full-time 4WD mode. I think that's going to be a big negative to those in areas that get a lot of snow and want and all weather vehicle. Remembering to switch in and out of 4WD as road conditions change is kind of a PITA, and why all wheel drive crossovers are so popular. Crazy thing is, the first gen that was released in 2001 had the all-wheel drive mode.

[@PsychicWarrior100]

Thk you Ryan for another great review 💖

[@notsecure]

The price is wrong, 4x4 limited is $67700 WITHOUT the TRD Offroad package.

[@mrjamesinblogington]

Did you have a chance to sit in the second row bench seats? I wonder if they have any more leg/and or head room compared to the captains chairs of the TDR pro.

[@zbomb33]

Nice, I’ve been waiting for this!

[@musamusa2961]

Thank You Almighty God for showing me that I will buy one for myself

[@YuanZhong-m5c]

Thanks for the review, Ryan! I remember TRD Pro has the "deep snow" mode, while I don't see it in this Limited+TRD off-road pkg. Is this expected?

[@hueyy.9241]

This guy is very good, I like his show

[@ABC-hi3fy]

Most people up north care about Ice and Snow. Show me what you can do on deep snow and icy roads, braking etc.

[@timanderson7705]

Another "fun" video, Ryan. You were having waaaaaaaay too much fun!

[@johanjonasson4188]

Hopefully they will release this with a V8. The design looks really good.

[@Thirteen7447]

I agree! A naturally aspirated V8 is far better than a turbo V6

[@romairoblackstock5100]

Ryan you forgot to saw the the 2023 Sequoia comes standard as a hybrid vehicle

[@drivingsports]

It’s stated at the beginning of the video in the specs.

[@romairoblackstock5100]

@@drivingsports I think you said it's a Twin Turbo V6 however you did not explicitly state that it is a hybrid.

[@drivingsports]

@@romairoblackstock5100 you are right. We’ll, that’s not good. We had Hybrid in the script and missed it on the voice-over read.

[@romairoblackstock5100]

@@drivingsports Oh okay, regardless, it was a great video.Keep up the good work.☺️

[@mikefoehr235]

Running boards are a hindrance...rock sliders way more practical. I love the mud. Mud is fun with four wheel drive.

[@robertoe.7529]

this is the trim i wanted until i found out no captains chairs are available :(

[@reedwetzel1324]

Same

[@alex_talley]

Does the trd off road packages on the sr5 and limited have the air dam removed?

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

It's a beautiful truck but $70,000 with tax is too much. I would argue you would be better off buying a used Sequoia from 2015-current and saving your money. They are more than capable, larger, have plenty of power, and reliable as hell.

[@michaelbushwvu1]

I will be buying this setup.

[@chrisd5383]

Love it but hate the chrome and grey trim. There should be a blackout option. Holding on buying till there’s a option that I like. Maybe I can get rid of the chrome and paint the grey??Anybody??

[@zero2sixty244]

I know the RAV wasn’t allowed on the course but I’d love to see it on there to see it in bad conditions

[@ot587]

Hi Ryan, quick question: are you going to review Rivian R1T?

[@Infinity942]

you cant turn off traction control by holding the button for 3-5 seconds while stopped now??

[@ahmadalqawasmi1987]

Rayan, we want a comparsion between the outback wilderness VS for wilderness plz

[@yaza374]

Just get a 4Runner if you want to go off road. Get a sienna if you want to haul family.

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

Disagree. If your family is more than 4ppl a 4runner is too small. A Sequoia is a super capable luxurious off roader that can keep up with and out drive a 4runner due to its extra hp, while also hauling 7+ ppl and lots of gear… not to mention it can tow more also. 1st gen sequoias are offroad gold with a good set of tires.

[@yaza374]

@@user-tb5ns7hc5i ☹️

[@TheWinwin4all]

@@user-tb5ns7hc5i if there will be 7 people, there is no room for any gear )) this big car is so low on cargo space, it's just unbelievable

[@jetblackrover]

Looks like leds lights with seq turn signal, jbl premium audio, digital rearview is not standard in limited.

[@JRs-guitars]

Think id rather have a new 4runner. I agree about the Falken tires though. The real Wildpeaks are by far the best A/T along side the Pirelli scorpion A/T plus tires. My WildPeaks on my Ram put my buddy's KO2's to shame (both of us with 4wd Ram trucks)

[@davidmahan4160]

No one expects the Spanish Inquisition, especially on a car show. 🤣 Did I imagine it or did your charging up & fown to remove mud actually put mud on your driver front an rear tires🤔

[@p__jay]

do all trims have the same towing capacity?

[@TheCoffeeField]

The twilights look like a Chevy Traverse, which is actually not a bad thing

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

still needs a 2 row opt the folded down 3rd row takes up to much cargo space

[@ArseneLupin786]

thanks a lot for the review

[@2visiondigital]

I swear I had more fun in an old Subaru with dual range. It may have been a piece of crap but you couldn't kill it and it didn't cost 5 figures.

[@wildbill23c]

Those old Subarus were like mountain goats...they had a great bit of traction without all the traction control garbage found on everything today, and no electronic nannies to stop you dead in your tracks when a wheel slips.

[@jabhitler2700]

after watch this video iam keeping my 2018 Sequoia then... V8 No many electronics censor which will keep my car longer in workshop Or i will wait for the 3rd generation upgrade 🥴🥴

[@Motodrew]

@10:52 The "tail out fun" didn't live up to this long hype.

[@josephyoussef4445]

Thanks for the video! Could you please confirm that it's a hybrid as mentioned in title?

[@drivingsports]

Yes. The new Sequoia is only available as a hybrid.

[@josephyoussef4445]

@@drivingsports thanks!

[@adam10532]

The air dam was removed???

[@DavGreg]

As usual a great and thorough review. I do have a question: Who at Toyota decided to beat everything they make with an ugly stick? The interior reeks (like all Toyotas) of blocky cheap plastic and are generally garish. The excessively busy and outsized exterior is no better.

[@Glokens]

Is the third row any more manageable compared to the hybrid TRD pro?

[@drivingsports]

All Sequoias have identical packaging and power trains.

[@Sal_car88]

Are you going to do the reviews again with final production models? These are still prototype, no?

[@drivingsports]

Correct. We should also have final pricing and specs (MPG, etc) by then as well.

[@Sal_car88]

@@drivingsports would love to see them on your test hill!

[@thorsky2754]

Is that price confirmed?? I read it was $67k with just 4x4, Offroad package was more?

[@drivingsports]

That’s the pricing they provided us for the specific vehicle tested. Including TRD OR package and panorama Sunroof.

[@krisk1547]

Toyota made some design errors but i still love this truck. Too bad its not in my price range. New 4 runner is the best i can do and not trd pro version😢

[@Thirteen7447]

This is definitely the better option over the TRD pro.

[@BradMistry]

You couldn't test the off road vehicle yesterday because the terrain was wet?? Am I hearing this right?

[@drivingsports]

Certain types on mud are impassible when soaked. All you’d get to see is us spinning tires and tearing up the course - but ultimately going nowhere.

[@BradMistry]

@@drivingsports Fun video, but I look forward to when you take this on your course that you designed so people can get a good perspective how this vehicle compares to others. This video seemed a little too promotional the way Toyota pretested everything

[@richoylabiaga2392]

Is this available n the philippines? SRP hm??

[@irfanspace]

Does this comes with A track ? and honestly its way pretty low , 9.1 ground clearance is not enough, along with poor approach and departure angles , apart of this what about how deep this can go in water ?

[@drivingsports]

MTS is essentially a more advanced ATRAC.

[@irfanspace]

@@drivingsports very disappointment , previously Toyota was offering ATRAC with 4WD Basic models as standard , now they are more hungry and offering MTS etc as add on .. thanks for answer .

[@jetblackrover]

Does anyone know, limited has headupdisplay option?

[@Kanti12311]

So that’s cool and heated seat?

[@toyotasupra1064]

I love your channel KZbin and I love Toyota Sequoia😭😭😭😞❤️😞

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

Wtf. Why the crying emoji?

[@lexmarr5172]

I want to see the 2023 acura mdx top of the line on this track...

[@rangerover06sc]

How is 2WD better for towing? 2WD vehicles only have better towing rating because they weight less. Which you can't say about a part time 4WD. And every advantage you listed applies to Selectable 4WD vehicles with the 4-auto setting. Cause they have 2wd settings too. The only 2 real advantages to part time 4wd is that it is cheaper and more durable.

[@joelelkanahtheoway9211]

Bring it to Liberia and try it on regular roads. I bet it won't stand the mud. 😀😀

[@apexwetdog]

Debating between this or 2022 GX640. Which one would you choose as you’ve tested both?

[@drivingsports]

Personally I’d take the GX.

[@Odat]

I would go with the 22 GX all day long!. It has full time 4wd as well as a locking center differential!. It’s the best of all worlds. Part time 4wd is useless in real life because of binding issues. Full time 4wd will help you in the rain, snow, ice, dirt roads…you name it!. The GX is in my opinion is one of the best values around!. V8, full time 4wd, super quiet and reliable and all for around $60k!. A bargain to be honest!. Good luck.

[@romairoblackstock5100]

Take the Sequoia now...wait for the 2023/4 Lexus GX

[@whozatwhatszat3312]

Shout out to TFL with the “easy peasy”. 🤪

[@edtheguy487]

Really sucks you never did a video on the MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER YOU SHOULD DO ONE

[@romairoblackstock5100]

There is no need to. The average consumer is not interested in Mitsubishi.

[@laszlolanger5847]

Front and rear suspension are soft af... 9.53 lets roll again...:)

[@styledliving]

The true wheel downgrade is that we aren’t offered 17s with more sidewall. Anyone who’s purchasing this is going to want to go with BFG KO2, KM2, or Cooper ATW, maybe General Grabber X3 tires (If you’re Expedition Overland). You want larger tires to go over rough terrain and reduce vibration and harshness by airing down. Also, with more tire, if you hit a speed bump, parking barrier, or curb, you won’t damage your wheels. And now this. The danger's of Toyota's Traction control system including ABS. Not only will the system reduce throttle, it will actually: 1) engage braking if it finds there to be too much tire slippage even in the middle of a standard turn, 2) disable braking if you're on sand and don't have traction Let's give these two major SAFETY ISSUES some due attention. 1 - If you're driving, say on Highway 1 towards Gorda and Prewitt Ridge, you'll encounter areas along highway 1 that twist and turn. Even at the speed limit, Toyota's wheel speed sensors will notice enough difference if you corner hard enough. This happens in the Toyota Tacoma, 2nd and 3rd generation, This happens in the Toyota 4runner, (4th and 5th generation) and it happens in the Land Cruiser 200 series. All the vehicle's I've tested. When the brakes engage, it causes an uncontrollable understeer loss of traction. This is why YOU NEVER BRAKE IN THE MIDDLE OF A F***ING TURN. Because not only will you lose traction, you lose control. And in this specific situation, your vehicle is FORCED past the center divider into ONCOMING TRAFFIC. Toyota has created a death trap and an unsafe condition for not only the owner/operator/driver and occupants, but also for passengers of oncoming cars! This is unacceptable but it's been the same issue for almost TWO DECADES. 2 - Let's say you're in low traction terrain, be it snow in the winter, sand around pismo beach dunes, or rocky pebbly terrain in saline valley. If you encounter a loss of traction, Toyota will turn on ICE mode. Ice mode is when the traction control system makes the assumption that your given brake input (brake pedal force) greatly exceeds the traction the tires have. On the handful of times this might be useful, it might help on ice, but you should be using chains in the first place. In the other situations such as: a) muddy terrain hill descent b) sandy dunes about to go over the sheer side of the sand dune c) hitting the brakes when you toast a turn on a dirt road and are about to go off the side of a cliff YOU WILL DIE. This is no exaggeration. The proper mode for sand, dirt, mud, rocky is for the tires to lock up completely. The reason being that this will force your vehicle to dig into the ground, eventually lose ground clearance, and maximize the surface area for braking by using your vehicle's underchassis. It is no joke when i say literally that Toyota is trying to kill you.

[@chrisd5383]

Anyone want to play how much is the trd off-road package? Let’s get the guesses coming! The Tundra trd off-road package starts at $3,085.

[@jdmforever5583]

I mean honestly who's going to be treating their $80,000 SUV off-road like this

[@nighthogproductions5086]

If were crawling why arent we lowering the psi?