Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro worth the price?

The Sequoia is the largest SUV made by Toyota in the USA. This 2021 TRD Pro showcases all of the extreme off-road equipment Toyota has in their arsenal. On the outside you will see the TRD pro specific Lunar Rock paint, forged BBS wheels, Fox suspension, TRD running boards, and unique grill. On the inside there is a ton of room with 3-row seating but very dated materials and tech. Under the hood is the tried and true 5.7L V8 that pumps out 381HP & is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro worth the price?
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[@ericsantizo2753]

I love the sequoia. Especially the pro. Buuut the interior really needs an update for the asking price.

[@brandon6541]

Agreed

[@mjareacts2731]

And they say the inside of a Chevy truck is bland....

[@geoffreyroy6496]

Interior and exterior

[@SHURIKENRCN]

@@geoffreyroy6496 I like the exterior a lot but I see why people don’t (older styling)

[@gregorymark8667]

@@geoffreyroy6496 yup, looks like a fat frog on the road.

[@adama047]

Sure, it needs a major redesign, but it's just so damn reliable! That infotainment is right up my alley, so that's good. No ventilated seats at that price point is a bit of a head-scratcher. Big vehicle, big video, thanks for everything, Lori!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that we could share this one with you! You really hit the nail on the head!

[@itzjdub282]

Agreed

[@anthonybaez52]

I also love how the back window rolls down

[@damachine3]

The back window on the 4Runner rolls down as well. I just sold my 4Runner and bought the new 2021 Land Cruiser Heritage Edition and I miss that feature but I have found that the exhaust finds its way into the cabin when I do that...and, when I'm accessing the rear to grab stuff, I open the lift gate anyway. So, on the one hand it's nice but it really didn't provide much use for me.

[@shawnjalbert6458]

my dad has an 04 tundra that does the same thing he got both my hands stuck in it once when we got home and he was rolling all the windows up lol but other than that 5 stars 💀

[@purabus5450]

You are right and it is seriously better than vehicles in which you have to open the rear glass like a separate boot thing(ish).

[@Anomize23]

@@damachine3 Thats why you open the sun roof to prevent that and let the air keep out the rear or your windows down.

[@merah-putih5750]

Yea . When i am smoking always open back window

[@mattmekhaeil]

She’s old but still gets the job done. She’s a tank and will last you very long! Lunar rock color shines fantastic in the sun. Nice and bright!

[@MrPugheaven]

Loving the old school on this tbh, it is what it is... and less to go wrong lets be honest!

[@christianc6941]

Great review as always! Your reviews make car shopping easy! Thanks! 🤙🏼

[@clintceholski2515]

Had a 2013 and just traded for a 2021. Both Platinum models. Love em

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Clint!

[@fluffyres6107]

Love the Sequoia! Cant wait for the redesign! I love my ’07 Sequoia with a nice V8 and Off road capabilities with 3rows of seats. I call it the off-road minivan. Thanks for the fantastic review!

[@tymom9313]

Not me! Its gonna b a V6

[@GrummanCheetahPilot]

Same here Fluffy. Purchased the 08 new when it came out and drove it 9 years (a record for me) traded it in on a 17 Yukon XL Denali and liked the Yukon, but missed the rear glass feature. 3 years later went back to Sequoia (2010 Limited). Just biding my time until late 2022 when the new sequoia will supposedly launch. If it’s anything like the Tundra, then TTV6 is the power plant ( no V8). Will probably give it some time and try to buy one after 1st year. Will definitely miss the V8 sound, but will appreciate the improved fuel/towing expected from the new power train.

[@joesmith-em2cd]

This truck still looks great, considering how dated the design is. It just needs some LED taillights and a major update to the interior.

[@IamJay02]

@Ian Yeah but ya see it uses the same platform as the tundra which is a truck.

[@rob.ny-la]

Plus about $10,000 in bigger tires, engine upgrades, body armor, electrical upgrades, I mean the list goes on and on. This is a great car for the retired soccer mom that doesn't mind waisting money.

[@juddblaney9320]

I’m really surprised they never put the newer Tundra front end on it and updated the taillights. I think this model would have sold a lot better if it had gotten a facelift

[@tragicdeyz2641]

Your zonks were all legit EXCEPT for that engine Joe. No one looking at these is worrying about mileage any way. Great review and camera work as always!

[@misterzeno225]

This thing is WAY too outdated for the price. My favorite YT channel, if you’re ready I’m ready!

[@Tuckytuck864]

Man of all the people on KZbin doing car reviews…yours are the best. Keep up the good work and definitely wait for the 23 refreshed Sequoia

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that brother! Tune in tomorrow for the Sequoia!

[@stevep5736]

Love my 2010. This thing is a tank ! Most reliable and safe vehicle on the market of SUV’s. Worth every penny !

[@TopGunMav-bm6hu]

Hey 👋 another great video by you and Mrs. Another prime example of a dated vehicle that can still look good and perform when needed kind of like what I have. Thank you for bringing this one to us. Great job as always.

[@AldermanFredCDavis]

Rented a Sequoia in 2019 for a long weekend. Best vehicle I've ever driven in my life. If I hit the Lotto this year, THIS is what I would buy.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for sharing that input from your experience!

[@tymom9313]

Awesome thing with sequoia is you could buy a 08' and get almost every feature!

[@guccicheez9317]

This is actually a SUV I would consider, a vehicle to pull the boat with 4×4 and plenty of room. Looks like a great option Joe.

[@refineme]

Comes with a Torsen center diff in 4WL, so no binding at all when in tight turns on dry pavement, acts like an AWD system. My wife never takes it out of 4WL in the MN winters. You can push button lock the center diff, so it becomes 4x4 and should only be used off road or vey low traction conditions. Also comes standard with a 4.30 gears so it tows with ease. Also comes double wishbone suspension, only SUV with that design so it tows and handles pretty nimble for a tank.

[@tymom9313]

Most reliable suv you can.buy!

[@jdr03272]

​@@refinemecan you explain this? I had no idea that the diff is open enough to make tight turns and that alone will probably push me into one.

[@youarerightboss]

Outstanding presentation, Joe and Lori. Sequioa TRD Pro, simply the BEST!

[@LandCruisin]

Its spacious, but I've never been a fan of the look. I especially don't understand why Toyota decided not to update the tail lights.

[@b.f.378]

I was just about to comment that. They could have easily updated the tail lights like they did with the headlights when they refreshed it for 2018

[@fluffyres6107]

@@b.f.378 yes they should have

[@mcruz4467]

I agree on that tail light as well!

[@tinhinnh]

@@rob.ny-la They can afford to give it the Pro treatments but too cheap to update the tails

[@user-sb6yv3kx6u]

السكويا احسن من الفكسار اشترها

[@michaeljimenez4430]

Bought it back in November 2020. Changed the tires, I love it.

[@tomdrummy4984]

I think if you take the engine out, that would be the same square footage as standard hotel room. 😊

[@deborelgateaux3543]

Love it, this reminds me the 1st gen Dodge Durango. Great review as always Joe !

[@luisfernandes5998]

BTW, the tailgate can be opened & closed from the cockpit, there is a button to the left of the steering wheel. Additionally there is another secret stach area, the double cup holders in front of the center console can be removed for added storage or small items like cash , cr cards can stowed under it.

[@Goku-mr2jw]

Tail lights are a "MAYOR ZONK" wholly cow, we now have next level zonks 😂 You're the Best Joe.

[@johnnyjohn4898]

Man, I like the way you are presenting the cars!!! 👍

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Awesome Looking SUV Joe, Also I Totally Love The Full - Size SUV's.

[@lydellbell4638]

Great Content Excellent Review 👍🏻👍🏻

[@scatpackbob3707]

Great review (which I always look forward to) 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 thx!!!! My .02 worth...too dated, plenty of other options available. Wait for the redesign if you are Toyota bound. Special thanks and a tip of the 🎩 going out to Lori!

[@rightlanehog3151]

The SR5 remains the bargain of the 3 ton, V8, gas-guzzling SUV segment.

[@enderjeff293]

I have a 2007 Toyota sequoia limited V8 and I've grown up with it all my life. I'm glad to see it is still getting the attention tho I do wish the V8 was still there

[@RaitisRides]

heck yeah!

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true and funny 😄😆🤣💯good 💯👍

[@CCCA_Playz]

This dude was hungry when making this video lol!!!

[@CarShark]

The sequoia is a really nice hefty car. Amazing color and car! Can’t wait for the re-design. Great review Joe!

[@Roberttuck5611]

Great review Joe. I’d wait for the redesign

[@SpeedNoodles]

"Every guy needs a Twinkie box." .. it's not just guys, my friend :)

[@anthonybaez52]

A 5.7L V8 very strong engine

[@tymom9313]

Exactly! You are paying for reliability!

[@yes8032]

Thumbs up for this car and review 👍

[@HTXREDD25]

After owning a TRD pro 4runner and 5 tundras (most recently a 20’ Army Green TRD Pro), I wanted to try something different. This is my favorite Toyota yet. So spacious, and Lunar Rock is amazing in person.

[@GladiatorLBS]

He really had fun zonking in the interior! I really would've done the same. But yeah! 7 inch screen for 2021?

[@shaunmoran2963]

Have the 2020 army green pro. Perfect family car! We love it and plan to give it to my children when they drive. My children are 4 and 1.

[@aneelejaz8097]

Lunar rock! Beautiful color!

[@LS1007]

Toyota reliability but lacking some overdue upgrades. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Nicely done you and Lori! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

Two things 1. My dad used have a 2010 sequoia and got a 2015 escalade then lexus lx 2. Can you give ur thoughts on the new gr86 and the new toyota corolla cross. Toyota USA has reveal the car

[@gavinwalker1876]

Great review, I’ve actually got a deposit and waiting for this exact one, but 2022, for the wifey. As old and dated, she’s worried the 2023 will look super masculine like the new tundras. What are your thoughts on the tires, they seem a bit small, but how much bigger could fit without adjusting anything else? 285/70/R18? 285/65? Or are the stock ones ok in person?

[@handyman2183]

Had a 2011 Sequoia Platinum and loved everything about it.

[@Eduardo1133]

Just got a 2021 platinum and I love it. I was dead set on a TRD Pro, but after seeing the Platinum I couldn't resist

[@itzjdub282]

Why did you get rid of it?

[@handyman2183]

Needed more towing and only two rows.

[@Joseph-ug9dn]

I hope you get to 1M sub your an amazing car reviewer

[@hitwondatalkditingdem]

That truck look siiick love it

[@youarerightboss]

Awesome video, Joe and Wife(Boss)!

[@arushbhai]

This is my favorite car, but unfortunately, I cant afford it. Ive been in love with this SUV since 2011

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@davidkaminski615]

Buy an '08 for $12K, swap out the headlights, grill, and wheels for newer versions and you got yourself a 2020 Toyota Sequoia for $14k!

[@mcximus]

I still have my 05 sequoia with 200,000 plus mile. Still running good

[@jeffkimmel3033]

Ours has 136k just broken in!

[@mcximus]

@@jeffkimmel3033 point A to point car that just kept on giving

[@gamingwithh4689]

great vid

[@longboardguy]

Hi did this have a heated wheel? I really do like this vehicle I need the cargo space, the V8 for pulling and I like that it rides smooth. For the harsh winters in Alberta Canada I think it’s one hell of a vehicle. Really trying to decide haha. This or wait for redesign and when can we expect to see a redesign on the actual dealership floor to buy is the question. Great review thanks again

[@mansukii2283]

Love the look of the sequoia but the interior needs a major upgrade especially for that price point

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you!

[@TheRpettit84]

The dead button next to the center diff lock is for the air suspension control which comes on the Platinum.

[@theofficialpeterkim]

Even with this being outdated, I would still purchase it if it had a larger gas tank. Only thing missing is a 38 gallon tank.

[@luisurbieta8924]

Hi Zonorman, love the Toyota Sequoia but even though it's not the most beautiful or doesn't have Rolls-Roice quality or tech I think it's a great but it could be improved. Bow can Toyot fix their mistakes?

[@licho01rivera]

I just sold my 1st generation 2006 last month. Drove it to the wheels almost fell off. At 203,000 miles. Loved it to death. I really didn't like the 2nd generation. So I went with the Infinity I've always drove Toyota's my 1st new vehicle was a 4 runner limited back in 1999. Can't wait to see if their is a re design. They might get me back. My hubby drives a 2005 tundra still going at almost 260,000 drives like a champ. Will be upgrading for 2022 new tundra. These cars are so reliable.

[@youarerightboss]

Joe really hates those 2nd row armrests. LOL 🤭😂🤣

[@laddidad]

Melted water 😂😂😂. Love it Joe!

[@vindevhunta4905]

Trd...love that paint job

[@trevorgwelch7412]

Joe how ya doing ? Is this great vehicle made in USA or Japan ? Thanks .

[@alexrattner]

I enjoyed this video

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for letting me share it with you!

[@youarerightboss]

You can lift the tailgate with your FOB or dashboard selector switch, too.

[@bbkangs]

Next they are gonna make a Prius TRD

[@luisfernandes5998]

I have a 2021 Sequoia TRD PRO and I luv it, I may upgrade the head unit for a larger screen, 23k miles in and it drives like new.

[@Justsome_Randomdude]

It’s crazy how Toyota is still using the same exact design from 50 YEARS AGO!

[@rob.ny-la]

Why wouldn't they. There making millions on old sh*t

[@anthonybaez52]

Back seat looks so comfortable

[@mystictk4149]

That thing is huge and the design is nice.

[@afonsogarcia9997]

what watch are you wearing ?

[@R4W]

Me looking at Joe standing next to an SUV: hmm seems a bit small for a sequoia Also me: oh yeah Joe is 5 inches taller than me 🥲

[@kgthegreatone943]

Good job lori !

[@steelers12391]

you can remove the front cup holders too for more storage

[@dennismcclain3542]

I can’t believe he said surge!! 😂🤣 video deserves a like just from that.

[@AzenBerries]

Would like this, a tundra, 4runner or a land cruiser or LX/GX to replace my 96 suburban. But im just worried about how comfortable it will be since my suburban has the most relaxing and comfortable seats I've ever sat in

[@Wild1995]

Great example of how Toyota is behind the 8 ball

[@IamJay02]

I'm really curious to see what the turbo V6 will look like.

[@youarerightboss]

Purchased my 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Super White for $58,693 in February. Dealers are now selling them for $68,000 without budging. An appreciating asset, indeed.

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

I’d personally choose the Armada over this but I still like these a lot, way cheaper than the land cruiser. Awesome color! Great vid!

[@onterrioredmon5711]

I’d get the sequoia over the Tahoe any day

[@kristians2704]

except for reliability, the Tahoe is better in every way.

[@Shortorderboy1048]

@@kristians2704 I will say Chevy transmission doesn’t feel as good to me but in every other aspect besides reliability, Tahoe and Yukon are better

[@Esimba62]

With a lil love and maintance you will be with your tahoe for a loooong time,you will never need a sequoia never ever!!!

[@jerryware1970]

That’s a big SUV They’re taking away the V8 and replacing it with a dual turbo charge v6...lifespan of the engine isn’t going to be the same

[@IamJay02]

Yup

[@tigerhoods7927]

Facts I love the v8

[@BornInBosnia]

Chevy ' 6.2 v8 gets better mileage, has more power, and reliability is just as good if not better. That's why they're scrapping the 5.7. People weren't buying it due to poor mileage. I agree though, the new turbo engine will be a disaster. Toyota/lexus is going through some rough times.

[@MeliorIlle]

@@BornInBosnia That's from transmission choice, not displacement.

[@DeadofWinter321]

@@BornInBosnia - Hate to break it to you, but no GM comes close to the reliability of a Toyota..especially the newest models GM offers.

[@Wxman9123]

Unironically love that the sequoia still has curves. Really tired of blocky angles on everything.

[@lightsout827]

Is this bigger than the land cruiser ? Saw a land cruiser on a Toyota lot last week. 2021 and the sticker was $115k. So expensive

[@morrisf3957]

Really nice.solid suv Toyota old school quality is what loyal customers want leave it simple.

[@erich964]

You should do a Toyota Land Cruiser review. Best SUV of all time. End of story. And they’re not making them any longer and prices are through the roof. It’s the most iconic and reliable SUV ever built. I enjoy your channel hope to see that review soon

[@therealist1103]

Sliding pistachio sold me😂

[@paulamaral8029]

Dope color

[@Rorschach__NoCompromise]

I see people complaining about the bland interior.. these are the same people who wants big tech electronics on the inside but complain about always being at the dealership with electrical issues… more wiring and tech = more issues.. SIMPLE..

[@hernandopizarro755]

Fun in the field. :)

[@hahahahah8396]

Wonder if this fits in a small garage

[@bryce3081]

I can't imagine the next one in person on the citrus metallic trd pro yet

[@michellariviere4911]

Front tow hooks are made to be towed. Not to pull. Differential gears are built to apply load in drive, not in reverse. So tow forward

[@coltonmarshburn1828]

I know that the Sequoia is being redesigned for the 2023 model year. I really hope Toyota adds an extended wheelbase version to compete with the Chevrolet Suburban

[@drix0404]

I’m waiting for your video on the Toyota Corolla cross! 😊

[@danno_1520]

Amazing

[@coy9898]

I can't believe Toyota keeps going with dated designs. It was the main reason I didn't but a Corolla was the 10yr old looking interior

[@RaitisRides]

Change is coming!

[@aaronwilson5978]

What's the direct competitor to this vehicle Yukon ?

[@BigMikeRobinsonFJB]

Tahoe, Expedition and Yukon

[@MrWest-cs8nz]

Love mine can't place a price on safety and family. If you need to get gone this thing is a rocket!!! I love this look super hard!!! And yes it's worth the price we fit the in laws the kids dogs love it!!! And of course dependability AHHHHH!!!!! Best vehicles on the road!!! OH and good luck getting one!!! Pulled up to the Toyota dealership looking for a corolla for my son he's going to college, salesman said where'd you get that there's none in stock?? Yeah I know wanna sell it? NOPE!!! Gas mileage is pretty good on the highway as well!!! Hope that helped!!!

[@blueskythinker1499]

I’m gonna say no, I would rather wait for the re-design.

[@mskizzsogood5929]

Me too. Or just wait for the Nissan Pathfinder

[@youarerightboss]

Your problem.

[@timothyjimenez4243]

When is it gonna be?

[@moonman_8935]

I dont think there will be a redesign during our lifetime.

[@youarerightboss]

@@moonman_8935, I hope not. Leave well enough alone. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

[@johndoyle3232]

Absolutely worth the price

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.

[@mlee6136]

Surprised it has lane keep tech considering a lot if other stuff is so dated. Also appreciate the rear AC controls. I’d wait for the refresh for sure..

[@supersaiyan310]

THANKS, Laurie!!!

[@RaitisRides]

She really is the best!