The Toyota Of SUVs | 2021 Toyota Sequoia

[@thebetterway73]

I have a 2011 barely broken in at 90k miles. It’s a beast in snow, tows like a dream, is super comfy, and has tons of room for dogs and kids. Bullet proof reliability beats fuel economy for me.

[@kenaidiun3736]

I have a 2010 at 75K miles. Totally agreed with you.

[@charlieclown9913]

Same here with 2012. You pay for it. And its worth it!

[@stevep5736]

Totally with you Sequoia Brother !!

[@TheEmmauswalk]

100% agree-our 2016 tows like a champ 6000 lbs camper.

[@ryanbane]

Sweet! 2017 on the outside, 2009 on the inside!

[@normt430]

^^^post of the day^^^ lol!

[@RKO859]

Who tf cares? Are you sleeping on the instrument panels and humping the seats?

[@normt430]

@@RKO859 I guess you don't mind the chaffing from those hard injector molded plastics!

[@isaacashurov365]

I'm sure they keep up with the price updating every year

[@normt430]

@@isaacashurov365 so a 2021 Sequoia competes with a 2021 Tahoe similarly priced? These autoshow cancelations really have some misinformed.

[@ISLANDSKIN]

Society is getting softer. Most of the complaints I see are from people with soft hands who need heated steering wheels and air conditioned tooshies and are to lazy to reach out and turn a simple nob. Every issue has been addressed in this old platform except the fuel economy which i can deal with. It isnt a civic. And MPG isnt why we buy these. Old design? Yes. Reliable? Check! All the rugged reliability and proven performance without all the girly man bells and whistles. The peace of mind of knowing my wife and kids wont be stranded on the side of the road is priceless!

[@sprague49]

Lexus needs a version of the Sequoia in their lineup to slot between the GX and LX. the could call it the OX.

[@cashkenterprises5584]

Lexus should put a front end on a tundra and sell a super high end pickup

[@jaywho476]

😂

[@georgesnyder5337]

@@cashkenterprises5584 What could go wrong? Worked well for Lincoln...

[@kevinbarry71]

Call it old if you want to; but this thing is for someone who knows he can buy it and keep it for a very long time and not have any problems. Long after all of those products from Chrysler, Ford or GM have been recycled. Reviewer's only care about what is new. They never care about how much trouble something will be to own. At least this time he didn't incorrectly state that this truck has a solid rear axle.

[@Painfulwhale360]

My wife and I have a 2015 Sienna that we haul around our 4 kids with. We love the Sienna but want something that can haul everyone and tow. I think this will be our next vehicle. It's old but there's still something about it to love.

[@mogradme8535]

We've still got our 2002 Sequoia with 300,000 miles and only minor suspension work in the last 20 years. While the powertrains are legendary, it's hard to justify the new Sequoia's interior and fuel economy.

[@MyAlexWest]

smart!!!!!!! best family car!

[@dlg5485]

Impossible to justify if you ask me. Toyota should be embarrassed selling ancient models like this. It's not like they aren't one of the largest and most profitable brands in the world, so they can definitely afford to keep their products up to date...they just choose not to.

[@SimornM]

i really like the athletic look of the 1st gen sequoias lol

[@naveenthemachine]

@@dlg5485 if this gets redesigned on the TNGA platform only to find out that it shrinks inside cargo and passenger volume wise vs the old gen

[@dlg5485]

@@naveenthemachine Any redesign obviously won't go in that direction. Toyota isn't stupid, they know from their own market research exactly what buyers want in a vehicle like this... comfort and roominess, modern tech, decent fuel efficiency, and the 'appearance' of off-road capability. Only .01 percent of owners will ever take this vehicle off the pavement, but they all want it to look like they will.

[@Ficon]

Toyota: why bother developing a new SUV when you can just keep sending the same one to KZbinrs once a year.

[@jaywho476]

Alex does indeed like to re-review the exact same vehicle. Good for business, however. “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” We're of course the really insane ones buying this snake oil.

[@Ficon]

@@jaywho476 It’s not Alex. It’s manufacturer PR departments sending the same cars for reviews once a year to remind people that hey you can still get an anemic 13 mpg oxcart in 2021.

[@ednorton47]

@@Ficon Gas mileage penalty vs spending time and money in the shop on repairs. Take your choice.

[@Ficon]

@@ednorton47 if you drive 8000 miles a year, you are paying an extra $500/year in gas. At the end of warranty, you have built up a $2000 major repair buffer.

[@ednorton47]

@@Ficon That may be true, but your time, trouble, and headaches are worth something. After owning a Honda Accord for the last 5 years, I will never buy a General Motors or Ford car again.

[@Van-Hammer]

I'm surprised that there's no flood damage - since Noah must have owned one of these...

[@elei7839]

Well... if Noah were to pick a Ford, humanity might not have survived.

[@rayF4rio]

Yeah, I seriously considered buying one of these....... 10 years ago.

[@pedrofernandez8729]

And you would have been very satisfied.

[@normt430]

Thanks for avoiding the "Toyota Tax "!

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@pedrofernandez8729 They are extremely inefficient, and the V8 produces so much heat, these will end up burning oil, or leaking, like Sequoia of my father is doing, with 119,000 miles, what a joke.

[@Anomize23]

5 years with my 4runner and trouble free. They are made to beat the hell out it. I never slow down on speed bumps, the truck is unstoppable and will run you over. Its old but it drives and made like gold. Its hard to find anything mechanical that people complain about this vehicle.

[@audaciousifti]

The age shows but you can be Damn sure that this thing will outlive you and your grandkids

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

Lane keep assist?! Coffee works for me. Love my 2013 Sequoia 5.7 Limited. And you can have it when you can pry it from my cold dead fingers, which you’ll probably have to do because it will probably out live me. Let me know when you’re domestic toaster hits 500,000 kms and then we can talk about value and gas mileage and...

[@ShinobiTekken]

This v8 will outlast all the crappy v6 turbo engines

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed. But they are more efficient though. I wonder how the math will work out

[@oldieznut1]

This comment aged well given the new V6 problems that popped up

[@PaulHo]

I remember checking out the 3rd row at an auto show, and hands down it was the best available. While Ford and GM had to figure out what they were doing with their rear suspension packaging, the Sequoia sat just like the second row for real people.

[@bsowhat]

The Sequoia has a center differential so you can run 4 high all the times if desired. It is really a 4 auto mode.

[@dimdim3490]

yeah i think he made a mistake. Sequoia is all the time AWD, not part time, otherwise center lock differential button he showed would be unnecessary. The ground clearance seemed to be increased for 2021 to 12.6 at least according to the canadian website www.toyota.ca/toyota/en/vehicles/sequoia/models-specifications

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

It's better than 4A. 4A uses a clutch that always opens and closes, this has a torsen diff which is much better.

[@BradleyEdwardAnderso]

I am ok with re-reviewing year to year iterations. Although the MPG is very low, I admire the tried and true mantra. Partly why I am so happy with my new to me 2018 Tundra base model.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, 'Cheaper by the foot than a Land Cruiser' I hope Toyota marketing pays you fair royalties if they adopt your carefully crafted concept. I have a CRAZY idea for the next Sequoia, how about a 2 door Sequoia like those massive Broncos and Blazers from the 70s-80s? Two tone paint would be ideal for that retro-themed variation. While we are waiting, the SR5 Sequoia is a bargain today. Finally, when discussing this 3 ton 'dinosaur', I would argue that the 'elephant in the room' is RELIABILITY across a Sequoia's typical 20+ year lifespan not Fuel Efficiency across a competitor's lifespan that is likely to be far shorter.

[@normt430]

Did you know that GMC Hummer EV is coming with 700-1,000 horsepower before Toyota redesigns every truck/SUV with gas engines again?

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

Wow, Alex. I learned more in the last 29 minutes re: vehicle vs. vehicle vs. vehicle. etc., than I have been able to learn on my own in 29 days! Another fantastic review!

[@vroonster]

You can keep it in 4wd in any conditions as it has a viscous coupling in the center diff.

[@dimdim3490]

i think he made a mistake. The only thing, Sequoia does not have a viscous coupling but a Torsen center differential and is all the time AWD, not part time, otherwise center differential lock button he showed would be unnecessary. The ground clearance seemed to be increased for 2021 to 12.6 at least according to the canadian toyota website.

[@lookasism]

You are right about the torsen center diff with locking feature, but i think the Sequoia is part time 4wd (the Toyota multimode system). You have option of RWD, AWD( center unlocked), 4hi/4lo (center locked)

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Not viscous coupling but a mechanical torsen differential. Subaru does the viscous couplings.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

@@lookasism That would make it the best 4WD system out there!

[@SilverScarletSpider]

Toyota Sequoia, Land Cruiser, 4Runner, Highlander, FJ Cruiser, Tacoma, Hilux, Tundra. Quite the powerful line up indeed.

[@Traysandor]

I mean if you only ever want to buy one SUV, then Toyota has you covered. Yeah, we know the MPG sucks but at least it is virtually indestructible. 20 years from now you can give this to your kid with 250,000 miles on it and it'll still be good to go.

[@naveenthemachine]

Can’t say the same for gm w their complex dynamic cylinder skipping or ford products w their ecoboost and their over complicated 10 speed

[@Traysandor]

Sure, GM may outsell everyone, but there's a good reason for that. You're expected to buy another one as soon as the loan or lease is up. Toyota may not be a best seller, but it doesn't have to be. If you take care of it you can easily hand this vehicle down to your 16-year old kid... That you're a good 5 years away from even having that child.

[@rustlesee]

Sequoia, Land Cruiser, Tacoma, 4Runner.. just update the lights and call it updated. 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@James-il3tq]

Please add 8 speed transmission and some basic safety features (especially dynamic cruise control) then we're good 😀

[@daweed980]

Sad but true

[@jamesinsteamboat]

And people pay more for it because they think reliability is everything, without realizing that they pay thousands extra in horrendous fuel economy for years before a different manufacturers's warranty even ends.

[@robertoavalosjr.2529]

@@jamesinsteamboat but they won’t pay horrendous thousands of dollars for years in repairs

[@dygardion9130]

And they still sell!!!

[@jorgemanuel6705]

If you go for a Toyota is for reliability... The Sequoia will last years more than all his competitors combine with no issues. Every other brands are to fill your mouth with yap yap yap... Does anyone have heard about those two Tundras that have reached 1 million miles with just regular maintenance? That is Toyota for you. And don't forget the best resale value.

[@MyAlexWest]

99% morons are here dont even have a car or family to fit in car.

[@goonies_never_say_die]

I have owned a first and second generation Sequoia, Land Cruiser, LX570 and a Yukon Denali and there is something to the Sequoia that just works. It's reliability and utility are top notch and the usable third row and roll down rear window provide more usability than some of the competition. I also know several people who have had issues with their 2015 GM truck transmissions. The Sequoia just packs a lot into a slightly more compact package than the full size GMs although it could stand to be an inch or two narrower and obviously needs better fuel economy.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

The roll down glass is gone now.

[@fightsandfinance7570]

​@@imnotusingmyrealname4566 I'm in the market for a 2021 or 2022 Sequoia ... also the new ones don't have all their seats folded down flat, another bad thing with the new ones. Looking for a Platinum variant Black on Black 2021 or 2022 with less than 5K miles. There is one on the market right now but the interior is the beige color which I don't want. Lol

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

@@fightsandfinance7570 yes the new ones have really bad cargo practicality, wow black on black with beige interior is weird

[@fightsandfinance7570]

@@imnotusingmyrealname4566 Well the one on the market.. it's black outside and the interior is beige... I picked up a 2022 Camry used SE 3 weeks ago because my 2014 Corolla's engine got fried since I crashed it and never fixed the front and turned out thr radiator wasn't working the whole time and fried the head gasket over time and I'm a DoorDash driver so ... I had to get another car but intend to fix the 2014 Corolla fully.. Ill swap this camry for a Sequoia while it's still available to get a 2021 or 2022 fresh which is what I intend to do at least. Payments are high tho. The sequoia will put my payments at over 1K .. I want a fresh one if I'm getting one. I can get one with some miles on it a bit of earlier years for like 40K but I want a fresh one. That black one with the beige interior is 70K .. 2K miles on it though,.which I think is worth it btw. What u think?

[@smattt]

@@fightsandfinance7570 Did you end up getting it? I'm in the market for a 2021/2022 Sequioa now..

[@mark_u]

Quite surprising that the Sequoia still has better handling than the Expedition despite being 10,000 years old!

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

I know that this is an old vehicle but I still want one of these. There is something about it that I aspire to have.

[@luism8612]

Maybe it’s a fetish?

[@James-il3tq]

Perfect doomsday vehicle. Not far away with Blue wave in power 🤯

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

@@luism8612 No maybe it just want it run over everything

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

@@James-il3tq I think you are right

[@prophetjoshuaappiahministr5778]

Sequoia is the best SUV I have ever seen and I encourage anyone looking for an SUV which can go anywhere, should go in for Sequoia because it is the best among all

[@stevee8318]

It's interesting that both Toyota and Fiat Chrysler share a "if people are still buying it, why spend money to change it?" philosophy with vehicles like the Tacoma, Tundra, Sequioa, Durango, Challenger, and Charger.

[@MyAlexWest]

Fiat Chrysler??? only brain dead morons would buy or compare those too

[@matte8441]

Am i the only one who thinks they shouldn’t do a major update on this vehicle? It’s a proven, solid powertrain and no frills. Only things that do have to be changed is the infotainment system and the transmission. Its a strong transmission but takes a while to do something. I drove a Tundra with the same powertrain and I have more confidence passing on my 140hp VW Golf because it manages its gears better.

[@alekane47]

Seqouia always been a workhorse I love mine since 05

[@wilhelm4089]

In The Year Two Thousand IN THE YEAR TWO THOUSAND!

[@PaulHo]

What a time.

[@bigpeeler]

LOL 😂👍

[@dygardion9130]

This model has been here since 2008 He meant the first gen model was on 2000

[@Elricky124]

Lol, it has been a minutes.

[@2146USMC]

Today I purchased my Toyota sequoia, your videos have been a lot of help! Thanks!

[@islandmerchandise3017]

Recline is important. Third row recline also also important for 3 row suv

[@bbbt8090]

A beast to last 10 years

[@wileecoyote5749]

Multiple by another 5

[@cantsay5141]

If you have to worry about fuel you don’t need this truck. But for the rest of us we will be getting one.

[@mojorisin7371]

The best feature and one that every suv should have is a slide down rear hatch glass. Hope this suv keeps this feature unlike the hilander..

[@awtenter]

Been watching Doug for a while now and have to say that you do a great job on these and it’s very informative with the comparisons!

[@thirstypilgrim97]

A 2018 Sequoia Platinum has more features than a base 2018 Lexus GX... the Sumo in Platinum trim is very nice.

[@terryl6706]

It amazes me that a vehicle like that still exists in 2020.With gas prices steadily increasing,that’s an expensive way to travel.

[@hellkitty1014]

Toyota simply does not care much for their North American truck market, which is insane because if they seriously updated the Tundra(coming) and this, they could easily double their selling rates. Alex said its 11 years old. Umm no, it is 14. Factoring in the 12 MPG(because Toyota puts 4.30 gears on this and the Tundra) and the woefully outdated interior(Holy Mother of panel gaps!), it is not a good buy, other than reliability and resale. But you have to live with it everyday...

[@ruzzelladrian907]

Imagine if Toyota put a 5L V8 engine in the Sequoia and sport tune the suspension. OMG.

[@jeffevey5763]

just a quick note, at 4:51, you said 410 lb-f (not 401). Great video, thorough like always!

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

I know why you said that

[@james2042]

Jeep and nissan both proved that old does not mean bad, bad design is just bad design. The grand cherokee and the patrol (now armada) are two very well designed vehicles. The GC actually is a segment leader despite its age, and has a better layed out interior than many vehicles with redesigns in the past couple of years. This is why, despite a ground up redesign, its not actually that different than the current model. As for the armada, it really went rounds with last gen tahoes, despite the extreme refresh in 2015. The sequoia really just had a poorly designed interior from the get go, and this is a common issue with many toyota's from the 2000's. They have fixed most of their interiors on vehicles when they were redesigned, but this hasn't had a redesign. Same goes for the land cruiser, tundra, 4runner, lx 570 and gx 460.

[@coltonmarshburn1828]

On the size chart, you’re displaying the 2020 Yukon, not the 2021

[@yes8032]

I can’t wait for the refresh of this car

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

I know why you said that

[@yes8032]

@@whitemailprivilege2830 ?

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

@@yes8032 ??

[@serkanister3620]

Good to know that

[@yes8032]

@@whitemailprivilege2830 ???

[@lookasism]

No way would i pull a 4900 lb trailer with a Highlander with any regularity.

[@saadtheman1]

toyotas for life!

[@michaelgehrke8272]

Better fuel economy to go with the legendary reliability shouldn't be too much to ask for.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Attemps to increase fuel economy usually destroy reliability. Toyota has critical turbo issues on the new Tundra and it will take a while until it's solved.

[@balikbayan21]

12mpg? This is long overdue for a refresh.

[@yt0500323022]

Refresh? More like a complete redo!!

[@MyAlexWest]

it is free country not USSR. people free to buy anything they want i hope you are not other sjw from california who believes in climate change! btw buddy, where is electricity come from for your tesla?i know. gas and coal burning stations!

[@omgitsme435]

Refresh? Toyota doesn't understand.

[@julius6238]

@@MyAlexWest lol you comment was not needed. Even for the large suv class 12mpg is bad. Plus not once did he tell anyone how, what, and when to buy anything. He mention the Mileage per gallon. How in the world did you end up insulting California, Tesla, and anyone who believes science is mind hurting. Just be honest you have been waiting to mention your comment?!?! Lol

[@MyAlexWest]

@@julius6238 #anyone who believes science science? how old are you, sunny boy? I remember vividly article in NY times in 70s saying / NEW ICE AGE IS COMING. / and believe me, those cars in 70x were real gas hogging monsters!

[@michaelhorner4011]

The dash on the Sequoia look 10 years more outdated than even the current Tundra .... WOW !

[@fievelk5719]

In this day and age I think auto reliability matters less than style, gimmicks, infotainment and refresh cycles

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

I know why you said that

[@naveenthemachine]

What if those gimmicks break? Is anyone really going to look at the Fuel savings and say “with the improved fuel savings I can afford to pay to have this gimmick fixed”

[@Anonymous-ld8ox]

I own a newer Lexus and yes, car reliability doesn't matter much anymore. In 10 years, cars will be much more advanced and with the Dems in power, ICEs will be legislated away. Cars like mine will be obsolete dinosaurs. Why would you care about 15 year reliability when they'll inconvenience ICEs as much as possible. High carbon taxes on gas, banned from cities, etc.

[@jwmilli]

@@Anonymous-ld8ox I completely agree, but at the end of the day everything has to trickle down through bureaucracy. In the US, Biden wants to put in 550,000 EV chargers across the country (the equivalent to 5 EV plugs per currently existing gas station, number wise) That takes time to build, and it takes even longer to get through state, local...etc. Same with crackdown regulations, which I imagine will increasingly vary by state...All to say don't count out reliability just yet (and congrats on the Lexus, I had a '16 IS and loved it)

[@James-il3tq]

@@Anonymous-ld8ox Republicans will take back senate in 2 years and house in 4. Then likely undo half of bidens 1000 Presidential orders.

[@marcusj4467]

This vehicle has a center differential so that the vehicle can be driven anywhere with 4WD engaged. The centre locking differential button would force 50/50 power split and would cause binding if used on paved roads. Check Driving Sports TV review as he goes into this aspect in detail. If you have a different perspective please share but I thought it worth noting this as even though the Sequoia is a part-time Awd system it can be left in 4H basically making it a full-time AWD with the option to lock the differential for extreme scenarios.

[@AZBuff97]

There is a significant error in this video. The 4H selector is actually a true "AWD" or commonly known on domestic SUV's as "4 Auto". It is because by selecting 4H the center differential remains open. By selecting the differential locking button on the center stack the vehicle goes into "4 High". This is because the center differential lock is activated by pressing this button. To verify this a driver can drive in a tight circle in 4H without the jerk and pull characteristics of a traditional 4H. Once the differential is locked the vehicle will jerk and pull when driven in a tight circle. These are awesome vehicles. With a quality all season tire highway MPG can easily be as high as 20MPG. Knobby tires are going to bring down MPG significantly. And this highway MPG is very similar to a Tahoe or Expedition. Automatic transmission failures plague the GM SUVs ($6,000 + to repair/replace) and turbo failures plague the Ford SUV's ($15,000 + to repair/replace). The Sequoia will still be running, and on the same engine and transmission, far longer than any other large SUV with lower operating costs and greater reliability.

[@bowmanjeff8]

Our biggest requirement is true rear air with overheard vents. Our youngest child get car sick.. amazes me how many SUVs don't have overhead rear vents. We currently have a 2015 Nissan Armada which has been fairly reliable.about 88K miles No more GM products for us until I'm certain the AFM/DOD issue have been resolved.. Our last Suburban was a unreliable mess, new replacement engine had same disappearing oil problem at only 8K miles on the engine. It was a 2008 model. Still miss the size some though. Sounds like the 2020 Armada may be worth a peak. Also I like the 2H,4A,4H, 4L option in our 2015 Nissan. My wife also want to look at a newer durango, 2018 and later. Your review of that got her more interested.

[@rostamr4096]

You have the best car review...you do your homework...

[@donniee.2238]

Not the naughty children and mother-in-laws in the back row! 😂

[@dennisscipio]

I think there will be a Next Generation Toyota Sequoia in 2022 for the 2023 Model Year right after the platform-mate Toyota Tundra gets redesigned for the 2022 Model Year. Hard to believe I was in Elementary School when this generation Sequoia came out.

[@jorad4887]

Forerunner and landcruiser are built in japan and dyno tested with specialized engineers building it and testing it. The forerunner and landcruiser are engineering marvel. The rest of the toyota line is above average in regards to durability and low problematic issues.

[@FantomLightning]

I find it annoying that they got rid of the headlamp washers.

[@kevinbarry71]

"Lock the center coupling"? What does that mean? It doesn't have a center differential. And there already is a controlled for four-wheel-drive

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

This is a part-time 4WD system, so you have to engage the center coupling to send power to the front. It is a pretty typical 4WD T case and it is common to refer to all transfer cases and AWD PTUs as "center couplings"

[@kevinbarry71]

@@AAutoBuyersGuide but you already describe the control for two wheel high and four wheel high. That would be the transfer case control. Why would there be a separate control? As for the use of the term center coupling; it's self-explanatory but I've never heard anybody say it

[@dimdim3490]

i think Alex made a mistake. Sequoia has a Torsen center differential and is AWD, not part time, otherwise center differential lock button he showed would be unnecessary. The 4H setting can be used on highway, unlike 4runner's 4H. The ground clearance seemed to be increased for 2021 to 12.6 inch at least according to the canadian toyota website.

[@kevinbarry71]

@@dimdim3490 yes. He seems to enjoy making mistakes. On a previous mention of this truck he stated it had a solid rear axle. Which of course it does not

[@John-209]

Wow!!! fook the refresh, this thing is beautiful and could last forever

[@John-209]

@Andrew Roman nice bro thank you. I hope the refresh isn’t super hot🥰

[@ozarkliving7263]

2021 Sequoia Platinum 4WD owner here….. pulls my 2022 Airstream…. Would never own a Jeep/Dodge/Chevy/GMC/Cadillac/Nissan equivalents due to very poor reliability. Wish it had 360 cameras.

[@jamesf791]

Thanks Alex, I thought I was the only one who did not like the black out rims. Although I'm not buying a car on rims.

[@CarGuy11]

It’s full time 4wd because there is a lock for center diff which will make it part time 4wd.

[@dimdim3490]

i think he made a mistake. Sequoia has a Torsen center differential and is all the time AWD, not part time, otherwise center differential lock button he showed would be unnecessary. The ground clearance seemed to be increased for 2021 to 12.6 at least according to the canadian toyota website.

[@kevin84lee]

9:34 "the naughty children and mothers in law..." ROFL!!!! Hahaha

[@HB45175]

Great review, but you can get aircraft with better fuel economy than that thing.

[@nolij7765]

I totally get the idea of buying something reliable instead of something with more gadgets and unproven technology. But, I'm not sure a reliable gas guzzler will age well anymore (in most the USA at least). Fuel efficiency is being pushed by governments everywhere and more EVs are coming to the market where I think EVs will be fairly mainstream for new car purchases in the next 10 years. I'd be worried about the cost of fuel and extra taxes on gas guzzlers in the coming years. I'm sure this Sequoia will last 20+ years if you maintain it but I'm not sure it'll be worth much in 10 years and it'll be expensive to fuel and potentially have extra taxes. I'd rather have something more fuel efficient even if it won't last 20 years.

[@naveenthemachine]

If you’re spending that kind of money I really doubt fuel economy is of high importance...

[@reddon1969]

If everyone goes electric, there will be more gas for me.

[@ritardstrength5169]

I like the old interior design myself. But damn Toyota, only a 7-inch touchscreen? Even my new Corolla LE has an 8-inch touchscreen. The base Corolla with 7-inch screens is the one driven by grandmothers and Mormon missionaries.

[@CarVsCargroup]

Very good review. Tons of information in 30 minutes video.

[@rcm1301]

makes me think of a 60y old actress doing Botox to look like 40y old.

[@NA-du5vm]

Only thing 2021 about this SUV is the year.

[@MARTINRIGGSS]

A 7 inch touch screen on a vehicle of this size and price tag. classic Toyota. Toyota s cheapest vehicle (that I’m aware of), the Yaris has the same size screen. Let that sink in. And this suv in double if not triple the price tag.

[@MyAlexWest]

it is car, not home office! this car is for traveling outside, SEE THE NATURE!! what do you need bigger for? you are going watch movies inside car?

[@jacobpritchard4847]

@@MyAlexWest it’s a $60,000 full size suv.....why would it not have a larger screen then there cheapest compact models. This is a outdated dinosaur of an suv and although I can appreciate Toyota’s reliability the interior is crude and lackluster.

[@MyAlexWest]

@Anna Carson step away from mirror , and made me a sandwich!

[@MyAlexWest]

@@jacobpritchard4847 cheapest compact models. ----- buddy! are you in business?, do you know how business works? appears not! here is the hint! ----- Tooyta builds 'K' generation of car, then after 5*7 years THEY ASK OWNERS WHAT do you want more? see????? nobody in right mind need big/huge screen in family car for long traveling. esp taking into account that everyone from 5+ years old has smart phones in 2020! ------ anyway. bigger screen means bigger cost of production, means less profit per car!! buddy . , it is business 101!

[@MyAlexWest]

@@jacobpritchard4847 the interior is crude and lackluster. ------ your opinion means a jack! Toyota has opinions of millions Toyota buyers. if owners wanted Spanish leather w/ gold inserts, Toyota would do that! ----- Doug Demuro recently made a video who and why buys Toyota Land Cruiser and why it was an error to cancel one.! watch it!! he was right 101%

[@InvestBetter.]

HOPEFULLY, Toyota doesn't kill off this engine in the next Tundra/Sequioa The engine is great, they just haven't invested in the right transmission for it. With an 8-10 speed, this would do a great job for many more years to come The problem with this powertrain are Toyota's fault, not the engine's.

[@naveenthemachine]

Fuel efficiency vs reliability? I want to see the real math on paper. I don’t know if I can trust GM reliability especially with the cylinder deactivation that could eventually break, the complex transmissions, suspensions, power sliding console oled screens night vision augmented reality etc. those could all break and cost thousands in repairs.

[@limpunsing224]

Like the tree the older it gers the stronger it becomes

[@bigdogpete43]

Continuous improvement means you take a platform and improve it year over year and measure the results. Eventually, you get a bulletproof platform like a Toyota instead of a buggy and unreliable US car that gets redesigned every other year to make it prettier. These vehicles could survive a war. Chances are they will survive your trip to mall.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Exactly.

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

If I could afford it, Toyota Land Cruiser, although I am quite happy with my 4Runner. I just wish the payments were cheaper.

[@patrickk5370]

What are your payments?

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

@@patrickk5370 ~$604/mo

[@patrickk5370]

@@MichaelMiller-rg6or that hurts. Looking hard at the 4runner and sequoia. I'm on the fence.

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

@@patrickk5370 what are you going to use it for?

[@alekane47]

"Dated" but i am so far loving what im seeing

[@VroodenTheGreat]

2:49 I am shocked that the Grand Cherokee L is shorter than the Sequoia. I would have missed THAT trivia question.

[@yorktmd]

Wonder if next gen will have hybridization standard? 😃

[@normanli7085]

Indeed the new gen does standard on all models

[@papayamango7507]

I am wearing headphones and the sound is moving rapidly from side to side. Is that just me?

[@thebetterway73]

Thought my headphones were failing.

[@bigbaushadoken]

not just you

[@godofwar4276]

That was quite annoying

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Yikes. I didn't catch that in the edit.

[@georgiafan6618]

The bean counters at Toyota are responsible for the Tundra’s declining sales, down a paltry 100k units annually. Same with Sequoia, which also stays the same, year after year, except for its rising MSRP. It is reliable, rides good and is cheaper than the rip-offs from GM and Ford. Like my Tundra, the sequoias fully retractable rear window beats any other hinged version. I’d get the SR5 w/o 4wd and add my own wheels and tires and audio. It’s a good deal.

[@jc4lm488]

Maybe is an old model, but I prefer it 1000x over any other SUV. Toyota quality has not competition.

[@blueryxfalls7949]

If this was a diesel, Toyota would have had more care in other markets

[@TsLeng]

They just sell the land cruiser in those markets.

[@preranabhatta4725]

In terms of towing capacity, how does highlander and 4runner compare. I understand both have 5000lbs towing capacity and you mentioned highlander quite a few times.

[@Drewtownvids98]

The Sequoia is getting a full redesign for 2022 alongside the tundra & land cruiser & all of them will have the all-new 3.5L twin-turbo v6 powertrain.

[@alliejr]

Once every 25 years is not so bad 🙄

[@Traysandor]

Oh boy, a twin turbo... that is a reliability nightmare just waiting to happen. Better get your indestructible V8s while they're still around I guess.

[@2steaksandwiches665]

I love Toyota but it’s hard to compete against the new GM full-size SUVs right now. Plus it seems like Toyota give up on this thing because they know.

[@MyAlexWest]

the new GM full-size SUVs ------- hahah!! sure they will last for couple years

[@2steaksandwiches665]

@@MyAlexWest they last well. You still see plenty of 20 year old ones on the road. I don’t really like gm but Their full-size SUV’s are good. Face it, Toyota does not have a competitive product in this segment.

[@timothycoates4723]

Really like your factual comparisons comparing all models in the segment, you do a great clean informative report

[@truth959]

These tried and true designs work so well, I wouldn't want them to change that much. It does sorely need a rear locker tho. It would be a good Samaritan's worst nightmare to rescue something this big.

[@reho7387]

The front end looks like an older Dodge Ram.

[@kevinballard8523]

Is this guy is really comparing this Sequoia to a highlander...... he has really lost his mind

[@stewartstarling2309]

Alex you're my HERO! You're so refreshing and logical. ❤️

[@Avalk9724]

Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the only one which doesn't look terribly clumsy or outdated. My pick definitely!

[@ra_redesignautomobiles]

Sequoia: Biggest Toyota Mega Cruiser: Am i a joke to you?

[@victorrice4589]

I’m confused the Yukon and Tahoe are exactly the same size are they not? How do you list the Yukon as smaller but the Tahoe longer?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

That was a typo. It should havs said 2019 Yukon, the old one was 204"

[@richardmendez6162]

Sequoia always ♥️

[@nenepinolero5427]

If you complain about this vehicle being outdated, more than likely you won't buy it. But somehow Toyota keeps selling these vehicles. So what is the big deal??

[@jadude119]

I feel bad for the Sequoia... Such a missed opportunity. That MPG is a disaster.

[@cyrilthomas9730]

Alex, u forgot to mention the Land Rover Discovery along with the 3-row crossover SUVs- The Explorer, the Durango and the Grand Cherokee L. It can more than the Jeep and Ford - 8,200 lbs, but less than the Durango.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

The Disco is a mid-size according to most segment metrics. It's narrower and shorter by a reasonable amount. It's also a luxury segment vehicle so not really cross shopped.