Toyota Sequoia Review | 2008-2020 | 2nd Generation

[@stevep5736]

Outstanding vehicle. I have the 2010 Platinum model on 4wd. Safe, strong, reliable and extremely comfortable for the whole family . Toyota reliability, nothing beats it. This thing is a tank !

[@AldermanFredCDavis]

Don't own a Sequoia, but have rented them. LOVE the Sequoia. Very good-looking truck with the blacked out grille and badges.

[@justwhoiam3726]

Just bought a 2012 Limited last week 157,000 to replace my over quarter million mile Range Rover. The rover has held up in the oilfields of Texas and now it’s the Sequoias turn.

[@scottluthy5828]

The beast of beasts. An exceptionally reliable vehicle.

[@ralphv.5026]

I have a 2009 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4x4. 180,xxx miles. Love it. No repairs. It pulls a 28' foot travel trailer like it's not back there and one of my favorite features is the rear air ride suspension. It never sags regardless of weight. It's always level. I hate seeing brand new SUV's and pickups sagging bad while towing or carrying a load while my 11 year old Sequoia always sits perfectly level. Best SUV in my opinion. Get the Platinum 4x4 and you can take this thing and do anything with it.

[@mattwlane]

Any issues with the air suspension? I'm looking at 2008 Platinum with 194k miles and I'm worried everything will start breaking soon.

[@ralphv.5026]

@@mattwlane no issues at all with the air suspension. I believe it’s fairly easy and cheap to repair if anything does go wrong. Another cheap option is replacing the air bags with regular shocks like some people do when lifting them.

[@ralphv.5026]

@@mattwlane I would also only purchase a 4wd since they retain their resale value far better than non 4wd.

[@mattwlane]

@@ralphv.5026 Agreed! Don't see any reason to buy a big SUV with two wheel drive! How many miles do you have on yours now? 194k is a lot (the one I'm looking at) but it seems these just go and go.

[@ralphv.5026]

@@mattwlane mine has 185,000 but I have seen plenty with over 250k miles still running good. They are very reliable.

[@cidlopez]

I just got a TRD Pro. Love it. I checked out Expedition, Tahoe, and even some midsize SUVs. None appealed to my needs except for the sequoia. I hope to have it for years. Would be nice if Toyota put a 9 or ten speed transmission.

[@DrivenCompanion]

Yes that would really help with gas mileage which is a far cry from the numbers you see on the Tahoe and Expedition. Congrats on your purchase!

[@overlandersnorthwest]

I love the power, the turn radius is so cool. People amaze when I uturn in tight trails

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

​@@overlandersnorthwestAnd the new Sequoia has a really bad turning radius😂😂

[@theglowcloud2215]

I'd absolutely love a 2nd gen Sequoia. They keep their resale value amazingly well (like most Toyotas).

[@mr.c493]

I love my 2018 SR5 4x4 with the tech package! All I need. In the highway it’s like flying first class!!

[@tomc8115]

Nice. Lots of useful stuff without annoying music or superfluous info. V8 AWD Sequoia is only car I can think of to replace my V6 AWD Sienna. Getting harder to find good examples at a reasonable price.

[@vincfield8282]

King of suv

[@rtorres3442]

Hey bud great review. Thanks for sharing. Is there a specific model year(s) that overall have the most dependability especially with specific drivetrain combinations?

[@jrunner3622]

The Sequoia is a really nice suv.

[@theeballer6429]

Wheel and tire set up looks nice and beefy 🔥🔥. May I ask what wheel/tire package you got on there?

[@jaythomas3224]

The Biggest plus on the Sequoia is what I hate on all mid size and Full size SUV'S. The third row seat. I must say the Sequoia has the best 3rd row out there. Even the longer Suburban. The Suburban just gives you back the trunk space. But the seats on all the third row SUVs are too close to the floor. If you are modestly tall you wont have to worry about your knees compressed into your chest.

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[@pastorquangful]

Most have an 8-seat configuration.

[@thumperjr100]

Love it, great overview

[@jordanmercier3616]

The Sequoia isnt the direct competitor for GX, that would be the LX which is even more refined honestly, i own a sequoia and a GX, the LX i test drove was a level above both of them. Great review though.

[@ajr281]

Can you provide the tire info please? They look really good.

[@nyacoustics8373]

does it ride smoother than the gx470 or is it bumpier and harsher?

[@ralphv.5026]

I have owned several gx470’s and the 2nd gen Sequoia rides the same if not better. Mine is a 2009 Platinum and drives very smooth and comfortable even while off-roading.

[@tc5819]

Better than the 3rd gen

[@trudeauphobicmooseater7263]

I'll be the first in line for one with an efficient diesel.

[@Piznick64]

or the Toyota hybrid even a V8 hybrid would be good

[@adrianb7452]

dosent need a diesel

[@e.e9331]

This is not for poor people like you then, go with a honda pilot or forester or something.

[@DixonCider-p3b]

@@e.e9331 shut up

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

Ain't happening. Ever. Years from now, there won't even be a real gas station Major co! Are going ALL ELEC!

[@phaeton427]

Gunning for one of these currently 😩

[@lylevalentine5902]

Good overview!

[@-TerryBogard]

Just picked up a 2011 SR5 and LOVE IT. Have to do a few small tasks on it but nothing major. Mostly tightening things. I also see you have Weather tech stuff in yours here. I'm Doing the same. One question. A reason I got this huge SUV is that I am taller and want to put all seats down and sleep in the back when I go on long trips. The middle row and back row leave a gap between them. Is that normal? Put a mattress down and it caves in that spot. Is this normal or am I missing a piece that connects them smoothly? I have slid the seats and the gap does not close.

[@DrivenCompanion]

I believe you're missing a piece but not 100% certain

[@-TerryBogard]

@@DrivenCompanion Ive looked at videos and pictures. But don't see anythjng. It def FEELS like I'm missing a piece that covers that gap. The rear seats when down have this piece (flap) from the trunk area. What seems like I'm missing. No idea what it would be called or how to get a replacement.

[@sspadair1675]

My 2014 SR5 has the same gap. I have seen other models that have a panel that flips down closing the gap. I also wanted to be able to throw in a camping mattress and sleep inside my Sequoia. I just got a piece of plywood, cut to size, to cover the gap. Works just fine.

[@-TerryBogard]

@@sspadair1675 thanks so much for replying. If there is a piece that flips down for that gap, any idea what it would be called? otherwise I plan to do just that, wood or a piece of Plexi.

[@sspadair1675]

@@-TerryBogard Good question. My best guess...a gap flap?! lol. I have no idea.

[@theotherguy3083]

Why is the tow capacity of the 2020 lower than the 2008?

[@justinlord6194]

They changed the tow rating standards, and Toyota was one of the first to adopt the new rating system, which happened around 2010 I think.

[@kalimann2766]

It seat up to 8 not 7. But you can have 7 seat with captain's chair.

[@b544]

What is the brand/size of the wheels and tires?

[@paulrodriguez5289]

Hello, I would like to know if you were going to buy which one would you buy, a 2017 Ford Expedition or a 2010 Toyota Sequoia, thank you, I await a response.😊

[@irmageller]

THANK YOU FOR SHARING.!! It is good info.👩🏻‍🌾

[@johnmaurer7084]

Great review

[@KillSwitch80]

What’s the difference between the 1st and 2nd gen besides the style?

[@davidkaminski615]

Engine went from 4.7 to 5.7L, transmission gearing was changed, 4x4 system was upgraded, wheel size increased. Interior space was increased, power tailgate added, power third row fold, adj second row leg room, full three row curtain airbag coverage, upgraded safety systems.

[@ralphv.5026]

Power! Much more power. 100+hp more power. You will really feel it if you tow or go up hills.

[@denirobernard9745]

All toyota had to do was let the thing get better gas milage. But nooooooo They just HAD to ruin such an amazing vehicle

[@on-site4094]

Sequoia v8 👍

[@cayman9873]

Are the locking diff and lo high 4wd range on the limited and sr5 ?

[@ralphv.5026]

Locking diff and 4Lo is on all of them, SR5, Limited and Platinum. That’s what gives it the extra off-road capability.

[@AdventureOutintheWildreness]

I have it on my 2008 Sequoia SR5 5.7L 4WD model, I guess it's the base model, but still has it which I was happy about after accident pushing the traction control button when starting the car.

[@hussainsvt9853]

I love this truck. Only if they had an option for xl version like yukon

[@justanotherday1205]

agreed trunk space is tiny

[@krazeekalvin]

What is a good year to look for and year's to stay away from?

[@smacdiesel]

All years are good. The best large SUV ever made.

[@maxospreys2964]

All are good.

[@maxospreys2964]

Put 2008 5.7 L engine on 2018 it will still work. All parts are same, except new interior dash board fittings

[@thepatrioarchy]

Do not consider the 2009.

[@NBLBHR]

@@thepatrioarchy Why??

[@HS24833]

How many miles were on the sequoia?

[@MiguelReyes-jg1de]

I thought the sequoia had 10,000 towing capacity

[@kpokfposkf]

both the sequoia and tundra 2008-2010 SR5 RWD version has 10,300 LB tow capacity (9,600LB for 4WD version), but as the model gets newer the tow rating gets lower, now it's around 7k LB

[@theotherguy3083]

@@kpokfposkf why?

[@kpokfposkf]

The Other Guy I think it has to do with complaint standards (tow rating does alter after new standards are in place), read here: www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/features/no-go-for-standardized-tow-ratings.html

[@kpokfposkf]

The Other Guy so technically you can say new trucks with 7k lbs rating can safely tow 10k, but they are not certified to make that statement, if you check vehicles specifications, often times, in EU, their vehicles have double the tow rating than NA cars simply because they have different standards albeit they are the exact same model

[@rucestyle87]

I own a 2008 sequoia and I have noticed that most of the They have a big gap in the tailgate left side!Anyone has any idea why?there is a gap between left taillights and not a-line

[@youarerightboss]

Size matters.

[@justanotherday1205]

underrated 6 second elephant

[@ИванГригорьев-м8я]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@slavashuma4385]

You forgot one of the unique feature cooling and heating seats.

[@Xemantic]

??? He mentioned those in the video

[@mftatvop]

Capstone is the top trim friend

[@abyz1467]

Not in 2nd gen

[@mftatvop]

@@abyz1467 great! I have 2008 sequoia platinum

[@mftatvop]

@@abyz1467 capstone is what every automaker should aspire to. Love my platinum jjust recently 3000,000 miles

[@Dunebashing88]

That’s a good price 23k

[@paultribbett7765]

buy a wind mike

[@zdzislawsekula1662]

Kto mi podaruje

[@rodneyakjohnson451]

Heard these things are gas guzzler

[@DrivenCompanion]

That is true

[@sspadair1675]

Depends on how you look at it. Move 8 people in comfort at 15mpg. Or cram 5 people into something small for better mileage. My other vehicle is a 1999 Avalon. I love being able to take my family of four, plus my wife's sister, her husband and two kids all in our Sequoia to go places. Otherwise we'd have to take two vehicles! And how is that work for saving gas? It doesn't.

[@sasquatchhunter86]

@@sspadair1675zombie comment reply, but it’s so true. I’ve taken my two girls in car seats, wife, and MIL in our Highlander for overnight trips out of town. It was a bit snug with all our stuff. We got into an accident, the insurance gave us an Armada as a rental. Night and day difference. Gas is terrible, especially here in California, but I think it’s a fair compromise for the occasional road trip.