We all know the Sequoia will outlast its competitors. Also that weird space between the shifter and the cup holders is a perfect place to hold a handgun. It's the same in my 2010 tundra and that's exactly what I use it for
I own a green TRD Pro just like this one. What I like is I feel like I'm driving a modern classic. It is certainly an old school dated type vehicle. But, I'm in my late 50's and I really don't like the complexity and digital tech in modern vehicles, it drives me nuts having to go into a touch screen to make adjustments! This truck is simple, powerful, well built and it rides better than my Lincoln Navigator with the Fox shocks. I love my trd pro Sequoia!
This car is for driving over rough roads and rocky trails in parks and such. It may not be for serious off roading, but it is very important for people wanting to get off the normal trail where rocks will bounce up and break stuff under the car and getting you where you need to go under almost all road and weather conditions. Plus it is a vehicle you can sleep in or take a ton of stuff with you. It is the most practical adventure car out there with the exception of gas mileage. On top of that, it is made to last 300,000 plus miles. People keep asking for all these technical things on cars and trucks, but they are just more things to break and will increase the expense of owning these vehicles for very little benefit.
Love my 2012 Sequoia and would buy it instead of any full size competition again today. I plan to keep it forever and I would have zero confidence in doing that with any of the competition. My friends Ford Expedition from the same year is in the junk yard and mine is still driving like the day I bought it.
We bought a used 08 and had it for over 5 years. Nice ride, could carry 6 adults with ease but I always felt like I was sitting in a cockpit. Coming from a Yukon XL the Toyota seemed tight. I hauled my dual sport on a hitch mounted rack and never even noticed it on a 5000 mile trip. The 2 biggest downers are the gas milage (best ever out west was 17) around 12mpg and the transmission would down shift after just touching the brake. It has 160,000 on it and never had any issues.
I drive a first gen Sequoia with 300k+ miles with no major issues. For where I live, I need it's better-than-crossover capability for muddy and snowy/icy roads and I carpool often with 5+ other people (that helps offset the fuel bill!) They remark regularly on the build quality, ride quality, spaciousness and features (otherwise they wouldn't ride with me I guess!).I did upgrade the OG 6-disk radio with a Nav/back-up camera unit and that helped with the "outdatedness" of it. Otherwise, it's been comfortable, functional and a pleasure to drive....apart from the fuel mileage.
100% agree with everything. I drive Lyft XL in my 2006 Sequoia. The looks, features, and reliability all convinced me to purchase it December last year. "Its been comfortable, functional, and a pleasure to drive...apart from the fuel millage." Totally agree.
I have about 1000 miles on my new 2020. First Toyota. Love the review. Love this rig. Colorado snow and skiing MONSTER. Gas mileage is the worst part but completely bearable. Drove a Yukon XL Denali for years...glad I made the switch.
@@buffsamuraifred6037 since writing this I have picked up a 08 gx470 and I couldn't be happier with it. But tbh a 2021 GX that can be optioned to 71k is behind the luxury SUV game in quite a few areas.
I checked one out at a dealership, and thought that the seats were 10x more comfortable than the 4Runner I have,. But comparing interiors, Toyota is getting decimated. I'd still go for it, though.
Have 19 4runner and came from a 12 Tahoe and man its like I didn't upgrade I got less but it is good motor i don't care give me both for a premium price
My 2010 Sequoia has EVERYTHING I need. I don't need or really want anymore tech. 10 years old and still runs and drives perfectly with 136k. 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, tows my 31' travel trailer, takes the family onto the beach, and hauls 7 in comfort. I dig the Sequoia.
Did you do any mods? I just purchased a new sequoia trd pro and am hesitant to drive a 3ton vehicle onto the beach. The sand hear isn’t like Daytona, florida
I miss the days of real vans. They were the ultimate comfort for 4-7 people to travel in. Sitting in the back seats you literally had your own recliner. My dad had a full size GMC Safari and it was nice!! Huge leather seats for passengers and the 3rd row was like a couch lol. They aren’t really cool but for traveling a van can’t be beat. I wonder if they will ever be back? Probably not. I think a few mini vans still exist but they aren’t even close to a real van from the old days On second thought I dunno...dads big GMC Safari was pretty cool!!! 😎. It was one of the last years for them, early 2000s. Had a front end like the pickup trucks and a 350. I called it the shaggin wagon 👍🏼
Outdated feeling? In two years that Sequoia will still be worth twice as much as the Chevy or Ford. So if your only requirement is a flashy interior then by the Chevy or Ford that will lose a quarter to half of their value in two years.
@@putmeincoach7663 The idiot tax. You buy a Chevy, Dodge, or Ford and every other weekend you're going to be sitting at the dealership having them fix something that's under warranty that should not have broken in the first place.
@@theylied1776 Same applies. You will pay more for a Toyota than any other brand with comparable mileage and the same model year. 10 years ago, I would've argued alongside you that it was worth it. However, Toyota got complacent and has been resting on their laurels of the 90's and early 2000's, while quality has slipped and innovation has fallen to nil.
How do you get to it quickly? It’s an awkward angle. I just purchased a 2021, it’s difficult to gain access. Or do you just pull the cup holders out and grab it?
Great great review. Wish I saw it earlier, because I just bought one of these today. I would have wanted one sooner if I saw this video. I traded in a mint, perfect, 4runner I wanted to keep forever, because it's too small. It's also super hot in the backseats. Finally, the general driveability of the v8 vs the 4R v6 is waaaay more enjoyable
We have a 16 platinum. It’s huge but my wife just uses it to drive the kids around and she loves it. Fits car seats great and handles great in small parking ramps downtown. It’s great for road trips and towing as well, great all around. But I don’t even ask how much she’s spending on gas.
I have one and I love it! I can take it on bombed out dirt roads with huge pot hole and the tires and suspension eat it up. The truck is fast as hell and I can fit my family of five in it with total comfort. The third row is so roomy too. I was going to get the expedition, which I do really like a lot, but the reliability is unparalleled. Our last Ford broke down at 30k miles and left my wife stranded on the highway.
it will still break if you drive fast on dirt roads...yes its better equipped to deal with bumps than a Camry but it still has suspension components that will wear out fast if abused like shocks and the wheel bearings on TRD is usually lighter than the regular two wheel drive trucks
@@philtripe Axles and bearings are massive on this thing. It has running gear comparable to a 2500 series pickup truck. 9.5" and 10" ring gears. It is over built and get milage like a 2500 gas pickup because it is equivalent to one.
Awesome SUV and very competitive. Try finding a used one, and they have a high resale value. Loved my 2013 Sequoia. I now have a Tundra TRD equally awesome!
16:00 Crawl-control - 4:30 front rear diffs, 4x4 Low Range, 1st gear, goodyear Duratracs. Possibly change the diffs and xfer case out with synthetic gear oil for much better performance in cold weather. To give you some experience, go play in some old snow in the Rockies, then swap out to good winter tires and play some more. With tires that have good grip, an LSD isn't usually required.
Stephen, Whether you are paying by the mile or paying by the pound, the Sequoia SR5 4X4 is the bargain of the 3 ton SUV segment. It has everything you need without the expensive frills.
I just bought my 2020 black TRD PRO and it’s one of the best SUV’s I’ve ever owned. We’ve been getting some rough weather here in Cali and this beast just takes it with ease. I think the only thing it needs is better clearance but at this height it does everything really well. Definitely a modern classic!
Stephen, Yes the Toyota Sequoia needs to exist! Not everyone is built small or has a small family to fit in a highlander or rav4 size vehicle. This machine is an absolute beauty. I'll take this Sequoia over an Expedition or Tahoe any day of the week
Dated AF but you buy a Toyota because of legendary reliability. A new Tundra or Sequoia today will still be on the road after 20 years and half a million miles with very minimal maintenance. Very few other brands can say the same. And I say this as a GMC owner.
I am getting one, had a 2008 sequoia sold it in 2016, have been missing it ever since, with the super cool features of the pro I can't wait to own one.
I'm 33, I don't care about the electronics or the body not being updated. I traded in my 2019 4runner trd pro for a 2021 sequoia trd pro in Lunar Rock 2 weeks ago. I love it! Simple, reliable, comfortable and will last forever.
Do you ever take your sequoia off road? I traded my 16 4runner for a new white 2021 sequoia. I don’t think I’ll be taking this to drive on the beach. I bought it bc we will be towing a travel trailer and still want the room for gear and our pups. I also loaded this beast up from floor to ceiling with gear/boxes etc. if I had a pick up I would need to buy a bed top just to haul what I just did.
@@GG-ul6sr I have not taken it off road yet, due to the pandemic. But now that restrictions are being lifted I definitely plan on it. Although I don't think I'll be doing anything too extreme. No matter what your plans are with the Sequoia, you will love it.
Love the size/volume, fox shocks and skid plates. The exterior looks like an early model Dodge Durango, though. Replace the interior cosmetics with a Lexus 570 or Toyota Land Cruiser face lift. The power train is more than sufficient, but I would like to see a TRD supercharger or twin turbo option offered to the enthusiastically insane. Integrate the crawl control and Kinetic system features in the aforementioned, too. Improve the approach and departure angles, accordingly. A step in the right direction, at least.
Most people that buy off-road centric vehicles even Wranglers don’t use them as intended. These are lifestyle vehicles, that in most cases never go off-roading. People who buy big Toyota’s want reliability over features that will eventually break.
Drove a Sequoia last year...............and fell in love. LOVE the power, the size, the 'outdated' tech, the utilitarian interior, etc. I ran it with the A/C on for a long weekend of highway and city driving, and I even thought the gas mileage was very decent (for what it is). The Sequoia is ALL business. It sounds crazy to type it, but $60-$65k is not outlandish for a Sequoia, given that, with minimal maintenance, this truck 'should' last you 12 to 15+ years/300,000+ miles (if you're the type to keep a vehicle). Truck should have dual exhaust though. If I could afford a low mileage, late model one (and I didn't already have a truck I love), I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
I just got a 2018 SR5 almost new with 38k miles almost fully loaded. Just missing power lift gate and power folding mirrors. Don’t care about those. My kids love the space, it is an extremely comfortable truck. Fuel economy yes, she is thirsty but I don’t really drive much. 4 miles round trip commute. This pst weekend we were 7 people in the Sequoia and we were in a minivan type interiors. Everyone was pleased and comfortable. I love the truck. This winter I’ll test it on the snow but im sure it will be a walk in the park. Mine it’s all black. She’s a beauty. So old, doesn’t bother me because it works and I trust it’s reliable reputation. The others are more modern and fancy looking but will it last as long? Time will tell. And I paid $44k. So that was, to me a great deal, considering how much it would have been new. Also came certified by Toyota with 7years/100k miles. I’m a happy camper!!
Just bought a cream puff 2014 limited. It's a machine and the drivability and comfort where we spend most of our time, on the road I would rate top notch, And thats from a Caddy owner.
No Stephen your spot on they do feel old. That's the main reason my wife and I didn't get a TRD pro 4runner. I know your getting reliably or whatever, but 52k is alot of money for a pixelated instrument cluster screen looks like out of a 2001 Audi and a center screen smaller than my cellphone. I absolutely love Toyota and always will, but come on Yota catch up with your interior.
Reliabillity and having good solid parts that have shown to last over 300k miles is what you pay for. Electronics are nice and hell im putting in a touch radio in my 07 but, thats so I dont have to take my hands off the wheel when doing calls. But sometimes missing electric adjustable chairs or fancy trim interior is for the better honestly. Ive been in cars where everything inside was like living in a mansion but, the car would always have transmission issues or engine problems with in the 150k mile range. Pay all that 50k on a fancy looking vehicle, ill spend my money on something that will last. Ill never have to spend that kind of money again on something thats ultimatly supposed to take me from point A. to point B. when I want it to.
Toyota really needs to get into the diesel game. This Sequoia would be an easier buy if the fuel economy was better. Also it makes sense to be outdated if Toyota doesn't know how well they will do compared to the 4runner since they do have a 3rd row option now.
With how strict emissions are now getting and with most manufacturers dropping diesels completely from they're lineup in north america dont count on Toyota ever adding one . The 5.7 gas v8 is they're bread and butter for these vehicles , they not going to change the recipe anytime soon.
Great review and it is a great SUV. I still love my 2019 Tundra more than anything on the planet. And just putting this out there, there is still something missing with the TRD PRO line up. Bring back the FJ CRUISER!
This 5.7 is proven capable of 1,000,000 miles. It would take 100 Mercedes to get that many miles with Toyota reliability numbers. Each Benz can get you 10,000 miles before the heated turn signal stalk sends you back to the dealership.
In my opinion they need to standardize the TRD Pro trim abit more. I'm not saying all of their vehicles have to be as good off road as the 4Runner. But to carry that badge it should be decent off road.
I took a look at all three SUV's at the Toronto Auto Show this week, I find the Ford and Chev/GMC interiors too car-like and delicate. The toyota dash and interior keep the 'Utility' in sport utility vehicles. The Toyota TRD Pro is a win for me..Black plastic and all....
I considered the Sequoia when I need to replace my 22 year old Land Cruiser. Could not get over how cheap the interior plastic felt. Ended up spending the extra coins to get a new Land Cruiser.
I don't know anything about "off-roading" but the Sequoia seems a little on the large side for wheeling on a majority of trails. Rented one for a long weekend last year and I LOVED driving the vehicle. In mixed highway/local driving (with the A/C on) I was very pleasantly surprised by the gas mileage. It's not a Prius, however, for what it is, I was impressed. There wasn't anything that I did not like about the vehicle. Extremely comfortable ride. Toyota fit & finish. Power for days. If you have a couple of kids and/or live in a place that's not overcrowded, it seems like a great vehicle to own. Aside from not being able to afford one (or certainly a lower mileage one), I also live in an extremely densely populated part of the country and on top of all that, I highly doubt that this glorious beast would fit in my garage. People criticize "Toyota fanboys" but you have to blind and/or biased not to notice the number of owners of 4Runners, Sequoias, and Land Cruisers who report having 300,000+ miles. I appreciate the value of spending $50 or $60 or even $70,000 on a vehicle that you know is extremely likely to last 300,000 (trouble-free) miles.
Stick out infotainment system is the worst trend that needs to go immediately, like doesn’t matter how good the material and the design are, the fact they are so lazy to smash a screen straight into the center council just so bad.
You convincetly failed to mention that it has lane keep and adaptable cruiser control. It's got every bell and wistle. What are you complaining about it being updated. Dont complain about fuel milage. This a specific vehicle. The people who purchase this have no complains. I dont get what do you want? Your parroting what ever other mindless weekend car reviewer says because they have nothing better have done 0 research. You have power seats, sun roof, navigation, leather seats, updated infotainment, powerful v8. Reservoir shocks, skid plates, led fog lights, rear leg room is leading class. Its interior is more spacious than the land cruiser and just as spacious as the Toyota minivan. JBL audio updated speakers. Double glove departments. The only difference between the expedition is that it's got leather on the dash. That's what you modern??🤣
you have some good points, huge lexus fan here and I have the new LX right now, I so wanted to buy the sequoia but it looks very plasticky from inside. it really needs an update, its basically the same car as in 2008. yes it has all the bells and whistles but I wish they made the nav screen bigger, front camera, keyless start came in couple of years ago? . I dont even know if this has the 360 camera or even the front camera the land cruiser in 2008 came with. They have the tech I cant understand why not just put in the sequoia. It looks mean and I would buy this any day over ford but its about time they update this.
Nailed it! All that safety stuff standard than some don't even offer is standard on the tundra and sequoia. You can get nav, heated and cooled leather seats, jbl sound system, tons of room amd a danm good ride on the highway a while habing insane resale value and reliability. Ill take the poor fuel economy over that cylinder deactivation and direct injection crap that carbons up your valves. It a simpler engien without a the gimmicks and thats why I like it. Its an honest good v8.
Well the interior isn't quite as nice as other brands and the fuel mileage, well Ram can get over 20 out of a 5.7l V8. So why can't Toyota make a 5.7l V8 get better than a measly 13 mpg city and 17 mpg highway? It would be kind of a cool overland build but the range has a potential to be a little problematic. But with that being said, I'm not bashing Toyota in anyway I'm just saying things that people complain about often. My personal interior expectations are lower due to growing up with "poor people cars" but I do wish they offered more colors besides a bland black with white headliner and a rough 13 mpg.
@@private6549 it definitely isn't as fuel efficient as the current domestic offerings, but the 10.5 inch 4.30 rear end has alot to do with that. Interior to me isn't that bad, definitely a subjective thing, because for me it is fine, I don't need a flat screen tv sized display in my dash. It does come standard with toyotas safety sense with autonomous braking and lazer guided cruise control, which are either only available on the higher trim levels or not available at all in some other trucks. Only thing it really needs is a 360 birds eye view camera system. Features like full roll down back glass has been available since the first gen crew cab, and adjustable headlights via a dial on the dash has been offered since 07. The big 3 still do not offer either of those two features. Navigation and 8 inch screen (i think its 8 inches) is standard even on the base model, you can get heated amd cooled leather seats and a JBL stereo, the 5.7 is standard, and it does offer a 36 gallon tank now, keyless entry and keyless start,, remote start, full LED headlights and driving lights, so reallt what else could you really ask for in a truck other than better fuel economy? A fully loaded out platinum or 1794 stickers for just over 50k, and if you negotiate you can have one just under 50k like my brother did. Thats what you pay for a regular XLT f150, more if you get a well optioned lariat, and astronomical if you go platinum, king ranch, and downright insane if you go limited. So what you can get for 50k in a tundra is actually a pretty good value.
Here is the point. Yes, the interior is not impressive, but many people love these old school Toyotas ( 4runner and Land Cruiser as well) is because of their long term reliability. How many new SUVs can last over 20 years (or over 200,000 miles) without major issues?
Ok... Barely more than an appearance package. This thing is approaching land cruiser prices. They could have added lockers and a few more inches of lift, along with crawl control. Toyota is watering down the "trd pro" badge, even throwing it on the rav4
jook13 just like GM added the AT4 package on the tiny GMC Terrain. I get what you’re saying though. The new overhaul come 2021-2022 should be interesting to see what they do.
Overall I think it was a pretty good review. I would still take the Sequoia over a king Ranch expedition which is what he paired it against. Keep in mind all the things that he said it’s lacking is available on the Land Cruiser. Ford does not have a top-tier vehicle over the expedition like Toyota does with the Land Cruiser. If you need to go extreme then the Land Cruiser will take you where you want to go and put you at the same price range as a fully loaded king Ranch expedition or premium tear Tahoe.
Unless it's my imagination, in almost all of these snowy weather test drives in the U.S. and Canada, I don't see or hear any road salt (splattering against the vehicle). In the northeastern U.S. they dump salt down my the metric ton, which of course is why it's fairly rare to see a vehicle over 10 years old that doesn't show visible rust.
It has a locking center diff which gives real 4x4. Crawl control is on the landcruiser at a much higher price. I don't know of many others that offer the crawl control. In the end, it is not an all off road vehicle but can go there if needed.
@@rundmm It's nice to have the option of splitting the torque equally front to rear, but it's still limited to the traction/capability of the front and rear differentials. Combine that with limited slip front and rear differentials or a Honda like brake based system and it just might be the sweet spot for most people. Heck it probably is with just the transfer case locker. As you pointed out it is not a 'all off road vehicle', if that is what someone is looking for it should not even be on the radar.
This truck is not really for over land. But you have your family’s safty in check when going on long trips, not so much up the Rockies rock trails. I love it! Wish we had one, but we got the bad ass four runner pro so ya speed up or move over cause the woman’s driveling! Don’t worrie, I’m right behind her in my bad ass Tacoma. I’ll pull your ass out the ditch !🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
I had a 2009 and I loved it. The fuel mileage was not impressive but as far as the ride and the comfortably, awesome. It is truly outdated for the price.
The removable center console is actually for you to store a fire arm in your vehicle without being seen. It was like that in the 2007-2013 Tundras also. The poor fuel economy also comes from the fact the sequoia (and all Toyota 4x4s generally) have more ground clearance then their competition, I think the sequoia offers almost 3in more clearance and doesn't have a low hanging front air dam. Raise a Tahoe or Expedition 3in and remove the front air dam and the fuel economy will probably be the same or maybe even worse. And lastly the torsen center differential gives you the ability to use this in 4hi but on dry and hard surfaces like a full time 4wd system but still go 2wd hi to save fuel. But the magic of the torsen center differential is the ability to turn around tight spaces off road unlocked and can transfer up to 70% of the torque to the front or rear wheels without binding or increasing the turning radius to much. You get the best of both worlds and hate Toyota discontinued it in the 4runner.
The skinny panel in the center console...you forgot that the cupholder next to it is removeable as well. Once both are removed, you've got another big pocket for stuff.
I have a first gen, it's not Wrangler or raptor level off-road worthy, but still pretty sure footed off-road. I feel you should have at least took it on trail to see just how capable it is, instead of speculating.
This vehicle is all about compromise. If you want a full size SUV that can haul your growing family around, it has the room and enough creature comforts to do it comfortably with bulletproof reliability and resale value. The trade-off is aesthetically it's not as modern in the interior as other vehicles in it's class and it's hard on fuel. If you can look past those two factors it's a great family hauler that's plenty capable with room to spare.
35” of 3rd row leg room & you’ll say it is not class leading? The 2020 Tahoe has all of 24” of leg room in the 3rd row. The 2021 Tahoe has 34” of 3rd row leg room. The 2020 Suburban has 34” of leg room in the 3rd row with the 2021 model having 36” now & the expedition sits at 36” of 3rd row leg room. My point is, at someone who is 6’7”, the sequoia in 2008 was years beyond the completion. The amount of room back there is cavernous. They’ve provided so much space throughout the car since this model. Am I a fan of this old platform? No, but I’m tired of folks not giving credit to the Sequoia as the folks who pushed SUV’s to make more 3rd row legroom. They’ve been doing it from the beginning. A full size SUV with independent rear suspension.
Right Lane Hog yeah I feel your struggle! I have an ‘05 Yukon Denali, the headroom in the 3rd room is great, but the leg and foot room is truly atrocious.
I absolutely love the Sequoia I’m 6’3 1/2 and as big as that vehicle is I feel like the cab is so small. I really wish they would’ve had a sunroof delete option but I love that rig.
Why would Toyota add those features like craw control and a disconnecting sway bar when you can get that with the more expansive and more capable Land Cruiser? This wasn’t made to be an off-roading super rig but rather a medium between the way more expensive Land Cruiser and the smaller 4Runner.
I love my Sequoia.
Safe, reliable and extremely comfortable for 8.
My friends, this vehicle has every reason to exist. Period.
We all know the Sequoia will outlast its competitors. Also that weird space between the shifter and the cup holders is a perfect place to hold a handgun. It's the same in my 2010 tundra and that's exactly what I use it for
I own a green TRD Pro just like this one. What I like is I feel like I'm driving a modern classic. It is certainly an old school dated type vehicle. But, I'm in my late 50's and I really don't like the complexity and digital tech in modern vehicles, it drives me nuts having to go into a touch screen to make adjustments! This truck is simple, powerful, well built and it rides better than my Lincoln Navigator with the Fox shocks. I love my trd pro Sequoia!
Exactly.
100% why toyota sells so many vehicles.
@Cham Nyeim Zero steering lag.
Just got mine today for same reasons, my last car 😎
smacdiesel - do you think the Seq TRD Pro is good enough for beach running? Do you have experience off road with it? Thanks
This car is for driving over rough roads and rocky trails in parks and such. It may not be for serious off roading, but it is very important for people wanting to get off the normal trail where rocks will bounce up and break stuff under the car and getting you where you need to go under almost all road and weather conditions. Plus it is a vehicle you can sleep in or take a ton of stuff with you. It is the most practical adventure car out there with the exception of gas mileage. On top of that, it is made to last 300,000 plus miles. People keep asking for all these technical things on cars and trucks, but they are just more things to break and will increase the expense of owning these vehicles for very little benefit.
I like the old knobs, they always work, and no distraction while driving. previous ram had big huge touch screen that acted up all the time.
The Sequoia follows the line of, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!”
same with the Tundra. Unfortunately Toyota gave in and gonna kill the V8 with 2022 models.
Love my 2012 Sequoia and would buy it instead of any full size competition again today. I plan to keep it forever and I would have zero confidence in doing that with any of the competition. My friends Ford Expedition from the same year is in the junk yard and mine is still driving like the day I bought it.
My wife and I have now owned 3 Toyotas...so well made. The very best there is...make German and American cars look like 💩💩💩
We're in the same boat. We're keeping it forever. Has a ton of power and will likely stand the test of time.
I still drive a 2001 Sequoia fully loaded
New owner of a 2006 Sequoia 4wd Limited. Really enjoy the looks, power, and feel...just gotta gulp the gas bill.
175k miles
There it is, some of us like to get a solid rig and get our value out of it in the decade or two we can milk out of these Toyotas.
We bought a used 08 and had it for over 5 years. Nice ride, could carry 6 adults with ease but I always felt like I was sitting in a cockpit. Coming from a Yukon XL the Toyota seemed tight. I hauled my dual sport on a hitch mounted rack and never even noticed it on a 5000 mile trip. The 2 biggest downers are the gas milage (best ever out west was 17) around 12mpg and the transmission would down shift after just touching the brake. It has 160,000 on it and never had any issues.
I drive a first gen Sequoia with 300k+ miles with no major issues. For where I live, I need it's better-than-crossover capability for muddy and snowy/icy roads and I carpool often with 5+ other people (that helps offset the fuel bill!) They remark regularly on the build quality, ride quality, spaciousness and features (otherwise they wouldn't ride with me I guess!).I did upgrade the OG 6-disk radio with a Nav/back-up camera unit and that helped with the "outdatedness" of it. Otherwise, it's been comfortable, functional and a pleasure to drive....apart from the fuel mileage.
You hit the nail on the head. "300K+ miles with no major issues." Happy trails for the next 300K!
100% agree with everything. I drive Lyft XL in my 2006 Sequoia. The looks, features, and reliability all convinced me to purchase it December last year.
"Its been comfortable, functional, and a pleasure to drive...apart from the fuel millage." Totally agree.
Keep this a secret so "we" keep getting em for cheap 🤐
1st Gen for life!
I've also seen many ford expeditions with over 650,000 miles
I have a 2006 with 315k miles...1st gen sequoias are bulletproof.
I have about 1000 miles on my new 2020. First Toyota. Love the review. Love this rig. Colorado snow and skiing MONSTER. Gas mileage is the worst part but completely bearable. Drove a Yukon XL Denali for years...glad I made the switch.
Honestly, I'm worried about what's under the hood more than the design. It can be 'outdated' as long as it gets things done.
Garnet Torres Sizemore So then why buy a new car? If all you care about how it drives why pay a premium for a new car?
He didn’t say “how it drives but how it gets things done and reliability”.
Buy a model T
im same way !!!!!!!!!!!
@@ian_lambert-knight safety
Why does he keep calling that 2008 sequoia outdated
I guess my 06 gx470 is outdated 😒
Zing!
@@buffsamuraifred6037 since writing this I have picked up a 08 gx470 and I couldn't be happier with it.
But tbh a 2021 GX that can be optioned to 71k is behind the luxury SUV game in quite a few areas.
I think Stephen has made his way to the top of the fast lane staff with his reviews.
I agree.
Steven you try too hard to find fault in Toyota , stop it ! That shit don’t look on you my big little brother🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
He's the best.
Totally, this dude is good at it
Thanks "Stephen"....
I checked one out at a dealership, and thought that the seats were 10x more comfortable than the 4Runner I have,. But comparing interiors, Toyota is getting decimated. I'd still go for it, though.
Have 19 4runner and came from a 12 Tahoe and man its like I didn't upgrade I got less but it is good motor i don't care give me both for a premium price
Decimated. Lol
the sequoia has much more interior room than 4runners
I see it more like an excellent, dependable trailer puller and family hauler on long vacation trips.
I love my wife's Yukon, but this is beyond awesome...
A full size 6000 lb SUV isn’t a rock crawler. It doesn’t need crawl control.
My 2010 Sequoia has EVERYTHING I need. I don't need or really want anymore tech. 10 years old and still runs and drives perfectly with 136k. 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, tows my 31' travel trailer, takes the family onto the beach, and hauls 7 in comfort. I dig the Sequoia.
You have ten more years to enjoy it. That's a lot of time between car payments.
Did you do any mods? I just purchased a new sequoia trd pro and am hesitant to drive a 3ton vehicle onto the beach. The sand hear isn’t like Daytona, florida
I have a 2003 with 320,000+mi with just the regular upkeep on it and it's still great-roomy and solid
Exactly!
I have an 02 sequoia with 260k on it
About to hit 300k on my 03 sequoia
I'm at 337000+ and just now getting the axels or bearings (not mechanic savy) replaced-still loving it
We need a side by side by side of the Sequoia, Tahoe & Expedition. On road and off road like you normally do....power line (hydro) trail....
I love watching your off-road videos, especially when snow is out! 😅✅
I miss the days of real vans. They were the ultimate comfort for 4-7 people to travel in. Sitting in the back seats you literally had your own recliner. My dad had a full size GMC Safari and it was nice!! Huge leather seats for passengers and the 3rd row was like a couch lol. They aren’t really cool but for traveling a van can’t be beat. I wonder if they will ever be back? Probably not. I think a few mini vans still exist but they aren’t even close to a real van from the old days
On second thought I dunno...dads big GMC Safari was pretty cool!!! 😎. It was one of the last years for them, early 2000s. Had a front end like the pickup trucks and a 350. I called it the shaggin wagon 👍🏼
The price for the Sequoias are for good reason. Peace of mind, solid reliable, strong, everything works 30 years later.
The Supercharger is even more fun! I have it on my tundra and WOW! FUN! I still get 13.8 miles per gallon. :)
Outdated feeling? In two years that Sequoia will still be worth twice as much as the Chevy or Ford. So if your only requirement is a flashy interior then by the Chevy or Ford that will lose a quarter to half of their value in two years.
Ahh, the Toyota Tax. Pay a premium upfront and tout resale value 5 minutes later. Sillyness!
@@putmeincoach7663 it's not a tax if you don't buy them new.
@@putmeincoach7663 The idiot tax. You buy a Chevy, Dodge, or Ford and every other weekend you're going to be sitting at the dealership having them fix something that's under warranty that should not have broken in the first place.
@@theylied1776 Same applies. You will pay more for a Toyota than any other brand with comparable mileage and the same model year. 10 years ago, I would've argued alongside you that it was worth it. However, Toyota got complacent and has been resting on their laurels of the 90's and early 2000's, while quality has slipped and innovation has fallen to nil.
@@putmeincoach7663 You pay more because the resale is higher. This isn't rocket science. This is basic economics theorem.
Love my trd for me dont need all that technology see in 10 years if that's stuff still working
Great review. I want one. Nothing can beat Toyota reliabilty.
The interior dash looks exactly like my 2010 Tundra lmao!
I have a 2010 Tundra also and am shocked that it looks the same!
Of course a Canadian wouldn’t know what that long storage by the shifter is for 😊. It’s for a handgun my friend.
How do you get to it quickly? It’s an awkward angle. I just purchased a 2021, it’s difficult to gain access. Or do you just pull the cup holders out and grab it?
Great great review. Wish I saw it earlier, because I just bought one of these today. I would have wanted one sooner if I saw this video. I traded in a mint, perfect, 4runner I wanted to keep forever, because it's too small. It's also super hot in the backseats. Finally, the general driveability of the v8 vs the 4R v6 is waaaay more enjoyable
Are you going to take it offroad?
We have a 16 platinum. It’s huge but my wife just uses it to drive the kids around and she loves it. Fits car seats great and handles great in small parking ramps downtown. It’s great for road trips and towing as well, great all around. But I don’t even ask how much she’s spending on gas.
I have one and I love it! I can take it on bombed out dirt roads with huge pot hole and the tires and suspension eat it up. The truck is fast as hell and I can fit my family of five in it with total comfort. The third row is so roomy too. I was going to get the expedition, which I do really like a lot, but the reliability is unparalleled. Our last Ford broke down at 30k miles and left my wife stranded on the highway.
it will still break if you drive fast on dirt roads...yes its better equipped to deal with bumps than a Camry but it still has suspension components that will wear out fast if abused like shocks and the wheel bearings on TRD is usually lighter than the regular two wheel drive trucks
@@philtripe Axles and bearings are massive on this thing. It has running gear comparable to a 2500 series pickup truck. 9.5" and 10" ring gears. It is over built and get milage like a 2500 gas pickup because it is equivalent to one.
Sounds like the Ford we owned. FORD/GM=💩💩💩💩
Awesome SUV and very competitive. Try finding a used one, and they have a high resale value. Loved my 2013 Sequoia. I now have a Tundra TRD equally awesome!
16:00 Crawl-control - 4:30 front rear diffs, 4x4 Low Range, 1st gear, goodyear Duratracs. Possibly change the diffs and xfer case out with synthetic gear oil for much better performance in cold weather. To give you some experience, go play in some old snow in the Rockies, then swap out to good winter tires and play some more. With tires that have good grip, an LSD isn't usually required.
Great review! I always appreciate TFL’s opinions. Good job.
Ill take old🙂
Yeah I kinda prefer the older square look
That Toyota “old” will still be around in 20 years.
Stephen, Whether you are paying by the mile or paying by the pound, the Sequoia SR5 4X4 is the bargain of the 3 ton SUV segment. It has everything you need without the expensive frills.
I just bought my 2020 black TRD PRO and it’s one of the best SUV’s I’ve ever owned. We’ve been getting some rough weather here in Cali and this beast just takes it with ease. I think the only thing it needs is better clearance but at this height it does everything really well. Definitely a modern classic!
Yes... The price is a bit too steep. Why would one buy this when they can buy the Lexus LX or Land Cruiser? Love that army green though!
Really valid point.... !
Canadians Disagree 😂😂😂
I wished they put a v8 in the 4runner again!
This.
I have an ‘06 v8 4Runner w/ 160k miles. Love it‼️ Suspension ideas, anyone?
Je P buy a Lexus GX460
@@babietuan323 Can't afford it! Plus I want to actually take it off road!
And a manual.
Stephen,
Yes the Toyota Sequoia needs to exist! Not everyone is built small or has a small family to fit in a highlander or rav4 size vehicle. This machine is an absolute beauty. I'll take this Sequoia over an Expedition or Tahoe any day of the week
The colour is very nice. You can also never go wrong with a tailgate window that goes up and down.
Dated AF but you buy a Toyota because of legendary reliability. A new Tundra or Sequoia today will still be on the road after 20 years and half a million miles with very minimal maintenance.
Very few other brands can say the same. And I say this as a GMC owner.
I am getting one, had a 2008 sequoia sold it in 2016, have been missing it ever since, with the super cool features of the pro I can't wait to own one.
It’s at the top of my want as a ski ride. Add Blizzak DMV2’s and it’s all I’d ever want in a mountain mobile.
Steve is the man, the myth, the legend.
I'm 33, I don't care about the electronics or the body not being updated. I traded in my 2019 4runner trd pro for a 2021 sequoia trd pro in Lunar Rock 2 weeks ago. I love it! Simple, reliable, comfortable and will last forever.
Do you ever take your sequoia off road? I traded my 16 4runner for a new white 2021 sequoia. I don’t think I’ll be taking this to drive on the beach. I bought it bc we will be towing a travel trailer and still want the room for gear and our pups. I also loaded this beast up from floor to ceiling with gear/boxes etc. if I had a pick up I would need to buy a bed top just to haul what I just did.
@@GG-ul6sr I have not taken it off road yet, due to the pandemic. But now that restrictions are being lifted I definitely plan on it. Although I don't think I'll be doing anything too extreme. No matter what your plans are with the Sequoia, you will love it.
That weird storage next to the cup holder is for a laptop.
Brilliant on you...I would have never guessed👍
Mike Foehr I gotta be honest only reason I know is cause I own one ,and it took me a while to figure it out myself
After lifting the storage next to the cup holder it gives you the opportunity to lift the cup holder to help you store more items in there.
Just another example of a vehicle review of a tech seeking geek who has done little homework
No it’s for my burrito
Much love for the sequoia. To each his own
When u buy a vehicle this big fuel economy isn’t in the conversation
Love the size/volume, fox shocks and skid plates. The exterior looks like an early model Dodge Durango, though. Replace the interior cosmetics with a Lexus 570 or Toyota Land Cruiser face lift. The power train is more than sufficient, but I would like to see a TRD supercharger or twin turbo option offered to the enthusiastically insane. Integrate the crawl control and Kinetic system features in the aforementioned, too. Improve the approach and departure angles, accordingly. A step in the right direction, at least.
Well.. this came out in 2007. Wayy before the Durango came out in the early 2011
The drop down rear glass is the most awesome feature.
I've waited a year, its 2021, and now im looking at dealer inventories and going to try to scoop a new one of these for 58-60k
Most people that buy off-road centric vehicles even Wranglers don’t use them as intended. These are lifestyle vehicles, that in most cases never go off-roading. People who buy big Toyota’s want reliability over features that will eventually break.
Yeah I got rid of my Rubicon and now bask in the glory of a practical entry level luxury sedan. At less than half the price.
Soooooooo much happier.
Drove a Sequoia last year...............and fell in love. LOVE the power, the size, the 'outdated' tech, the utilitarian interior, etc. I ran it with the A/C on for a long weekend of highway and city driving, and I even thought the gas mileage was very decent (for what it is). The Sequoia is ALL business.
It sounds crazy to type it, but $60-$65k is not outlandish for a Sequoia, given that, with minimal maintenance, this truck 'should' last you 12 to 15+ years/300,000+ miles (if you're the type to keep a vehicle).
Truck should have dual exhaust though.
If I could afford a low mileage, late model one (and I didn't already have a truck I love), I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
I just got a 2018 SR5 almost new with 38k miles almost fully loaded. Just missing power lift gate and power folding mirrors. Don’t care about those. My kids love the space, it is an extremely comfortable truck. Fuel economy yes, she is thirsty but I don’t really drive much. 4 miles round trip commute. This pst weekend we were 7 people in the Sequoia and we were in a minivan type interiors. Everyone was pleased and comfortable. I love the truck. This winter I’ll test it on the snow but im sure it will be a walk in the park. Mine it’s all black. She’s a beauty. So old, doesn’t bother me because it works and I trust it’s reliable reputation. The others are more modern and fancy looking but will it last as long? Time will tell. And I paid $44k. So that was, to me a great deal, considering how much it would have been new. Also came certified by Toyota with 7years/100k miles. I’m a happy camper!!
Just bought a cream puff 2014 limited. It's a machine and the drivability and comfort where we spend most of our time, on the road I would rate top notch, And thats from a Caddy owner.
No Stephen your spot on they do feel old. That's the main reason my wife and I didn't get a TRD pro 4runner. I know your getting reliably or whatever, but 52k is alot of money for a pixelated instrument cluster screen looks like out of a 2001 Audi and a center screen smaller than my cellphone. I absolutely love Toyota and always will, but come on Yota catch up with your interior.
Why do you care about screens in your car anyway? Watch the road please.
@@wolfcastle462 u don't glance at the radio or speedometer?
Reliabillity and having good solid parts that have shown to last over 300k miles is what you pay for. Electronics are nice and hell im putting in a touch radio in my 07 but, thats so I dont have to take my hands off the wheel when doing calls. But sometimes missing electric adjustable chairs or fancy trim interior is for the better honestly. Ive been in cars where everything inside was like living in a mansion but, the car would always have transmission issues or engine problems with in the 150k mile range. Pay all that 50k on a fancy looking vehicle, ill spend my money on something that will last. Ill never have to spend that kind of money again on something thats ultimatly supposed to take me from point A. to point B. when I want it to.
Toyota really needs to get into the diesel game. This Sequoia would be an easier buy if the fuel economy was better. Also it makes sense to be outdated if Toyota doesn't know how well they will do compared to the 4runner since they do have a 3rd row option now.
With how strict emissions are now getting and with most manufacturers dropping diesels completely from they're lineup in north america dont count on Toyota ever adding one . The 5.7 gas v8 is they're bread and butter for these vehicles , they not going to change the recipe anytime soon.
2008 called, it wants it's interior back! TRD Pro package: lipstick on the proverbial pig!
phaT habitaT How original! Can you even list the upgrades included in the TRD PRO Package? I bet you can’t.
@@brodiwheeler7583 Excessive badging. Done.
phaT habitaT Incorrect. I knew you couldn’t
Great review and it is a great SUV. I still love my 2019 Tundra more than anything on the planet. And just putting this out there, there is still something missing with the TRD PRO line up. Bring back the FJ CRUISER!
Gun owners mind went crazy on what setup they could fit in the long skinny deep centre console
This 5.7 is proven capable of 1,000,000 miles. It would take 100 Mercedes to get that many miles with Toyota reliability numbers. Each Benz can get you 10,000 miles before the heated turn signal stalk sends you back to the dealership.
Interior looks just like my 8 year old tundra on the inside lol
In my opinion they need to standardize the TRD Pro trim abit more. I'm not saying all of their vehicles have to be as good off road as the 4Runner. But to carry that badge it should be decent off road.
I took a look at all three SUV's at the Toronto Auto Show this week, I find the Ford and Chev/GMC interiors too car-like and delicate. The toyota dash and interior keep the 'Utility' in sport utility vehicles.
The Toyota TRD Pro is a win for me..Black plastic and all....
I considered the Sequoia when I need to replace my 22 year old Land Cruiser. Could not get over how cheap the interior plastic felt. Ended up spending the extra coins to get a new Land Cruiser.
I don't know anything about "off-roading" but the Sequoia seems a little on the large side for wheeling on a majority of trails.
Rented one for a long weekend last year and I LOVED driving the vehicle. In mixed highway/local driving (with the A/C on) I was very pleasantly surprised by the gas mileage. It's not a Prius, however, for what it is, I was impressed. There wasn't anything that I did not like about the vehicle. Extremely comfortable ride. Toyota fit & finish. Power for days. If you have a couple of kids and/or live in a place that's not overcrowded, it seems like a great vehicle to own.
Aside from not being able to afford one (or certainly a lower mileage one), I also live in an extremely densely populated part of the country and on top of all that, I highly doubt that this glorious beast would fit in my garage.
People criticize "Toyota fanboys" but you have to blind and/or biased not to notice the number of owners of 4Runners, Sequoias, and Land Cruisers who report having 300,000+ miles. I appreciate the value of spending $50 or $60 or even $70,000 on a vehicle that you know is extremely likely to last 300,000 (trouble-free) miles.
I have a $15,000 2016 Kia Soul. 225,000 miles so far. It’s about regular oil changes and driving it with care.
Not a bad MPG for a beast, just a couple miles less than a 4runner V6.
To be honest...you're totally right
Stick out infotainment system is the worst trend that needs to go immediately, like doesn’t matter how good the material and the design are, the fact they are so lazy to smash a screen straight into the center council just so bad.
They do it that way to place it more in your field of vision so you're not looking down all the time.
Seems like if it makes it easier to work on that would be a good thing.
I really hope that trend goes out of style soon. That alone is a deal breaker for me
I love my Toyota Sequoia! ❤❤
You convincetly failed to mention that it has lane keep and adaptable cruiser control. It's got every bell and wistle. What are you complaining about it being updated. Dont complain about fuel milage. This a specific vehicle. The people who purchase this have no complains. I dont get what do you want? Your parroting what ever other mindless weekend car reviewer says because they have nothing better have done 0 research. You have power seats, sun roof, navigation, leather seats, updated infotainment, powerful v8. Reservoir shocks, skid plates, led fog lights, rear leg room is leading class. Its interior is more spacious than the land cruiser and just as spacious as the Toyota minivan. JBL audio updated speakers. Double glove departments. The only difference between the expedition is that it's got leather on the dash. That's what you modern??🤣
you have some good points, huge lexus fan here and I have the new LX right now, I so wanted to buy the sequoia but it looks very plasticky from inside. it really needs an update, its basically the same car as in 2008. yes it has all the bells and whistles but I wish they made the nav screen bigger, front camera, keyless start came in couple of years ago? . I dont even know if this has the 360 camera or even the front camera the land cruiser in 2008 came with. They have the tech I cant understand why not just put in the sequoia. It looks mean and I would buy this any day over ford but its about time they update this.
Most important factor, more reliable than any Ford, GM or Chrysler/Dodge vehicle.
Nailed it! All that safety stuff standard than some don't even offer is standard on the tundra and sequoia. You can get nav, heated and cooled leather seats, jbl sound system, tons of room amd a danm good ride on the highway a while habing insane resale value and reliability. Ill take the poor fuel economy over that cylinder deactivation and direct injection crap that carbons up your valves. It a simpler engien without a the gimmicks and thats why I like it. Its an honest good v8.
Well the interior isn't quite as nice as other brands and the fuel mileage, well Ram can get over 20 out of a 5.7l V8. So why can't Toyota make a 5.7l V8 get better than a measly 13 mpg city and 17 mpg highway? It would be kind of a cool overland build but the range has a potential to be a little problematic. But with that being said, I'm not bashing Toyota in anyway I'm just saying things that people complain about often. My personal interior expectations are lower due to growing up with "poor people cars" but I do wish they offered more colors besides a bland black with white headliner and a rough 13 mpg.
@@private6549 it definitely isn't as fuel efficient as the current domestic offerings, but the 10.5 inch 4.30 rear end has alot to do with that. Interior to me isn't that bad, definitely a subjective thing, because for me it is fine, I don't need a flat screen tv sized display in my dash. It does come standard with toyotas safety sense with autonomous braking and lazer guided cruise control, which are either only available on the higher trim levels or not available at all in some other trucks. Only thing it really needs is a 360 birds eye view camera system. Features like full roll down back glass has been available since the first gen crew cab, and adjustable headlights via a dial on the dash has been offered since 07. The big 3 still do not offer either of those two features. Navigation and 8 inch screen (i think its 8 inches) is standard even on the base model, you can get heated amd cooled leather seats and a JBL stereo, the 5.7 is standard, and it does offer a 36 gallon tank now, keyless entry and keyless start,, remote start, full LED headlights and driving lights, so reallt what else could you really ask for in a truck other than better fuel economy? A fully loaded out platinum or 1794 stickers for just over 50k, and if you negotiate you can have one just under 50k like my brother did. Thats what you pay for a regular XLT f150, more if you get a well optioned lariat, and astronomical if you go platinum, king ranch, and downright insane if you go limited. So what you can get for 50k in a tundra is actually a pretty good value.
I think by 2022 Toyota will make alot of new rides...
JOHNJOHN 9111 true. The land cruiser is coming next year, with the Lexus LX. This will be redesigned in 2022 alongside the tundra.
Here is the point. Yes, the interior is not impressive, but many people love these old school Toyotas ( 4runner and Land Cruiser as well) is because of their long term reliability. How many new SUVs can last over 20 years (or over 200,000 miles) without major issues?
Sequoia TRD Pro possesses the best interior.
Beautiful beast, I'll take old as well
Why fix something that's not broken!
So I guess the best thing he likes is all the small storage spots 🤣🤣🤣
Trd pro is basically an appearance package, kinda like the at4. The lack of a front and/or rear locker says it all
jook13 wrong. The trd pro’s have full fox suspension (clearly stated in video).
Ok... Barely more than an appearance package. This thing is approaching land cruiser prices. They could have added lockers and a few more inches of lift, along with crawl control.
Toyota is watering down the "trd pro" badge, even throwing it on the rav4
jook13 just like GM added the AT4 package on the tiny GMC Terrain. I get what you’re saying though. The new overhaul come 2021-2022 should be interesting to see what they do.
Overall I think it was a pretty good review. I would still take the Sequoia over a king Ranch expedition which is what he paired it against. Keep in mind all the things that he said it’s lacking is available on the Land Cruiser. Ford does not have a top-tier vehicle over the expedition like Toyota does with the Land Cruiser. If you need to go extreme then the Land Cruiser will take you where you want to go and put you at the same price range as a fully loaded king Ranch expedition or premium tear Tahoe.
Great review overall. Made me change my mind about considering this as an of roader.
To me this is like a mini van that hits the gym in the weekends.
the hood opening is unique...my 99 Lexus LX470 opens the same way :D
Unless it's my imagination, in almost all of these snowy weather test drives in the U.S. and Canada, I don't see or hear any road salt (splattering against the vehicle). In the northeastern U.S. they dump salt down my the metric ton, which of course is why it's fairly rare to see a vehicle over 10 years old that doesn't show visible rust.
Glad they got rid of the tube instrument cluster.
I like it but disappointed with the 4x4 system , lack of rear locker and MTS and crawl control. I would take it over it’s competition though.
It has a locking center diff which gives real 4x4. Crawl control is on the landcruiser at a much higher price. I don't know of many others that offer the crawl control. In the end, it is not an all off road vehicle but can go there if needed.
@@rundmm It's nice to have the option of splitting the torque equally front to rear, but it's still limited to the traction/capability of the front and rear differentials. Combine that with limited slip front and rear differentials or a Honda like brake based system and it just might be the sweet spot for most people. Heck it probably is with just the transfer case locker. As you pointed out it is not a 'all off road vehicle', if that is what someone is looking for it should not even be on the radar.
This truck is not really for over land. But you have your family’s safty in check when going on long trips, not so much up the Rockies rock trails. I love it! Wish we had one, but we got the bad ass four runner pro so ya speed up or move over cause the woman’s driveling! Don’t worrie, I’m right behind her in my bad ass Tacoma. I’ll pull your ass out the ditch !🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
Rickey Cooley I also have a 18 trd off road 4runnner and a 2020 trd Pro Tacoma so I’m set.
rundmm Crawl Control is on the TRD Off-Road and Pro versions of the 4Runner and Tacoma.
I had a 2009 and I loved it. The fuel mileage was not impressive but as far as the ride and the comfortably, awesome. It is truly outdated for the price.
That SUV is a relic! 82k wow!
The removable center console is actually for you to store a fire arm in your vehicle without being seen. It was like that in the 2007-2013 Tundras also. The poor fuel economy also comes from the fact the sequoia (and all Toyota 4x4s generally) have more ground clearance then their competition, I think the sequoia offers almost 3in more clearance and doesn't have a low hanging front air dam. Raise a Tahoe or Expedition 3in and remove the front air dam and the fuel economy will probably be the same or maybe even worse. And lastly the torsen center differential gives you the ability to use this in 4hi but on dry and hard surfaces like a full time 4wd system but still go 2wd hi to save fuel. But the magic of the torsen center differential is the ability to turn around tight spaces off road unlocked and can transfer up to 70% of the torque to the front or rear wheels without binding or increasing the turning radius to much. You get the best of both worlds and hate Toyota discontinued it in the 4runner.
Cool review Stephen! We understand it won't be as good off-road but you gotta put it to the test! Respect the name of the channel! :D
The skinny panel in the center console...you forgot that the cupholder next to it is removeable as well. Once both are removed, you've got another big pocket for stuff.
I have a first gen, it's not Wrangler or raptor level off-road worthy, but still pretty sure footed off-road. I feel you should have at least took it on trail to see just how capable it is, instead of speculating.
This vehicle is all about compromise. If you want a full size SUV that can haul your growing family around, it has the room and enough creature comforts to do it comfortably with bulletproof reliability and resale value.
The trade-off is aesthetically it's not as modern in the interior as other vehicles in it's class and it's hard on fuel.
If you can look past those two factors it's a great family hauler that's plenty capable with room to spare.
35” of 3rd row leg room & you’ll say it is not class leading? The 2020 Tahoe has all of 24” of leg room in the 3rd row. The 2021 Tahoe has 34” of 3rd row leg room. The 2020 Suburban has 34” of leg room in the 3rd row with the 2021 model having 36” now & the expedition sits at 36” of 3rd row leg room. My point is, at someone who is 6’7”, the sequoia in 2008 was years beyond the completion. The amount of room back there is cavernous. They’ve provided so much space throughout the car since this model. Am
I a fan of this old platform? No, but I’m tired of folks not giving credit to the Sequoia as the folks who pushed SUV’s to make more 3rd row legroom. They’ve been doing it from the beginning. A full size SUV with independent rear suspension.
Does it have enough headroom?
Right Lane Hog when the seat is reclined, yes very much.
@@dariuskila I am around 6'3" and I fit into fewer and fewer cars these days especially the new 'TNGA" Toyotas.
Right Lane Hog yeah I feel your struggle! I have an ‘05 Yukon Denali, the headroom in the 3rd room is great, but the leg and foot room is truly atrocious.
When you floored it at the stop sign you forgot to say "This is being filmed somewhere in Mexico"
RMBx22 I hope got the advice lol always got to throw out the disclaimer
I absolutely love the Sequoia I’m 6’3 1/2 and as big as that vehicle is I feel like the cab is so small. I really wish they would’ve had a sunroof delete option but I love that rig.
Chucky doll laughs at min 12:33 🤣
it needs the solid rear axle back like the 1st gen lol na idk but I think this is one of the best looking suvs even if its from 2008
I would have to disagree, I pull 10k lbs. trailer and it rides like a car on long hauls. Tundra is still an option.
The shape definitely reminds me of an old GMC truck from the earlier 2000s - like a Blazer or an Envoy
My (truck) man!! Another great one!
Why would Toyota add those features like craw control and a disconnecting sway bar when you can get that with the more expansive and more capable Land Cruiser? This wasn’t made to be an off-roading super rig but rather a medium between the way more expensive Land Cruiser and the smaller 4Runner.