Ownership First Impressions… My New 2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro!
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- Опубликовано: 25 янв 2023
- In this video I provide my ownership first impressions of my new 2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro. Ice Cap white in color with red interior… I love it! This is the best Toyota I’ve ever owned, and I mean that. Between having the functional 3rd row, remarkable power delivery, stunning body lines and amazing creature comforts. It’s the greatest!
Yes I like it better than my previous 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition… better than ny previous V8 Tundra TRD Pros… better than my FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Ultimate Edition, and just barely better than my 4Runner TRD Pros (space and power win out).
This 2023 Sequoia TRD Pro is just so much fun to drive. My wife and I absolutely love it! If you get a chance to drive one, definitely do it!
Thanks for watching as always. Let me know your thoughts.
-Stay Untamed… 
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Mistakes? Dude, life happens, lol. You got a family. It's not car porn like others show, and it's real and honest, which is refreshing. People will always have something to say, especially if they ain't got nothing better to do. Love the review, and baby girl is adorable!!!
I really appreciate the kind comment, thank you. =] 🙏🏼
I’m glad this is your favorite Toyota you’ve ever owned! 2 months later- the 2023 highlander is honestly the best Toyota I’ve ever owned. Hey as long as the wife and kids are happy my friend! It is a nice looking sequoia
Haha I sure hope that isn't my upload 2 months from now haha. =]
You are absolutely right - this is the best so far - Toyota knows what are they doing
Another great video. Your excitement is palpable! And best of all Peanut loves the room and the red seats!
Thanks man! We absolutely love this thing… and Peanut is all about it too! =]
I love it! Thanks for showing us the latest and greatest yoda. Much love and peace!
My pleasure man! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!
We got an SR5 2023 with the TRD and Premium package and it has like 90% of the same features of this model and we love it. Saved us a lot of money and we were able to get it in Lunar Rock color too all for less than 70k. We took it on a road trip with the kids and dog half way across the country and it was amazing. Got 20 mpg the whole way, lots of room to put our stuff, and it is a beast when you have to pass people, just instant put you in your seat throttle at any speed.
That’s very high praise from you! Glad it’s working out for you.
Thanks bud. It’s been awesome. =]
It's always great when a car exceeds one's expectations. I'm thrilled for you. I've owned a100 series landcruiser (2003 Galactic Gray), since new. It served our family of 4, well. The sequoia is very well packaged for a family of 6. Love your content. I wish you continued growth for your channel
I appreciate you Paul, thank you! Glad your Land Cruiser has served your family well!
This is a good looking rig. It just has the right proportions
You go Peanut! Lol. Sweet ride. I currently own a 2019 1794. I’m looking at getting the Capstone Version of the Sequoia. We shall see. Great video!
Haha she’s a good sport!
Awesome man, you’ll love it!
Great video! As for me I have four kiddos two of which are adult sized teenagers (with two in middle school), and a few months ago when I took our 2015 Sequoia Limited 4x4 in for some maintenance at the dealership, I had the kiddos all jump into the new one, and my two sons 17, 15 had their heads hit the roof in the back, and all four of my kids thought it was smaller and not as comfortable. It is clearly smaller. They liked the look but all agreed they prefer our current Sequoia. For the prices they are asking there is no way I'd move up into this current gen.
Your opinion is skewed because you have vehicles for such a short time. Most regular people that buy Toyotas drive them for 7-10 years plus. I'll give Toyota 3 years to get it right with the new drive train. The sequoia is a handsome truck, but I still like the look of the 200 series LC.
Yep which is why I wanted to make that clear at the start of this video. For someone who doesn’t hold onto vehicles a long time, this sequoia is the better pick over the Land Cruiser. 👍
Getting mine the first week of march. Can’t wait!!
Heck yeah! Conhgrats man. Hope you love it.
yeah I'm one of those who drives till the wheels falls off. Dad handed me down his '98 4runner and it lasted 16 years. Had my civic and that lasted me 12 years. Now have a '20 4runner and I'm holding on to that thing forever. especially with how much things are I can't imagine the 6th gen 4runner being only around 40-50k price range if it ever comes out.
Toyota ending their reliability by adding turbos to their engines and replacing interiors with technology that could break over time, it really is the end.
i have a 2020 trdpro and i will probably keep it forever unless i get a reasonable deal for the sequoia trdpro. but as for the 6th gen 4runner? msrp will be 60k.. dealer markup for sure around 80k the way things are now
:talking about the trd pro model of course
Too legit to quit
Drove our 1990 4Runner for 30 years--sold it to a Toyota tech. Still running.
Wow that’s awesome! Not many other brands could do that. 👌
I love the redesign. This is a good-looking Toyota!!
It was certainly a loooong overdue redesign 👌
Thanks man
I got a 1st gen Tundra and Sequoia and honestly, the Sequoia is so much more maneuverable. Someday I'll upgrade to this one but for now I'm enjoying the content!
Awesome man! 1st Tundra and Sequoia is still a sweet fleet 💯
Appreciate your support!
I realllly like that thing. God I wish it had the 5.7 in it. I’ve grown to love the red interior on my GX.
And the 2WD-AWD-4WD-LO selector!
Love the look. With a black headliner and front tow hooks, it’d be perfect!
I agree 100%
2024 TRD Pro comes with the black headliner and numerous aftermarket companies now offer the front and rear tow hooks.
Now you’ve got me debating between the tundra and sequoia when the time comes later this year. 😂
Haha sorry for the dilemma! Although a good dilemma to have! 😉
I’m keeping my 2022 4Runner till the wheels fall off lol. Love this thing.
I would choose this model and trim over any major luxury brand. This thing is a beauty.
There’s no other 3rd row suv I’d prefer over this… an EVS Escalade would be the second place.
My 5-year old commanded that my car must always have red seats. I've been driving a Porsche Macan GTS with red interior for a while and I want to go in a more practical and long-term responsible direction while my 2 (soon to be 3) kids are young. I can get a 911 later...
Landed on the TRD Pro Sequoia because... it's the only car available in its segment with red interior 😂
It looks pretty awesome and your review helped convince me to order one.
Cheers
How is the head room with the 2nd row? I sat in a Limited with a bench seat, not reclined and it had a Pano Sunroof. I'm right at 6' and my head was touching the ceiling, which is kind of a bummer. Wondering if it's different without the Pano?
Did you remover or cover-up to cup-holder between the 2nd row captains chairs?
That's awesome man. I'm debating on the V8 tundra TRD pro or this new iForce Max generation.
Pros and cons to each for sure… great peace of mind in the V8 but the IForce max is just a ton of fun to drive… 👌
Those dad color jeans match the wallet. 😂
Stunning ride, I think it looks better with “smaller” tires.
Haha if the shoe fits... I'm as dad as it gets. =]
Wish my dealer had a sequoia for my wife. But got a 23 4Runner TRD pro instead. Toyota Fans here with the 4Runner and 22 Tundra. I’d still get a sequoia but wish they had that rear wiper tucked in the hatch spoiler and wish that rear window rolled down like prior gen and tundra. Congrats.
Thank you! The 4Runner is always a solid option 👌 Unmatched reliability 💯
You are absolutely right
I have read / heard that the ride quality on the capstone is not great. Is it better on the TRD pro ?
I can’t wait till I get my first Toyota I am waiting for the 4Runner redesign to come out
That’s new 4Runner will look amazing I’m sure 👌
Im on a 3 month wait list for this thing
The car looks amazing, congrats!
Thanks a ton! 🙏🏼
Congrats, it's a beauty.
What do you think about the Toyota tundra platinum
is the roof rack included with TRD Pro or we need to pay extra ?
I’m def one of those people that say I’ll own my vehicles till the wheels fall off but I actually do. And most people who say that most times do. Everyone I know keeps their trucks till it’s done and not worth fixing or replacing something if it gets that old. Every single truck and suv I’ve owned I have been the one and only owner for all of them. Bought them all new till it didn’t go anymore. My 4runner now has little over 150,000 and still goin strong and never had a single issue. This will prolly be the longest lasting vehicle I’ve owned cause it will outlast my other vehicles but I will def be keeping it forever until it literally dies. I wouldn’t want it any other way and don’t like changing vehicles often. I like building a weird connection to my trucks and being so used to every tiny little detail and part.
I respect owners like you… though I couldn’t never do it myself, I too love the “idea” of that. But I can confidently say the vast majority of people who claim this do not keep for more than a few years. It’s something they like to say because it helps justify their purchase. It’s more of a psychological thing than anything. I see it all the time on my channel here… people will buy a new vehicle and quickly State they’ll drive it forever. I’ve already seen those same people sell off/trade in since saying that about their 2020 purchase hah. =]
@@UntamedMotors Can you poll your viewers about length of ownership?
I currently have owned a 1986 4runner for 22 years and a 2014 4runner for 8 years. I don't plan on selling either! The next Toyota I buy, I will carefully choose based on features, reliability, and long-term cost of ownership. I don't think I'm alone here!
@@brianh5393 I’m not saying people like you don’t exist… you’re just in the extreme minority. Everyone wants to be like you though 😉
I love it. Looks so good! The only deal breaker is the cargo space and third row. Kills it for me. Two toddlers and a third on the way. I'll probably have to get a Tahoe RST or Ford Expedition Stealth performance instead.
Yeah this offers zero space for strollers unfortunately
Dude just get a mini van stop fooling yourself thinking you need to take children off roading….. where do you need to go with 3 children in winter that a FWD mini van with good snow tires would get you
How are you finding the 4wd system?? I know it doesn’t have a all wheel drive or automatic 4wd system. Is the 2nd doing well with the snow??
Super easy to swap between 4 and 2. These tires haven’t done the best in deep snow… so a swap out is in store! =]
Toyota4Life my 04 sequoia has a quarter million miles on it. Runs just as good as new
Heck yeah that’s awesome! Gotta love Toyotas!
Nice looking truck. I'm not sure I love the red interior. Are you planning to put KO2's on it? Feels like a must.
Thanks man. I’ll do KO2s eventually… just trying to decide if I want to do the Westcott lift or not… it’ll make it so it can’t fit into my garage. Which in hail country WY… that’s a problem.
Hope they will add the cool box feature from LC in next model.
21 Rav 4 TRD and love the heated steering wheel...
Haha it’s a game changer in cold places like this 🙌
Best color combo for the trd pro
I agree (…in my very biased opinion) 😂
Man when I get rich I’m getting all TRD Pro vehicles
I'd get this in a second if it just had something like the fold out flat front center console worksurface found on the Ford F150 pickups. That is incredibly useful, and the main reason I am considering getting a pick up, a loaded Ford F150 specifically, instead of an suv. But no one offers such a thing on any suv, and Ford only offers it on their pickups. Too bad. And frustrating, since I really like a few suvs, this one in particular. I'd want an all black exterior whatever vehicle I get. After much research, and if I could pick and choose features, I'd want the GMC Yukon AT4 with cadillac Escalade interior luxury, raised up at least 1 inch from the current base height of 8 inches, so that with its adjustable air suspension it would be at least 9" standard height, up to at least 10" in 4H and up to at least 11" in 4L. And of course, I'd want that fold out flat work surface in the front center console. But no such suv exists with all that, and I do like what I see with this Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro. I'd keep the 3rd row down flat most of the time, just up on the occasions those extra seats would be useful, so plenty of interior cargo space for my uses most of the time. I must say, I don't like the read interior, I'd much prefer just an all black interior too, including a black headliner, whether I went all black exterior as I generally prefer, or all white exterior like this one. That said, you're daughter's cute, and I'll give the red some more thought just because she likes it so much.
Untamed do you still feel this is the best Toyota you have owned? How would you compare the 2023 Sequoia to the LX and LC you owned? Thanks!
I loved this sequoia, just wished it made more sense for a family of 6 (lack of cargo renders its useless)… personally I prefer the non-hybrid twin turbo V6 in the LX but the pep/speed of this tied to its good turning radius (unlike this gen tundra) made it a great choice: the Fox suspension was super plush too… it’s neck and neck with the LX but I’d lean with the Lexus. Do prefer the Toyota badge though.
I am not really sure if I want to grab this capstone sequoia in midnight black, arriving at this dealership next week. I deposited and waited 8 months. But I forgot all about it till the salesman called 😂 After watching so many mixed reviews idk if I will go for it. Less cargo space and 3rd idk I will see it in person and drive, make a decision then.
Love the trd but I need 3 for the second row vs the capts
If you think the LC is boring and a bit bland, how do you feel about the 4Runner? I have a 21 4R and honestly like it but not in love. Like with the LC I think reliability is it's biggest draw to keep long term.
The Land Cruiser is a brute... King of reliability. The design cues and interior is just boring. The "tech" of the LC is trying hard to be modern but just falls short. It isn't anywhere near as intuitive as the new Sequoia here. Just shows its age is all... with the 200 series being nearly 2 decades old (design wise).
Yes I watch your videos and I like to know if I could get some information 2023 TRD pro Tacoma. Looking for the decals that go on the side of the box. I've been looking and I cannot find them.
Tufskinz is a company that sells em
Thank you for the info but do you have the phone number for me I live in Canada@@UntamedMotors
@@UntamedMotors I looked I cannot find them
I still have my 1998 chevy s10 truck 25 years strong
Do you purchase all your toyotas from the same dealer
Would love to see the rear cargo space. Seems like it might be limited with that 3rd row?
I’ll share a video of the rear cargo space today 👍 it definitely is limited =\
@@UntamedMotors Many thanks, sir! Also, thanks for all the content.
i truly believe if toyota made a suburban sized vehicle, they could easily steal sales from chevy, ford, and jeep. the biggest problem with the highlander, grand highlander, and even sequoia is that once the third row seats are up, cargo space is severely limited.
the sienna is a great option if you need the 7 or 8 seating plus cargo space and you can get over driving a minivan and just need e-awd for light snow driving conditions.
“Listen sir…who is holding you hostage. Blink three times if you need help.” ~ second gen tundra to Untamed
Sometimes, views are more important than anything else!
Lol sorry to disappoint… but this is legitimately my favorite Toyota I’ve ever owned. Minus the rear cargo space, it’s perfectZ
@@UntamedMotors no apology needed brother. I hope Toyotas new CEO keeps Toyota going
When you purchase new cars do you ask for MSRP or outdoor price
For Pros, I’m mainly concerned with getting it at MSRP… and I ensure the MSRP isn’t inflated with BS additions from the dealer. 👌
Out the door include tax tags and title… that stuff is typically set by your state/region.
I wish they made a stretched version of this like the suburban
I do too =\
Congrats on the new minivan!
Hah thank you Tom!
@@UntamedMotors glad you get the sarcasm. Nice ride.
Love the red ❤
Almost perfect, now you have to consider expedition max or Tahoe xl/suburban. Hopefully that cargo can worked around at such an expensive rig
If I were to trade in my car every 3-5 years, and I didn’t off-road like Untamed, I would drive BMWs or Cadillacs. But since for me and most people, a car purchase is a major purchase, it is stupid to gamble. That’s why I will stick with a Toyota/Lexus built at the end of a model cycle and proven reliability record.
Glad to see you are enjoying the Sequoia. But my question is, and I know you are like a big suv/truck type of person, but have you ever considered getting a Toyota Sienna? Like maybe to test drive one or see how it works for the family?
I’m selling my van! Front passenger seat doesn’t fit a normal adult, head hits the ceiling! I own a 22 tundra trd pro and just ordered 23 sequoia trd pro
We've considered it... it may be our next vehicle (in addition to the Sequoia here). We'll see...
Not sure if i like the large “sequoia” letters on the rear. I’d remove them personally but this looks sharp!
Yeah I wish they would have done “TRD Pro” instead
It is Awesome
My 4Runner is the best vechile I've ever owned.
Can’t ever go wrong with a 4Runner 👌
Don’t you try convincing me to get a Seqouia instead of a landcruiser now!!! 😂😅
You'll be in one in no time! =]
That red interior is RAD!!!! Congrats Amigo!
Thank you, Michael! We love it!
Time to complete the fleet by adding a TRD Camry
I do love the look of TRD Camrys 👌
Did you got rid of the 4runner or you still have it.
I still have my 4Runner 👍
I like trd pro, but the red interior drives me crazy, and looks like only red interior for trd pro
I dont like the idea of trading in cars every 3-4 years. Its treating these massive vehicles like disposable items
I would love one of these if they weren't $80,000
Buy the base package for 50k
@@secret5. The base price 2x4 is over $58k. Add a few options, and the next thing you know you're at $80k!
my inside source told me Toyota is dropping prices on all Sequoia models by 25% starting April
That’d be cool!
Untamed, since your Tundra has the same wheels with 35” tires, why not swap them in your driveway and see if it fits before you purchase new tires for the Sequoia…
That’s not a bad idea 👌
@@UntamedMotors it’s a good way to check prior to taking the jump and risk it not fitting in your garage. Btw, while I have your attention Mr Untamed, have you ever seen my review of my Tundra? I hope you don’t take offense, as my comment was more of a shout out to you!
@@UntamedMotors ruclips.net/video/rNHbOihDuQw/видео.html
@@stellanti That's a good call. =]
Just watched your video, haha love the shoutout. Great work on your lunar pro. Looks fantastic!
@@UntamedMotors that means a lot coming from you bud. Thank you! And thanks for the wealth of info you provide to us!
Man this sequoia looks so good it makes me sick.
Haha you and me both brother =]
Markup? Vegas dealer wants $10k over.
They’re tough to find at sticker atm. I paid MSRP for mine.
If you get a TRD pro it has to be white with the red interior in my opinion
That orange looks really good as well.
Just ordered one in Solar Octane!
Awesome! Hope they have an allocation for you.
@@UntamedMotors got lucky. My friend sells Toyota and just let me know they had one and should be built end of the month
@@JudgePhilipBanks24 that’s great to hear man, congrats!!
Nice trucks but most complex Toyotas ever released in the last year.
V6 turbo hybrid = more parts to maintain and repair = less overall reliability.
But if your not taking your trucks to areas where people can’t tow you out easily that doesn’t matter I guess.
16 mpg?!? Man I really am disappointed in that number.
My 3 inch lifted 4runner with armor on 33’s gets between 16.5-17 mpg combined. I know the sequoia is heavier especially with the hybrid and is way more powerful and way bigger but still would think they would’ve made the mpg way better with the hybrid. 16 mpg even if it’s city driving is sad for a 2023 hybrid Powertrain.
The whole mpg thing is a total scam the numbers they put on these turbo engines is complete bs
I think I deserve a half “told ya so”. 😉 I’d been suggesting you get the sequoia for years given your needs. Yes it was the second generation and not the newest design, but still…
Haha you were right. The full-sized third row is a “must have” for the kiddos. 💯
I’ve been making those same comments.
@@superwhite1991 haha yup! I now understand =] love the space of this.
@@UntamedMotors Once again, Toyota dropped the ball on this one. If you have car seats, the Expedition is one of the best. In the 3rd row the two outbound seats have latch anchors and all 3 seats have a top tether. The Sequoia 3rd row has no latch anchors and only one top tether. I guess they don't care about safety or maybe they don't think people with kids will buy the new Sequoia?
The storage space and 3rd row ruined this
The unfortunate truth… =\
Welcome to the world of PREMIUM FUEL!!!
Haha I’ve been using premium only for the last decade
@@UntamedMotors really? I’d only use it for the turbos and if they’re required, like the Raptor and Shelby. Surprised if you were putting it for the, LC, 4R, Taco,FJ and the V8 Tundras you had.
Toyota knew this was going to be the LCs death note. I fail to even see the point of buying a Land Cruiser…over this.
Most Americans won’t even think twice about a 200 series when this is available. Especially for less $$. 👌
Who knows what I would purchase with the seasonal depression WY brings. Sheesh.
Have you watched car guy nut review?
It’s great I’m sure, but what about that legendary reliability of the engine? I highly recommend you get the new RAPTOR R!!!!!
A Raptor R would be awesome! Just impossible to get anywhere near MSRP atm.
The driver seat is a bit long and the legs are in a uncomfortable position for the driver.
i like the red int, the wife does not. we went with her choice lol
Happy wife, happy life... =]
Nice truck for sure but no Land Cruiser my friend 🙂 Check out Ashland Leather wallets.
Those are not made in Japan like 4Runner
Untamed is a good dude no doubt, like the channel, great family too. Thanks for your service to the country! No independent rear suspension, rear glass doesn’t roll down, no cargo space, less attractive roof rack then second gen, V6 problem engine that doesn’t get any better gas mileage really, and those tow mirrors- yikes. You guys are treating this thing just like “the emperor w no clothes” Ive never seen a less attractive seat either. And $80k+ !? I paid $61 for my 2nd gen sequoia pro brand new, and that included shipping it to me cross country🤷🏼♂️.
Thanks man’s.
I hear you, this new sequoia definitely isn’t for everybody. We love it though!
@@UntamedMotors Aside from all the new tech and panoramic sunroof it's a downgrade from the previous Sequoia. I'd like to see you review them side by side and prove me otherwise!
Oh man if only they had a black headliner
I guess "the Best" can be subjective...
Different strokes for different folks. Buuuut I am saying this after having owned nearly every Toyota pickup and suv 😉
@Untamed Motors I'm glad to see you read the reviews... Have you owned the 1st or 2nd gen Sequoia? What's the longest you have owned one Toyota for? What is the highest mileage Toyota you have owned? What's the most miles you have put on one Toyota?
If you keep it long enough, it could turn out to be the worst Toyota you've ever owned!
In all seriousness, I would love to see you do a side by side comparison with a 2nd gen 8 passenger Sequoia. Like you did with the LX600 and LC 200 series.
100k for a toyota 😅
Supped up mini van 😅
Haha also true 👌
Imagine spending 80k+ on a vehicle maker that is known to be reliable then having a “hoping” thinking on it… yeah nope. Only rich people would do
Huh????
@@pjrodriguez9755 😂
You mad?????????
I'm confused
@@mannytv4869 what if he is? Gonna sue him for it? 😂
bro ditch that wallet asap
You can buy a self driving Tesla model Y or even X in some areas for the same price and save money on maintenance and gasoline. Plus they tesla is much nicer, quieter and faster.
Can't compare a crossover to a truck-based SUV 😂 where's your man card? Hand it over!
@@andyleo8418 Your right the Tesla is much better.
@@mildaudiophile3879 *you're
Andy's right. Nothing Telsa makes compares to the sequoia. People that buy the toyota put a bunch of heavy gear to go camping. An EV is the dumbest thing you can take overlanding at this point.
Why would he want an electric 300 mile range hunk of junk?
That’s the perfect women suv.
dont lift it, it looks great already