Ownership First Impressions Of An $80,000 Sequoia TRD Pro...
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In this video, I give you all my initial impressions of my 2023 TRD Pro. I showcase the good and the bad that I have experienced with the Sequoia so far as we take a little drive.
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Can't imagine anyone accusing you of not being open and honest with your criticism. Considering how much you love the brand, you're VERY transparent with your issues. I know I'm always really interested to hear your take on vehicles precisely because of that integrity. Great video, man. Still really eyeing one of these for Mrs. JAX. 🙂
Too pricey for a sequoia. Would rather get a Japanese assembled LX with all its advantages and better build quality. Not even a contest. Rather pay more and get a way better product. Always buy a Japanese assembled Toyota whenever possible imho.
peoples want made in America right lol
I have a 2014 Camry and a 2021 Acura RDX. Both are assembled in the US and both are solid vehicles. Got over 200K on the Camry, and it still drives like new.
I was excited about the sequoia until I saw the huge price jump also. I’m now waiting to see what the new GX redesign will look like for 2024
I agree
This vehicle needs a redesign. Loses in every category such 3rd row seating, cargo space/hump, price,mpg with the new motor is same as old reliable v8.
It’s sad…
At $80K, that Sequoia should be tight as a drum not loose headliner or fabric separating from the seatback or whatever. I really wanted to like the new Tundra and Sequoia but too many issues. The bigger problem, no V8! Toyota could've put a small naturally aspirated V8, NO TURBOS and improved fuel mileage. Thank you for the video, it just reinforces my decision to keep my paid off 2nd gen TRD Crewmax...
You can try Germany SUVs for more money and tell me how it will be after 100,000 miles on clock compared to how this will hold.
@@boxoffisa German SUV’s are oil burning Garbage…
Did you put v8 and improved fuel mileage in the same sentence? It would make more sense to do a v6 hybrid if you wanted to do fuel economy.
"You can have the new Sequoia in any powertrain option you want, as long as it's Hybrid"
-- Henry Ford if he were running Toyota today, probably
Congrats! I’ve had mine for about a month now, love it. Didn’t like the shelf system at first, but I like it now. MPG is getting more and more efficient, at 2300 miles now.
Nice!!!! Thanks for your update!
I test drive a platinum sequoia about 2 months ago and I can honestly say that I enjoyed the throttle response,the comfort of the seating,the thing that stood out to me the most was when I placed my IPhone in the charger and started to drive my IPhone would shift off of the charger and lose its charging capabilities when turning and I’d have to reshuffle it on the charger and that was a big annoyance.I own a 2021 Land Cruiser,2018 Trd Pro Tacoma and I don’t have that problem with the charger.Another thing is I’m still on the fence about the Hybrid system for that amount of money.I just not 💯% if I want another big vehicle in my fleet especially since my kids are grown up pretty much.Maybe I’ll wait a couple more years and add it then since my youngest is already 17 and learning to drive perhaps she’ll be gifted the Tacoma.(big maybe).
Awesome SUV dude! I remember in 2005 when i was 5 years old, my dad bought the 2005 toyota sequoia limited edition and now 2023, it has 136,000 miles now
I would like to see a dedicated video about the hybrid system, as in at what speeds does it engage and disengage. Do you have to plug in to charge the batteries and does the hybrid system function in 4x4? These are just some, but a thorough review video would be great.
I think the glass is acoustic in the capstone & trd pro to cut down on wind noise.
Acoustic windshield only in TRD - windshield and side windows in capstone
Falken wildpeaks are amazing tires. These are made specifically for Toyota oem vehicles. The normal Falken wildpeak ATs and MTs that anyone can buy online are way more aggressive and have a much deeper tread depth, actually the deepest tread depth out of any AT. Some peiple are judging wildpeaks based on these stock ones coming on the new tundras and sequoias but they aren’t the same. Not as good in every category. They are louder and not as good in the rain or snow or off road. I have wildpeaks on my 4runner and think they are better than ko2’s and terra grapplers in every condition and super quiet even with over 35,000 miles on them and haven’t had to balance them once yet.
You're exactly right! I have the 10 ply Wildpeak AT3W's on my Tundra and couldn't be happier with them.
Thanks for the input. That’s crappy on Falken to do that then. Nitto Terra Grapplers are an OEM only style for Toyota. Would have been better on Falkens part if they made that a bit more clear
@@TRDJon Agree. Falken didn't do a great job of differentiating between the tires in the Wildpeak line.
Wind noise is a big part in evaluating a vehicle. I know this first hand. I worked at Ford Motor Company for 23 years. My plant assembled the F 150 F 250 and F350 my first 16 years. Then we only assembled F 150 Super and Reg cabs. I learned a lot about wind noise because it was on the huge quality board the hung in the plant as soon as you walk in . All 5 Ford truck plants had the ranking by day on quality. Also we could also see all other Truck competitors quality results. Those were not individual plants. Only as you would see it like in consumer reports. Now for inside information Toyota has all individual make and model trucks in their plants. I learned this in 2007 when my friend was interviewed for a Paint Department Manager. They actually could see for instance our plant production broken down into the 4 assembly areas in all truck plants. In his interview they showed him our daily production numbers from our Paint Department by the days. So he was questioned on a few particular days on why our numbers were down in production? This would fall on the Paint Department Manager ! This is a very big deal because from paint the box goes to the box line in Trim Department and the cab goes to Chassis Department and down the line to count our production numbers that drive off the line. I hope someone found this interesting? I would love to answer any questions that you may have? I worked 10 years in Chassis in the very start of assemble process . 4th job drivers side Rivet Gun stamping on cab bracket front and rear suspension brackets . Then I was brought to the P96 launch team for the F150 super and Reg Cab only now! We lost 250s and 350s to Kentucky Truck Plant. A complete redesign for 2007 ! Ford Motor Company took Truck of the year. Very proud that I was chosen to work with Designers and engineers. After 2 years of launching and getting production up to 58 trucks per hour they gave me options to work in a different department? So I absolutely did my body was done with Chassis line so I went to Paint Department worked 5 years then went to Paint Department Quality Control. My 1st day started at the beginning of assembly to the last job of assembly.
That’s very interesting! What other quality measures were being tracked aside from wind noise?
@@christophergodschalk3627 Paint quality is a big one! Squeaks and rattles. Yes there have been times shocks were not tightened down. All trucks go through a small rain storm for leaks. Quality and fit inside the cab called trim. You would think motors would be checked but they are not it’s amazing they start up on the first try after putting all together! paint quality would Intel the body shop also. Fit and finish meaning correct amount of space on both sides of the hood and doors. Any dings or dents would be charged to the body shop. Paint off color orange pill overspray wrong color lol is charge for the paint department in the spray booth. Inspecting the paint and polishing out dirt is charged to final paint shop. there are four areas in the paint shop that has a manager overseeing that department and is responsible for production and quality. And chassis department has five areas I never worked and trim that Hass to be 5 to 7 areas. Body shop I have no idea. That building Is not a building you walk in and think it’s great. All I see is danger with robots sparks flying high everywhere. I have some good friends that did work over there for years and I was taught a lot about door fit hood fit and what to look for. We were hired in the same class and then we were separated and only saw each other in the parking lot coming or going. We came great friends so we hung out on the weekends going jet skiing. Please feel free to ask any questions on anything about automotive assembly
@@robertwasinger8193 That’s very interesting. Thanks!
My platinum was built feb 22’ zero issues. No rattle or wind noise 🤷🏻♂️
This is one nice truck, i am waiting for the 4runner redesigned model before i take the plunge.
Good choice! Hopefully soon!
We had the falcon wild peak atr’s on our expedition and they rode smooth and no road noise. Either you got a bad set or the sequoia isn’t as soundproof as I was hoping it would be. Ps. Thank you for showing the negatives, it raises your credibility when you can call out the bad
Of course. I have to point out the good and bad. Ain't no point in lying.
I had a Lot of noise with 2023 TRD pro sequoia roof rack, but you get used to it pretty quickly. My seats luckily do not have your issue 🤞
Amazing vehicle overall and imho worth 80k if you are going to put it to family use and can load extra luggage in the roof racks.
She’s in getting ceramic coat right now because she going to get dirty! 😂
Congratulations on the Sequoia! Should be solid for 80k but glad there's no initial issues with it
Fingers crossed!
After I purchased my lunar Tacoma TRD pro- beginning everything felt tight, once truck hit 500miles. Everything felt smooth and broken in. It was weird but cool at the same time
I’m interested see how your dog does behind the rear seat if you get a chance?
Great looking vehicle I must say, but for the price the little things shouldn't be an issue (but they are), it's how well they look after those mentioned issues that will be key here for success or failure (IMHO). Thanks for the update JON, great looking vehicle just the same. :)
Thanks for the update Jon, you still using the Movo mic setup on the iPhone? Audio sounds great.
Yes sir! Love it.
I'm hearing that the production model does not have heated and cooled seats on the 2nd row, What have you heard? does yours have that feature? I love your honesty, great looking truck...congrats!
I hope Toyota puts that 14in screen in more of their vehicles cus I think it looks great and a selling point in a vehicle for me is when it has a great infotainment system like this TRD Pro sequoia has
I have a 2021 Sequoia TRD PRO and will be in PCB in may have to do side by side comparison 👍🏻
My 2011 Tundra CrewMax is rock solid at 256K miles, My 2020 Highlander Hybrid is real “floaty” You feel every sway all at once. Driving on the hwy feels like I’m traveling on ice. I had to replace the OEM tires at 14,500 miles, Bridgestones that were worn slick. Have new tires (not Bridgestone). OEM tires are NOT part of warranty, however it took some doing but my dealer ate the new tires. The acceleration of the hybrid is unreal and there’s not lag between batt/motor. I was thinking 2025 Sequoia but I may punt the Highlander sooner, haven’t decided.
My 23 TRD Pro Tundra has the same crackling seat noise. It’s probably the related to camo layer under the seats. The seats in the Platinum were more comfortable and didn’t have the noise.
Great Video! As for the headliner around the moon roof. I also have the same issue with my 21 toyota camry. I still hear those minor noises. I do the same, just press on it and it goes away from that spot. It never happens in the same spot twice.
Our ‘17 4runner SR5 premium had the same issue with the seats making the crunching noise.
Mine kinda does too
Great job on the video Jon! Thanks for making it.
Glad you liked it!
Glad you are liking the new ride. It seems a lot more solid than the Tundr. Just swap the front seats with the ones in the Tundra before you sell it. At 10:30 in the video, you drove by our favorite restaurant in your town!!a
Thanks for the video. Can you go over what materials are on the dash? There seems to be a lot of plastic for a truck this expensive.
You did not give AF about that stop sign at the 2:55 mark, lol
Thanks John. Funny you should mention the shake in the drinkers side mirror. My 21 4Runner has the exact same issue and I can't figure out why.
The falcon wild peak tires that are on the Toyota's are NOT your regular falcon wild peak at's that you would get aftermarket say at discount tire. They are a milder version. Not nearly as good as the regular falcon wildpeak at's I had on my jeep mojave. Those tires are amazing. That being said i have the same wildpeaks as you on my ram 1500 and they ride smooth and quiet.
Also the glass is acoustic on the limited and up.
How are they different tires? Are they a fleet tire or something?
That crunch you here in the seat is Florida heat, that sun is heating the glass on your roof
Didn’t know 50° was considered Florida heat
Seems like a lot of complaints for an 80k vehicle. I’ll keep my eyes out for a previous Gen v8 that’s at a reasonable price
4 things if that lol. By no means alot.
I hear you, but to a lot of people if they are going to spend 80k they expect it to be flawless. Having the seats crinkle feels cheap to people when they know they can spend 80k or less on a Lexus with perfect leather seats
Could you do a video on using a compressor like the Smitty Built. Based on the manual hooking plug in items is more complex with the typical battery being in the back. Showing how you would plug in would be helpful.
Im interested in a comparision between the TRD Pro and the Limited with TRD Package.
For sure!
Toyota should put Michelin LTX A/S or Defender LTX on the Sequoia
Twin turbo V6 as a hybrid in a vehicle which probably should have had a V8 is what is scaring me off. Maybe it will be solid as a rock but I might buy something else at the moment and look at these again in 5 years or so
They need to prove themselves for sure
Crazy to hear you say this is not as solid as the 4Runner and it cost 80k. I really wish Toyota never got rid of the Land Cruiser but it makes sense since this is how they wanted to price the new Sequoia. I really see these depreciating hard within the next 2-3 years. Again I really wanted to like this but it doesn't feel as spacious in 2nd/ 3rd row compared to a Telluride. I know that's a rough comparison but I focus more on the cargo and 3rd row space since I use it a lot. Good luck with your new truck!
My 2023 Sequoia Limited has Bridgestone tires. But my complain would be the after a long drive smell. It smells like something was burnt. Iono. Maybe because it’s new?
New cars will smell like that for awhile. All the rubber and plastics around the engine etc. will off gas for a bit. You especially notice it if you park in a garage.
That’s true, my mom got a 23 Camry xse and after driving i noticed a burnt smell I was confused, she said the same, because it’s new.
Just took delivery of my Tundra TRD Pro. Have the exact same issue with my seat. Wonder if it'll get better after breaking it in
This is one sweet ride. I wishToyota went with a better tire
I have a 23 limited tundra and my drivers side seat does the exact same thing. I unzipped the back looking for maybe something I could move around but was unsuccessful. I’m taking it in to the dealership to have the throttle TSB taken care of and I’m going to inquire about the seat then. If you get a resolution from your dealer about the seat, I would love to hear it.
Nice. I hope they are able to do something for you
The wind noise in your Sequoia is louder than my Tundra…with the sunroof cracked.😂
It's a nice SUV, not going to lie, I really want one, but there's no way I could justify trading in my 2020 TRD Pro V8 Tundra with 20k miles, and paying another $30k on top for this vehicle.
Also, they need a 3rd row delete option STAT. I haul stuff, not people. My needs for a full size truck are minimal at this point and this SUV without the 3rd row would fit them. That price tag tho, even leasing you're looking at almost $700 a month. NOPE.
We just bought my wife a 4Runner TRD Pro a month ago. While we are at the dealership to pick up my Tundra they have a solar octane Sequoia TRD Pro on the lot. Now she wants to trade the 4Runner for it. 🤦🏻♂️
Cool shades Brad…
I got the Trd sport but i dont like the tow mirrors because they are to big do you know if they can change them?
Planning on finding that out
Great video...how are the MPG's?
You say the tires are super loud but then you say the car is super quiet. Which is it? :) Btw you fully ran that stop sign at the 2:50 mark. I am having a hard time deciding between this and a suburban. Do I want a tiny suv with nice tech or a giant suv with 90s tech???
For sure did. The whole vehicle is queit but I really hear the tires is what I meant. If the tires were better then I wouldn't have issues.
What kind of MPG are you getting. I put KO2's on mine and I'm only getting 16.3MPG. Just wondering if my new tires are really costing me 4ish MPG?
Nice truck! No North American built truck is going to compare the Japan built ones as far as build quality. It’s just the way it is and always will be.
Would the Tundra TRD 3" lift work on the Sequoia? Do they have plans to make a one for the Sequoia ?
Will they add the option for a thrid row delete?
My wife super wants the solar octane one to get groceries in I’m trying to ge for a grand highlander or tx but damn I might do it…
The Solar Octane is soooooo good
Jon, would be curious what you are getting for MPGs with your Sequoia? Recall, your fifty some mile test drive in the summer at Toyota HQs returned 21.7 MPGs. I’m getting 17.5 MPGs with my capstone combined city and highway driven in 2H all the time. Hope Toyota is not false advertising or they will have a shit storm coming.
You keep on talking about how much you hate the tow mirrors 😆. Do you have plans for making a change there?
I do yes. Gonna take them off a tundra and put them on this.
Nothing should rattle on a new 80k rig. 🤣
Toyota needs better QC, my 2018 trd taco rattled like a tin can but reliability and resale are king.
That’s why I got a pro for resale
I wish toyota of panama city would sell to other state 😢, because they do msrp thats really nice,
They do.
Does it drive less like a truck than the tundra? Wanting to get one for the wife
It’s more suv like for sure
Damn issue with the lumbar/back area of the seat. Toyota and Lexus has these quality issues. Drove me nuts when driving, seat would pop and make noises.
According to my dealership my sequoia not coming till all the tundra orders are fulfilled so I'm be waiting for my capstone for a while
That makes no sense
@@TRDJon ik
This redesign is for the year 2016…
The competition is way ahead still…. Space wise, cargo wise, driving wise, mpg wise price wise it’s a fail
How do you build such a enormous vehicle like this and have less space??
Why did put twin turbos on a v6 for fuel efficiency to get 15 mpg same as old bullet proof v8
Why you can’t fit a normal size adult in the 3rd row ?
Why is cargo space small and weird?
Why ride quality is harsh ??
Why is seat so uncomfortable??
It’s a fail
The Atlas, Pilot, telluride, Lexus gx, 4Runner, Tahoe are way ahead this vehicle
In your opinion would my wife who is accustomed to a 2016 land cruiser (main SUV) and her 2014 Lexus ls460 would she like the sequoia quality wise. She loves the GX and the LX (2016-21) but not sure if the build quality would be offsetting for her (didn't like many other SUVs she's driven).
Sequoia is a tin can on wheels compared to these two icons.
How's the road noise vs a gx460? I owned one for a bit and man that thing was quiet
I don’t remember the GX a lot on road but it’s a Lexus so I’m sure it is a bit more quiet.
420 miles.... Nice!
Man…for that money, 6.2 Yukon Denali would be my choice, especially with all the unknowns w Toyotas new hybrid/turbo power plant.
Sadly it's still bad. My 2023 Tundra SR5 has ALL the same issues that you have with your Tundra, I'm a bit disappointed but I have a thing that once I know its wrong I can't unhear it or unfeel it
Show us some offroad action!
REAL MPG?
Where can I get your Toyo T-shirt
Is this full time 4 wheel drive?
No, it is part time
For that price I’m getting a Raptor .
Toyota people : but the reliability!
For sure. There is a good amount of vehicles in this price for choices
HEY GUYS FROM TOYOTA, I'M HAVE SEEN THE SNEAK PEAK OF THE ALL NEW 2023 TOYOTA TUNDRA TRAIL HUNTER, SO IS IT POSSIBLE THAT TOYOTA CAN BUILT A PACKAGE FOR THE 2023 TOYOTA SEQUOIA TRAIL HUNTER, PROBABLY FOR THE SAME PRICE, OR THAT FOR $10,000 DOLLARS MORE LIKE THE PRICE RANGE $90,000 DOLLARS, BECAUSE TOYOTA CAN COMPETE WITH THE 2023 GMC YUKON DENALI AT4 EXTREME OFFROAD, THE PRICE FOR THAT SUV IS $90,000 DOLLARS, BUT THEY ARE SELLING IT FOR $70,000 DOLLARS, SO I WOULD RECOMMEND TOYOTA SHOULD BUILT AND PACKAGE THE 2023 TOYOTA SEQUOIA IN TRAIL HUNTER, THAT WOULD BE A TREMENDOUS RACE OR COMPTITION AND RUN FOR IT'S MONEY, NOW IF WAS ME I WOULD PUT THE PACKAGE IN TRAIL HUNTER TO THE TOYOTA SEQUOIA, I IMAGINE THAT THE TOYOTA SEQUOIA TRD PRO SPORT HYBRID IT'S REALLY REALLY EXECLLENT ESPECIALLY FOR IT'S PRICE, SO TOYOTA THINK ABOUT IT, THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX WHEN YOU DECIDE
How is your fuel economy in the city driving?
I believe it’s at 17.5 right now. Still climbing as it’s broken in more
Got my Platinum last Friday! Picked it up at a dealer 1 1/2 hr away. Was a little overwhelmed with the hood height at first but had heard about it through reviews. Absolutely fell in love with the drive over the hour and a half. I will have to say that the changeover to car play with the apps is hard to get used to compared to my 2014 1794 Tundra. The favorites list access and scrolling on the 1794 vs having to run your finger over the screen is a little distracting. Also, you have to hold the scroll button down on the steering wheel until it beeps, which is about 1/2 sec, to change the channel (or app per se) If you don't wait and just toggle it changes the mode to another operation like FM to satellite. which is odd since there is a mode button right next to it. I'd like to know the engineers thinking on that. I think I have like 40 presets on the 1794. Now, I have not spent a lot of time learning how to set up my favorites so far as I have been busy this week. We drove it to dinner twice over the weekend to spots over 30 min away and loved the ride. My wife's 2022 X5 hybrid was sad as we passed it up in the garage. :)
Anyone with suggestions on the media please advise. Hoping I learn some things this week to open up the functionality.
what is the tank full range?
Around 400
@@TRDJon Thanks Jon. Enjoy your new ride! That’s a solid vehicle right there..
Had a 2023 tundra. Build quality isn’t any better. Just saw a 2023 limited on the lot and it has the same quality issues. Crappy weather stripping and rattling console. Rear bumper pieces uneven.
True i have all of that on my 2023 Toyota Sequoia limited as well
@@younesriad3444 oh man. That sucks. Make toyota fix all that stuff. Totally inexcusable.
All the little things you're explaining are kind of typical of a first year redesign. The quality is still much better over the large domestic SUVs. We all know the brand's I'm referring to
Pretty cool how fast 400 hoursepower
It definitely gets up and goes!
I don’t get it in states side this is $80K here based price $150k
christ that screen lmfaooooo hell yes. my 4runner has a 10.1" I thought that was yuge, looks smol compared to that monster screen love it.
Ya man it's huge. haha 14"
This vehicle is more than twice the median income in the US, and the cost of the average vehicle has surpassed the median income in the USA. Who do the manufacturers expect to purchase new vehicles?
zwell judging by the comment it would be above median income for this?
They are low budget versions of the real tires you by after market
The artificial engine noise is a complete absurdity. It's bad enough they do it in performance cars. But in SUVs? Why?
Camouflage pattern on seats is lame for an 80k vehicle.
$80,000…….NO
distracted driving? it'd be awesome to see this review on a quieter road or in a parking lot
Then how would I take about it driving? Just talking about it? That why I have sun glasses on. So I can look at the road and it not be obvious that i'm looking away from the camera.
You mean the stop sign he ran "leaving the neighborhood "? I saw that too.
God, I've heard a lot of bad things about the Sequoia. Why would you not get a Lexus for that price
Gotta be honest, Toyota is bugging me lately with their cheapness. I’ve owned exactly 50 vehicles, most of them purchased new. Currently 4/6 of my vehicles are Toyotas. I love Toyota, but… In terms of new car issues and complaints, Toyota has really lost some steps. In My current fleet - 2020 Ford F250 diesel/platinum/tremor has been flawless after 3 years and a ton of abuse towing and off road. Same with the recent JL Jeep Wranglers including our 392. My wife’s new Sienna on the other hand, our new Prius and new Camry have all had some glitches with the tech, power doors, some rattle issues, etc. From a durability standpoint I do still expect the Toyotas to be the best in the long run.
$80k US dollar? Or CAD thankyou
I live in the US
So…around $105k CAD ist thesame price as the tundra pro aswell?
9:08 lol. Both should be acceptable.
Damn, did you have Onlyfan page to be able to afford one? 😂
For the price I feel like that’s the only way to get it or sell your kidney or something.
Keep the honest review coming please. I’ve been keeping an eye on sequoia platinum/trd pro
Jon, where can we buy the iphone holder in the sunroof?
Why not get an LX600 or a slightly used Land Cruiser.
I don’t like the looks of the LX and LC is overpriced
It’s a beaut!
Thanks Howie
When did we get to a place where a Toyota costs 80K ??? WTF
sell me the 4 runner jon!!
Email me. Will ask what it’s worth
These new trucks are the price of a house! Average trucks are $80K now 🤦♂️ way, way too much! But if you can afford it, congrats! That’s way too much money for a truck.