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Toyota Sequoia
Car and Driver says Toyota's hybrid-only Sequoia full-size SUV delivers decent power without sacrificing fuel economy, with its gas-electric powertrain putting out a healthy 437 horsepower and returning combined EPA numbers in the low-20-mpg range, plus a TRD Off-Road package and TRD Pro trim for off-pavement capability, though the standard third row is cramped due to the solid rear axle impinging on space, and with that seat in use, cargo room is lacking, ranking #7 in Best Full-Size SUVs. MotorTrend says as the only hybrid full-size three-row SUV, the Sequoia provides electric-assisted speed and fuel economy better than some of its V-8 competitors, though its I-Force Max system can be slow to respond and occasionally lurchy, handling isn't a strong suit with excessive body roll and a noticeably jiggly sensation over bumps, and interior space lags rivals despite the Sequoia's full-size footprint, with the Sequoia not delivering refinement or engineering to match its high price, especially in higher-end models.
437 hybrid horsepower, but a cramped third row
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Toyota's hybrid-only Sequoia delivers decent power without sacrificing fuel economy, with its gas-electric powertrain putting out a healthy 437 horsepower and returning combined EPA numbers in the low-20-mpg range, though the standard third row is cramped due to the solid rear axle impinging on space, and with that seat in use, cargo room is lacking.
The only hybrid in its class
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says as the only hybrid full-size three-row SUV, the Sequoia provides electric-assisted speed and fuel economy better than some of its V-8 competitors, though its I-Force Max system can be slow to respond and occasionally lurchy.
Handling and value fall short of the price
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says handling isn't a strong suit with excessive body roll and a noticeably jiggly sensation over bumps, and interior space lags rivals despite the Sequoia's full-size footprint, with the Sequoia not delivering refinement or engineering to match its high price.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Toyota Sequoia have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 437 hp from its hybrid powertrain.
Is the Toyota Sequoia the only hybrid in its class?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says yes, the only hybrid full-size three-row SUV.
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The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is built around i-Force Max 3.5L twin-turbo hybrid V6, rated at 437 horsepower across its full-size SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2025 U.S. lineup has 6 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2025 Toyota Sequoia is published to tow is up to 9,520 lb.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2025 Sequoia.
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2025 Toyota Sequoia
Every 2025 Sequoia shares the same 437-horsepower hybrid twin-turbo V6 and 9,520 lb tow rating: the six trims separate entirely by equipment and styling, not powertrain.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
3 indexed Toyota Sequoia model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota Sequoia | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Toyota Sequoia | 2025 record → | |
| 2018 Toyota Sequoia | 2018 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Toyota Sequoia.
The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV manufactured by Toyota mainly for the North American market since 2000 for the 2001 model year, being derived from the Tundra pickup truck. It is the second largest SUV ever produced under the Toyota brand, after the Japan-exclusive, military-focused Mega Cruiser.
- Awards
- In a 2008 Motor Trend comparison between several full-size SUVs, the Sequoia took first place. The Sequoia is the top vehicle in the US that is most likely to last 200,000 miles according to a 2019 study from iSeeCars.
Source: Toyota Sequoia (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Toyota Sequoia at a glance
- Production
- September 2000 – present
- Model years
- 2001–present
- Class
- Full-size SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
- Chassis
- Body-on-frame
- Related models
- Toyota Tundra, Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus LX
Toyota Sequoia generations
The Toyota Sequoia has been redesigned in 2007, 2022, gaps of 7, 15 years, an average of 11.0 years between generations. The current generation (third generation, XK80) began in 2022.
| Generation | Code | Began | What changed |
|---|---|---|---|
| First generation | XK30/XK40 | 2000–2007 | Development of a full-size SUV alongside a T100 replacement began in the mid-1990s, with a design freeze in 1997 (styled by Toshihiko Shirasawa) and design patent filing of the production design on April 4, 1998, at the Japan Patent Office (JPO) under #1054583. |
| Second generation | XK60 | 2007–2022 | Toyota unveiled the 2008 Sequoia at the November 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show, with sales beginning that following December. |
| Third generation | XK80 | 2022–present | The third-generation Sequoia was unveiled on January 25, 2022, for the 2023 model year. |
Year by year
The Toyota Sequoia across 12 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota Sequoia | 20–22 | $2,950–$4,000 | 4 | ||
| 2025 Toyota Sequoia | 20–22 | $2,850–$3,100 | 2 | ||
| 2024 Toyota Sequoia | 20–22 | $2,850–$3,100 | 2 | ||
| 2023 Toyota Sequoia | 20–22 | $2,850–$3,100 | 2 | ||
| 2022 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 2020 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 2019 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 2 | 6 | 7 |
| 2018 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 3 | 5 | 20 |
| 2017 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 2016 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
| 2015 Toyota Sequoia | 14–15 | $4,150–$4,450 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Toyota Sequoia, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 to 2026 | 2 to 4 | Fuels: Premium | ||
| 2022 to 2023 | 14.5 to 21.0 | Engines: 3.4L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Hybrid; Transmissions: Automatic (S10) | Engines: 5.7L 8-cyl; Transmissions: Automatic (S6) | |
| 2018 to 2019 | 3 to 2 | Labels: Sequoia 4WD FFV; Engines: 5.7L 8-cyl FFV; Fuels: Gasoline or E85 |
Buying used
What the Toyota Sequoia recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| 2021 | 2 | steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| 2020 | 2 | fuel system, gasoline (delivery); steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| 2019 | 6 | electrical system (software); equipment (other); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); 1 more | None |
| 2018 | 5 | electronic stability control (esc); electrical system (software); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); 1 more | None |
| 2017 | 3 | wheels (lugs/nuts/bolts/studs); steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| 2016 | 3 | wheels (lugs/nuts/bolts/studs); steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| 2015 | 3 | wheels (lugs/nuts/bolts/studs); steering (hydraulic power assist system) | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 13 | 21% | 2018 (7) |
| unknown or other | 11 | 17% | 2018 (5) |
| vehicle speed control | 9 | 14% | 2018 (4) |
| fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 13% | 2017 (2) |
| service brakes | 7 | 11% | 2016 (4) |
| power train | 4 | 6% | 2020 (2) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Toyota Sequoia trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,030 | 9,120 | 20 | $67,120 |
| Limited | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,130 | 9,020 | 20 | $72,890 |
| Platinum | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,150 | 9,010 | 20 | $83,130 |
| TRD Pro | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,150 | 9,020 | 20 | $83,860 |
| 1794 Edition | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,150 | 9,010 | 20 | $83,945 |
| Capstone | 4WD | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 583 | 6,185 | 8,980 | 20 | $87,530 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Toyota Sequoia model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 6,030–6,185 | 8,980–9,120 | 22.5 |
| 2025 | 6 | 3.5-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 6,030–6,185 | 8,980–9,120 | 22.5 |
| 2024 | 5 | 3.4-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 6,030–6,185 | 8,980–9,120 | 22.5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 3.4-liter V6 (i-FORCE MAX, Hybrid, Twin Turbo) | 437 | 6,030–6,185 | 8,980–9,120 | 22.5 |
| 2022 | 6 | 5.7-liter V8 | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2021 | 6 | 5.7-liter V8 | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5.7-liter V8 | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2019 | 4 | 5.7-liter V8 | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2018 | 4 | 5.7-liter V8 | 381 | 5,945–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2017 | 3 | 5.7-liter V8 / 5.7-liter V8 (Flex Fuel) | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2016 | 3 | 5.7-liter V8 / 5.7-liter V8 (Flex Fuel) | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
| 2015 | 3 | 5.7-liter V8 / 5.7-liter V8 (Flex Fuel) | 381 | 5,985–6,000 | 7,000–7,100 | 26.4 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Toyota Sequoia.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0W-20 (7.7 qt) | – | – | – | – |
| 2022 | 8.5 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2021 | 8.5 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2020 | 8.5 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2019 | 7.9 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 | 7.9 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2017 | 0W-20 | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 | 0W-20, 7.9 qt | – | – | – | – |
| 2015 | 0W-20 | – | – | – | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Toyota Sequoia: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
More recalls than this model’s own average
- 2019 Toyota Sequoia : 6 recalls on file, most commonly affecting fuel system and steering.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | not available | ||
| 2024 | not available | ||
| 2023 | not available | ||
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | steering |
| 2021 | 2 | 4 | steering |
| 2020 | 2 | 4 | fuel system, steering |
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | fuel system, steering, electrical system, equipment |
| 2018 | 5 | 20 | steering, fuel system, electrical system, stability control |
| 2017 | 3 | 7 | steering, wheels |
| 2016 | 3 | 10 | steering, wheels |
| 2015 | 3 | 9 | steering, wheels |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Toyota Sequoia?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2019 carried more. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Toyota Sequoia model years should I watch for recalls?
The 2019 Toyota Sequoia has 6 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting fuel system, steering, electrical system. Always confirm the open/completed status of every campaign for the specific VIN: a recall on this list may already be repaired on the vehicle in front of you.
Q03What are common recall-related problems on the Toyota Sequoia by model year?
2022: steering. 2021: steering. 2020: fuel system, steering. 2019: fuel system, steering, electrical system, equipment. 2018: steering, fuel system, electrical system, stability control. 2017: steering, wheels.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Brakes, tires and steering, Engine and cooling, Climate and electrical, Buying, records and recalls.
2019 Toyota Sequoia owners specifically: see Engine and cooling and Brakes, tires and steering and Climate and electrical and Buying, records and recalls.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Sequoia come in?
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia (full-size SUV) comes in 6 trims: SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, 1794, Capstone.
Q02What are the 2025 Sequoia trims?
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia trims are SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, 1794, Capstone, listed from the entry SR5 up to the top Capstone.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Sequoia use?
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is built around i-Force Max 3.5L twin-turbo hybrid V6, rated at 437 horsepower across its full-size SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2025 Sequoia have?
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is rated at 437 horsepower (i-Force Max 3.5L twin-turbo hybrid V6).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Sequoia?
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is offered with RWD / 4WD.