2025 Toyota Sequoia SUV

　　2025 Toyota Sequoia Review

　　byCameron RogersManager, News

　　Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at zzdcar include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).

　　1/11/2024

　　Overview

　　While car-based crossovers dominate the sales charts, the classic body-on-frame SUV still rules supreme if you need to haul people and gear. The Toyota Sequoia is the freshest face in the large SUV pack; it was redesigned just a few years ago and has all the bells and whistles you'd expect of a modern vehicle. This burly truck also seats up to eight passengers and can tow a lofty 9,250 pounds. It even comes standard with a potent hybrid powertrain so you don't have to choose between capability and fuel efficiency. Downsides include a cramped cargo area and a floor that is a bit high for those in the rear — both byproducts of the hybrid's battery placement.

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Efficiency

The large SUV class is (in)famous for its fuel consumption, but the Sequoia bucks the trend with impressive EPA estimates. The Sequoia is not exactly a three-row Prius, but the standard V6 hybrid underhood is good for a few extra mpg compared to rivals powered by V8s and non-hybrid six-cylinders. And its 0-60 mph sprint time of 6.0 seconds flat means it's no slouch when you need passing power on a freeway on-ramp.

　　

Competitors to consider

The GMC Yukon is the vehicle to beat in this class, with a high-end interior, a relatively comfortable ride and an expansive cargo area. General Motors also sells the slightly less luxurious Chevrolet Tahoe, but we think the Yukon is a better execution of the formula. There's also the Ford Expedition, which impresses with its BlueCruise hands-free driving system. We also recommend checking out the Jeep Wagoneer, featuring a healthy list of standard features and a smooth turbocharged inline-six engine.

　　zzdcar says

　　The Toyota Sequoia's standard hybrid powertrain is both potent and efficient, giving the big SUV a major leg up on the competition. But the impacted cargo space and sometimes uncomfortable seating arrangement could be deal-breakers for some.