Toyota Sequoia Overview

The Sequoia is worth a look for those needing large SUV utility and impressive capabilities with the build quality and comfort Toyota is known for. For 2011 the model is available in SR5, Limited and Platinum trim levels. The base engine, available only on the SR5, is a 4.6-liter V8 making 310 hp. Available for the SR5 and standard on the other trims is a 5.7-liter V8 making 381 hp. A 6-speed automatic transmission with a tow/haul mode is paired with either rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive. The Sequoia seats 7 or 8, depending on its second-row configuration. Cargo capacity is only 18.9 cubic feet behind the third-row seat, but a cavernous 120.1 cubic feet with the second and third-row seats down. The Sequoia is not a crossover, instead a body-on-frame true SUV derived from Toyota's Tundra pickup truck. As such, towing capacity is a very-welcome 6,900 lbs. Standard safety features include driver and front passenger knee airbags, anti-lock brakes, LATCH child safety seat anchors, traction and stability control and a tire pressure monitoring system. Pricing starts at around $41,000.