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2017 Toyota Sequoia review

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Toyota Sequoia highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Standard V8 engine is gutsy and powerful
  • Three rows of seating and vast cargo space inside
  • Adept at handling off-road terrain

Cons

  • Hard plastic interior
  • Audio controls are awkwardly positioned & hard to reach
  • Lacking the most up-to-date driver assistance tech

Mileage (EPA estimate)

13 city, 17 highway, 14 combined

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What is new for the 2017 Toyota Sequoia?

  • Sequoia trims have been upgraded with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment this year.
  • Remote Start and Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.

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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Toyota Sequoia

1. High horsepower under the hood

SUVs are built to haul people, trailers, campers, boats, and anything else that you might need to carry. The Sequoia can tow up to an estimated 7,400 lbs, when properly equipped, with the standard 5.7L V8.

This means you're able to tow any toys thanks to this powerful engine, perfect for weekends away. 

2. Large amount of entertainment options

The 2017 Sequoia would make a good substitute for a living room as it deploys a plethora of entertainment options. Naturally, there is an AM/FM stereo and of course, it is satellite ready. A CD player and Blu-ray Disc® video system will keep the kids entertained on long trips or short hops around town. An auxiliary audio port for plugging in a phone is included as well. 

3. Desirable technology 

The Entune system via Bluetooth® connection from Toyota is standard on the 2017 Sequoia and allows drivers to monitor and manage the truck via a phone app. The app controls door locks, locates the vehicle, and checks engine diagnostics. Memory seats will help make everybody comfortable. Even though you'll enjoy the time you spend in the Sequoia, the onboard navigation system will keep you headed in the right direction. There are also power door locks, power seats, and a power sunroof for convenience. 

4. Peace of mind while driving

The 2017 Sequoia was built to make driving as relaxing as possible. Anybody hauling a family will be thrilled with several features, including overhead airbags. There are also side airbags and a rearview camera that will give you peace of mind on the road. A blind spot mirror system and a lane departure warning system are standard. The truck has traction control and 20-plus-inch wheels for superior handling. And parking sensors will make it easier to maneuver around parking lots. 

5. Plenty of storage options

This full-sized SUV has plenty of room inside and offers a third row of seats that fold down to provide you with more flexibility. The Sequoia offers 18.9 cu-ft of storage space behind its third-row seats, and 66.6 cu-ft with them folded down. Total cargo space measures 120 cu-ft with the second- and third-row seats folded down. A power liftgate comes in all but the base trim models and a tow hitch is standard, as are full-sized roof racks. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.7 out of 5

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RepairPal gave the Toyota Sequoia an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Toyota Sequoia 7th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.

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Toyota Sequoia features and specs

Limited 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Entune
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Folding Third Row
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Third Row Seat
  • Tow Hitch
  • Traction Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • JBL Sound System
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Quad Seats
  • Remote Start

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

5.7L

Horsepower

381

Torque (ft-lbs)

401

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

26.4

Wheelbase

122"

Overall length

205.1"

Width

79.9"

Height

77"

Leg room

F 42.5"/M 40.9"/R 35.3"

Head room

F 34.8"/M 34.9"/R 34.5"

Front tires

P275/55HR20

Rear tires

P275/55HR20

Seating capacity

8

Max towing capacity

730/7300 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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