The current Toyota Sequoia has been around for more than two decades. After milking it to its last drop, the automaker finally launched a new generation of the aging SUV. The new 2023 Toyota Sequoia has been announced and is very diverse from its forerunner. Sequoia shares a platform with other new products and even has a different engine underneath. The full-size SUV features a brand-new cabin and flagship trim(Capstone). Will the all-new Sequoia be able to bring in more volume?
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is built on the same TNGA F platform as the Lexus LX, Tundra, and Land Cruiser. The new Tundra inspires the exterior design, and the new seven-seater SUV is more competent and attractive than ever. A new set of headlights is also included, and this time, the grille is more pronounced.
New Platform And A Brand New Powertrain For The Toyota Sequoia
Rest assured, the new model is much more contemporary than the ongoing variant. The third generation is completely redesigned, but the most promising news is that there has been some engine downsizing. The V8s of the past have been thrown in the garbage, and Toyota's "i-FORCEMAX" powertrain substitutes it with a twin-turbo V6 motor; what an excellent name.
The new Sequoia comes standard with Tundra's iForce MAX hybrid engine. This incorporates a 3.4-liter V-6 with an electric motor to produce a combined 437 horsepower. Power is sent to the wheels through a 10-speed automatic gearbox. The suspension is independent at the front and multi-link at the rear. You can also choose adaptive air suspension with the self-leveling system to tow.
Standard is rear-wheel drive, but the four-wheel-drive can be added to most models. This option is standard on the TRD Pro model. The TRD Pro comes with a TRD roof rack and the TOYOTA grille. It also has 18-inch wheels. TRD Pro includes FOX shocks, 1/4-inch thick skid plates, a locking rear differential, various terrain drive modes, crawl control, and a hill descend control feature.
The EPA is yet to release the fuel economy numbers for Sequoia. Whatsoever, they will be far more impressive than the V-8's terrible figures. Believe that the Sequoia hybrid may significantly improve fuel efficiency, as the EPA has rated the Tundra Hybrid at 22 MPG combined. The present Sequoia with V-8 can traverse 13 miles within the city and 17 miles on the highway for every gallon of fuel utilized. One of the interesting improvement is new Sequoia has a considerably improved in its maximum towing capacity, it can haul up to 9,900 pounds. This is 1,600 more than the 2022 Sequoia's maximum weight towing capacity of 7,400 pounds.
Drive Mode Select is an all-new feature on Sequoia, presenting various driving modes depending upon the driver, and it contains standard settings Eco, Normal, and Sport. The iForce MAX system gets you impressive acceleration and torque when in Tow/Haul mode. The SPORT or SPORT S+ settings in the new powertrain, make full use of the electric motor's instantaneous responsiveness. The electric motor performs the majority of the work at lower speeds (below 18 mph), but the gasoline engine takes over the primary operation to provide excellent performance in the high and mid-speed range.
A Huge SUV With Three-Row Seating
This new generation of the Sequoia continues to offer a spacious interior. The third row of seats is standard equipment. It also comprises a second-row bench for eight passengers. There are many trim options available for interior trims. You can choose from leather or cloth upholstery, as well as different levels of wood and chrome trim. The higher trim levels include heated and cooled second-row seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a premium stereo system.
A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is hidden behind the chunky four-spoke steering wheel, and it is standard on all trim levels. The center console houses a Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen system on the top trims that measures 14 inches. The lower trims have an 8-inch touchscreen. The infotainment gets standard wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Toyota also offers voice assistance, which activates when you say, "Hey, Toyota."
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is available in SR5, Limited Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone. Toyota has not yet disclosed the price of the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. Nevertheless, expect it to start around $53,000 and go up to $75,000 with the new Capstone trim, the flagship model. Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 will be standard on the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. This suite of safety- and driver-assistance features include:
- High-Beam Automatics
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cruise Control with Dynamic Radar
- Emergency Steering Assist
- Front and rear parking assist
- Lane Departure Alert and Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assistance
- Pre-Collision System With Pedestrian Detection
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Reminder for rear seats
- Road Sign Assist