2023 Toyota Sequoia Review

Name: 2023 Toyota Sequoia
Brand: Toyota

Price Range: $58,590 - $73,986

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The 2023 Toyota Sequoia stands out with its powerful hybrid powertrain, bold style, and impressive towing and off-road capabilities. Unfortunately it's a bit expensive and compromises heavily on rear passenger comfort and cargo space.

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Pros

Ample power from the V6 hybrid drivetrain
Impressive list of standard and available tech features
High max towing capacity
Better than average fuel economy for a large SUV

Cons

Mediocre cargo space, and the third-row seat doesn't fold flat
Noticeable wind noise at highway speed
Awkward second- and third-row seating position

What's new

Redesigned from the ground up for 2023
New 437-hp hybrid powertrain as standard
Completely updated interior
Kicks off the third Sequoia generation

Overview

Written by automotive expert Alex Nishimoto

8/24/2023

Up until this year, the Sequoia was one of the oldest vehicle designs on sale, having lived through three presidential administrations and countless world events since its introduction in 2008. But Toyota finally brought its three-row SUV into the modern age with the 2023 Toyota Sequoia, a modern design using the same body-on-frame architecture that underpins the Tundra pickup.

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$67,259
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$2,552 below market
- 29,063 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 19 City / 22 Hwy MPG
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2023 Toyota Sequoia
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$65,990
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$898 below market
- 31,547 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use
- 7 Seats, 19 City / 22 Hwy MPG
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For its third generation, the Sequoia gets new looks, an independent front suspension, a new turbocharged V6 hybrid powertrain, increased towing capability and an updated collection of advanced driver assist features. The new Sequoia's interior is much improved too. The centerpiece of the dashboard is a newly available 14-inch touchscreen, which definitely adds to the new Sequoia's high-tech cabin design. Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto comes standard on all models, meaning you don't need to use a USB cable to integrate your phone's apps into the touchscreen.

The Sequoia competes with other big three-row SUVs like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition and Jeep Wagoneer. It has a higher starting price, but it also has more power, gets better fuel economy, and comes with a number of advanced driving aids that cost extra on its rivals. Check out our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full report on where the 2023 Sequoia shines and where it comes up short.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Jonathan Elfalan

Average

7.4

out of 10

We drove the 2023 Toyota Sequoia on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the Sequoia drive? Equipped with a turbocharged V6 engine infused with hybrid electric thrust, the Sequoia is among the quickest and most responsive large SUVs on the market. At the Edmunds test track, our Sequoia TRD Pro test vehicle accelerated from zero to 60 mph in just 6 seconds flat. That's moving! Braking power is also relatively confident and effortless, even with the TRD Pro's chunky all-terrain tires that compromise on-pavement grip.

Considering the off-road focus of this model, we were pleased with the way our Sequoia felt stable and secure when driving around turns. The light and accurate steering plus the responsive engine and transmission make it easy to hustle the Sequoia through everyday traffic. And if you do plan to venture off-road, know that the Sequoia TRD Pro is one of the more capable big SUVs around.

Comfort

7/10

How comfortable is the Sequoia? Large truck-based SUVs are more capable but also inherently less comfortable than the smaller unibody SUVs. That holds true for the Sequoia. Its solid rear-axle suspension design is great for things like towing and off-road driving, but it makes for a bumpier ride around town, especially for rear passengers. The rear seat cushions in both rows also sit a bit close to the floor so your knees ride higher than what's optimally comfortable. The front seats are thankfully more comfortable and have powerful heating and ventilation functions.

The main thing holding the Sequoia back in this category is cabin noise. There's more noticeable road noise than in competing SUVs, and the powertrain gets pretty audible when you go hard on the throttle. We also noticed that the fans for the ventilated front seats can get pretty noisy. If you want a serene SUV, there are better choices.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Let's start with the good here. We were surprised by how easy it was for even small kids to get into the Sequoia thanks to well-placed step rails and large squared-off door openings. The second-row captain's chairs provide easy access to the third row if you have those seats in play, and grab handles are readily available and provide good leverage for those who need it. The driver's seating position is comfortable and has a decent adjustment range, which we think should accommodate a wide range of driver types.

Visibility is pretty good for a large SUV but it's not without its challenges. Even with the Sequoia's large windows and mirrors and boxy fenders, we were thankful to have the surround-view cameras to better gauge our proximity to objects that looked closer to our fenders than they were. Toyota even provides a convenient button to activate those cameras. Interior controls are pretty easy to figure out.

On the downside, the Sequoia isn't as spacious or accommodating for passengers as many other large SUVs. If you don't care about towing or maximizing off-road capability, we'd encourage you to check out the Toyota Grand Highlander for more passenger-friendly transport.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? The latest Sequoia's technology features are pretty average compared to what you get in competing SUVs. We encountered some issues with the navigation system failing to connect to the network in our test model, as well as intermittent connection issues with Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. While these may be isolated issues, it left us less than confident. The audio system produced nice clean sound but didn't do anything extra to impress beyond that. Our Sequoia TRD Pro had five USB ports in the cabin along with a household-style power outlet and a wireless phone charger. That's sufficient but less than what some others offer.

Where the Sequoia does excel, and probably this is the most important area, is advanced driver aids. The Sequoia's adaptive cruise control, for instance, reacts quickly to changes in traffic and accelerates and brakes smoothly. The lane keeping assistance also works well to keep the Sequoia within the lane boundaries if you start to drift.

Storage

6.5/10

How’s the storage? Warning: This will be a deal-breaker for some people the second they open the rear cargo door. By the numbers, the Sequoia has a decent amount of storage behind its third row (22.3 cubic feet) when those seats are moved all the way forward. However, the third row does not fold down completely flat because of the space needed for the hybrid battery under the load floor. This greatly reduces the usefulness of the cargo area if you don't plan to use the third row all the time. In-cabin storage is similarly compromised. Most of the nooks and crannies and sliding storage trays are just a bit too small to offer any real benefit.

Got small children? The captain's chairs in the second row have a ton of space to load car seats in and the LATCH anchors are very well exposed. However, the anchor depths are a bit shallow, and that can make it hard to cinch in a car seat base tightly enough. In the third row, there's a top tether anchor point for the middle seat back only and no LATCH bottom anchors in the third row either.

If there's any redeeming quality here, it's the Sequoia's substantial ability to tow up to 9,520 pounds when properly equipped. That's enough to pull most midsize trailers or boats, and maybe a few larger ones.

Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the Toyota Sequoia will get 20 mpg in combined city/highway driving. That may not seem like great fuel economy especially for a hybrid vehicle, but within a category of gas guzzlers, 20 mpg is pretty admirable. We drove our Sequoia TRD Pro on our real-world evaluation route and saw 20.1 mpg, which indicates to us that the EPA estimate should be achievable.

Value

7/10

Is the Sequoia a good value? The value of the Sequoia depends heavily on what you value in your SUV. As a Toyota, the build quality feels better than many other large SUVs, but the overall appearance and vibe, especially on the inside, is that of durability over luxury, which may not be what people are looking for at this price. The Sequoia double downs on towing and off-road performance as a value proposition, so if that's what you're looking for, it could be worth it. But we think most buyers won't see it that way.

Toyota's warranty coverage is pretty common for the class with three years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and five years/60,000 miles for the powertrain. Hybrid components are covered for eight years/100,000 miles, and the hybrid battery for a generous 10 years/150,000 miles. The first two years of scheduled maintenance are also free.

Wildcard

8.5/10

For all the practical things the Sequoia fails to provide as a large SUV, it overdelivers on style and driving experience. The turbo V6 hybrid powertrain is a beast and even boasts a surprisingly good sound to accompany that speed. And with muscular style to match, there are probably a lot of people who could be persuaded to buy the Sequoia before even setting foot in the cabin.

2023 Toyota Sequoia trim level differences

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is a three-row SUV available in five trim levels: SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro and Capstone. The Sequoia uses a turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 hybrid powertrain, which makes 437 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque and comes backed by a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard on all trims except the TRD Pro, which is four-wheel-drive only. All others offer 4WD as an option. Feature highlights include the following:

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One upside of being more expensive than the competition is the Sequoia is well equipped even in base form. The entry-level SR5 model comes with an impressive complement of useful features, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 360-degree camera and a host of advanced driver aids. Opting for the SR5 Premium package adds a touch of luxury with synthetic leather upholstery, power third-row seats and the larger 14-inch infotainment screen.

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Cost to Drive

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$246/mo

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Reliability

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #7 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average

#7 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$605/yr

vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Frequency

1.46x/yr

vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Severity

15.5%

vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV

Recalls

4 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 24V640000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 24TB10 / 2
Number of vehicles affected:: 43395
Defect Description:: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles equipped with a tow hitch cover attached to the rear bumper. The tow hitch cover may come loose from the bumper and detach from the vehicle.
Defect Consequence:: A tow hitch cover that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the tow hitch cover and modify the rear bumper, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB10 and 24TA10.

Recall Number:: 24V548000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 24R2
Number of vehicles affected:: 33848
Defect Description:: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Defect Consequence:: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Recall Number:: 24V125000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 24TA02, 24
Number of vehicles affected:: 280663
Defect Description:: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
Defect Consequence:: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.

Recall Number:: 23V468000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 23TB06/23T
Number of vehicles affected:: 1398
Defect Description:: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. The steel chain used to secure the spare tire to the underside of the vehicle may have been insufficiently welded.
Defect Consequence:: Chains that are not welded sufficiently can break and allow the spare tire to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB06/23TA06.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Hybrid component Warranty: 8 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 2 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 2 years / 25,000 miles

Toyota Sequoia Owner Reviews

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Do not buy this car…Toyota made a big mistake

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We were so excited to purchase a 2023 Sequoia for our growing family. At a $70k price tag, it was a big investment but we’ve always heard great things from Toyota trucks. Ayer 16 months and 20,000, we’ve never been so disappointed by a car purchase. At 10,000 miles, the hybrid system malfunctioned and the car broke down as we were leaving town for a 10-day road trip. Toyota provided a …

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Was excited to finally find a 2023 Sequoia Limited. I've owned a 4 Runner and two Sequoias prior to this one. The one I traded in was a 2006 that we have driven since we bought it in 2008. I had instant regret of letting go of my 2006 Sequoia. The 2023 looks great and I liked the technology upgrades it offered; but the ride quality was horrible. The thing drove like a go cart. Super …

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2023 Toyota Sequoia Capstone 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A)

I purchased the Sequoia Capstone December 31 2022. I now have 10,000 miles on it. Very satisfied after I made some changes to the Sequoia. Engine and transmission are great. MPG 20 at 55MPH and 17 at 75 MPH. Towing a 5,000 pound boat the mileage dropped to 13 at 65 MPH. To increase cargo space I had the third row seats permanently removed. Seating capacity is now four captain …

Very long summer of road trips, no issues

Ana Gren, 08/18/2023

2023 Toyota Sequoia Capstone 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 10A)

Monday we returned from a 3000 mile trip to the east coast. The past two trips we made were in our Yukon XL, so I thought I’d do a little review of our Toyota. We were a tad bit worried about the size of the gas tank size prior to leaving, but she proved to do pretty damn good. We got 300-350 miles per tank (which cost us about $60 to fill). The Yukon had a HUGE tank but the gas …

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Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro vs. Chevy Tahoe Z71 Comparison Test | Off-Road, Interior, Tech & More

The redesigned Toyota Sequoia got a whole lot of off-road capability thanks to a new TRD Pro model, so we decided to put it head-to-head against another three-row off-roader: our long-term Chevy Tahoe Z71. Will the Sequoia and its hybrid powertrain hold up against the Tahoe’s rumbling V8? Join Edmunds’ Brian Wong to find out the results.

2023 Sequoia Highlights

Trim:

SR5

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$58,365
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$189/month
Seating	8 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	22.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Sequoia models:

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Automatically adjusts speed to maintain a set distance between the vehicle and the car in front.
Lane Tracing Assist: References visible lane markers to help keep the vehicle centered within its lane.
Road Sign Assist: Recognizes certain road signs and brings them to the driver's attention in the instrument cluster display.

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