Toyota Sequoia

The third-generation Toyota Sequoia arrived just one year after the updated Toyota Tundra pickup truck, with the two vehicles sharing most of their underpinnings and many design elements. Measuring about three inches longer than the outgoing version, the updated Sequoia benefits from more cargo space, but legroom in the second and third rows drops slightly compared to the outgoing model. Opting for second-row captain’s chairs provides a roomier experience, and the third row can slide forward or back to prioritize people or cargo. 

With the new generation, the Sequoia discontinued its V8 engine in favor of a more efficient and powerful twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain. Teamed with a new 10-speed automatic transmission, the updated Sequoia came standard with rear-wheel drive and offered the option of part-time four-wheel drive. The new powertrain increased towing capacity to 9,520 pounds–a significant jump from the previous generation

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As it did with the third generation, the 2008 through 2022 Toyota Sequoia shared a platform with the new Tundra that debuted a year earlier. The updated Sequoia was considerably larger than its predecessor, with a longer wheelbase and wider stance. Seating was still available for up to eight, and newly available captain’s chairs in the second row added flexibility for families prioritizing comfort over capacity. Both rows of seats could be folded flat, providing a massive 120 cubic feet of cargo space.

The 4.7-liter V8 carried over from the previous generation, but higher trim levels offered a new 5.7-liter V8 that bumped output by more than 100 horsepower. In 2010, the 4.7-liter V8 was replaced by a new 4.6-liter V8 with more power and better fuel efficiency. The larger V8 gave the Sequoia a towing capability of 9,100 pounds with rear-wheel drive when properly equipped

. Toyota also offered the new generation Sequoia with its Adaptive Variable Suspension for improved drivability both on- and off-road.