Used 2005 Toyota Sequoia Consumer Reviews
Used Sequoia for sale
1...
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
Family fights to drive the Sequoia!
Curtis Berge, 05/21/2005
2005 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
Its a 2004, owned for 18 months, with 21K. It has been very reliable, so far. Yea it's large, yet doesn't ride like a big a boat. Makes you feel like your driving a vehicle half the size. Has a smooth, comfortable ride in any seat. Engine has nice pick up and the gas mileage isn't as bad as I thought it would be. I have gotten up to 19 miles to the gallon (speed limit driving) on the highway! Love this SUV!
For the Long Haul
Geronimo John, 03/18/2019
updated 10/02/2023
2005 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
Have owned mine for 16 years and it has been well maintained. For the first decade or so, I used it very frequently climbing fire roads in Colorado, Utah, and Idaho. Also lots of long distance high speed trips, often pulling trailers. I passed it down to my son, and now to my second son. Both have put many trouble free miles in the process. Currently we have about 275,000+ miles on it and have never been sidelined on the side of the road. Extremely reliable machine. Beyond normal maintenance, I had to have the rear wheel bearings replaced at about 200,000 miles and the radiator at about 190,000 miles. That said, virtually every other component on this vehicle is from the factory! We have original exhaust, manifolds, transmission, engine, a/c, alternator, switches, doors, front/rear windows, ..... everything has worked perfectly for all these years! About the only trouble spot is the rear window which is common to all of these SUV's. I found that the best solution is to silicone it closed and move on. This SUV has the old Tundra frame and power train which makes it bullet proof. Always use synthetic oils and it will be good for well over 300,000 miles. A very capable tow vehicle. All that said, I found that only for mountain towing of a trailer over 6,000 pounds, I would recommend getting the 5.7L engine. . 2020 UPDATE: Amazingly we are still running with the original untouched engine, transmission, alternator,a/c compressor, heater fan, drive shaft, and much more. Only two component failures in all these years. I chose to replace the radiator and had to replace the rear axle bearings. An amazingly reliable record for a vehicle that has been used off road for so many years. ROCK SOLID VEHICLE! Update: Finally had to sell this beloved vehicle. The computer and other electronics were becoming an issue. Absolutely enjoyed owning this vehicle.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Great experience
T Benedict, 01/27/2005
2005 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
I looked at GMC, Ford, VW, and Dodge before buying my Sequoia. I sold my GMC which I had been having numerious problems with. I have 2,000 miles on my Sequoia and like it more every day. The ride is smooth, it is fun to drive, great in deep snow and on unimproved dirt roads. It is comfortable enough so my wife will go with me when I go 4 wheeling on dirt trails (the length and width is not much bigger than a 4Runner). It is great off road. The gas could be better but is great for a big vehicle. In 20,000 it will cost about $300.00 more than most 6 cylinder engines.
20 Months of Ownership
cneighbor, 11/07/2006
2005 Toyota Sequoia SR5 Rwd 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I prefer to wait a while before I offer my opinion so this should help used car buyers. The Sequoia is an excellent vehicle. Don't buy this truck if you're looking for a lot of gizmos. It's pretty plain jane compared to the competition. However, if you're looking for a very smooth ride and the satisfaction of knowing this SUV will last forever then buy one. This is a classic Toyota... great ride, quality, reliability and timeless styling. Just a couple of negatives mentioned below. I won't complain about gas mileage. I still don't understand people who buy a V8 SUV and do???
Like Riding a Lexus
Geeeyejo, 10/07/2017
2005 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful
Purchased my 2005 Limited 4x4 with 135k for $6800. Immediately had timing belt, water pump, radiator hoses and serpentine belt changed. Then put all new Denso coils and plugs, air filter, oil change. Have had several issues with a transmission sensor needing replacement, gas cap throwing codes - both easy and inexpensive fixes. Be aware almost all of these trucks will eventually have issues with the SAIS pollution pump system - throwing CEL light and sometimes limp mode. Previous owner had the bypass system installed - I had to add a pressure sensor kit wired to the ECM harness to finally address the issues. Thankfully I was able to do much of this work myself that would have been a fortune in the repair shop. Hence only 4 stars. All great now and should run for another 200k miles. I concur with others that the big tree drives like a large luxury car, has great fit and finish. I invested in an Android head unit to bring the tech to the 21st century. I can ask Siri to play anything on my IPhone through the head unit and make calls, etc. Interior space is huge for this class - all three rows comfortable. Sunroof a plus too. Last truck was a V10 Ford Excursion so about 15 mpg average and up to 18+ highway is not bad at all . Mine is black with grey leather interior and looks like a big vintage Land Cruiser. Also Toyota had a recall on the frames for rusting- had mine inspected - all is fine and getting a free anti- corrosion treatment to the frame - pretty cool. Love this truck!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
1...