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This vehicle saved my family's life!
Lowe, 01/14/2016
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
80 of 80 people found this review helpful
We were driving home from a ski vacation in Whistler, BC when a group of young snowboarders going too fast, lost control of their truck and crossed the center line, hitting us head on at over 50 miles per hour. We rolled and all 6 airbags deployed. It was a 2008 Sequoia... And it saved our lives! Yes, we already thought it was the best vehicle we had ever owned because it was comfortable, powerful, looked great and we could even fit a twin matters in the back for road trips. It wasn't a until I pulled my precious children from this crushed vehicle that I thanked God that I made the choice to buy it. I've since been told there are no know fatalities in the Sequoia.. I don't know if that's a fact or not... But I know for sure that we are not fatalities because of our Sequoia. Honestly, I didn't know it had a built-in roll bar or 6 airbags or such a good safety rating before this crash. I just knew it was comfortable, could tow the boat and fit the kids and all their friends. Now I know... And want everyone else to know too. Just thought I would share this if your are considering buying a Sequoia.
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Love our Sequoia!
Sequoia Rocks, 09/03/2010
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
38 of 38 people found this review helpful
So, let me start by saying we have a 2004 Toyota 4Runner, with 130,000 miles. We have NEVER had any issues with it and it drives like the day we drove it off the new car lot. Since then, we've had 3 girls and grown to a family of 5 and needed something new. So, we made a mistake. We bought a Acura MDX. Sold it. Bought a Cadillac Escalade. Sold it. Finally came back to our first love Toyota and found the Sequoia used with 44k. In short, this thing is now a member of the family. Yes, Toyota hit a rough spot, but they are still Toyota. They will recover and the 2008 Toyota Sequoia has exceeded ALL expectations. Not enough time to list all the things we love. Find one used, buy it.
Second Sequoia
Steve, 01/06/2016
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
Great vehicle. This is second one for us. We buy them with 60-70k miles. As long as they are local trade ins with clean car fax and documented service history I have no qualms about driving them to 200k miles and expect few repairs. Fuel economy is only downside,
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Great & powerful SUV
fortyniner66, 02/23/2014
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful
I love this SUV .Have had 3 4runners, Acura mdx among many other vehicles. Last year We sold our dodge mega cab 2500 diesel and bought a crv. Last year we bought a boat and with several vehicles in our family already with kids driving we decided a used Tahoe or Yukon might be a option. We checked out the older sequoias however the power & towing stats on the 08 sequoia were impressive. We found a used sr5 with nearly all the options we wanted and fell in love with the car. Dream to drive..be realistic about the mileage ..it is what you would expect with the size and power..if mileage is your hang up you will want to pass. If you want power,space reliability and pure fun then give it a shot!
Great but a couple problems
tmaracle, 05/16/2011
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
We like this truck. I am encountering some issues. I added the running boards with LED's underneath that light up when the door is opened. The dealership is fixing them for the third time because the wires got corroded at the connection. It is not a water proof connector, bad design. I now also have a leaking oil pan. It appears to be the valve seal that is faulty because the hose and pan are oily. Hopefully the dealership will fix both issues under the extended warranty. So far they told me the light bulbs are not covered. LED's are not light bulbs, they are diodes that rarely fail. This is an electrical issue. Is anyone else having problems. Albeit, these seem to be minor.
Loving the Sequoia's power, comfort and reliability
sjhanks, 12/05/2014
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
Need a big SUV to haul people, gear or tow. It's the best. Had a Yukon XL and it was plagued with problems. Didn't tow really well either. So we purchased the Toyota and spent a little more on it than other similar SUV's, it's my third Toyota and I think a few extra bucks is worth it. I do miss the Yukon XL's rear storage. But we just fold one side of the third row down and we have lots of storage. I also have 3 kids almost 6 foot or over 6 foot and they can fit really comfortably in the 3rd row because it is so roomy. Love all the power too, it tows so much better than the 2003 GMC. Pulls right up the hills with no problems
Love my new Sequoia
capnjackflash, 01/25/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
2008 Sequoia Platinum, slate w/ red rock interior, laser cruise and DRL the only options. I've already filled it with stuff twice and am amazed at how much fits with rearview mirror still usable. Interior reconfiguration is so simple and easy. 400 lb-ft of torque is always evident and handling is surprisingly good in the sport mode. In soft mode, 85 on a smooth interstate feels like 70. The seating position and front visibility are great, but there are blind spots behind the large front pillars. You get the same huge center console as the Tundra, designed for people using their truck as an office.
Engine failure at 138k miles
tmaracle, 09/18/2014
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought brand new. Always kept up with oil changes. Mostly highway miles. A valve spring broke, hit the cylinder head which broke and destroyed the engine block and everything. For the dealership to build me a new engine is $15k in parts, not including labor. You can't buy new engines like ford and GM. I bought a used engine for $6k and the labor cost ended up in a bill for $9850. The new engine is not working properly but the dealership is working with me. I am disappointed. I wanted to keep this truck forever. Now I'm faced with a tough decision. I also lost 3mpg's. Now around 13.4 mpg's when I used to average 16.4.
Great hockey family car!
Zany, 01/31/2017
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Worth every penny for its 9 years and 234,000 miles to date!
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Why mess with perfection? The Beast rules.
Kristin O., 12/30/2019
updated 07/06/2022
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Sequoia is the best SUV ever. Better than my BMWX5, BMWX3, Explorer and Grand Cherokee. I've seen reviews criticize the lack of changes to newer models- I say, why mess with perfection? Our "Beast" has 315,000miles and counting. And these are hard miles. We have had 5-old English sheepdogs and 4-kids over the last 11-years. At 400,000 miles I will start looking for another new Sequoia.
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2008 Sequoia
SRJ, 11/20/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Lots of power and much more room than the Tahoe. Ride is very good for a "truck". A little too much plastic for a $50K car.
2008 Sequoia Warranty Repair@763 miles?
PIF, 03/17/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I only had the vehicle for 763 miles before a metal piece dropped on the floor as I adjusted my steering column. Now the steering column moves up and down, and can not lock into place. The service people wanted me to wait 2-3 weeks for an appointment. Would you drive a car like that? I said no. Toyota Quality?
So Far, So Excellent
TNguyen, 09/20/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We've been needing a family car for awhile now - with 2 kids and 2 dogs. Finally bought this tank. Man, we've been loving it. Comfy, tons of room, very quiet, drives great, and the turning radius is excellent for a car this size. Lots of storage, even when the 3rd row seat is up. I really like the 6 speed Steptronic shifting -- takes a little getting used to, but once you do, it's fun AND it's more fuel efficient and the full automatic mode (keep the RPM low). Overall MPG after about 300 miles = 15.5. I would imagine that once the engine is broken into more and my wife gets used to the Steptronic, getting 16+ mpg wouldn't be out of reach.
Love our Sequoia
B&C, 08/27/2010
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
We debated on a mini-van, but wanted a larger 4wd. We looked at all the full size SUV's and chose the Sequoia that we purchased through a broker with 15,000 mi. It's an SR5, but loaded with almost every option available. Of course the mileage is horrible, but if you can get past that fact, you will love this SUV. It accelerates as good or better than my Mercedes E320. I have had 5 full size guys with 5 bikes and even my 6'3" buddy was comfortable in the 3rd row. We are very happy. On road trips we average around 18 mph. We put in an aftermarket DVD - if this is a requirement, get one with the factory DVD, aftermarket will not work with factory BT, poor steering wheel connections, etc.
Worth a shot
Jermaine, 04/18/2021
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is one of the best (if not the best) full size three row SUV's. There's nothing really like this SUV. I've driven this vehicle everywhere throughout the country. I've taken it from the Midwest to the Pacific and back. Throughout the trips/journeys I've taken (and in general), it has always been comfortable, spacious, powerful/capable and reliable. It has NEVER had any major problems and has NEVER stranded me. As time goes on, my Sequoia will gain a lot more miles, but It'll stay the reliable workhorse I know it for. You can't say the same thing for an Escalade or a Navigator. Those are good SUV's but you do worry about reliability. They're great in the short term but questionable in long term ownership. The way I've maintained my Sequoia since 2008 can also be a reason why this is still around. I even use 87 octane (regular fuel) in this and it runs like brand new. Just doing normal maintenance keeps your cars ever lasting long. I would recommend this over any other three row full size SUV. Despite having the SR5, it's has held up strong and reliable.
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Excellent SUV
Tommy, 11/05/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I use the Sequoia for business and family travel. The family travel is primarily to horse shows. We pull a two horse trailer with two horses and the Sequoia does a great job of pulling 5,000 pounds. It also has plenty of room for our tack and provisions for the trip. The ride is extremely comfortable for all passengers.
Fabulous Family Whip/Ride
Bêlen, 03/08/2020
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We owned this car for over five years and it was awesome. The ride is amazingly comfortable, the car is solid and beyond reliable. We kept ours regularly maintained and NEVER experienced any issues.
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Love it
Chris, 03/14/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I wanted a large SUV I could pack full of stuff including the kids for long trips. About a year ago when I heard the Sequoia was going to be redesigned for this year I held off my purchase and decided to see what the 08 had to offer. Im glad I did because I absolutely love it. In fact the whole family does. Ive already taken it on a 1200 mile road trip and it was a joy to drive (as much as a 19 hour dive can be with two kids). We were able to load up the back with the 3rd row down and there was still room for the kids to sit in the second row. There was even enough room between the car seats for my wife to sit between them when needed.
Great for travel and always reliable
AJC, 02/07/2010
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a nice ride even on rough roads. The 4WD allows me to get in and out of just about anywhere. Great for travel and always reliable. I owned a land rover before this and I only miss the heated front windshield. This has more plastic than my 06 which makes the interior look cheep for a SUV of this price. The seats in my 06 are more comfortable for a small person...especially on the passengers side.
Interstate Cruiser
navintel, 04/19/2010
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Sequoia is a great interstate cruiser, comfortable,easy to drive and plenty of power when you need it. Plenty of room for people and cargo and got 21.1 mpg going from Delaware to AZ. I have taken it off-road several times with no problems.
Love My Sequoia
Serious Consumer, 09/11/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this SUV for over a year now and am just as pleased with it now as when I first bought it. The best vehicle purchase I have ever made. I love everything about this vehicle! I love the design, performance, comfort, everything.
Room for Improvement
Guffey Time, 05/21/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We live in a very rural area on dirt roads. We were amazed at how this vehicle allows the dust to come in. The rattles in the car are very irritating. The bluetooth does NOT work. The person on the other end says that it sounds like you are in a tunnel and cannot hear. Toyota cannot fix the problems! The towing is amazing which is the only reason I am keeping the car. You pay 52000 for a car, you expect a little more - not dust and rattles.
almost perfect
Mencken , 12/18/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had the vehicle for over six months now, and it is flawlessly executed, and easy to drive smoothly, even if it never hides its size. But there is a glaring flaw that might get me to return it when the lease is over: Cargo space. You buy a big vehicle like this if you have a big family, so the third row is always in use. Cargo space is minuscule behind that row, barely a foot of floor, with the seatback angling back, taking away space as you move up. If the vehicle were 18 inches longer, all of it in the trunk, it would be perfect for its mission.
Best value for a hard-earned buck
Jake, 09/14/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I can't believe I paid more for my 02 Sequoia with less options than my 08. There was never a problem with my old one. I just couldn't resist upgrading to the current year and boy, what a deal! The power, the comfort, the features, the Toyota reliability, and then the price. It has the only excellent editor rating which I was skeptical but hands down, definitely the best buy if you're in a market for this type of SUV. Do your research, test drive them all, check the price, and the reliability. Why pay twice as much for a Land Cruiser or a Lexus LX? BTW, this Sequoia is made in the USA.
Excelllence
Chuck, 09/21/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wonderful car. We might end up with two in the garage. Big and spacious for my four kids. My wife said the other day she is afraid to step on full throttle because it seems it might go on its rear wheels; it's fast. It's quiet, visibility is great, and very comfortable to drive, even long distances. I've never driven all the way from Phoenix to L.A. without my wife helping part of the way, but last June, I did, both to and from. Haven't had any problems so far, however, I have a small rattle on the moon-roof which disappears when I go to the dealership. Don't keep your eyes on the gas-gauge though, you might be disappointed, but I expected it when I bought the car. All in all, I love it.
Sequoia Platinum First Impression: WOW!
J. Goldsmith, 01/06/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've owned this vehicle for less than 24 hours and I have only driven it home from the dealership but that's 50+ miles of everything from Interstate to rough dirt roads, and winding, washboard mountain byways in between. On and off pavement, dirt, snow and ice, I have never become so comfortable, so "at home", felt so secure and in command so quickly in my almost 50 years behind one wheel or another. Also, I have never been in a car/truck that was so thoughtfully designed with the American motorist/family in mind. "Fuel Economy" and reliability just guesses at this stage, With apologies to "Field of Dreams and Iowa: "Is this heaven? No. This is a 4WD Platinum Sequoia."
The Beast
Larry Williams, 05/02/2019
updated 05/19/2020
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Take your time look at all iocation, If you going to buy, Go to a credit union you will get a bettter deal .interest rates.Never financial through a dealership. Rent a vehicle you thinking of buying do your homework. Go online and check it out. In a dealership known what the four boxes mean.Dont believe the salesman only they are looking at is a profit. I save over $6000 on my vehicle because, i did my homework. I thank Edmunds and carbuying.com.This has taught me how to buy a vehicle. Plus one more important thing " Don't be in a dealership more 40 minutes .i remember one dealer had me there for more than 2 hours. They came up with a price on plain piece of paper .Showing the discount, I got up and walk out they said I'm walking away they told me , Im walking away from a great deal. I told you will not make a 10000 profit off of me.The next day went to another dealership, I was out of there within 40 minutes. And i save 6000 .Drove off lot vehicle pay in full. Got free rugs and years worth of oil changes. The other dealership call me for three days .I said can you me a deal better than the other dealership. They said , How much did you pay. I told them drop to 30k we got a deal. They said come in and we can talk about it. I said buy and i hung up.Best car buying experience in my life. I will never get burn or taken again. Sincerely Larry
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Disappointed
Not satisfied, 01/15/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We traded our 2002 Suburban for the Sequoia in Jan., 2008. With three kids and three dogs, we loved the automatic third row and hatch. It drives and parks like a dream. Within 6 months, tho, the a/c smelled like mildew. After four LENGTHY visits to the dealership who found mildew on the filter, multiple calls to Toyota (we purchased the extended warranty), we are extremely dissatisfied with the "customer service." There is a constant clicking noise under the cage, the hatch does not close all the way, and the dealer could not solve any of the problems. The navigational system cuts off when driving so passengers cannot enter the info. Our TomTom is more well designed.
Why sacrifice XYZ
rcaron, 07/29/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Significantly LESS headroom compared to my last Sequoia and the seats can't adjust down. Sunglasses on my head hit the ceiling. They also dropped the gas tank cover lock from the old Sequoia... why??? And they dropped the side moulding strips to protect vs door dings. And the gas mileage is much less than my old Sequoia, and much less than advertised. It is a great truck and very comfortable but I might think twice about keeping my old Sequoia. Don't get caught up in the hype!!
Excellent Updates
Eudais, 12/28/2007
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My new Sequoia 08 Limited drives just fabulously! I love the torque that this baby provides when I step on the gas. Overall the vehicle is youthful, rugged, and yet still refined. I did get the 20" wheels, and overall they ride extremely nice, and look awesome. The vehicle interior is extremely quiet compared to my 2004 Yukon Denali XL. The backup camera performs admirably, and is a must with 3 little kids! The integrated bluetooth feature is a must if you are on your phone a lot, it is just fabulous. I do like the look and feel of this new body style. I purchased the Pyrite Mica color, and think is looks fabulous. (looks better in person than online) My kids love the 3rd row seat!
Very Happy
Melissa, 02/27/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 00 4 Runner and a 02 Mercedes C320 for the Sequoia. Happiest day was getting rid of the Mercedes and I tearfully left my 4 Runner. I have a 2 year old and one on the way, 2 big dogs and a 6' + hubby, while I am only 5'3". I drive approx 1400 miles a week (yes, really). I LOVE my truck. I am so happy with it AND I am really tough to please. I cheaped out and got the base model and I'm thrilled. It's even won my Dad over. I have learned how to dock it in to parking spaces but it turns as good as our Mercedes. If you are thinking about it, do it, you won't regret it. I got a license plate that says "In between gas stations".
Great family vehicle
Bear1, 11/03/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you need room for a large family, enjoy traveling in silent comfort at barely legal speeds, and do not worry about a high gas bill, this is the vehicle for you. Seems readily apparent that the Lexus engineers had a hand in designing all aspects of this versatile family hauler.
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Bob, 10/07/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After putting on over 20000 miles since purchase, I wanted to state that this vehicle is still enjoyable to operate. The vehicle still "feels" new and has not given us any problems. We use it to travel extensively around the country attending basketball tournaments that my granddaughter plays in. Always comfortable for the occupants and plenty of room for the gear.
This Central Texas Family loves our LTD.
CourtneyL, 11/16/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We've had our Sequoia since July 08, approximately 5 months. We are a family of 4. My husband, myself, and our two children both under 4years. We purchased the limited, black exterior with tan interior. Our sequoia has everything except for nav and dvd. Things we love: interior roominess- we can fit two carseats, and a full sized adult in the second and third rows. This never happened in our old suv. All three rows recline. In the second row, each seat moves individually. So if the middle person wants to recline, they can do so without bothering the other two riders. My husband now wants to trade his corolla S for a similar riding Tundra!
Love my 2nd Sequoia
MR VAT51, 07/22/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our second Sequoia six months ago and already put in 10,000 miles. We drove it twice to California coming from Texas and once to Illinois. I love driving it and family loves the long drive because of the comfort of the ride.
The luxury SUV
pillai, 08/18/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wanted a lux SUV for kids n stuff. Drove all the rest from cad to H2, infiniti, MB and chose this hands down. Supple smooth and quiet ride with lots of power. Although the Toyota doesn't have bling factor, it is true luxo where it counts - ride, handling smoothness and over all great use of interior space. Very comfortable 2nd and 3rd rows and easy to get into 3rd row. Overall our family is very happy with our choice of this comfortable fun and functional SUV.
Bold & Beautiful
Terery, 03/21/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded in Odyssey (loved it) to get a SUV that would fit our family of 6 and tow our 4,500lb boat. The Sequoia w\ 5.7L has plenty of power on tap & even more torque. It accelerates better w\ boat in tow than my 2002 Tundra V8 did w\ no boat. Ride is good for a SUV, but definitely not minivan smooth. Ergonomics are pretty good, but cups & controls hard to reach (even w\ my long arms). Like the high ride height & visibility. Middle & back rows easily fit 6'+ passengers w\ leg-room to spare. Avg 16-17mpg, which is good for large SUV in town w\ this much power.
A Vast Improvement Over Previous Model
rmgator90, 09/05/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had for a couple of months now and it has operated flawlessly. I had an 06 and liked it, but felt it was not as safe as I would like it to be. This has all the safety whistles that I need, plus it is a MUCH smoother, quiet, and comfortable drive. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking to buy a large SUV. I have a friend who has an Escalade, and he prefers my Toyota. Averaging about 18 MPG on mostly highway driving.
Great SUV
Oh8Limited, 07/20/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Our family bought this truck this month. We took a 4 hour trip to another city, very comfortable ride, responsive steering, also a quiet ride for the size. For as big as is it, it drives like a smaller SUV.
Nice Upgrade
Bob, 01/23/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded in a 2005 Sequoia for a this. Bigger seats, wider vehicle and improved gas mileage with the 5.7. Drives great, lots of toys, liked the 2005, but this is definately an upgrade.
Toyota's done it again!
BOB, 08/26/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Owned a '97 4 runner and was extremely pleased, but needed something bigger to carry family to and from AAU Girls National basketball tournaments. Looked at all the competition and frankly they were no match for the Sequoia, in my opinion. The interior design and comfort is far superior to all the others especially in the rear seating area. The buckets in the second row are fully adjustable and also recline which made it great for the rear passengers. Not difficult to handle around town and it's performance is well, outstanding. Recent long trip,passengers were very comfortable. Gas mileage low, but not why most will buy this vehicle. The Platinum has all the goodies,add entertainment system
Pros/Cons
Paul Dobrovolskis, 04/11/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I needed a full size SUV that had trailer towing capacity that gave me room to play when towing a boat. I have had Toyotas in the past and though always scant on creature comforts have been extremely well made and reliable. My last clocked in at 450,000 km and only died due to an accident. Issues IPOD connectivity useless to non existent. Don't bother with the Toyota cable. Navigation package useless. Very error laden, extremely user unfriendly, better to buy an aftermarket system. A 150$ garmin will outperform the Toyota navigation. Gas cap has no lock. Oil changes, uses a cartridge filter that few aftermarket dealers have. Dealers even hate doing changes.
Good Truck, It runs like a car
stopshop01, 12/08/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It is the first truck we own. Drive very comfortable and good mileage. We took 2 trips to the same road to test out the mileage. First trip fill up with Sheetz gas and got 17.8 mpg avg. Second trip fill up with Sunoco gas and got 18.4 mpg avg on the computer display. Wonder why so much different? It must be the quality in brand gas and no brand. Over all, it is very good truck and highly recommend to new buyer.
I love my new Sequoia!!
lovemysequoia, 01/02/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This SUV is so easy to drive. The ride is nice and the interior is very comfortable.
Best overall large SUV. Hands down winner
Costa Rica For Me, 12/11/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've been a truck/suv guy all my life. When it became time to "put down" my Chevy Suburban I began diligent research to find it's replacement. Without question this is the best large SUV all around for the money. Go ahead and shop Chevy, Ford, Caddy, GMC, M.Benz and most importantly DRIVE THEM. Toyota has them all beat in quality and reliability and performance. While M.Benz has an edge on interior luxury, it lacks in ALL other categories when compared. Sequoia is unbeatable as a family vehicle, especially if you plan to take long trips or tow a boat or camper. What it lacks in the "bling" factor it more than makes up for in the "cha-ching" factor--financially it makes good sense.
Wow factor in the family SUV
SuburbiaMom, 08/09/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just got the Sequoia last weekend and I'm wondering why it took us so long to find the perfect family SUV. We had an 03 Expedition that was acting up. Figure we'd give Toyota a try since big Ford has let us down on what was suppose to be our 10 year SUV. For being a full size SUV, this machine drives like a car. Suspension is much nicer and acceleration is super smooth. I never thought I'd ever switch to a Japanese SUV for fear that it's not roomy enough for my family but I'm sure glad now. Definitely made the right decision. The design is well thought out for families that need to drive 3 kids in car seats. Love the fact that the 2nd row slides forward for easier access to 3rd row.
Seating Design
GRF493, 08/27/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The power option for folding the third row seats is GREAT! Now, if Toyota can just apply that same option to the second row seats, it would be outstanding. Having three large dogs, coupled with a knee injury, it makes adjusting the second row seats difficult. The power option would be a huge help in this arena. Think disabled, we rarely do, until we ourselves are in that situation.
Stand-out Performer
cb4life, 12/18/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought the Toyota Sequoia Limited (4WD) to replace a 2006 Land Rover LR3 HSE. We have not regretted it. Pros: Strong engine, quiet/smooth ride, reclining seats throughout vehicle, window shades, leg room for adults in all seats. Cons: Navigation system is not user- friendly, radio controls are hard to reach (have to stretch while driving). Kids love legroom and reclining seats. Wife loves safety feeling, power rear hatch, and power. I love flexibility for storage and comfort on road trips.
This is the DE FACTO Land Cruiser
George Withers, 02/27/2009
2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The ultimate large-size luxury SUV. Period.
After MUCH exhaustive research...
Yankee, 06/09/2008
2008 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We needed an SUV for our 3 greyhounds and something to tow our 7500 lb travel trailer - a minivan or a "crossover" were out of the question, so after considering loads of other candidates (Suburban, Durango, Expedition EL) it came down to the Sequoia. With the high gas prices, you can really swing a sweet deal on an SUV, even one of these. Sure a minivan beats it in outright interior space and gets better MPG, but there's no substitute for true V8 power, torque and brawn when you really need it. Very smooth and quiet with more than enough power to handle just about any situation. Right now these seem pretty exclusive - you won't see yourself coming and going like you would in a Suburban.
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