Used 2018 Toyota Sequoia Consumer Reviews
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Passes every test
Hack, 02/09/2016
updated 08/10/2016
2016 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
43 of 43 people found this review helpful
Took my 2016 Sequoia on its first of many long fishing trips. We went 6,000 miles pulling our boat (Nitro ZV18) on a dual axle trailer. From Washington State thru Montana, S.Dakota to Illinois. Then down to the southern tip of Missouri and back to Washington State by way of Wyoming, Utah, and north thru Oregon to the Columbia river. The Sequoia passed every test as you would expected from a new truck. But it performed even better than I expected. The comfort and ride was perfect. Handling and braking on the freeway up and down the mountain passes was again perfect. Even the poor gas mileage I described in my first review was much better than I expected considering we pulled a good size boat. The Sequoia was packed with gear, two dogs, the roof had two kayaks but we still had room for more as if the beast was built for road trips. I like it more now then I did in my first review. It's got more than enough power so acceleration on the highway is very impressive. Dealing with semi's, some back woods terrain and severe weather no problem the Sequoia is built like a tank. We made a great choice.
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Sequoia success
Waleska Maxwell, 04/23/2016
2016 Toyota Sequoia Platinum FFV 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
I owned my previous Sequoia for 10yrs with 150,000 miles on it and didn't really need another but I wanted the new technology with Bluetooth and all the new whistles so I traded it in. This new 2016 is outstanding. There is more room inside, the ride is smooth and the availability of apps and Bluetooth capability is cool. I used the Edmunds price tool and I wouldn't purchase another vehicle any other way. It was so easy and effortless. I will stick with Sequoia (platinum) as long as they are around. They hold their value, last forever, and run great with little to no maintenance. That's my Sequoia success story.
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Great Overall Hauler
Doug, 09/14/2016
2016 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
We've used this Sequoia for almost everything. We hauled a large vacation trailer thru Canada (8,000 miles) and it worked flawlessly and has plenty of power to go anywhere. Lots of room for people and storage. It appears to be designed for easy driving. The turning radius is great. Maintenance has been minimal, except for the brakes, which are problematic. The rotors heat up and are warped and "bounce" when you put on the brakes. We replaces the brakes and rotors several times, and the problem reoccurs.
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Best SUV for the Money
Ron, 03/20/2016
2016 Toyota Sequoia Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
I shopped around and finally decided on the 2016 Platinum. I looked at the GMC but although it was a nice SUV they make it hard to buy. You literally have to choose every little feature. Some are confusing and not clear as to what they are or mean. Where with the Platinum, there were only a few options available, the rest were included. It has so many wonderful creature comforts. Side window Shades, Big Seats front and second. Blu Ray player, Sensors for backing up and forward, Blind Spot on the Highway, The Third row is big and roomy. Front and rear Heat/AC controls that really work. I could go on and on. I miss one feature I had on my 2012 4Runner. Keyless push button Start. Also the ability to open the doors from the outside with the Transponder in my Pocket. After I got used to not having that, it was ok, but wish it did have that feature. Also its a little thirstier on Gas but it's OK. I love the Toyota Brand and this SUV is made right here in the good old USA. Indianna to be exact. After all is said and done, I love this Car/Truck.
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Nicely updated!
Rushmore, 05/23/2019
updated 06/02/2023
2018 Toyota Sequoia SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Update 6/1/2023...4 years of ownership and over 50,000 miles put on the Sequoia. Nothing to report other than normal maintenance (fluid/filter changes as recommended in service manual and new tires). We have taken this rig on several long road trips and it has proven to be a great vehicle for doing so, even when fully loaded. The reduction in cargo capacity and 3rd row usability make the new 2023 Sequoia a tough sell for me to consider. I plan to keep this vehicle a while longer. Fuel mileage would be the only complaint, but I knew that prior to purchasing. Update 6/1/2021...2 years and 30,000 miles on the Sequoia and no issues experienced other than the wind noise, which was fixed under warranty. Took it on a 2,500 mile road trip through the Rocky Mountains last fall, including some off road trails, and it was awesome. If you are looking for a reliable, spacious, body on frame SUV with a usable third row, not sure there is a better option available. It will be interesting to see what they do with the next generation expected in 2022. Update 5/25/2020...Only issue experienced after 1-year was wind noise on driver's side door. Dealer adjusted the door seal under warranty and have had to other issues. Really enjoy this rig and plan to keep it a while. Original review...I just traded in a 2012 Sequoia (156,000 miles) for a 2018 Sequoia and am pleasantly surprised by the updates. LED headlights are wonderful. Toyota Safety Sense (adaptive cruise, lane departure, rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring) are a great addition, especially due to the size of the rig. Ride is smooth and handling acceptable. Powertrain has proven reliable. The competition is utilizing cylinder deactivation and turbos to boost fuel mileage, but at what cost to maintenance & reliability? Dashboard and technology update is a significant improvement. The slight styling change to the grill looks great. I'm very happy they didn't change the interior like the Tundra as it is less functional and you lose the second glove box. Overall, this is a great vehicle and still outshines most of the competition despite not having a significant redesign since 2008. The only thing that I wish it had is the 8 speed transmission that they are putting in the Land Cruiser.
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