Used 2019 Toyota Sequoia SUV Consumer Reviews
Count on It
Having looked at Yukon and Expedition options...very nice vehicles, when it came to a decision, I opted for tried and true. There's a peace-of-mind that accompanies the 2019 Sequoia Platinum precisely because it's old-school rock-solid dependable, has a smooth and powerful V-8, owns time-tested engineering in important places (a simple transmission and low axle ratio). Though it doesnt have advanced much of anything like cylinder deactivation, turbos or a variable transmission, what it does have just works. 150-200k miles plus is the norm not an exception. The safety updates, functional cargo space and overall comfort just work. It's simple, not flashy or particularly attractive and doest stand out in a crowd. But years and miles from now, i'm guessing it will still be doing what it does without much complaint. That said, it would be nice to get 4-5 mpg better fuel economy, another 1000lbs of towing capacity, less sensitive steering and a larger info screen.
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Why change a good thing?
Almost all the negative reviews out there focus on outdated tech, outdated styling and less amenities. This is the exact reason I bought a Sequoia over a Suburban/Expedition. Toyota has spent 13 years mechanically perfecting this SUV. I like my vehicles to last a LONG time with as minimal repairs as possible. Sequoias have proven that it has an invincible drivetrain that will go 250k+ without bating an eye. In my opinion more tech typically equals more repairs down the road, repairs well beyond a backyard mechanics means. Did I mention I like to fix as much on my own vehicles as possible? That said the Sequoia also has the same drivetrain and 4x4 as a Landcruiser. Perhaps the greatest suv built worldwide and the Sequoia is 2/3 the price. Living in rural Montana we needed a capable suv off-road, that could haul a trailer, super reliable and fits all of our friends/family when they visit. Our certified 2019 Sequoia checked all the boxes. Gas mileage stinks... so be it, this motor will still be purring along when the mechanical systems in other suvs with turbos, cylinders that turn off and on, etc are needing major repairs. If you’re looking for a truly capable, reliable and utilitarian family suv with some comfort features this is it.
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A full sized 4Runner
It’s not a Landcruiser, but it does a fine job in light to medium off-road, much better than its competitors (Expedition, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban). It has the same 4wd and center locking diff that my 04 4Runner had, also has 10” of ground clearance....
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box truck
A large body on truck frame, not a fake crossover truck on a car platform.reliability, and Resale value, can tow or 4wheel if needed......
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LAME
Toyota hog ties you from modifying the engine for any kind of performance upgrades. They also withhold critical computer information. They just don't want you to change the perf. of the motor. I am surprised there is no altimeter warning that shuts the motor down if you raise the suspension, changing the CG. Maybe that will be on next years model.
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