I'm lucky that I like cars a lot and have spent my whole life around them...with so many fun stories along the way it makes doing videos a blast...now I teach other people how to make their own channels to support the things they really enjoy. Thanks for taking a look Morgan and have a great 2019!
I have a 2011 Sequoia that I bought just before my third child was born. We wanted the second row bench, because it wanted to put three car seats across the middle row and it was one of few large SUVs that could do it. Since buying my Sequoia, my wife and I have welcomed three more children, so we now use all 8 seats and we love the vehicle as much as the day we bought it.
I have a 2021 sequoia and already drove it 1500 miles. It is super comfortable for long trips and I recommend taking advantage of the radar cruise control in line with the lane crossing sensors.
Owned a Chevy Suburban 2500 4WD for 11 years. It had the 6.0 liter V-8 and was rated at 9400 lbs towing. Looking to get this "Japanese Suburban" with a more powerful 5.7 liter motor plus likely 2WD. I am trying to understand the 7400 lb towing limit. The 2012 Tundra pickup using the same frame, mostly same suspension, and same engine is rated to tow 10,400 lbs. If you haven't towed 30 foot trailers before that gross north of 6000 lbs, these numbers matter a lot. On flat ground in nice weather, go ahead and tow close to the vehicle's trailering weight limit. If you are going to tow in hot weather and/or hills, then extra margin is appreciated. I never regretted towing a 6400 lb fully loaded trailer through the Rocky Mountains with a 9400 lb rated vehicle. I had the unfortunate experience of towing that same fully loaded trailer through those same mountains with a 6600 lb limit truck and it was slow and miserable (windows down, turn off air conditioning when climbing steep slopes to avoid overheating the engine and transmission.) I expect the 2012 Sequoia frame can handle the twisting and bending forces of a load leveling hitch controlling a big trailer and the 401 ft-lbs of torque is plenty for closer to 9000 lbs of trailer weight. For the sake of comparison, the earlier generation 2007 Toyota Sequoia 2WD with the 4.7 liter V-8 was rated to tow 6500 lbs, just 900 lbs less than the second generation. Does anyone know why the second generation Sequoia towing limits are so low? As for "don't sweat it, tow as much as you like" that is not how I am going to run with my wife and children on board, especially in the mountains and the summer heat.
I just purchased a 2010 Toy Seq Limited 2WD with the 5.7 L, and on that particular model, the owners manual shows the towing capacity to be 8,100 lbs + 1,000 lbs cargo for a total of 9,100 lbs. I'm not sure where the 7,400 lb rating is coming from.
It's actually around 7200lb for the 2012 Sequoia 5.7 2WD, according to the manual. The 2012 Tundra is anywhere between 9000-10000 lbs. The reason why there is a difference is because although the Sequoia is on the Tundra platform, this platform is modified. That modification lowers the towing capacity. I dont know in what way the platform is modified, however. You might need to end up getting a pickup with a full size crew cab to suit your needs.
The sequoia has a different rear end totally. It has independent A arms with rear coil over suspension on the lower end models. I have a platinum witch has the air bag(air ride) system instead of coil springs. witch tows as much as much as my platinum tundra. I pull the same 9500 lbs trailer with both vehicles no problem. So if you dont have air ride in your sequoia it's rated way less and will squat down on those springs. So go buy High lifter air aftermarket bags for inside the spings to bring it up to the platinum towing rates.
@@qsteele40 What happened was in 2011 Toyota adopted the newer standard for tow ratings called SAE J2807. This new rating system (which wasn't forced on automakers, but some chose to follow) produced a much more practical real-world tow rating. The end result for Toyota was most vehicles were down rated some amount. The Sequoia went from 9000lbs to 7000lbs (depending on configuration) the V8 4Runners dropped to 5000 from 7200, Highlander V6 dropped from 5000 to 3500 etc.
That truck will tow 10,000 lbs easy with a brake controller. The ratings are very conservative. I have had 6500 behind mine, and it didn't even break a sweat.
I've never seen people tow with Sequoias before, but as strong as they are I'm sure they tow better than many vehicles more popularly associated with being heavy duty.
The new videos are all way better...up on that roof in Seattle was awesome but you're on top of the 6th floor roof in the middle of downtown. Thank you so much for taking a look Rich and have a successful 2019!
+Recklessly Arrogant Very similar...the Sequoia is made in America on the same frame as the Tundra. The Land Cruiser is made in Japan on a smaller and stronger variation of that platform.
the land cruiser is much slower yet it also has high quality parts that are unique to the land cruiser with a sophisticated 4wd system. The sequoia shares alot with other toyotas especially the tundra.
@@everycarSeattle Hey just a heads up it's not the same frame as the Tundra at all... The tundra has an open C channel frame... The Sequoia is a fully boxed frame. Totally different. Sorry, don't mean to hijack after so many years but just putting that out there. And yes, it's built very well. I own one with the 5.7 :)
I know this is an older video but I'll give it a try. I want a large SUV simply for safety and crash protection regardless of gas mileage, I'm considering the 2008-2014 Lincoln Navigator L versus the 2008-2014 Sequoia and the 2010 Infinity QX56 ( I don't like the post 2010 models). Prevailing thought is the Toyota is going to be the most reliable/trouble free but how does the Lincoln and Infinity compare and in what order?
1. Sequoia 2. Sequoia 3. Sequoia :)) Infiniti's are money pits, as they age. Lincolns are for old people;) I personally like the new Navigator, but too much money. If you can afford used sequoia, than it will have best resale value. Good luck
@@maniac32145 I've been leaning towards the Sequoia simply because of the bulletproof reliability that Toyotas are known for even though I slightly prefer the appearance of the 2015-2017 Navigator model. I didn't know that about Infinity's, Thanks for responding.
@@maniac32145 Yeah they're really nice but also very expensive, I cant find one under 28k. If I'm going to spend that much money, I would feel better buying a Toyota.
A Land Cruiser is better than a Sequoia. That’s disingenuous you should’ve mentioned Land Cruiser.. By the way huge fan of your channel don’t take that the wrong way. You put out fabulous content and your reviews are the best on TH-cam. But let’s be honest Land Cruiser. is a land cruiser and there’s no other vehicle on earth like it
i bet this salesman has alot of special car videos
I'm lucky that I like cars a lot and have spent my whole life around them...with so many fun stories along the way it makes doing videos a blast...now I teach other people how to make their own channels to support the things they really enjoy. Thanks for taking a look Morgan and have a great 2019!
@@everycarSeattle Joe is a pimp. I enjoy his videos. Maholo Joe!
@@visualmobiletechnologies4127 I'm going to go ahead and pin that one right to the top. Thank you so much for the love and warmest mahalo back at you!
the sequoia drive train is highly underestimated, these 5.7 engines mated to 6 speed gearbox propels like no other in its class, a true BEAST!
@@happyperson9359 Like a street-legal locomotive with first class accommodations
I have a 2011 Sequoia that I bought just before my third child was born. We wanted the second row bench, because it wanted to put three car seats across the middle row and it was one of few large SUVs that could do it. Since buying my Sequoia, my wife and I have welcomed three more children, so we now use all 8 seats and we love the vehicle as much as the day we bought it.
Oh my... congrats!
I have a 2021 sequoia and already drove it 1500 miles. It is super comfortable for long trips and I recommend taking advantage of the radar cruise control in line with the lane crossing sensors.
Owned a Chevy Suburban 2500 4WD for 11 years. It had the 6.0 liter V-8 and was rated at 9400 lbs towing. Looking to get this "Japanese Suburban" with a more powerful 5.7 liter motor plus likely 2WD. I am trying to understand the 7400 lb towing limit. The 2012 Tundra pickup using the same frame, mostly same suspension, and same engine is rated to tow 10,400 lbs. If you haven't towed 30 foot trailers before that gross north of 6000 lbs, these numbers matter a lot. On flat ground in nice weather, go ahead and tow close to the vehicle's trailering weight limit. If you are going to tow in hot weather and/or hills, then extra margin is appreciated. I never regretted towing a 6400 lb fully loaded trailer through the Rocky Mountains with a 9400 lb rated vehicle. I had the unfortunate experience of towing that same fully loaded trailer through those same mountains with a 6600 lb limit truck and it was slow and miserable (windows down, turn off air conditioning when climbing steep slopes to avoid overheating the engine and transmission.) I expect the 2012 Sequoia frame can handle the twisting and bending forces of a load leveling hitch controlling a big trailer and the 401 ft-lbs of torque is plenty for closer to 9000 lbs of trailer weight.
For the sake of comparison, the earlier generation 2007 Toyota Sequoia 2WD with the 4.7 liter V-8 was rated to tow 6500 lbs, just 900 lbs less than the second generation. Does anyone know why the second generation Sequoia towing limits are so low? As for "don't sweat it, tow as much as you like" that is not how I am going to run with my wife and children on board, especially in the mountains and the summer heat.
I just purchased a 2010 Toy Seq Limited 2WD with the 5.7 L, and on that particular model, the owners manual shows the towing capacity to be 8,100 lbs + 1,000 lbs cargo for a total of 9,100 lbs. I'm not sure where the 7,400 lb rating is coming from.
It's actually around 7200lb for the 2012 Sequoia 5.7 2WD, according to the manual.
The 2012 Tundra is anywhere between 9000-10000 lbs.
The reason why there is a difference is because although the Sequoia is on the Tundra platform, this platform is modified. That modification lowers the towing capacity. I dont know in what way the platform is modified, however.
You might need to end up getting a pickup with a full size crew cab to suit your needs.
The sequoia has a different rear end totally. It has independent A arms with rear coil over suspension on the lower end models. I have a platinum witch has the air bag(air ride) system instead of coil springs. witch tows as much as much as my platinum tundra. I pull the same 9500 lbs trailer with both vehicles no problem. So if you dont have air ride in your sequoia it's rated way less and will squat down on those springs. So go buy High lifter air aftermarket bags for inside the spings to bring it up to the platinum towing rates.
Dirt Pickle thanks for the info
I have Platinum too
@@qsteele40 What happened was in 2011 Toyota adopted the newer standard for tow ratings called SAE J2807. This new rating system (which wasn't forced on automakers, but some chose to follow) produced a much more practical real-world tow rating. The end result for Toyota was most vehicles were down rated some amount. The Sequoia went from 9000lbs to 7000lbs (depending on configuration) the V8 4Runners dropped to 5000 from 7200, Highlander V6 dropped from 5000 to 3500 etc.
It already has a “certified” sticker! 😂
The taillights on these look exactly like the taillights on the 3rd Gen Lexus GS
You have a sharp eye Lukas...I wouldn't be surprised if they were the same part.
Finally someone that agrees that think Toyota is great and built better on the chassis part of Toyota.
Looooove my 12 Sequoia!
Great choice mama ty...incredibly well built, powerful, normal to drive and amazing resale value...simply the best of the best.
@@everycarSeattle 2nd gen start in 08
joe - you make me want this exact car - where do you work currently?
Do you have anymore Sequoias at Honda of Seattle?
I'm in Hawaii these days Carmeli, but Sequoias are a core piece of inventory at Honda/Toyota of Seattle!
That truck will tow 10,000 lbs easy with a brake controller. The ratings are very conservative. I have had 6500 behind mine, and it didn't even break a sweat.
I've never seen people tow with Sequoias before, but as strong as they are I'm sure they tow better than many vehicles more popularly associated with being heavy duty.
nice sound
Wish the audio was better.....
The new videos are all way better...up on that roof in Seattle was awesome but you're on top of the 6th floor roof in the middle of downtown. Thank you so much for taking a look Rich and have a successful 2019!
JBL not terrible but aftermarket is a cheap fix
Salesman what's the point of opening the hood and leaving us at the grill and headlights
Bra sound like a sales man oh whit he isss lolll
i would sacrifice any sacrifice... giggles.
I just added my most comprehensive video yet of my top 25 sports cars of all time...take a look: th-cam.com/video/bp7ISIkSMuk/w-d-xo.html
Y62 patrol , and landcruisers
So if it’s your fav why do you drive a Mercedes’ GL?
Wouldn't the Land Cruiser be its partner?
+Recklessly Arrogant Very similar...the Sequoia is made in America on the same frame as the Tundra. The Land Cruiser is made in Japan on a smaller and stronger variation of that platform.
the land cruiser is much slower yet it also has high quality parts that are unique to the land cruiser with a sophisticated 4wd system.
The sequoia shares alot with other toyotas especially the tundra.
@@everycarSeattle Hey just a heads up it's not the same frame as the Tundra at all... The tundra has an open C channel frame... The Sequoia is a fully boxed frame. Totally different. Sorry, don't mean to hijack after so many years but just putting that out there. And yes, it's built very well. I own one with the 5.7 :)
i like the sequoia
Crappy sound quality, dude.
I'm sure this is a very good review given the fact that it's a toyota. But I can't hear anything.
if you love cars so much you would be them all up rite? not sell them to people.
I know this is an older video but I'll give it a try. I want a large SUV simply for safety and crash protection regardless of gas mileage, I'm considering the 2008-2014 Lincoln Navigator L versus the 2008-2014 Sequoia and the 2010 Infinity QX56 ( I don't like the post 2010 models). Prevailing thought is the Toyota is going to be the most reliable/trouble free but how does the Lincoln and Infinity compare and in what order?
1. Sequoia
2. Sequoia
3. Sequoia
:))
Infiniti's are money pits, as they age. Lincolns are for old people;) I personally like the new Navigator, but too much money. If you can afford used sequoia, than it will have best resale value. Good luck
@@maniac32145 I've been leaning towards the Sequoia simply because of the bulletproof reliability that Toyotas are known for even though I slightly prefer the appearance of the 2015-2017 Navigator model. I didn't know that about Infinity's, Thanks for responding.
@@claudelegree7450 I like that year Navigator too, and they come loaded.
@@maniac32145 Yeah they're really nice but also very expensive, I cant find one under 28k. If I'm going to spend that much money, I would feel better buying a Toyota.
A Land Cruiser is better than a Sequoia. That’s disingenuous you should’ve mentioned Land Cruiser.. By the way huge fan of your channel don’t take that the wrong way. You put out fabulous content and your reviews are the best on TH-cam. But let’s be honest Land Cruiser. is a land cruiser and there’s no other vehicle on earth like it