This guy is probably the hardest working and most impassioned car reviewer of them all. Toyota should hire him in their R&D / marketing departments because he is consistent and insightful in his video blogs.
I owned a Gen 1 Sequoia (sold at 265k miles) and currently own a Gen 2 sequoia (running great at 207k miles) and I love both of them. But I’ll never buy this generation if they don’t redesign the cargo area. I’ve never seen such a useless, impractical, waste of space in a large SUV as this. The fact Toyota approved this for production is mind blowing.
"It's not a zonk, it's actually functional". Bro, of all the billions of people in the world, you may be the first person to have ever said these words. Great work!
New Sequoia is a big miss. All of that external size and it's smaller than some midsize 3 row suvs inside specially that rear cargo space with shelf due to battery compartment
Honestly you might as well make it yet another 2 row SUV with a massive cargo area in their lineup and let the Grand Highlander take the 3 row buyers, because it’s honestly embarrassing the lack of space you get for the “full size SUV money” and I love Toyota… but they really killed the point of owning one of these
@@tego5370 I personally know people who has owned this current generation of GM full sized trucks and SUVs and they are happy and satisfied with their vehicles.
I miss the 5.7 v8. It May be a gas hog, but no twin turbo issues. I feel that way about all naturally aspirated cars. Bad mpg, but the engine will last forever with no forced induction.
My thoughts exactly. If Toyota would have just put the 10 speed tranny on the 5.7, we may have got close to 1/2 the MPG improvement without all the problems associated with this new generation. Tundra/Sequoia was great, but not anymore.
That's the most irritating thing about this vehicle and the main reason I will never ever buy this Sequoia. It seems they are cheating their customers with that horrendous cargo area, just so horrible.
I am SO excited! I’ve been telling my husband who works for Toyota that they need to make a 1794 Sequoia. I can’t believe they did it. Thanks for reviewing it!
For $80,000+, I’d expect the third row to have the same quality leather as the first two rows, the middle row to slide, and a little more room in the trunk without having to slide the third row in. It’s on my list to check out in person, but at the price Yukon is #1 for me so far.
@soonerjman I am aware of the gap in price, I took the Denali on a test drive recently, very smooth, lots of power and the interior is impressive. Love it.
Question, what make and model is best for Baby sets, the sets that small children have to raid in take up a lot of space when setting backwards, my son and daughter in-law have a 3year old and by December will have another child, most all auto and SUVs fall short in back set space, even those that call them full size, I think the only auto that will work is a minivan, any thought on this issue
Bowdoin College, founded in 1794, has school colors of black and white. All you need is a Polar Bear (school mascot) on the side, and you'd have the perfect Bowdoin Edition.
When is it coming out? Still not available to build out on Toyota website … I love everything about this but the cargo space … it is wildly awful … I was reading comments thinking how bad could it be .. pretty bad
We have a 23 tundra platinum and a 2015 sequoia platinum and I can honestly say the 2015 sequoia is better. Obviously some items are better in my new truck, but the overall drive, storage, reliability is better on the 2015.
My aunts have a 24 capstone and I’ve been in it a lot more often lately and I gotta say, these are definitely better in person than they are on camera. Now ik isn’t the most spacious on the segment but just for the 2 of them and 4 on road trips it’s more than adequate. The TT V6 is hella quick especially when you floor and it just sounds aggressive from the inside. Only complaint I have about it, is the rear vented seats. Idk if it’s the one they have or in general but they don’t seem to work all that well, almost as if nothing is pumping out. Second thing, the ride is nice but over bumps, it does not soak them up very well considering it’s a 80 grand suv. Now for 25 almost 90. Hopefully they improved upon that. Other than that, I would say this one of the better options in the segment if having the most space doesn’t matter to you
7:33 - 7:45 - Thank you for the guesstimate on the price!! It’s SO much nicer when you do that, then when you just say, “No official price you yet, but it should be close to car xyz.” 🙌
Love the all new 2025 Toyota Sequoia 1794 Edition & I do love the way it looks. Now yes pricing is not set in stone at this point and I do like the way it has a nice nice stance.
They had a chance to compete with the Tahoe and Yukon with third row leg room and cargo area. They dropped the ball on this one. Other than that, it’s a great looking SUV.
Great car. I've never had a need for sliding 2nd rows, or met people that put adults in the 3rd row because those are "non paying customers". The cargo area is functional for anybody who puts their mind to for the versatility.
That rear storage isn't a zonk, it's a deal breaker. Unfortunate because I really wanted one of these. The Grand Highlander is a better option in the Max configuration. As always thanks for a great review.
I’d love to have a Sequoia but we’re a 7 person family with too much stuff! Really need more space behind the back row because we’ll have butts in all the seats.
Nice looking SUV. I like the font style and size they used for the Sequoia name on the trunk. On every other model the font is too large and tacky. Great review, thank you.
Iforce max + 1794 edition is probably the most practical combo of luxury. How many people will actually push these units out in extedme wilds? Trd options are nice to have but most people keep their on the pavement.
That cargo space is just a killer for most. Wish it had a non hybrid version, just a normal v6 twin turbo. Still the best looking SUV in its class imo.
The redesigned sequoia is a huge disappointment. The 3rd row and rear storage is a lot less space than the competition. I am looking at the redesigned aramada or just get the new QX80. Toyota need to come out with a grand sequoia. This vesion is pointless for people who needs a full size truck. Very disappointed the X7 has better 3rd row
Toyota needs to get rid of that little stupid thing in between the second row seats and put something like the Navigator has. And do something with that third row !
Man the only thing i hate about the sequoia is the 3rd row bed not being flat id honestly just get the grand highlander hybrid max its such a disappointment been wanting to get the sequoia since im a tall guy and all
Have the TRD PRO the complaints are garbage…… it’s a beast of a drive has far better value and specs than a Tahoe ……the V6 turbo out produces the tahoes V8 all day 🤣. There is a shelf to flatten cargo space it’s not a big deal. If you have an army move up in cars and move on. We have had a blast in ours and when hit it in sport mode it leaves them all in the dust…… I’ve realised most haters literally can’t afford it and it’s a shame because it’s a really great machine.
toyota /lexus the only ones with soild rear axle ! rest have independent rear axle "for a smooth ride and leg room for the. 3rd row" do like the grille and shorter wheel base over the tundra, if there was a 2 row utilitarian trim get rid the luxury bits save some wt and get more payload for us car campers /overlanders who want payload cargo space not. a 3 row luxury family school bus
The Toyota Sequoia features a powerful V8 engine, spacious interior for up to eight passengers, advanced safety features, a modern infotainment system, off-road capabilities, and luxury options in higher trims.
It's just not ment to be hybrid car. I have much better cargo in Highlander , also 3rd row is joke because of hybrid system. They should stay with V8 maybe and it would've been great car.
I just purchased my second 3rd generation Sequoia Platinum. I wanted to get the 2025 Sequoia 1794 but didn’t want to wait for the dealership to get an allocation.
Not a fan of the black and chrome combo. The real reason why toyota “removes” the volume knobs is because they’re breaking left and right and there is no solution identified. The inside looks okay.
This 3rd generation's 3rd row and cargo area are compromised because it doesn't fold flat and is too small. No automatic rear sliding window, either. No bulletproof naturally aspirated 3UR-FE 5.7 liter V-8 engine and reliable 6 speed Aisan transmission and the 2nd row doesn't slide
The 5.7 sequoia is the best Gen - the only one which all the seats folded flat and has the v8 reliability but didn’t compromise on power. Yes this new one is night and day to the old one except for reliability and for 70-80k the seats don’t fold flat, no offense but that’s a waste of a money pit for not even being practical of that size - better off if you get this vehicle if you don’t have kids lol or 1 kid tbh the cargo space is laughably bad for this price but the power and interior make up for it
Definitely not my edition. I have yet to aged enough to where I can appreciate doo doo brown interior and wood trim.😅 If they would make their TRD Pro Sequoia aggressive looking like the Tacoma and 4Runner counter parts, I might be sold. I need the size and comfort of the Tundra and the Sequoia.
like the sequoia grille and shorter wheel base over the tundra, just wish the trd pro was more utilitarian than 3 row luxury family school bus no 3rd row moon roof , luxury car bits power tilt fold this and that = more payload and towing
No cargo area and I m not interested This 1794 logo will not solve the cargo issue so Toyota needs to open eyes and starts working on customers necessity than meaningless logos
The Tundra should have had this front end. I really really dislike this floating head unit design language manufacturers are doing. Put it in the dash. It works on some vehicles but that's the exception.
"To the door panel"😂. Thank you Sir.
Thank you so much for your support & generosity!
@@RaitisRides My pleasure and honor Sir!!
This guy is probably the hardest working and most impassioned car reviewer of them all. Toyota should hire him in their R&D / marketing departments because he is consistent and insightful in his video blogs.
I just recently started watching his videos and can honestly say that I 100% agree with you.
I owned a Gen 1 Sequoia (sold at 265k miles) and currently own a Gen 2 sequoia (running great at 207k miles) and I love both of them. But I’ll never buy this generation if they don’t redesign the cargo area. I’ve never seen such a useless, impractical, waste of space in a large SUV as this. The fact Toyota approved this for production is mind blowing.
Been watching you for years never gave you a shout out, but you give the best reviews no bias straight facts. Thanks bro keep up the great work.
Hey Joe. Does this Sequoia come with the recall included ?.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
"It's not a zonk, it's actually functional". Bro, of all the billions of people in the world, you may be the first person to have ever said these words. Great work!
As much as I like the Sequoia, the cargo area is still a huge zonk for me, barely usable. And it gets worse considering the price range.
It is not user friendly whatsoever
I am looking at the new armada or the QX80
Exactly what i was thinking, they should've copied the sienna cargo space with the 3rd row seats down and also up.
Stooooooop crying 😭 then boo hoo move the fck on and get a minivan 🤦♂️
Are they going to come out with a new vechile with more room
they need to make a xl option with extra space behind the 3rd row
that would be so much better but it wont be as good as the competition but at least that would make it bearable and I will take it
New Sequoia is a big miss. All of that external size and it's smaller than some midsize 3 row suvs inside specially that rear cargo space with shelf due to battery compartment
That is a very valid point
The cargo area is not just a zonk, but it's where it falls flat on it's face. What were they thinking?
That’s the big sore spot for sure
It keeps me from buying one.
Honestly you might as well make it yet another 2 row SUV with a massive cargo area in their lineup and let the Grand Highlander take the 3 row buyers, because it’s honestly embarrassing the lack of space you get for the “full size SUV money” and I love Toyota… but they really killed the point of owning one of these
That’s an excellent point for sure
That is how I use my Sequoia as a 4 passenger SUV with a large cargo area. Works for me.
I would rather have an 2025 Tahoe RST with the 6.2
You are not the first that wished for that
Except it's unreliable. Would only get it if it's a lease. The new armada base off the new QX80 is the best choice for full size SUV.
@@tego5370 I personally know people who has owned this current generation of GM full sized trucks and SUVs and they are happy and satisfied with their vehicles.
@@Stanley112803 and they're not gonna be happy after a few years.
@@Stanley112803who isn't satisfied while a car still smells new? Completely irrelevant.
I miss the 5.7 v8. It May be a gas hog, but no twin turbo issues. I feel that way about all naturally aspirated cars. Bad mpg, but the engine will last forever with no forced induction.
That is so very true
My thoughts exactly. If Toyota would have just put the 10 speed tranny on the 5.7, we may have got close to 1/2 the MPG improvement without all the problems associated with this new generation. Tundra/Sequoia was great, but not anymore.
@@twoweeledsoto6072excellent point! Gearing does wonders for MPG
Joe that's a great looking Sequoia but I wish you could have the option of having a v-8 engine. Also you forgot to zonk the rear wiper placement. 😅
Exactly!
That weird cargo area is still a pile of 💩
It is bizarre
Yup 😂 only reason I won’t buy one.
@@FirstGenerationRichyou are not the only one saying that
its just a 3 row luxury family school bus sequoia has to many luxury trims
That's the most irritating thing about this vehicle and the main reason I will never ever buy this Sequoia. It seems they are cheating their customers with that horrendous cargo area, just so horrible.
I am SO excited! I’ve been telling my husband who works for Toyota that they need to make a 1794 Sequoia. I can’t believe they did it. Thanks for reviewing it!
For $80,000+, I’d expect the third row to have the same quality leather as the first two rows, the middle row to slide, and a little more room in the trunk without having to slide the third row in. It’s on my list to check out in person, but at the price Yukon is #1 for me so far.
The black wheel well trims look good with the TRD trim package.
Sequoia is such a great looking suv
I would rather go with the 2025 Denali Yukon Ultimate all day.
One is 75k and the other is 101k
@soonerjman I am aware of the gap in price, I took the Denali on a test drive recently, very smooth, lots of power and the interior is impressive. Love it.
Not into the suvs but, that’s honestly a good looking vehicle..
I’m so glad you are digging this one
Excellent showcase of a beautiful vehicle ! Technology has come such a long way. Very impressive.
And phenomenal camera work Lori, kudos 👏
We appreciate you having our backs
Tahoe looks better and has a V8. I also hear Toyota's V6 is having problems?
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one
The gasoline only version on the Tundra and LX600 is the one having problems. The twin turbo V6 Hybrid version on the Sequoia is unaffected
@@RangeRoland good to know...I still want my V8 gosh darn it.
Got my sequoia trd pro at 10k no problems!
No
Joe, you never mention the grade of gasoline required. You you start this?
This toyota sequioa or the 2025 nissan armada x4 pro?
The is a great question
Question, what make and model is best for Baby sets, the sets that small children have to raid in take up a lot of space when setting backwards, my son and daughter in-law have a 3year old and by December will have another child, most all auto and SUVs fall short in back set space, even those that call them full size, I think the only auto that will work is a minivan, any thought on this issue
I would go Grand Highlander Max Brent!
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍
We love bringing it to you!
Bowdoin College, founded in 1794, has school colors of black and white. All you need is a Polar Bear (school mascot) on the side, and you'd have the perfect Bowdoin Edition.
This is good to know! I’ll pass it along to Toyota!
Bowdoin is actually closing next year so it’s irrelevant
@@briandorsey6437of wow that’s nuts
@@RaitisRides gotcha suckaaaa…I actually run Bowdoin
@@briandorsey6437 The admission requirements include intelligence. Sorry man.
When is it coming out? Still not available to build out on Toyota website … I love everything about this but the cargo space … it is wildly awful … I was reading comments thinking how bad could it be .. pretty bad
We have a 23 tundra platinum and a 2015 sequoia platinum and I can honestly say the 2015 sequoia is better. Obviously some items are better in my new truck, but the overall drive, storage, reliability is better on the 2015.
Nah
My aunts have a 24 capstone and I’ve been in it a lot more often lately and I gotta say, these are definitely better in person than they are on camera. Now ik isn’t the most spacious on the segment but just for the 2 of them and 4 on road trips it’s more than adequate. The TT V6 is hella quick especially when you floor and it just sounds aggressive from the inside.
Only complaint I have about it, is the rear vented seats. Idk if it’s the one they have or in general but they don’t seem to work all that well, almost as if nothing is pumping out. Second thing, the ride is nice but over bumps, it does not soak them up very well considering it’s a 80 grand suv. Now for 25 almost 90. Hopefully they improved upon that.
Other than that, I would say this one of the better options in the segment if having the most space doesn’t matter to you
Thanks for sharing that great experience
7:33 - 7:45 - Thank you for the guesstimate on the price!! It’s SO much nicer when you do that, then when you just say, “No official price you yet, but it should be close to car xyz.”
🙌
Love the all new 2025 Toyota Sequoia 1794 Edition & I do love the way it looks. Now yes pricing is not set in stone at this point and I do like the way it has a nice nice stance.
Pricing should be interesting on this one
@@RaitisRides Let's let the letter [T] stand for the price.
they need to offer 2nd row bench seat option also in 1794 edition......!
They had a chance to compete with the Tahoe and Yukon with third row leg room and cargo area. They dropped the ball on this one. Other than that, it’s a great looking SUV.
The third row non flat cargo area is the biggest oversight in Sequoia history.
they did go back to a solid rear axle .
No fold flat cargo area is a big miss, also whats with the air damper in the front, not real helpful in heavy snow.
The Sequoia has really grown on me over time. That is a decent looking vehicle. Needs the red TRD on the wheel delete though.
Great car. I've never had a need for sliding 2nd rows, or met people that put adults in the 3rd row because those are "non paying customers". The cargo area is functional for anybody who puts their mind to for the versatility.
very good review
Thank you Anthony for those kind words!
That rear storage isn't a zonk, it's a deal breaker. Unfortunate because I really wanted one of these. The Grand Highlander is a better option in the Max configuration. As always thanks for a great review.
Yeah now im going towards the grandhighlander hybrid max the sequoia 3rd row huge disappointment man.
I’d love to have a Sequoia but we’re a 7 person family with too much stuff! Really need more space behind the back row because we’ll have butts in all the seats.
Nice looking SUV. I like the font style and size they used for the Sequoia name on the trunk. On every other model the font is too large and tacky. Great review, thank you.
Thank you for the video I’m planning to buy 1 as soon as this model becomes available
Just like the KING Tundra!
You are so very right about that!
Iforce max + 1794 edition is probably the most practical combo of luxury. How many people will actually push these units out in extedme wilds? Trd options are nice to have but most people keep their on the pavement.
The updated headlight really makes it more crisp
It looks great maybe better in black and chrome finish
I prefer a tohoe or a new nissan armada. They have some comfortable spaces, and in general they look much nicer cars
just crazy they did not put the battery under the second row seat as some of their other hybrids.
That is so true!
That wacky power train is a slap in the face to any Toyota buyer
What is so wacky about it!
@RaitisRides if I wanted a twin turbo hybrid I'd by a mercedes
Great presentation ! Beautiful spirit !!
Can’t wait to check it out when I go to the fair in two weeks
I’m wanting a blacked out edition. Especially on the white
Now we are talking
Brother can I purchase trd pro package with massage seat
The baseball glove leather interior is the one to get.
I like what you did there Toby!
BEAUTIFUL!!
That cargo space is just a killer for most.
Wish it had a non hybrid version, just a normal v6 twin turbo.
Still the best looking SUV in its class imo.
If you had the hybrid you wouldn't want the other one.....
This is Faster Than a Ford Expedition Platinum
Who the f cares
The redesigned sequoia is a huge disappointment. The 3rd row and rear storage is a lot less space than the competition. I am looking at the redesigned aramada or just get the new QX80. Toyota need to come out with a grand sequoia. This vesion is pointless for people who needs a full size truck. Very disappointed the X7 has better 3rd row
Why Lexus won’t import LM350 to America 🇺🇸?
Tbh the 2025 made me rush out and get the last 2024 sent to my local dealership.
No gun safe?
I like the Toyota brand but comparing this with my Tahoe, it’s hard to give up the V8 and third row seating room.
The only reason not to purchase a Toyota is that most of the dealerships in NYC and Long Island are dishonest.
That is really sad to heae
Hilarious 😅😅😅
Still waiting for the Grand Sequoia 1794 Edition. Make it happen, Toyota!
Your storage units of measure crack me up! 😂
Toyota needs to get rid of that little stupid thing in between the second row seats and put something like the Navigator has. And do something with that third row !
Strange that there's less room in the 2nd row, 3rd row, and trunk compared to the grand highlander when the sequoia is supposed to be larger.
Tell me about it!
Love the interior……..except for the non-sliding 2nd row 😏
Lori feels the same way Tom
Man the only thing i hate about the sequoia is the 3rd row bed not being flat id honestly just get the grand highlander hybrid max its such a disappointment been wanting to get the sequoia since im a tall guy and all
Have the TRD PRO the complaints are garbage…… it’s a beast of a drive has far better value and specs than a Tahoe ……the V6 turbo out produces the tahoes V8 all day 🤣. There is a shelf to flatten cargo space it’s not a big deal. If you have an army move up in cars and move on. We have had a blast in ours and when hit it in sport mode it leaves them all in the dust…… I’ve realised most haters literally can’t afford it and it’s a shame because it’s a really great machine.
toyota /lexus the only ones with soild rear axle ! rest have independent rear axle "for a smooth ride and leg room for the. 3rd row" do like the grille and shorter wheel base over the tundra, if there was a 2 row utilitarian trim get rid the luxury bits save some wt and get more payload for us car campers /overlanders who want payload cargo space not. a 3 row luxury family school bus
I'm liking that grille.
It does work very well with the color
Tell us what we need to know, Joe!
You got it David
The Toyota Sequoia features a powerful V8 engine, spacious interior for up to eight passengers, advanced safety features, a modern infotainment system, off-road capabilities, and luxury options in higher trims.
Unfortunately this one does not have a V8.
@@RaitisRides No worries
@@DominionAnako-bb7rythanks man
@@RaitisRides Welcome
Styling is great imo even though they are trying to copy the f150 king ranch.
The pricing and storage are huge zonks for me. Way out of my budget.
I can understand where you are coming from
“I’ve always considered myself a cowboy…I’ve never been on a ranch, I’ve never ridden a horse, hell I don’t even own a cowboy hat…” 😂😂😂 7:19
Thanks for letting me share the laughs with uou
It's just not ment to be hybrid car. I have much better cargo in Highlander , also 3rd row is joke because of hybrid system. They should stay with V8 maybe and it would've been great car.
Yeah the highlander has a better cargo system due to a proper bed...
You've been having a lot of microphone noise in your past few videos. Not sure what the issue is, but I'm still coming back for your next video!
I just purchased my second 3rd generation Sequoia Platinum. I wanted to get the 2025 Sequoia 1794 but didn’t want to wait for the dealership to get an allocation.
Congrats! I’m glad you like this one
No back window roll down, my 2005 got them they are nice and cheaper than the new one.
Thanks for sharing your ownership experience on this one.
That front end needs to be on the new Tundra redesign instead of what they have now.
It's a bit of a mystery to me why this model isn't sold in Japan, even though the Land Cruiser is.
For $80,000 I'd rather get me a 2025 Yukon Denali
Not a fan of the black and chrome combo. The real reason why toyota “removes” the volume knobs is because they’re breaking left and right and there is no solution identified. The inside looks okay.
I heard it’s removable but why does Toyota put that fugly mudguard on the front? Is there a purpose?
I guess for aerodynamics
😂😂😂😂😂"If you're rubbing this wood, "pause," you might get a splinter Lmfao
I would buy this car if it wasn’t for the cargo area.
Id have bought it too im pissed as he'll..
Chrome is a zonk for me. 😅
They have other trims with zero chrome.
This 3rd generation's 3rd row and cargo area are compromised because it doesn't fold flat and is too small. No automatic rear sliding window, either. No bulletproof naturally aspirated 3UR-FE 5.7 liter V-8 engine and reliable 6 speed Aisan transmission and the 2nd row doesn't slide
The 5.7 sequoia is the best Gen - the only one which all the seats folded flat and has the v8 reliability but didn’t compromise on power. Yes this new one is night and day to the old one except for reliability and for 70-80k the seats don’t fold flat, no offense but that’s a waste of a money pit for not even being practical of that size - better off if you get this vehicle if you don’t have kids lol or 1 kid tbh the cargo space is laughably bad for this price but the power and interior make up for it
I miss the previous gen for sure!
I wish they would make a Toyota Suburban.
Toyota didn't read the memo when it came to passenger space,cargo room and versatility.....
2025 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid 1794 Edition TRD OFF-ROAD Package!
Definitely not my edition. I have yet to aged enough to where I can appreciate doo doo brown interior and wood trim.😅 If they would make their TRD Pro Sequoia aggressive looking like the Tacoma and 4Runner counter parts, I might be sold. I need the size and comfort of the Tundra and the Sequoia.
like the sequoia grille and shorter wheel base over the tundra, just wish the trd pro was more utilitarian than 3 row luxury family school bus no 3rd row moon roof , luxury car bits power tilt fold this and that = more payload and towing
Doug DeMuro about to trade his in for this.
No cargo area and I m not interested
This 1794 logo will not solve the cargo issue so Toyota needs to open eyes and starts working on customers necessity than meaningless logos
Don’t forget the Pace Picante!
Oh heck yeah!
"Open it up and as you can see you could fit around two m4's here"
The Tundra should have had this front end. I really really dislike this floating head unit design language manufacturers are doing. Put it in the dash. It works on some vehicles but that's the exception.
Not offering a second row bench on every trim is a huge miss