PLANO, Texas, Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Much like the
coastal redwoods after which it is named, the all-new 2023 Sequoia
makes an immediate, indelible impression. The three-row SUV is all
new from the ground up, and it aims to elevate the full-size
segment with luxurious comfort, impressive technology and
breath-taking performance from an efficient new hybrid
powertrain.
On the surface, the "Sequoia" name is befitting of this
large SUV because of its size. Peeling back the symbolism a bit
more, the species of tree is not only the largest in the world but
it's also one of the strongest and most stout, known for its
longevity with some being nearly 2,000 years old. Seeing the forest
for the trees, the "Sequoia" name for Toyota's largest SUV
represents its stature in addition to its long-lasting quality,
durability and reliability. The all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia is
projected to be available in summer of 2022.
Premium and Powerful
This third-generation Sequoia is
completely redesigned and worthy of the "all-new SUV" description.
All 2023 Sequoias will feature the powerful twin-turbo V6 hybrid
i-FORCE MAX powertrain. First unveiled on Tundra, this exceptional
hybrid produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque.
i-FORCE MAX isn't just big on power, as this cleverly engineered
powertrain features a unique motor generator within the bell
housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic
transmission. This design provides both maximum performance and
amazing efficiency, and it is designed and built with heavy-duty
performance and demand in mind. Fuel economy estimates are not
available at this time, but the i-FORCE MAX's output it is expected
to be extremely competitive at the top of the segment – and a huge
improvement over the previous generation.
Sequoia will be offered in 2WD or the available part-time 4WD
system on SR5, Limited, Platinum and Capstone grades. TRD Pro will
be offered only in 4WD. The part-time 4WD system relies on a
transfer case, controlled via a lever on the center console, to
select between 2WD, 4WD high or 4WD low.
Setting Sights on the Open Road
As it should be, the
full-size SUV segment is a demanding lot. That means the Sequoia
needs to handle a multitude of tasks in stride. Built with this in
mind, the all-new SUV is rooted in a modern body-on-frame chassis
with a fully boxed frame that shares architecture with the all-new
Tundra and all-new global Land Cruiser (which shares its platform
with the Lexus LX). The core objective of this platform is to
provide excellent handling, supreme comfort and impressive
capability.
The engineering team behind this next-generation frame was able
to increase rigidity and improve ride comfort by utilizing new
techniques, such as new laser welding technology that helps reduce
mass and weight in areas it's not needed while reinforcing the
areas that need it most.
Sequoia features an independent front suspension and adopts a
new rack-mounted electronic power steering system for improved
steering feel. A modern multi-link rear suspension is employed out
back to offer a smooth ride and create opportunity to add the
available Load-Leveling Rear Height Control Air Suspension and
Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) for those looking to tow
regularly.
The three-row SUV offers a range of configurations for seating
and cargo. Depending upon the grade, second-row passengers get
bench seating or captain's chairs, either of which recline for
passenger comfort or fold down/tumble forward if larger cargo space
is needed. The third-row passengers benefit from a spacious
reclining backseat with available power folding, but the third row
also gets one of the most noteworthy new features on Sequoia: the
exclusive Sliding Third Row with Adjustable Cargo Shelf System.
This segment-first feature allows the third row to slide with 6
inches of adjustment range. The third row can also fold down to
complement the different storage positions of the new Adjustable
Cargo Shelf System: a removeable shelf that can be set in a variety
of storage positions depending upon the situation. The Cargo Shelf
System is designed to offer the ultimate flexibility in rear cargo
and storage needs.
Since full-size SUVs need to do it all, towing – whether it be a
trailer, boat or RV – is high on that list of demands. That's why
the all-new Sequoia offers up to an impressive 9,000-pound maximum
towing capacity, a nearly 22% increase over the prior
generation.
Towing can be an intimidating proposition for some drivers. Not
to worry! Towing becomes a less daunting task thanks to impressive
technology available on Sequoia. The Tow Tech Package, available on
all grades but standard on TRD Pro and Capstone, offers a suite of
features that include Trailer Backup Guide to aid in backing up the
SUV with a trailer, and Straight Path Assist which helps provide
steering control to keep the trailer straight on its intended path
when backing up.
Drive Mode Select is an all-new feature on Sequoia, offering
different driving modes depending upon driver preference, and it
includes standard settings Eco, Normal and Sport. With available
Load-Leveling Rear Height Control Air Suspension and Adaptive
Variable Suspension settings expand to include Comfort, Sport S+
and Custom. Using the SPORT or SPORT S+ settings, for example, the
i-FORCE MAX powertrain makes use of the electric motor's
instantaneous responsiveness. While the electric motor does the
bulk of the work at lower speeds, once above 18 mph, the gasoline
engine assumes primary operation for excellent performance in the
mid- and high-speed range. When in TOW/HAUL mode, the i-FORCE MAX system is
constantly in tandem operation to provide impressive acceleration
and torque for towing needs.
The view around this stunning SUV is improved as well due to
Sequoia's plethora of cameras, displaying multiple exterior angles
that are viewable from the available 14-inch touchscreen or the
available digital display rearview mirror. Those
trailering will appreciate Panoramic View Monitor, which
displays a top-down view of the SUV and the area around it. Options
include a rear split view to show what's nearby on each side of the
trailer, and a hitch view to assist with trailer connecting. For
the first time on Sequoia, factory available power folding,
extending and retracting tow mirrors can provide added peace of
mind when pulling a trailer.
Three Rows, Five Grades
Sequoia offers space for
families who need it – whether that be to haul passengers, gear or
both. It will be available in five grades that include SR5,
Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro and the new-to-Sequoia Capstone grade.
Each grade has its own unique look and feel, but the team at
Toyota's North American design studio Calty was responsible for the
styling and had primary objectives that would carry across the
lineup.
"Our primary design goal for Sequoia was to create a
sophisticated, yet tough and active lifestyle SUV that looks
capable of handling a diversity of big adventure needs," says Calty
President Kevin Hunter. "That holds
true whether it's a night out on the town with friends, towing a
boat to the lake with family or taking a more extreme off-road
adventure."
Sequoia's grade lineup starts with the well-equipped SR5 that
offers a strong foundation of power, efficiency and technology. It
touts impressive standard features that include the i-FORCE MAX
powertrain that is mated to the standard 10-speed automatic
transmission, standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, moonroof, heated
seats and more. It also features a standard 12.3-inch digital
instrument display and Panoramic View Monitor (PVM). When upgrading
to the SR5 Premium package, Sequoia adds the 14-inch Toyota Audio
Multimedia display, power third row, hands-free liftgate, Softex
seats, and cabin and cargo 120-volt power outlets.
Also available on SR5 models is the TRD Sport package, which
upgrades the standard 18-inch wheels to 20-inch matte black TRD
wheels. To complement sporty handling, it adds TRD sport-tuned
Bilstein monotube shocks and TRD-tuned springs. Inside TRD accents
include aluminum pedals and a red TRD push-button start.
Limited builds upon the SR5 with a clear emphasis on added
convenience. Not only does it gain a standard 14-inch Toyota Audio
Multimedia touchscreen, but it also adds standard heated/ventilated
front seats with memory settings, standard heated steering wheel,
power-folding third row and hands-free power liftgate. Limited also
receives standard second- and third-row manual sunshades to keep
the back half of the SUV sun-free, when needed.
Available for both SR5 and Limited 4x4 models is the
first-for-Sequoia TRD Off-Road package. Whereas TRD Sport is more
focused on the on-road qualities, TRD Off-Road enhances off-road
capability with the addition of a selectable locking rear
differential, Multi-Terrain Select that helps controls wheel spin
for improved traction and Downhill Assist Control to aid with steep
descents. Crawl Control also comes standard, functioning as an
off-road cruise control for low-speed trail navigation in 4WD Low.
To keep a better eye on trail obstacles, TRD Off-Road also comes
with Multi-Terrain Monitor to provide a better view of hard-to-see
spots for the driver. TRD-tuned Bilstein monotube shock absorbers
and TRD-tuned springs are added, and a red front axle driveshaft
provides added flair. Inside, aluminum gas/brake pedals are
included, and a red TRD push-button start button adds to the
performance look and feel. Both SR5 and Limited are outfitted with
unique 18-inch alloy wheels unique to the package.
Stepping up to the Platinum grade puts an emphasis on added
comfort and premium features, thanks to heated and ventilated front
and second-row, second-row captain's chairs, standard 14-speaker
JBL® Premium Audio system, standard panoramic moonroof, standard
Head-Up Display and more. High-grade LED headlights and taillights
are added, along with sequential turn signals. Rain-sensing wipers
are added to Platinum, as is standard Qi wireless charging.
TRD Pro is a great option for adventure-minded families that
plan to get off the beaten path regularly. TRD Pro is not just an
off-roader though, as it is loaded with premium features such as
standard second-row captain's chairs, TRD heated steering wheel and
TRD accents on the seats and shift knob. TRD Pro comes with
additional cargo hauling options thanks to the TRD roof rack.
TRD-tuned FOX internal bypass shocks offer a smooth on-road ride,
but most importantly, they can confidently handle off-road terrain
when the trail gets rough. A 1/4-inch aluminum TRD front skid plate
offers added trail protection. Sequoia TRD Pro also offers
additional trail capability with a standard selectable locking rear
differential, Multi-Terrain Select, CRAWL Control and Downhill
Assist Control. TRD Pro proudly sports a heritage-inspired "TOYOTA"
grille with an embedded TRD light bar and marker lights toward the
top of the grille. It's equipped with Pro-specific black 18-inch
TRD alloy wheels with an increased offset to provide a wider
stance. A dual TRD Pro exhaust tip provides added growl and visual
appeal.
The Capstone grade sits atop the Sequoia lineup, building upon
the great features of Platinum while adding additional top-shelf
features to make it the most luxurious Sequoia to date. Capstone
features unique chrome accents to provide an upscale appearance,
with the most eye-catching feature being the standard 22-inch
chrome wheels – a first for Sequoia and exclusive to Capstone. The
premium cabin experience begins at the first step with standard
power running boards that provide access to the standard
semi-aniline leather-trimmed seats. Not only are the seats
luxury-grade, but they also tout stylish perforation and a
Capstone-exclusive black-and-white color combination. The center
console and passenger-side dash are accented with authentic
American Walnut with an open-pore finish that highlights the wood
grain. On the dash, the Walnut pieces surround a Capstone logo that
is accentuated with LED mood lighting when the doors are opened. To
help provide an even quieter cabin, Capstone is the only Sequoia
grade to feature acoustic glass in the front doors for more
exterior sound deadening.
A wide variety of colors are available on the all-new Sequoia,
including White, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver, Lunar Rock,
Magnetic Gray Metallic, Blueprint, Army Green, Midnight Black
Metallic, Smoked Mesquite, Supersonic Red and the TRD-exclusive
Solar Octane. Premium paint colors* Wind Chill Pearl and Supersonic
Red are available, and the premium color Solar Octane is exclusive
to TRD Pro models.
*Premium paint colors will be available for an additional cost.
Pricing will be available closer to the on-sale date.
New Toyota Audio Multimedia
Sequoia will be fitted
with the new multimedia system first launched in Tundra. It is
headlined by a large 8-inch or available 14-inch touchscreen that
controls the all-new Toyota Audio Multimedia system designed and
engineered by Toyota's Texas-based
Connected Technologies team. The Toyota Audio Multimedia system
offers an improved user experience thanks to new sight, touch and
voice activation. With Intelligent Assistant available through
Drive Connect*, simple phrases like "Hey Toyota" awakens the system
for voice-activated commands to search for directions, find POIs,
adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more. The
cloud-based native navigation system offered through Drive Connect
allows for real-time Over the Air updates for mapping and Points of
Interest (POI), and Google POI data is integrated to ensure
up-to-date search capability. It also supports standard wireless
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto compatibility.
Toyota Audio Multimedia allows for simultaneous dual Bluetooth
phone connectivity. A Wi-Fi Connect subscription offers 4G
connectivity for up to five devices by turning Sequoia into an
AT&T Hotspot*, and it also offers the ability to link your
separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to
your vehicle with Integrated Streaming.
Active Safety System: Toyota Safety Sense
All Sequoia
grades come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5. This active
safety system includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian
Detection that features multiple enhancements over the previous
generation, including not only detecting the vehicle ahead but also
a pedestrian in low light, bicyclist in daytime, an oncoming
vehicle and a pedestrian at intersections when making a turn. At
intersections, the system is designed to detect an oncoming vehicle
or pedestrian when performing a left-hand turn and provide
audio/visual alerts and automatic braking in certain conditions.
Emergency steering assist is an additional function designed to
detect pedestrians and stabilize the driver's emergency evasive
steering maneuvers and help prevent lane departure.
Sequoia will be equipped with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC). Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist is designed to
notify the driver via audible and visual alerts and slight steering
force if it senses the vehicle is leaving the lane without engaging
a turn signal. When DRCC is set and engaged, Lane Tracing Assist
uses visible lane markers or a preceding vehicle to help keep the
vehicle centered in its lane.
Automatic High Beams are designed to detect preceding or
oncoming vehicles and automatically switch between high beam and
low beam headlights. Road Sign Assist is designed to recognize
certain road sign information using a forward-facing camera and
display them on the multi-information display (MID).
Toyota's Rear Seat Reminder comes standard on Capstone and all
2023 Sequoias. The feature can note whether a rear door was opened
within 10 minutes of the vehicle being turned on, or at any time
after the vehicle has been turned on, with a reminder message in
the instrument cluster after the engine is turned off, accompanied
by multitone chimes.
In addition to the TSS 2.5 system, other standard safety
features include Blind Spot Monitor, which is designed to help
detect and warn you of vehicles approaching or positioned in the
adjacent lanes. Rear Cross Traffic Alert can offer added peace of
mind by helping to detect vehicles approaching from either side
while backing out and alerting you with a visual and audible
warning. The Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
is designed to implement brake control when there's a possibility
of a collision with a stationary object, approaching vehicle or
while parking.
Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare
Toyota's
36-month/36,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all
components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional
60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and
corrosion with no mileage limitation. Hybrid-related components,
including the battery control module, hybrid control module and
inverter with converter, are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles,
whichever comes first. The hybrid battery is covered for 10 years
or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Toyota dealers have
complete details on the limited warranty. Sequoia also comes with
ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance
and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years or 25,000 miles,
whichever comes first.
*Certain features include a trial period at no extra cost upon
original date of new vehicle purchase or lease. After the trial
period ends, a paid subscription is required. More details on trial
periods and subscription-based features can be found at
https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the
cultural fabric in North America
for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable,
next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands plus
our 1,800 dealerships.
Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs
more than 47,000 in North America.
The company has contributed world-class design, engineering, and
assembly of more than 40 million cars and trucks at our 15
manufacturing plants, including our joint venture in Alabama that began production in 2021.
Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights
the way it partners with community, civic, academic, and
governmental organizations to address our society's most pressing
mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move,
anything is possible.
For more information about Toyota,
visit ToyotaNewsroom.com.
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