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What do our experts think of the 2022 Toyota Sequoia? We look at powertrain, interior options, trim levels, and more. Find out our thoughts here.
What’s new for the 2022 Toyota Sequoia?
The all-new Toyota Sequoia is coming in 2023 and so Toyota hasn’t changed anything for the final year of the second generation though the tow rating is up to 7,400-pounds now.
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The Breakdown
Real off-road capability
Spacious interior
Powerful engine
Archaic technology
No alternative powertrains
Cheap materials
Can’t wait for 2023
2022 Sequoia Specs
- 381 horsepower from base engine
- 401 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 6 available trims
- 18.9 cu-ft of cargo capacity
- 120.1 cu-ft of cargo capacity with seats down
- 7,400-lb towing capacity
- Available rear-seat infotainment system
- Standard lane-keep assist
- Complimentary maintenance
2022 Toyota Sequoia Powertrain
Perhaps no feature of the Sequoia has allowed it to soldier on for as long as it has more than its engine. With so much power on tap, it’s still very competitive in its class despite coming to the market back when George W. Bush was still in the White House. It’s quick, smooth, and makes passing or merging a breeze. At the same time, the six-speed transmission does feel pretty old and requires more revs than more modern options.
That age shows up in the way that the Sequoia handles too. Don’t get us wrong, considering its size, it’s better around the bends than one might expect. Nevertheless, it doesn’t have the deft and sophisticated handling abilities of most every other modern SUV in this same class. It leans over pretty hard in turns and when pushed really hard the front tires push through corners fairly easily. At the same time, we like the pedal feedback. Smooth acceleration and braking touch is easy to learn. Towing is made simple thanks to that big engine too.
Towing & Payload
The large SUV will tow a maximum of 7,400-pounds when properly equipped. While it’s a big number, many rivals tow considerably more.
2022 Toyota Sequoia Fuel Economy & MPG
The down side of that big engine is that it gets appalling fuel economy. The EPA estimates that it’ll get 17 mpg on the highway and 13 in the city.
Interior, Comfort, & Cargo Space
Despite a powerhouse that seems timeless sitting under the hood of the Sequoia, the cabin behind it shows its age in just about every way possible. The seats are comfortable and supportive. We even like how adjustable they are. But they look like they belong in a $30,000 budget SUV, not one that costs twice as much. The dash is similarly disappointing. It’s highly functional and it works just fine, but it’s very dated. The plastic materials don’t do it any favors either and this might be the last mainstream vehicle that uses an old-school gear selector pattern.
Still, not everything is a total fail based on age in the Sequoia. It’s supremely spacious and has enough space for adults in all three rows which is rare. For those not transporting that many folks, cargo space is gargantuan too. No, this SUV won’t wow anybody when it comes to features or material quality… but it won’t be uncomfortable either. Ride quality is very good and road noise is kept to a minimum as well. Overall, it’s a decent long-haul road-tripper.
Entertainment & Technology
Toyota doesn’t offer much in the way of modern technology in the Sequoia. The infotainment system is just seven inches from side to side which is smaller than the one you’d find in a Hyundai Elantra. Thankfully, it does come with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Toyota offers a WiFi hotspot as well under a subscription service. It also has a rear seat infotainment system available though we haven’t had a chance to test it. We do know that it runs Blu Ray discs. So call your parents and see if they have any of those still laying around.
Safety Features
One key highlight for the Sequoia is Toyota’s SafetySense advanced driver-assist feature suite. It includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and more. That’s great since so many rivals require buyers to pay extra for the same important features. Neither the IIHS nor the NHTSA has released scores for the 2022 Sequoia.
2022 Toyota Sequoia Trims & Pricing
SR5 – $51,995
Starting out, the Sequoia SR5 comes with 18-inch wheels, tri-zone automatic climate control, a seven-inch infotainment system equipped with Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay, eight speakers, a sunroof, LED headlights, and fog lights. It also gets automatic high beams, forward collision mitigation, lane keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control.
TRD Sport – $54,710
The TRD Sport trim adds 20-inch wheels, sport-tuned Bilstein shocks, stiffer anti-roll bars, second-row captain’s chairs, and black exterior trim.
Limited – $61,015
The Limited Trim gets 20-inch wheels, leather upholstery, navigation, 12 speakers, and heated front seats.
Nightshade – $62,100
The Nightshade gets its own special black 20-inch wheels, second-row captain’s chairs, and dark trim.
TRD Pro – $66,120
Similar to the TRD Sport, the Pro adds real off-road features like Fox shocks, 18-inch BBS wheels, skid plates, and Rigid Industries LED fog lights.
Platinum – $68,045
The Platinum features adaptive shocks, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a 14-speaker JBL audio system, and a rear-seat entertainment center.
Warranties
Toyota covers all routine maintenance on the Sequoia for the first two years or 25,000-miles of ownership. It also offers a Limited warranty that covers the first three years or 36,000-miles and a powertrain warranty that covers five years or 60,000-miles.
What we think
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The 2022 Toyota Sequoia is the very last model year of this generation and that’s a good thing. It’s a passable SUV and the included complimentary maintenance makes it a better deal than the purchase price but a small margin. It can haul people and things in comfort and has great modern safety features. It’s not going to impress when it comes to features but if that’s not what you’re looking for, it might be worth a test-drive.
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