Toyota Sequoia
The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota. The production of the Sequoia began in 2000, with the first generation being launched as a larger alternative to the Toyota 4Runner. Designed primarily for the North American market, it offers substantial seating capacity, typically for seven or eight passengers.
First Generation (2000–2007)
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Production | September 2000 – November 2007 |
Model years | 2001–2007 |
Assembly | United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) |
Designer | Toshihiko Shirasawa (1997)[source?] |
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Related | Toyota Tundra (XK30/XK40) |
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Wheelbase | 118.1 in (3,000 mm) |
Length | 203.9 in (5,179 mm) |
Width | 76.0–78.9 in (1,930–2,004 mm) |
Height | 72.8–76.2 in (1,849–1,935 mm) |
The first-generation Toyota Sequoia was introduced in 2000 and was based on the Toyota Tundra pickup truck platform. It was initially available in two-wheel drive (2WD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) configurations, with a choice of V8 engines. The vehicle featured a spacious three-row interior and was designed to compete with other large SUVs such as the Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe.
Second Generation (2008–2022)
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Model code | XK60 |
Production | November 2007 – March 2022 |
Model years | 2008–2022 |
Assembly | United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) |
Designer | Takumi Nakamura, Takayasu Furukawa, Hideo Karikomi, Jinichi Sato and Kengo Iwanaga[1] |
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Platform | Toyota F1[2] |
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Wheelbase | 122.0 in (3,099 mm) |
Length | 205.1 in (5,210 mm) |
Width | 79.0–79.9 in (2,007–2,029 mm) |
Height | 77.0 in (1,956 mm) |
Curb weight | 5,730 lb (2,599 kg) |
The second-generation Toyota Sequoia was introduced in 2008 and featured a more refined design. It offered improved safety features and more powerful engine options. The standard engine during this generation was a 5.7-liter V8.
Third Generation (2023–Present)
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Model code | XK80 |
Production | September 2022[3][4] – present |
Model years | 2023–present |
Assembly | United States: San Antonio, Texas (TMMTX) |
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Platform | TNGA: GA-F[5] |
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Electric motor | 36 kW (48 hp; 49 PS) L4A0 AC permanent magnet synchronous[6] |
Power output | 437 hp (326 kW; 443 PS) (combined) |
Transmission | 10-speed AWR10L65 "ECTi Direct Shift" automatic |
Hybrid drivetrain | Parallel (i-Force Max) |
Battery | 1.87 kWh, 6.5 Ah, 288 V NiMH |
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Wheelbase | 122.0 in (3,099 mm) |
Length | 208.1 in (5,286 mm) |
Width | 79.6 in (2,022 mm) |
Height | 74.2–77.7 in (1,885–1,974 mm) |
Curb weight | 5,620–6,185 lb (2,549–2,805 kg) |
The third-generation Toyota Sequoia was introduced in 2023, using the same platform as the Toyota Tundra. This model features a hybrid powertrain also It offers driver-assistance systems, a modern interior, and seating for up to eight passengers.
Markets
changeThe Toyota Sequoia is sold in the United States Canada Mexico and Costa Rica and is sold only in left-hand drive configurations,
References
change- ↑ US D570251, Nakamura, Takumi; Furukawa, Takayasu & Karikomi, Hideo et al., "Motor vehicle and/or toy replica thereof", published 2008-06-03, assigned to Toyota Motor Co. Ltd.
- ↑ "AFS AutoForecast Vehicle" (PDF). www.autoevolution.com. November 2022. p. 12.
- ↑ Mendoza-Moyers, Diego (2022-09-21). "San Antonio-built 2023 Toyota Sequoia SUV begins rolling off automaker's South Side production line". San Antonio Express-News. US: Hearst. Retrieved 2022-10-06.
- ↑ "Toyota's San Antonio plant begins production of 2023 all-hybrid Sequoia". Green Car Congress. US: BioAge Group, LLC. 2022-09-22. Retrieved 2022-10-06.
- ↑ Hoffman, Connor (2022-01-26). "2023 Toyota Sequoia Arrives with a Standard Hybrid Powertrain". Car and Driver. US. Retrieved 2022-01-26.
- ↑ "Toyota Hybrid - Transmissions line-up". toyota-club.net. Retrieved 2023-05-30.