Latest Toyota Sequoia set to hit the streets

 


The all-new Toyota Sequoia has always been a full-size vehicle and is set to hit the streets of Ghana with its three-row SUV based on the platform of the Tundra pickup truck.

The latest 2023 model of this astonishing huge vehicle doesn’t change the generation of the new models as seen of the very past type. The new model of this Toyota brand is far more modern than the outdated second-generation Sequoia it replaces, which has been around for more than a decade.

The new Sequoia comes standard with the Tundra’s iForce MAX hybrid powertrain, which combines a 3.4-liter V-6 engine with an electric motor for a total of 437 horsepower. Inside, it offers a large touchscreen with the latest software, along with a spacious cabin with seating for up to eight passengers. This should make the Sequoia more competitive.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Sequoia comes standard with the iForce MAX hybrid powertrain that’s optional in the Tundra pickup. This powertrain is comprised of a twin-turbo 3.4-litre V-6 engine and an electric motor that produce a total of 437 hp and 583 pound-feet of torque. The Tundra’s 10-speed automatic transmission carries over to the Sequoia SUV as well. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with four-wheel drive optional on most versions—and standard on the off-road-oriented TRD Pro model. The TRD Pro also comes with off-road equipment such as upgraded shocks, a front skid plate, a locking rear differential, and different 18-inch wheels.

Fuel economy

The new Sequoia will offer a huge fuel-efficiency boost over the Tundra’s nonhybrid powertrain, which is rated at up to 20 mpg combined. When we get our hands on the Sequoia, we’ll run it on our real-world 75-mph highway fuel economy test. This is a much-awaited moment to hop and feel the Toyota Sequoia.

Interior, Comfort and the Cargo

The Sequoia has been large and this new model set to hit town is large and spacious and its interior continues in this new generation, with a third row of seats as standard equipment. A second-row bench setup with eight-passenger capacity is standard, with optional second-row captain’s chairs reducing the number of seats to seven. With a wide range of trim levels available, the interior trimmings run the gamut from cloth to leather upholstery and varying levels of wood and chrome trim as you walk up the price ladder. Higher trim levels offer features including heated and cooled second-row seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a premium stereo system.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The old Sequoia’s dated touchscreen setup has been swapped out for the large 14.0-inch touchscreen found in the Tundra. This screen comes standard on all but the base SR5 and will use Toyota’s latest infotainment software, which offers all manner of smartphone-mirroring and other connectivity options including a Wi-Fi hotspot and various music-streaming options.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

All of the Sequoia’s available driver-assistance features come standard across the board. Key safety features include: Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking, Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist plus Standard adaptive cruise control.


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