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2008 Toyota Sequoia
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Toyota Sequoia - What the Auto Press Says
The 2008 Toyota Sequoia is redesigned for 2008 with more powerful engines and larger size.
Reviewers are happy to find the redesign of the 2008 Toyota Sequoia included work on the engine, which is now more powerful than ever. The downside? The fuel economy for the Sequoia is just average for the class, which means it's not very fuel efficient at all. But, buyers who fear pain at the pump and opt for smaller cars will miss out on the Sequoia's large seating, cargo and towing capacities. Still, the 2008 Sequoia's performance leaves something to be desired. Many auto critics found the handling sloppy, the ride rough and the brake pedal squishy. Others couldn't find anything -- good or bad -- to make the 2008 Toyota Sequoia stand out in a competitive class.
- "We can certainly see how a big, active family could embrace the Sequoia's room and huge towing capacity, and if one of these vehicles were to show up again at the office during auto-racing season, count on its being signed out every weekend. But the vast majority of our day-to-day tasks could be handled easily by Toyota's less-enormous offerings, such as the Highlander and 4Runner." -- Car and Driver
- "Perhaps the way to regard the Sequoia isn't as a grander SUV but rather as an alternative to a motorhome, with space for eight family members and every convenience but beds." -- Automobile Magazine
- "The Sequoia is a bland-looking, gargantuan, comfortable SUV with a five-star engine, a two-star interior and lousy handling dynamics. In Toyota's quest to become like Ford and GM, they've become just like Ford and GM." -- The Truth About Cars
- "On the road, nothing negative or positive makes it stand out much versus the class-leading Tahoe. Ride is cushy for comfort and confidence, not handling. The feminine steering and carlike turning radius has its psychological effects; Sequoia feels smaller than Tundra, and than it is, except in its fuel economy." -- Motor Trend
- Four Wheeler notes "this new super-sizer is every bit a match for GM's Tahoe/Yukon and Ford's Expedition." -- Four Wheeler Magazine
Sequoia Performance - NA
The 2008 Toyota Sequoia has powerful engine options that please most reviewers. On the other hand, the Sequoia's lackluster handling and spongy brakes are often cited as disappointments. "Alas, there's no BMW temperament hidden under the Sequoia's size-48L jacket. The seats are soft, the power steering is calibrated to preempt soccer-mom complaints, and the brake pedal feels like a Nerf ball," says Automobile Magazine. Read More
Sequoia Exterior - NA
Reviewers don't have much to say about the 2008 Toyota Sequoia's looks. Those that do mention the large SUV's appearance say it doesn't stand out. The Truth About Cars calls the exterior design "pastiche without panache, a me-too shape that displays the same lack of originality that's helped propel other Toyota models to stellar sales success." Read More
Sequoia Interior - NA
While the 2008 Toyota Sequoia gets praise for interior space and comfort, even in the third row, which most reviewers say is the best in the class. "The Sequoia is one of the roomiest eight-passenger SUVs you'll find, even in the third row: There's only 1.1 fewer inches of legroom than in the second row, and about an inch less headroom and shoulder room," says Car and Driver. Read More
Sequoia Safety - NA
The 2008 Toyota Sequoia does well in government crash tests, earning five out of five stars for driver protection in front crashes, and a four-star rollover rating. "Safety features abound, all standard. They include front-seat side airbags, three-row curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes with brake force distribution and brake assist, and stability control," reports Car and Driver. Read More
Sequoia Reliability - NA
The Sequoia comes with a five-year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Read More
