2023 Toyota Sequoia: A very serious competitor to the Tahoe & Yukon!

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MotoMan heads to Monterey for an early look at the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. Once there, he learns the 2022 Toyota Tundra based all new Toyota Sequoia takes the forgotten full size SUV from an also ran to something that looks to take on the Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon . . . but in a different way.
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@bradulovic82 2 жыл бұрын

That TRD Pro looks awesome, like it was built to take a beating and still get the job done. Looks much better than the new Land Cruiser, in my opinion.

@user-xf4ib6ko4m 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a soft Ford Expedition version of the land cruiser

@patoman9147 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe better than the base version, but the gr sport lc300 is pretty damn attractive

@stephenmurdoch2970 2 жыл бұрын

Not against a real Land Cruiser.

@fredmagic09 2 жыл бұрын

Damn I like the new Land Cruiser...

@bradulovic82 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like I have offended every Land Cruiser fan with my statement. Guys, Land Cruiser is a great car, I never said it wasn't. I just like this one more.

@slscamg 2 жыл бұрын

Being GMs are dropping valves and don’t come with heated seats, this blows them out of the water. Plus it looks very nice.

@mdk7376 2 жыл бұрын

You can get heated seats in both. Try again

@dr.emilschaffhausen4683 2 жыл бұрын

Standard?

@Wolfgangersen 2 жыл бұрын

@@mdk7376 not the LS trim level for Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban

@CP-kb1du 2 жыл бұрын

@@mdk7376 Toyota does need heated seats to Blow GMC out the water ..key to the ignition Toyota Reliability does ... Try Try Again Timberlake ..

@vinilv1 2 жыл бұрын

The third row on this “new generation” doesn’t come close to GM or Ford. Waste of time.

@40newflyer 2 жыл бұрын

TRD is smoking hot! Heritage TOYOTA badge should be standard for all of their trucks.

@harbinger9913 2 жыл бұрын

I am a dedicated GM fan. This will be my next vehicle. The sequoia has honestly been outperforming the Yukon and Suburban for years but it looked like a minivan. This update is what it needed. I'm all in on this one.

@warriorplutotrent3827 2 жыл бұрын

Outperform?🤣 how and on what area lol you have to be joking

@harbinger9913 2 жыл бұрын

@@warriorplutotrent3827 Better over all quality, better longevity and reliability, same towing capacity, same mileage, same utility, better off road capability, cheaper price. Where do you think the suburban beats it?

@sixmadpotters9355 2 жыл бұрын

For families we need a sequoia xl! We need the seating but we also need that space behind the 3rd row. If it had that, I would buy it 100 times over a Yukon or Suburban

@origamioutlaww5056 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. 5 kids and two dogs would be a challenge for me with that third row and limited rear end cargo space.

@MrGmilton 2 жыл бұрын

I highly doubt it, at around 8700 sold last year it doesn’t sell enough to warrant two lengths. Sharing the platform over 4 vehicles should help cut costs so maybe if it sell well enough in the next few years there might be a chance.

@arhamkhakwani5851 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrGmilton Mike Sweers said that due to supply chain issues, they wanted to have one but they couldn't.

@conditionone2320 2 жыл бұрын

The editing on this is outstanding! I like all the cuts on movement, and the b-roll footage showing us details/x-rays as you're talking about the different features. I'm very glad I watched this, and now I'm curious about the Sequoia

@MotoManTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you . . . Huge thanks for Scott for the excellent handheld camera work.

@conditionone2320 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotoManTV Yep, the handheld photography is very good as well! The camera moves into some nice compositions, the exposure on the interiors is very good, and even things like handling the third row test with modesty, or catching a nice lens flare are things that contribute to a high quality production.

@brianhedrick6903 2 жыл бұрын

I own a 2019 and love it. Already planning on getting the TRD Pro. The Sequoia is more than capable of competing with any of the full size American SUVs.

@skygrey7237 2 жыл бұрын

They need to make a longer version to compete with the suburban and the expedition EL.

@XxXxXBig 2 жыл бұрын

New Toyota design team -language top notch. Tundra looking amazing as well. Trd pro

@thereissomecoolstuff 2 жыл бұрын

The "YO" machines of the past. Only from motoman. Solid review of a prototype.

@trewilliams54321 2 жыл бұрын

That Capstone model is GORGEOUS 🤤🤤🤤…AND…it has Toyota reliability!! Sign me up🥶

@sunnyyau6950 2 жыл бұрын

As a Toyota Sequoia owner the front interior upgrades look great. However, that rear shelf system and the elimination of the signature rear lift gate power window have removed a ton of functionality for the vehicle. Bad news for pet owners and folks who wish to haul long cargo. Why mess with a good thing??

@AyEasy 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed thats 1 feature i thought they would keep as a signature look. I just hate they didn't put a button on the key fob for up and down.

@KG49 2 жыл бұрын

The additions and improvements far outweigh your gripes. The rear seats fold down so its no issue for most pets and I don't think a Sequoia is commonly used for hauling extra long cargo.

@Ryan2022 2 жыл бұрын

@@KG49 They don’t fold down flat and the shelf system looks more like a bother than anything else. The presence of the hybrid battery under the floor in the rear has severely compromised the cargo space of this particular vehicle. Contrary to the belief of people who live in Europe or dense cities in the United States plenty of people actually use these type of vehicles for all manner of transport including pets in cages camping gear sports gear and many other activities. I am looking at a full-size SUV but I would be hesitant to purchase one like this for the type of money one needs to spend and then for the times you need all of the utility it’s not there

@stuartraydroge5021 2 жыл бұрын

@@KG49 you obviously aren't apart of the Sequoia groups I'm in and definitely don't own a 1st or 2nd gen Sequoia

@KG49 2 жыл бұрын

@@stuartraydroge5021 Sequoia groups? Are you like 16? That has nothing to do with what I stated. Overall the 2023 Sequoia is a significantly better and improved vehicle in almost every aspect. You can cling on to your old Sequoia and "groups" as much as you want.

@jlo6388 2 жыл бұрын

Base Sequoia now is 52k, I hope this starts similar. Yukons are ridiculous now

@danhjelholt5262 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job, fun & entertaining.

@tharrison31 2 жыл бұрын

Love the this Sequoia, but don't understand why Toyota wouldn't make this a true full size SUV. The trunk space is no bigger than a 4Runner or Highlander with the 3rd seat in position.

@PushinP911 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@markphils896 2 жыл бұрын

MAN I CHECKED OUT THE GRAND WAGONEER AND IS A LOVELY SUV FOR FAMILIES

@denirobernard9745 2 жыл бұрын

Insanely accurate. If they fix just that one issue, they will murder the competition

@Thamac15 2 жыл бұрын

Because the demand and desire for full size SUV’s are continuing to decrease. People aren’t wanting a giant suv anymore.

@andyleo8418 2 жыл бұрын

It needs to be a little longer. Or they need to have a longer model like Ford and GM has. "Sequoia L" or something.

@zachg9065 2 жыл бұрын

This looks great!

@yurichannart1592 2 жыл бұрын

I was seriously looking at the new GM Yukon Denali, but after reading the reviews and CR rating of 1 out of 5 reliability scale, it was DOA. I wouldn't pay 80K for a SUV for that rating. I don't think there is any comparison between this new Toyota Sequoia 2023 and the GM Tahoe or Yukon. Just wish that the new Sequoia got a little more trunk space.

@esteban75lover23 2 жыл бұрын

I really think this tops out the Tahoe. Maybe not the Denali though.

@tommy516 2 жыл бұрын

As long as you don’t have dogs. The rear cargo area in this is a joke, this coming from someone with a 19 sequoia which 66 cubic ft of space with the third row down.

@jerryding6190 2 жыл бұрын

@@tommy516 I was soo diappointed when I saw this new Sequoia. They didn't give the numbers yet, but the spec of the 2023 model would be more similar to a land cruiser than Sequoia. The trunk space is a joke, with 2nd row doesn't slide. It compromises 3rd row passanger's leg room, which cuts in to the trunk space. The only reason people would pick this over a Tahoe, would be due to Toyota's reliability.

@jerryding6190 2 жыл бұрын

Now with the hybrid battery installed, and second row not being able to slide, the space would be much less compared to a Yukon or a Taheo.

@chudson4500 2 жыл бұрын

Unless you plan on keeping The vehicle passed 100,000 mi. I really wouldn't even worry about reliability scale because everything is covered under warranty , and that's why you pay for an extended warranty.

@ericrenteria2756 2 жыл бұрын

The fact that the rear seats don't fold down flat would be an issue for my dog jumping up into the rig. That cavity would catch his front legs and maybe trip him up to get all the way inside the cargo area...I'd have to bring him to the dealer to check this out first hand. Not really dealing with that issue on the Tahoe/Yukon because of the Independent Rear Suspension since the seat fold down position matches the floor. Hmmmm...something to consider I'd say

@edysinsimon8646 2 жыл бұрын

Speaking of severed legs...How's the legs post accident? You certainly have worked hard at over coming that incident. BRAVO!

@noelsilva8887 2 жыл бұрын

It does look nice especially in that red. Sweet ride

@you4sure 2 жыл бұрын

We need a sequoia XL or suburban on a mass volume trim like the limited and SR5.

@Shane23Armada 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB KEVIN, ON THE NEW SEQUOIA. THIS IS MORE BEAUTIFUL AN LOOKS TOUGHER THAN ANY OTHER SUV OUT THERE.

@SanfordandDaughter 2 жыл бұрын

Damn Toyota did a wonderful job with the styling! Seriously thinking of buying

@DariusJones05 2 жыл бұрын

I just wish they made an extended model to compete with the suburban. Need more space behind the 3rd row. Love this redesign, just wish it would work for my needs 😭

@daniellemartini6411 2 жыл бұрын

I know! If they would’ve made it useful behind 3rd row, they’d have had me sold

@SteveBoyer10 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! I want to want it, but it’s so useless in the rear if you have more than 4 or 5 passengers, which we have full time.

@brianhawk1854 2 жыл бұрын

I won't buy another suburban

@Pengo64436 2 жыл бұрын

Im with you , i need more cargo room , I really really hope Toyota wales up and hears us all, make an extended version

@orr989 2 жыл бұрын

nice but the fact that the backseats don’t fold down completely flat is a deal breaker for me. Rather get Ford Expedition, Tahoe or Yukon.

@alwayne5932 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah motorman…Toyota really knock e’m out the box with this (SEQUOIA)the styling & design is nice..I luv it 👍🏾

@MotoManTV 2 жыл бұрын

Funny, inside Toyota they don't even think this will come close to the volumes of the Tahoe/Yukon . . . but I think they are wrong. If they had the capacity, they could go toe to toe.

@WatchMeEDC 2 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome. TRD FTW! I’m in market for this exact vehicle type and the new Sequoia is now at top of the top of my list. Can’t wait to see it in person.

@melodik6034 2 жыл бұрын

man love it! will be upgrading from a telluride when this baby gets released!

@yahsetthecreator 2 жыл бұрын

This really stand out! Grate job Toyota

@sethbranam9068 2 жыл бұрын

Love the TRD Pro version. That would be my choice. I totally would choose it over the Ford or GM product line. Great video, as always.

@depecheddurand 2 жыл бұрын

Plus you get toyota`s reliability which is the biggest selling point.I`m hearing about ford explorer`s issues right after 2k miles and they charge 50k+ for that.

@mahlok8210 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota durable...

@MrBabson001 2 жыл бұрын

I am pleasantly surprised by this new sequoia. Looks really good

@selec21 2 жыл бұрын

There is no competitor, Toyota is simply the BEST !

@saleen12 2 жыл бұрын

They look incredible, I want one, but I know they will be crazy expensive

@Cleo-ix2kd 2 жыл бұрын

Such a good job with design 🤩

@vishalchand9109 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@spirtjunkie3996 2 жыл бұрын

That looks badass

@mrlord8657 2 жыл бұрын

I love the capstone trim.

@danieljames5172 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the TRD Pro version!!! I currently have a Palisade Calligraphy which is my price range for now. Hopefully I'll be able to upgrade in the upcoming years. Well done Toyota 👏

@sindinero75 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in love !!!

@panagiotisf7228 2 жыл бұрын

Tfl and moto man in one place dope.

@6806goats1 2 жыл бұрын

TRD Pro could work for my Overland rig but I'd be paying big bucks for items I'd want to remove, like very nice but expensive leather seats. Sell or store i guess, one man does not make a market. I had forgotten just how much I enjoy your videos over the years. I better hit that bell. Great work, thanks!

@idlpc 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I am amazed with the video, it answers alot of questions, just curious can we order a bench in capstone model for the 8th passenger?? please advice.

@MogulFarmer 2 жыл бұрын

I just saw this at Barrett Jackson. It does look like a mash up between a Tundra and a Tahoe and an Expedition. With Toyota’s quality reputation I think Toyota will sell lots of these.

@russwlsimmons 2 жыл бұрын

I love this new look!!. I would Have a hard time choosing between luxury n the TRD

@ArjunGMenon 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@greg.anywhere 2 жыл бұрын

Ultimate road trip vehicle.

@caseydog237 2 жыл бұрын

Both cars are very nice looking. Way better than any other three row. Telluride is close, but clearly not on the same level. I couldn’t imagine taking one of those off-road. They are HUGE

@channelnamehere4065 2 жыл бұрын

24/22. Got it. Thanks for accidentally spilling Tundra hybrid MPG.

@curiosityredpill7030 2 жыл бұрын

Trd exterior and capstone interior i would want!

@lorenzo5123 2 жыл бұрын

My growing family is planning on getting one. Looks really good design. Good job Toyota 👏 👍

@dwalker112 2 жыл бұрын

It’s absolutely beautiful 😍

@velboone6041 2 жыл бұрын

I love the Capstone.. ❤

@TheMarkdick 2 жыл бұрын

Does anybody know if you can remove the third row seats if you want to for more room storage

@soulshunter87 2 жыл бұрын

serious competitor indeed, however, I have a lot of question regarding the "only hybrid" version available. I heard the spares aren't cheap compared to its competitors too.

@rom7songs 2 жыл бұрын

this guy is slamming doors like its friday !!! XDD

@superfly4137 2 жыл бұрын

Hands down the trd pro. 🔥. Bro finally hats off to the design engineers. No more boring designs. The older last gen sequoia was ugly in my opinion.

@hellonwheels1332 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure that hybrid sounds amazing!

@ericvonwiegen5672 2 жыл бұрын

I like it 👍👍

@MegaRetr Жыл бұрын

I love the look of the new Tundra and Sequoia.

@uz1144 2 жыл бұрын

Why isn’t anyone talking about how its not full time 4wd?

@ronneypridgon9919 2 жыл бұрын

Love the design! Miss the rear roll-down window. I beg Toyota to offer 8 seats on upper trims!!!

@things4yougaming723 2 жыл бұрын

Sequoia always been a competitive with Tahoe

@jays9211 2 жыл бұрын

Great looking truck!

@EmilsanP 2 жыл бұрын

Love them

@tb693ny6 2 жыл бұрын

Capstone straight FIRE 🔥

@PatrickVo_613 2 жыл бұрын

I love the look of the new Sequoia. I was going to buy the Tundra but now I think I have second thought.

@timw2083 2 жыл бұрын

The Sequoia looks great now!!! I've never said that before, hats of Toyota

@mskizzsogood5929 2 жыл бұрын

Omg. I'm getting this..

@Pengo64436 2 жыл бұрын

Im a Toyota man because of quality and reliability, I just sold my 2003 Sequoia we’ve had since new, only complaint was when i had 7 adults and each one had a suitcase theres little room in the back for cargo space.Toyota designers should really consider a suburban sized Sequoia.

@operationhotshotinc.6887 2 жыл бұрын

I love it

@dennispeery5166 2 жыл бұрын

Very much appreciate the review, and its a great looking vehicle, but it drives me nuts that we have to wait so long for full specs and a driving video.

@MotoManTV 2 жыл бұрын

Don't hate the player, hate the game:)

@dennispeery5166 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotoManTV Ha! Not blaming you at all, I enjoy your reviews and it was nice to see the Capstone up close. I’m anxious to see it in person. Spec wise, I’d imagine it’s fairly close to the outgoing model.

@wfigueroa1 2 жыл бұрын

I have this feeling it's going to be a waiting list of about a year, mostly the TRD Pro, but Toyota is going to have 4 trim levels, so pick and choose.

@drakedrake8405 2 жыл бұрын

Wow nice design well done toyota sequoia

@tommieboi707 2 жыл бұрын

You definitely made your cameraman work lol!! Always on the move haha. I currently have the Highlander. Only thing I don't like about this new Sequoia is the 3rd row and trunk. I think the Highlander does a better job with that part of the vehicle. Maybe we need a Sequoia xl??

@MotoManTV 2 жыл бұрын

Scott is a pro!

@alwaysiyi272 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this, the 3rd row thing isn’t as bad as everyone is making it seem, I quite like the sliding 3rd row

@slowsleeper550 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Most seem to be comparing both the third row and trunk space to s Suburban or Expedition Max just as they are comparing the Tundra to 3/4 an 1 ton competitors.

@ChiefComplaintX 2 жыл бұрын

Kevin, Good job! Now lets see if i can afford my dream suv

@HoloHoloAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Nice 😊

@jstead22 2 жыл бұрын

I believe I love (nearly) everything about it, except the price. But why are not more people commenting on the third row seats that do not fold flat? For me this seems like a big issue. Maybe it means just having to see it in person.

@Ryan2022 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a major drawback. I’ve been driving Toyotas since the year 2000 and they are great. That doesn’t mean they are perfect. the placement of the Hybrid battery along with Hey solid rear axle appears to have severely compromised the rear cargo area.

@ttinnovations3310 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job Toyota !!! Sequoia looks GREAT !!!

@kaiknehans7022 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous, absolutely love the style, looks, and the asthetic, I would say it would be even more amazing if they didn’t price match the competition and beat there prices, now they’d make some money

@shilokominarek1884 2 жыл бұрын

Love the look especially the TRD version

@AlexGarcia-ur4hj 2 жыл бұрын

I love the looks of this vehicle. Everything from the exterior, the interior, and let’s not forget the fact that it’s TOYOTA, makes me love it even more. However, the previous generation could fit an adult comfortable in the third row, not as comfortable as an Expedition, but comfortable. The access to the third row was also easier. Other than that, beautiful suv.

@JoseFernandez-wu8pj 2 жыл бұрын

Si you love the joke a trunk is has? I hate that shit

@hectorrivera6624 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoseFernandez-wu8pj Remove the rear seats son. Problem solved. Or get a mini van.

@JoseFernandez-wu8pj 2 жыл бұрын

@@hectorrivera6624 agreed

@JoseFernandez-wu8pj 2 жыл бұрын

@@hectorrivera6624 A minivan like the new Sienna costa like $20,000 less then this Sequoia and has a bigger trunk, more internal space and has better MPGS

@zamfully 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice design. If I didn’t own an fj I would definitely buy one.

@charliewilson3528 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great. Maybe have more hybrid systems.

@11563Ducati 2 жыл бұрын

I'v been waiting for this since 2008... never liked the gen2's. Love the look and hybrid! Awesome

@Toyota4Life 2 жыл бұрын

Holy fuck that’s good looking. This is rare I want TWO models of one vehicle but the TRD pro and CAPSTONE are both sick and I need both

@illuminaughty2929 2 жыл бұрын

Why does the rear suspension have a solid axle?

@MotoManTV 2 жыл бұрын

Something to ask Mike Sweers.

@dimav975 2 жыл бұрын

This a fuck-up same as part-time 4wd

@PaulCuenin 2 жыл бұрын

I think this will be great. Looking forward to seeing mpg numbers.

@imnotusingmyrealname4566 2 жыл бұрын

It will be 20-21MPG

@mattb1370 2 жыл бұрын

Love the new look.

@CJ-zz9ts 2 жыл бұрын

Any idea if Toyota has sorted out the turbo wastegate issue on this new powerplant with Tundra?

@MrGmilton 2 жыл бұрын

Great question not many people seem to know about that, and it’s a very big issue right now

@blueryxfalls7949 2 жыл бұрын

Those guys from Michigan must be seething rn

@klaymoon1 2 жыл бұрын

That TRD looks like money.

@aurorajones8481 2 жыл бұрын

10:00 LC500!!!!! YES give to meeeeee.

@buzzlight-year4824 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a seat adjustment in front passenger? Great review thou👍

@soiceyboy33 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting that Toyota chose to keep the Sequoia nameplate over the Land Cruiser. I feel like the land cruiser name holds so more weight and has a loyal following. I get that they couldn’t keep both vehicles since they sort of compete with each other, but now the Sequoia is now priced in Land cruiser territory. To me, they should’ve just called this the new Land Cruiser and get rid of the Sequoia nameplate

@02hreblue30 2 жыл бұрын

Land Cruisers are smaller and more rare. Never been the same vehicle

@John_Hoover 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota has kept both vehicles. The Land Cruiser still exists and a new one is being released, just not in North America. Naming it a Land Cruiser would not only be confusing, it would be inaccurate.

@soiceyboy33 2 жыл бұрын

@@John_Hoover I see what you're saying, it could potentially get confusing

@rushtonsedberryjr.3765 2 жыл бұрын

It's still a minivan with a v-6. Sequoia are minivans.

@arhamkhakwani5851 2 жыл бұрын

@@rushtonsedberryjr.3765 Even the Expedition??? Besides most competitors are moving towards V6s

@marcnobel3938 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly those models are not available here in Europe. The Truck looks really nice - especially the TRD Version.

@rightlanehog3151 2 жыл бұрын

Tragically, we can't buy a GR Yaris , 2 door Land Cruiser Prado, Corolla Estate, Yaris or Yaris Cross that are all available in Europe.

@imjustnotsure1885 2 жыл бұрын

That front grill looks ridiculous. That rear storage area would be very difficult to load something in ( like a chair, which I have put into my 2019, easily) and difficult for dogs to leap into. Those rear seats being higher like that would probably not allow a 6' teenager to sit comfortably.