2014 Toyota Sequoia Review - The 2014 Toyota Sequoia ranks 2 out of 8 Affordable Large SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of published reviews and test drives of the Toyota Sequoia, as well as reliability and safety data.
With its refined ride and spacious cabin, automotive journalists say the 2014 Toyota Sequoia is a good choice for families who have to haul a lot of people and gear.
The 2014 Sequoia features a V8 engine that reviewers agree is refined and delivers plenty of power. That engine is matched with a six-speed automatic transmission that test drivers say offers quick, smooth shifts. The Sequoia gets an EPA-estimated 13/17 mpg city/highway, which is poor for a large SUV and much less than what most three-row crossovers get. With its truck-based frame and a maximum towing capacity of 7,400 pounds, critics think the Sequoia is a strong towing vehicle, though it can’t tow as much as rivals like the Chevrolet Suburban or the Ford Expedition. Reviewers agree that the 2014 Sequoia has a very comfortable ride, especially when equipped with the optional air suspension system. Many also think the Sequoia handles well for a large SUV, though some complain about numb steering and body lean in corners.
Automotive journalists say the 2014 Toyota Sequoia has a well-built interior, although some say that the design isn’t that interesting or luxurious. Reviewers say the front seats have good legroom and the second row, which features individually reclining and sliding seats, holds three adults comfortably. Several test drivers note that the third-row seats are adult-friendly, which is a rare compliment for the class. Cargo space is ample, and easy to expand thanks to fold-flat second- and third-row seats. The Toyota Sequoia comes standard with a power-adjustable driver’s seat, tri-zone automatic climate control and Entune Audio Plus, which features a touch-screen interface, Bluetooth phone and music streaming, a USB port and HD Radio. Options include a power liftgate, navigation and a rear-seat Blu-Ray entertainment system. The Sequoia also has several optional safety and driver assistance features, including front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
