What is New With the 2023 Toyota Sequoia?

If you’re looking for a brand new vehicle with a bold presence, you’ll love the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. This full-size SUV balances daring style with maximal comfort. You can also enjoy all the latest technology at your fingertips, including state-of-the-art safety features and advanced entertainment options. Want to know more? We don’t blame you, so we here at Longo Toyota have created a review of all the new features you can look forward to with the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. 

Interior

The interior of the 2023 Toyota Sequoia is spacious, with seating for seven to eight people and a sizable cargo hold, perfect for a large family or group of friends. The second-row seats come in either bench or captain’s style reclining chairs. In the third row, you’ll find the exclusive Sequoia sliding row with an adjustable cargo shelf system, which allows the seats to slide six inches to adjust spacing. Both the second and third-row seats can fold forward to allow more space for cargo, so you’ll have no trouble fitting everything needed for even the most equipment-heavy trip. 

If you’re looking for luxury, you won’t be disappointed. You can select the available leather-trimmed seating with heated and ventilated options for the first and second rows. You can also opt for a panoramic moonroof, which you activate with the push of a button, to enjoy the beauty of nature above you as you soar across the country on your adventures. 

Exterior

Exterior color options for the new Sequoia have increased from the six available for the 2022 model to 11 for the 2023 model. These include white, wind chill pearl, lunar rock, celestial silver metallic, magnetic gray metallic, army green, midnight black metallic, blueprint blue, smoked mesquite, and supersonic red. If you choose the TRD Pro trim, you can also access the exclusive solar octane orange. 

The design of this SUV is big and bold. You’ll radiate power as you roll down the highway in this towering car with a wide, squat stance perfect for off-roading. The front features a black and silver grille and a dark tinted windshield. Silver front and rear bumpers also add to the bold 2023 Sequoia look. In the back, take advantage of the hands-free liftgate that allows you to open the trunk via a motion-activated foot sensor so you can load in your gear with ease. 

Trims

The new Sequoia has distilled the number of available trim levels. The 2022 model is available in six trims: the SR5, TRD Sport, Limited, Nightshade Edition, Platinum, and TRD Pro. On the other hand, the 2023 model comes in the SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and the Capstone trims. The different trims all feature unique styles and comfort elements. If you’re looking for a comprehensive option with plenty of pizazz, the SR5, and Limited trims are excellent choices. The TRD Pro, meanwhile, is perfect for adventurers, and those seeking interior luxury might enjoy the Platinum or Capstone trims. 

The TRD Pro also has several exterior features that make it a particularly exciting choice. You can enjoy the style and protection of a quarter-inch aluminum TRD front skid plate, the power of 18-inch TRD alloy wheels, and a wide stance that makes it an ideal off-roading vehicle. Alternatively, the brand new Capstone trim level offers the most luxurious Sequoia experience yet. This includes semi-aniline leather-trimmed seats in an exclusively black and white, dual-tone color scheme. It is also the first Toyota Sequoia to offer 22-inch chrome wheels. 

Power and Performance

This vehicle boasts a 437-horsepower 3.5-liter i-FORCE MAX twin-turbo hybrid engine with 583 pound-feet of torque and a maximum towing limit of 9,000 pounds. This adds a significant amount of power over the 2022’s 381-horsepower 5.7-liter i-FORCE V-8 engine, which has a towing capacity of 7,400 pounds. While either model is certainly powerful, the 2023 might give you just the boost you’ve been craving. Whether you’re looking for a vehicle that can handle family road trips or solo off-road adventuring, you won’t be disappointed by the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. 

The new model also features a boxed frame and a contemporary chassis that provides the structure and comfort necessary for such power. New laser welding technology allows for a design that is more rigid yet more comfortable than ever before. It also offers state-of-the-art suspension and steering for a smooth driving experience. Also new with the 2023 model is the option to select your own drive mode. You can choose Eco, Normal, or Sport, depending on your driving conditions. 

Technology

The multimedia touch-screen display has grown from 7 inches in the 2022 Sequoia to 8 inches in the 2023 model. There is also an available 14-inch touch-screen display as well as a 10-inch head-up display that projects information directly onto the windshield for those looking for a striking technological advancement. You can enable voice commands for a truly hands-free entertainment experience. Just say, “Hey Toyota” to activate GPS directions, skip songs, increase or decrease audio volume, or change the climate control settings. 

In addition, the 2023 Toyota Sequoia offers an available trailer backup guide with a straight path assist that can make towing easier than ever before. 

Safety

The safety features in the 2023 Toyota Sequoia are the Sense 2.5 System shared between all Sequoia grades. They include a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection that can sense bikers, oncoming cars, and even pedestrians in low light. Drivers can also rely on emergency steering assistance technology, dynamic radar cruise control, a lane departure alert, a road sign assist system, and automatic high beams to help keep you safe at night. Furthermore, there is a blind spot monitoring system, a parking assist system, and backup cameras to help you park safely. 

The all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia will be available for the first time in the summer of 2022. If you’re interested in being one of the first people to drive the Sequoia, be sure to reserve yours today. Want to compare the 2023 Sequoia to other exciting new vehicles? Check out our inventory of new vehicles, then stop by our El Monte dealership for a test drive. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Our friendly staff can answer all your new car purchase questions.

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