Pics of the new '08 Toyota Sequoia

(tommyg) · (tommyg) **Join Date: Apr 2002** 11-15-2007, 11:58 AM

This truck was unveiled yesterday at the LA Auto Show. From the initial comments i'm seeing, people either seem to love it or hate it. I think it's actually a really sharp looking truck. The styling's not "avante guarde", but Toyota styling never is. A few of the nice differentiators that come standard or as option on this thing:

-independent front & rear suspension
-bluetooth (I point out b/c it's not on the GM full size utes, which sucks)
-heated and ventilated seats
-the 5.7 liter motor an 6 speed tranny from the Tundra
-adjustable second row seats (love this feature)
-10k towing capability
-fold flat 2nd and 3rd rows

Downside is that Toyota quality ratings have definitely taken a hit the past year or so, and th Tundra had some definite issues.

I'm looking forward to checking it out at the SF Auto Show next week. Pricing not yet available...

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=123421?tid=edmunds.il.home.photopanel..2.*#18

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(scott_a) · (scott_a) **Join Date: Dec 2002** 11-15-2007, 12:42 PM

I think I saw this on the road yesterday in the San Jose area? It was either this, or a newly redesigned Highlander or 4Runner. The rear end looked like it would fit the design of this Sequoia, though. Looked pretty good whatever it was, but I didn't get too good of a look at it.

(kcampos) · (kcampos) **Join Date: Jul 2007** 11-15-2007, 12:50 PM

wasn't the Sequoia they don't even get to the dealers until end of December early January. They don't even have prices available yet or anything

(polarbill) · (polarbill) **Join Date: Jun 2003** 11-15-2007, 12:54 PM

That looks awesome. I really like the leather to. Peanut Butter on the inside, outside jelly.

(denverd1)

looks good! bet it will pull like a champ with new engine and tranny.

Platinum trim is a little over the top, but I'm sure they'll sell.

(05mobiuslsv) · (05mobiuslsv) **Join Date: Apr 2006** 11-15-2007, 1:24 PM

I definetely like the interior, looks really nice..

(migs)

wonder how much the butt will sag with the boat on tow? Always fugly.

(05mobiuslsv) · (05mobiuslsv) **Join Date: Apr 2006** 11-15-2007, 1:41 PM

I know I hate saggy butts too.

(denverd1)

droopy asses?

"towing capacity" went up to 10,000 elbows. independent susp tho...

i think she'll be solid.

(insuranceman) · (insuranceman) **Join Date: Jun 2005** 11-15-2007, 1:58 PM

i look forward to seeing one.

(tommyg) · (tommyg) **Join Date: Apr 2002** 11-15-2007, 2:21 PM

air suspension for the rear is an option, standard in at least the platinum level, possibly the Limited too. Not sure on that one.

(flux) · (flux) **Join Date: Jun 2003** 11-15-2007, 2:21 PM

Toyota hits the big truck market right before it hits the toilet!!

(pilot_ryder) · (pilot_ryder) **Join Date: Apr 2006** 11-15-2007, 3:02 PM

I like it, think it looks really sharp. since the tundra is supposedly having a diesel then could there be a chance that this might have it also? that would be killer

(epic_peachland)

scott a u probably saw the new landcruiser.

(azpowerhouse) · (azpowerhouse) **Join Date: Jul 2007** 11-15-2007, 10:44 PM

Looks like a durango...o wait, the new tundra looks like the ram......Whats new? I will never buy a toyota, unless it is a supra.

(srock) · (srock) **Join Date: Mar 2002** 11-16-2007, 5:31 AM

There are sightings of this vehicle all over the place so you probably did see one. They have a ride leveling system for Toyota's always sagging butt. I like this one but diesel I would love.

(seattle) · (seattle) **Join Date: Mar 2002** 11-16-2007, 6:31 AM

Interior looks like the it's from a seventies Volvo.

(woreout) · (woreout) **Join Date: Aug 2006** 11-17-2007, 11:07 AM

I'm with Jason on this one. The Sequoia looks like a big bloated Durango and the Tundra looks like a Ram. Blah !!!

(attila916) · (attila916) **Join Date: Oct 2005** 11-19-2007, 9:40 PM

I like the look of the interior and exterior... however I don't think I would have much use for such a huge SUV...

(auto) · (auto) **Join Date: Aug 2002** 11-19-2007, 9:46 PM

What's an SUV for?

(malibupilot) · (malibupilot) **Join Date: Nov 2005** 11-19-2007, 10:13 PM

Same pwr train as the Tundra... which kicks butt. Looks a little on the boring side, but then there's way too mayn bling'd out H2s and 'burbs running around here anyway.

Toyotas always seem to be kinda boring looking, but quality is typically higher... trade off.