The Toyota Sequoia like the mighty trees that share its name, continues its growth and expansion. For 2025, a new grade, optional massaging front seats and an exclusive TRD Pro color will be introduced. This vehicle offers families an ‘adventure in style’ ride with incredible utility, modern technology and heart pumping performance, all from an efficient hybrid powertrain.
Introducing, for the first time on Sequoia, the 1794 grade. This is a special luxury grade that draws inspiration from the Lone Star state where it is assembled. In the year 1794, a ranch near San Antonio was established and on that same land the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia are assembled today. This grade pays tribute to its San Antonio heritage with its design themes. The 1794 Sequoia incorporates real American walnut wood grain interior trim, unique leather trimmed heated and ventilated massaging front seats and sleek 1794 badging. It rides on 20-inch alloy wheels, has second row captain’s chairs, a panoramic roof and a tow tech package that all come standard.
All 2025 Sequoias will feature the powerful twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain. This exceptional hybrid produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque.
“i-FORCE MAX isn’t just big on power, as this cleverly engineered powertrain features a unique motor generator within the bell housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. This design provides both maximum performance and efficiency, and it is designed and built with heavy-duty performance and demand in mind,” Toyota said.
“Sequoia will be offered in 2WD or part-time 4WD on SR5 and Limited grades. Part-time 4WD is standard on 1794, Platinum, TRD Pro and Capstone grades. The part-time 4WD system relies on a transfer case, controlled via a selector on the center console,” it added.
The Sequoia uses an advanced body-on-frame chassis with a fully boxed frame that shares architecture with the Tundra. The core objective of this platform is to provide excellent handling, comfort, and impressive capability.
This three-row SUV offers a range of configurations for seating and cargo. Depending upon the grade, second-row passengers get bench seating or captain’s chairs, either of which recline for passenger comfort or fold down/tumble forward if larger cargo space is needed.
The third-row passengers benefit from a spacious reclining backseat with available power folding, but the third row also gets one of the most noteworthy features on Sequoia: the Sliding Third Row with Adjustable Cargo Shelf System. This feature allows the third row to slide with 6 inches of adjustment range. The third row can also fold down to complement the different storage positions of the new Adjustable Cargo Shelf System: a removeable shelf that can be set in a variety of storage positions depending upon the situation.
Since full-size SUVs need to do it all, and towing – whether it be a trailer, boat or RV – is high on that list of demands. That’s why the Sequoia offers an impressive 9,520-pound maximum towing capacity.
THREE ROWS AND SIX GRADES
Sequoia offers space for families who need it – whether that be to haul passengers, gear, or both. It will be available in six grades that include SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone. Each grade has its own unique look and feel.
Sequoia’s grade lineup starts with the well-equipped SR5 that offers a strong foundation of power, efficiency and technology. It touts impressive standard features that include the i-FORCE MAX powertrain that is mated to the standard 10-speed automatic transmission, standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, available Panoramic Moonroof, available heated and ventilated first-and second-row seats and more. It also features a standard 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and Panoramic View Monitor (PVM). When upgrading to the SR5 Premium package, Sequoia adds the 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia display, power third row, hands-free liftgate, SofTex®-trimmed seats, and cabin and cargo 120-volt power outlets.
Also available on SR5 models is the TRD Sport package, which upgrades the standard 18-inch wheels to 20-inch matte black TRD wheels. To complement sporty handling, it adds TRD sport-tuned Bilstein® monotube shocks and TRD-tuned springs. Inside TRD accents include aluminum pedals and a red TRD push-button start.
Limited builds upon the SR5 with a clear emphasis on added convenience. Not only does it gain a standard 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, but it also adds standard heated/ventilated front seats with memory settings, standard heated steering wheel, power-folding third row and hands-free power liftgate. Limited Sequoia’s give you the choice of a bench seat or captains chairs for the second row. To keep the back half of the SUV sun-free there are standard second- and third-row manual sunshades.
Available for SR5, Limited, Platinum and 1794 4×4 models is the TRD Off-Road package. Whereas TRD Sport is more focused on the on-road qualities, TRD Off-Road enhances off-road capability with the addition of a selectable locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control. TRD Off-Road also comes with Multi-Terrain Monitor to help provide a better view of hard-to-see spots for the driver. TRD-tuned Bilstein monotube shock absorbers and TRD-tuned springs are added.
New for 2025 the 1794 grade is expanding to the Sequoia lineup. This luxury grade provides premium features that draw inspiration from its Texas roots, offering a unique look both inside and out. Inside we see real American walnut wood-grain trim pieces with “1794 EDITION” etched on the dash and unique 1794 floor mats. Front row passengers are treated to beautifully crafted, massaging seats that can be used while driving. Also included in these leather trimmed front seats are heated and ventilated capabilities with 10-way power adjustment.
TRD Pro is a great option for adventure-minded families that plan to get off the beaten path regularly. TRD Pro is not just an off-roader though, as it is loaded with premium features such as standard second-row captain’s chairs, TRD heated steering wheel and TRD accents on the seats and shift knob. TRD-tuned FOX internal bypass shocks offer a smooth on-road ride, but most importantly, they can confidently handle off-road terrain when the trail gets rough.
The Capstone grade sits atop the Sequoia lineup, building upon the great features of Platinum while adding additional top-shelf features to make it the most luxurious Sequoia to date. Capstone features unique chrome-finished accents to provide an upscale appearance, with the most eye-catching feature being the standard 22-inch dark chrome finished wheels – a first for Sequoia and exclusive to Capstone.
A wide variety of colors are available on the Sequoia, including Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver, Lunar Rock, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Blueprint, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, Terra and the TRD-exclusive Mudbath. Premium paint Wind Chill Pearl and Supersonic Red are available.
