Major Options / Build: Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation System, Bluetooth, Premium Wheels, Backup Camera, Remote Start, Premium Package, Tow Package

Additional Description: All-new completely redesigned and re-engineered the 2008 Toyota Sequoia is bigger and more capable than last year's model. This is the biggest SUV Toyota has ever made and it has the most capability. It can tow up to 10000 pounds and transport eight people plus cargo. The optional engine a 5.6-liter V8 makes more than 400 pound-feet of torque so the Sequoia rarely breaks a sweat in ordinary driving. An available six-speed transmission allows for smooth low-vibration cruising on the biggest roads. Four-wheel-drive models offer credible off-highway driving capability with easy shifting into and out of 4WD good low range gearing and lockable differential for better traction.Bigger than a Chevy Tahoe in almost every dimension and about 450 pounds heavier the Sequoia still manages relatively good efficiency and fuel economy for a vehicle of this size. Those who don't really need the space and heavy-hauling capabilities could be better off with a 4Runner Highlander or RAV4 but when nothing less will do the Sequoia is up to the task.Seating comfort for rear-row passengers is a design priority so the more you carry full loads of people the more the Sequoia becomes attractive. The interior is designed with generous seats big armrests and lots of storage for passengers plus an optional entertainment system for long trips.Toyota's comprehensive suite of electronic safety stability and traction controls the STAR system is standard on all models as are advanced airbag systems.The new Sequoia represents a state-of-the-art rendering of the modern sport utility vehicle. It's built to transport people and their gear in comfort across long distances on North American super-highways. It's all about getting people in and out easily keeping them comfy and making heavy loads secure and routine. It rides quietly steers easily and with three models two drive trains and a broad selection of options the new Sequoia can be configured in a variety of ways to meet specific wants needs and price points.The Sequoia differs from the premium Land Cruiser in that the Sequoia is larger can carry and tow more and is designed specifically for North America. The Land Cruiser is designed to address upscale luxury car buyers in global markets. The Sequoia is more about practical utility and comfort. It is built alongside the Tundra pickup at Toyota's Princeton Indiana factory and shares many components with the Tundra.Model LineupThe 2008 Toyota Sequoia is packaged in three grades: SR5 Limited and Platinum. SR5 and Limited come standard with the 273-hp 4.7-liter V8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Platinum comes standard with the 5.7-liter V8 and six-speed automatic. Eight-passenger seating is standard; Platinum seats seven.SR5 ($34150) is the entry grade and it comes standard with tri-zone air conditioning power windows locks and back window keyless entry and eight-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with a plug for iPod compatibility tilt steering cruise control spare tire and mud guards.Limited ($45225) adds heated leather trimmed seats upgrades the driver's seat to 10-way adjustable and adds leather trim to the steering wheel seats and gearshift knob. The rear 60/40 third row seat is power operated. The dash is upgraded with brighter Optitron gauges and a multi-information display and the JBL Synthesis audio system includes Bluetooth capability. Outside the Limited includes a roof rack fog lamps running boards and parking sonar system. Limited is also available with four-wheel drive ($48450).Platinum grade ($52375) comes with the bigger engine plus 20-inch alloy wheels a rear load-leveling suspension a memory feature for the power seats which are heated and air conditioned in the front. Second-row seats are heated buckets converting the interior to seven-passenger capacity and the navigation system with backup camera is standard with Platinum. The exterior also includes a rear spoiler power back door sunroof and headlamp cleaner. Platinum is available with four-wheel drive ($55600).Options include a rear seat entertainment system with DVD player and rear audio controls ($1650); dynamic laser cruise control ($600); daytime running lights with on/off feature ($40). The SR5 and Limited can be upgraded with practically any combination of features listed above including touch screen navigation with JBL Premium four-CD player with 14 speakers ($2980) rear load leveling suspension ($650) running boards ($385) fog lamps ($110) rear spoiler ($100) leather trimmed seats ($3100) towing package ($660) that includes receiver hitch auxiliary transmission cooler seven-pin wire connector heavy-duty alternator 4.30:1 gear ratio; and a cold weather kit ($230) that includes windshield wiper de-icer headlamp cleaner and larger battery. Also available on the Limited are 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with P275/55R20 tires ($920) and Captain's chairs for the second row.Toyota's Star safety system comes standard on all models.WalkaroundObviously larger than the previous model the Toyota Sequoia is now definitely full size in the domestic American sense.Compared to the Chevy Tahoe the new Sequoia is longer and wider with a longer wheelbase. It's actually designed to look tall and oversized so as to project strength from a distance.The windshield angle is lower than before accentuating bulk below the hood line and larger high-mounted headlamps add an alert look to a cabin-forward design. Exterior mirrors are large because they have to be but careful smoothing has reduced wind noise as does the use of partially hidden wipers that likewise must be very large to sweep the large front windshield. The new design permits a drag coefficient of 0.35 respectable for a full-size truck.From the side large strong-looking door handles are apparent the kind you'd appreciate if you wear gloves. The rear doors now open 10 degrees wider for easier child seat and passenger access and have three detents instead of two.From the front bumper to the B-pillar the Sequoia shares a lot of design features with the Tundra pickup along with numerous drive train components.Parking sensors enable easier parking and the ability to avoid people or toys lurking in the driveway.Interior FeaturesThe Toyota Sequoia cabin is built for passenger comfort with generous legroom and headroom. Seating is designed for long days of driving with a comfortable unusually wide driver's seat with power lumbar support. The seats have soft wide bolsters and the kind of adjustability that allows a driver to shift around during long drives.The interior is conspicuously wide. With a body longer and wider than the previous model (or a current Chevrolet Tahoe) more legroom and shoulder room becomes available for people and cargo.The dash is simple and focused with two central gauges speedometer and tachometer flanked by fuel temperature and voltage gauges. Bright rings accent the instrumentation.A very large rectangular shifter dominates the metallic center strip area and behind it is a wide central console designed to hold 12 CDs or four DVD cases. Our test unit had an agreeable Sand Beige interior. Gray is another standard color and a new interior design scheme Red Rock/Black is only available with the Platinum grade.The four-spoke steering wheel contains controls for AC Bluetooth-capable phones and audio functions. The steering column tilts and telescopes; our test unit had a powered memory feature.Switches and dials are used to control windows and HVAC system. The HVAC system is designed to define and maintain three different climate zones two in the front and one in the back. 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