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2009 Toyota Sequoia Quality Review

April 17, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Comfortably accommodates adults in all rows
Kelley Blue Book

an alternative to a motorhome, with space for eight family members and every convenience but beds
Automobile

inconsistent gaps and color mismatches among a couple parts and panels.
Edmunds

The 2009 Toyota Sequoia could be considered a small apartment in cities like New York and London, with high-quality furnishings to boot.

Size is the killer application of this Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia has “adult-adequate” third-row seats, ConsumerGuide says, and “enormous door openings aid entry and exit.” Cars.com also likes the third row: “The flat-folding third row's backrest reclines, and the seat can have power operation.” ForbesAutos remarks it’s "notably more spacious and easier to access than GM’s similarly sized Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC Yukon, as well as Ford’s Expedition.”

The 2009 Toyota Sequoia has some upscale interior pieces that reviewers across the Web noted. Road & Track gushes about the “yards upon yards of rich feeling (and smelling) high-quality leather” in the Toyota; 2009’s interior is “a triumph of ergonomics, storage bins and family-friendly conveniences,” Edmunds reports. ForbesAutos says, “the driving position is upright, visibility is excellent, the seats are a bit soft but still supportive.” That said, Edmunds does find fault with “inconsistent gaps and color mismatches among a couple parts and panels.”

Comfort in the new 2009 Toyota Sequoia is also nothing to worry about. The car’s cavernous dimensions make finding storage space a breeze. Motor Trend “found the Toyota very roomy and comfortable,” and Autoblog notes that “there’s storage all over the place for the second- and third-row passengers.” Cars.com says, “The Sequoia can seat up to eight people in its three rows of seats,” and “The second row slides out of the way when you lift a lever, which makes it easy to get to the third-row seats.” ForbesAutos reports that the second row “slides fore and aft to allow maximum legroom in the second row when the third row is unoccupied.” Automobile jokes that it’s “an alternative to a motorhome, with space for eight family members and every convenience but beds.”

Conclusion

The 2009 Toyota Sequoia has the room and quality to double as a high-end apartment in Tokyo.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Comfortably accommodates adults in all rowsKelley Blue Bookan alternative to a motorhome, with space for eight family members and every convenience but bedsAutomobileinconsistent gaps and color mismatches among a couple parts and panels.Edmunds The 2009 Toyota Sequoia could be considered a small apartment in cities like New York and London, with high-quality furnishings to boot. Size is the killer application of this Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia has “adult-adequate” third-row seats, ConsumerGuide says, and “enormous door openings aid entry and exit.” Cars.com also likes the third row: “The flat-folding third row's backrest reclines, and the seat can have power operation.” ForbesAutos remarks it’s "notably more spacious and easier to access than GM’s similarly sized Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC Yukon, as well as Ford’s Expedition.” The 2009 Toyota Sequoia has some upscale interior pieces that reviewers across the Web noted. Road & Track gushes about the “yards upon yards of rich feeling (and smelling) high-quality leather” in the Toyota; 2009’s interior is “a triumph of ergonomics, storage bins and family-friendly conveniences,” Edmunds reports. ForbesAutos says, “the driving position is upright, visibility is excellent, the seats are a bit soft but still supportive.” That said, Edmunds does find fault with “inconsistent gaps and color mismatches among a couple parts and panels.” Comfort in the new 2009 Toyota Sequoia is also nothing to worry about. The car’s cavernous dimensions make finding storage space a breeze. Motor Trend “found the Toyota very roomy and comfortable,” and Autoblog notes that “there’s storage all over the place for the second- and third-row passengers.” Cars.com says, “The Sequoia can seat up to eight people in its three rows of seats,” and “The second row slides out of the way when you lift a lever, which makes it easy to get to the third-row seats.” ForbesAutos reports that the second row “slides fore and aft to allow maximum legroom in the second row when the third row is unoccupied.” Automobile jokes that it’s “an alternative to a motorhome, with space for eight family members and every convenience but beds.” ConclusionThe 2009 Toyota Sequoia has the room and quality to double as a high-end apartment in Tokyo. 2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA STYLING | [7 out of 10] ForbesAutos: “brawny” and “imposing” Road & Track: “Much roomier inside” Edmunds: “triumph of ergonomics, storage bins, and family-friendly conveniences” The Toyota Sequoia muscled its way into the 2008 model year with a new body and a ...

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For now, shoppers in this class have a lot to celebrate, with some really good vehicles that dealers are, in most cases, heavily discounting to get off the lots. The Chevrolet Tahoe was recently redesigned and reigns supreme, with its long-wheelbase version, the Suburban, in this segment, and its V-8 engines are both responsive and fuel-efficient. The Ford Expedition was redesigned a few years back with a more luxurious interior; it comes in standard or long-wheelbase editions, and stands out for having a good ride and capable handling even though its power ratings lag. The Nissan Armada comes with one wheelbase and one engine, but its big V-8 makes the brassiest sound at speed, and its styling is still like no other.

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