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2009 Toyota Sequoia Safety Review

April 17, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Standard...side curtain airbags for all three rows
Cars.com

Safety features abound, all standard
Car and Driver

Five stars, driver front impact; four stars, passenger front impact
NHTSA

Size is generally associated with safety, and in the 2009 Toyota Sequoia, you would expect to be well protected in an accident. Those expectations are met in this Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia gets good crash-test ratings and an excellent assortment of safety features.

The engineers and experts at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) find strength in the latest SUV from Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia scores a perfect five stars for protecting the driver in front impacts, and passenger ratings come in at a respectable four stars. One worry in such a large car is the risk of rollover, but NHTSA gives the Sequoia four stars here as well—quite an accomplishment for a car so tall.

Car and Driver says that when it comes to safety, “the Sequoia delivers, starting with standard electronic stability control and roll-sensing side curtain airbags for all three rows.” Cars.com also points to the rest of the standard equipment on the Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia SUV has standard “antilock brakes with brake assist...and an electronic stability system with traction control.”

Conclusion

The 2009 Toyota Sequoia has a plethora of safety equipment standard—great crash-test scores, too.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Standard...side curtain airbags for all three rowsCars.comSafety features abound, all standardCar and DriverFive stars, driver front impact; four stars, passenger front impactNHTSA Size is generally associated with safety, and in the 2009 Toyota Sequoia, you would expect to be well protected in an accident. Those expectations are met in this Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia gets good crash-test ratings and an excellent assortment of safety features. The engineers and experts at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) find strength in the latest SUV from Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia scores a perfect five stars for protecting the driver in front impacts, and passenger ratings come in at a respectable four stars. One worry in such a large car is the risk of rollover, but NHTSA gives the Sequoia four stars here as well—quite an accomplishment for a car so tall. Car and Driver says that when it comes to safety, “the Sequoia delivers, starting with standard electronic stability control and roll-sensing side curtain airbags for all three rows.” Cars.com also points to the rest of the standard equipment on the Toyota; 2009’s Sequoia SUV has standard “antilock brakes with brake assist...and an electronic stability system with traction control.” ConclusionThe 2009 Toyota Sequoia has a plethora of safety equipment standard—great crash-test scores, too. 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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