2002 Toyota Sequoia: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Toyota's biggest SUV is based on the company's full-size Tundra pickup truck; both are assembled in Indiana. With standard seating for eight, Sequoia is larger than Toyota's Japanese-built Land Cruiser and close in size to Ford's Expedition. SR5 and uplevel Limited models continue for 2002, both with Tundra's V8 and automatic transmission. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, 16-inch wheels, and an antiskid system are standard. Sequoia offers rear-wheel drive or 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. Front torso side airbags and curtain side airbags are optional as a package. Remote keyless entry and fog lights are new SR5 options for 2002.

COMPETITION

Though this segment has cooled somewhat with the rise in fuel prices, it's still one of the hottest. Our Best Buys are the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban.

Recommended are the Ford Expedition and GMC Yukon. For a few more bucks you can get the Toyota Land Cruiser. Its high price is the only thing holding back this refined and drivable SUV. We love the size, comfort, and power of these big SUVs but wish they got a few more miles per gallon.