Toyota is giving its full-size, body-on-frame Sequoia a substantial mid-cycle update for 2027: sharper exterior styling, a new factory-built Trailhunter overlanding package, an available TRD Performance Package that pushes the TRD Pro trim to 469 net combined horsepower, and Toyota's newest safety and infotainment tech across the board. Every Sequoia still runs the i-Force Max twin-turbo hybrid V6 (437 hp / 583 lb-ft standard), with a 14-inch touchscreen now standard on every trim and Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 making its debut on the model line. Full 2027 pricing arrives closer to the truck's fall 2026 on-sale date, but expect a modest bump over the current model's $67,920 starting price.
Performance & Specs
Every 2027 Sequoia runs Toyota's i-Force Max powertrain: a twin-turbocharged 3.4-litre V6 paired with a hybrid electric motor, producing 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with four-wheel drive available across the lineup. The big performance news is the optional TRD Performance Package for the TRD Pro trim, which Toyota's own 2027 overview video states raises output to 469 net combined horsepower — note that some early third-party previews cited a slightly lower 466 hp figure before Toyota's own promotional materials confirmed 469, so treat the exact number as still settling ahead of the official fall reveal.
| Powertrain | i-Force Max twin-turbo hybrid V6 |
|---|---|
| Power | 437 hp (469 hp w/ TRD Performance Package) |
| Torque | 583 lb-ft (790 Nm) |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD standard, 4WD available |
| Towing | up to 9,520 lbs |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | i-Force Max twin-turbo hybrid V6 (non-plug-in) |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 437 hp standard / 469 hp with TRD Performance Package |
| TORQUE | 583 lb-ft (790 Nm) |
| TRANSMISSION | 10-speed automatic |
| DRIVETRAIN | RWD standard, 4WD available |
| TOWING CAPACITY | up to 9,520 lbs, properly equipped |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 208.1 in (5,286 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.6 in (2,022 mm) |
| Height | up to 77.7 in (1,974 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 122 in (3,099 mm) |
At just over 208 inches long on a 122-inch wheelbase, the Sequoia is a genuine full-size, three-row, body-on-frame SUV seating up to eight. Cargo space runs from 11.5 to 22.3 cubic feet behind the third row (depending on configuration), 49 cubic feet with the third row folded, and up to 86.9 cubic feet maximum with both rear rows folded flat. These dimensional figures reflect the current-generation Sequoia platform, which Toyota has not indicated will change for the 2027 update — the changes for 2027 are styling, tech and off-road hardware, not the underlying body structure.
| LENGTH | 208.1 in |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 79.6 in |
| HEIGHT | up to 77.7 in |
| WHEELBASE | 122 in |
| CARGO VOLUME | 49 cu ft (3rd row folded) / up to 86.9 cu ft max |
| SEATING | up to 8, three rows |
Design & Interior
The 2027 refresh brings a "sharper, more assertive" front end built around what Toyota calls a horizontal architecture, with reimagined chrome finishes, an enhanced grille and bumper, integrated rectangular fog lights and a crisper lower bumper design. The new Trailhunter package (built on the SR5 grade) adds 265/70R18 Michelin LTX Trail tires, Old Man Emu suspension, forged steel front recovery hooks, extra underbody protection, and bronze-finished 18-inch wheels with exclusive Trailhunter badging — a factory-built overlanding spec aimed at buyers who want to venture off pavement without an aftermarket shop bill. The TRD Pro trim gets its own visual signature: motorsport-inspired forged 18-inch wheels, standard red tow hooks, and the new Honeycomb exterior color.
Technology & Features
Every 2027 Sequoia gets a 14-inch touchscreen as standard equipment, running Toyota's latest Audio Multimedia system with AT&T-powered 5G connectivity, a customizable widget-based home screen, and an embedded "Hey Toyota" voice assistant. A built-in Drive Recorder dashcam (recording 20-second clips) is now standard, alongside enhanced Digital Key functionality that works through Apple, Google and Samsung digital wallets. A 2.4kW onboard inverter lets owners run power tools or camping equipment straight from the vehicle. On the safety side, Sequoia debuts Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 across the lineup, adding a Pre-Collision System with pedestrian detection, full-speed dynamic radar cruise control, Lane Departure Alert with steering assist, Lane Tracing Assist, automatic high beams, Road Sign Assist and Proactive Driving Assist.
Available Versions
| TRIM | NOTES |
|---|---|
| SR5 | Base trim; can be optioned with the new Trailhunter overlanding package |
| Limited | Comfort-focused mid-range trim |
| Platinum | Upscale trim with additional luxury features |
| 1794 Edition | Western-heritage-themed luxury trim (named for Toyota's original Texas ranch land grant year) |
| TRD Pro | Off-road performance flagship; FOX QS3 shocks standard, optional TRD Performance Package (469 hp) |
| Capstone | Range-topping luxury trim |
Toyota has not yet released per-trim pricing for 2027 — full specifications and pricing are expected closer to the truck's fall 2026 arrival at dealerships.
Pricing & Availability
The current (2026) Sequoia starts at $67,920, and industry previews expect 2027 pricing to rise roughly 1-3% over that figure once officially announced — putting a realistic estimate somewhere around $68,600-$69,960 for the base SR5, though Toyota has not confirmed exact numbers. The 2027 Sequoia arrives at U.S. dealerships this fall. Warranty coverage carries Toyota's standard terms: 3-year/36,000-mile basic coverage, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage, 8-year/100,000-mile hybrid component coverage, and a transferable 10-year/150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty, plus ToyotaCare covering 1 year/10,000 miles of maintenance and 2 years of unlimited-mileage roadside assistance.
How It Compares
Every full-size rival here undercuts the Sequoia's estimated starting price, and the Ford Expedition narrowly beats it on towing (9,600 lbs vs 9,520 lbs) with a punchier standard V6. But none of the Tahoe, Yukon or Expedition offer a factory-built overlanding package quite like Trailhunter, or a standard hybrid powertrain across the entire lineup — Sequoia's i-Force Max is standard equipment, not an upcharge option, on every trim. For buyers who want off-road credibility and hybrid efficiency baked in from the base trim up, Sequoia carves out real differentiation even against tough, well-established domestic rivals.
- Standard hybrid i-Force Max powertrain across every trim, with 469 hp available via TRD Performance Package
- New factory Trailhunter package brings genuine overlanding hardware without an aftermarket build
- Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 and a standard 14-inch touchscreen across the whole lineup
- Strong warranty, including a transferable 10-year/150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty
- Official 2027 pricing and full specs aren't confirmed yet — only available closer to the fall 2026 launch
- Rivals like the Tahoe and Expedition undercut Sequoia's estimated starting price by several thousand dollars
The 2027 Sequoia update reads like Toyota sharpening its answer to a very specific question: what if a full-size SUV buyer wants both genuine hybrid efficiency and genuine off-road capability, standard, without stacking options or hunting for an aftermarket overlanding build? Between the new Trailhunter package, the TRD Pro's power bump, and Safety Sense 4.0 rolling out across the board, this is a meaningful refresh rather than a cosmetic one. The remaining question mark is price — Toyota's domestic rivals are cheaper on paper, so exact 2027 MSRP will decide how compelling this update really is once it lands this fall.
