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Toyota Sequoia (5.7L)

08-22 · Toyota Sequoia

80out of 100

First in the iSeeCars 250k longevity study. 39.1% chance of reaching 250,000 miles. Nothing else comes close.

Scores last updated: June 14, 2026

Score breakdown

85/ 100Reliability×2.566/ 100True Annual Cost×2.070/ 100Safety×2.5100/ 100Practicality×2.080/ 100Repairability×1.0

Our take

What it really is

The Sequoia's 3UR-FE 5.7L V8 is the same engine as the Land Cruiser 200 and Tundra. Toyota sold this vehicle on reliability and capacity, not innovation. It has not changed meaningfully since 2008, because it didn't need to.

Why it's on this list

39.1% chance of reaching 250k miles, 8.1x the industry average. 120 cu ft max cargo. Full-size 3-row seating. Toyota drivetrain reliability in the largest body available.

The honest trade-offs

14 MPG combined. The 8.7-qt oil capacity means expensive oil changes. The interior was not updated from 2008-2022. It shows. Parking a full-size SUV in urban environments is a constant exercise.

What to buy and what to avoid

2013+ for the updated infotainment. Platinum trim if you care about the interior. Toyota spent money there. Avoid the V8 oil changes at the dealer. Independent shops charge significantly less for the same synthetic.

Annual cost of ownership

Fuel (12k mi)
$2,829 (USD)[5]
Maintenance
$571 (USD)[1]
Tires (prorated)
$420 (USD)
Insurance (25yr male)
$2,362 (USD)[8]
Insurance (40yr female)
$1,450 (USD)[8]
Total (25yr male)
$3,652 (USD)
Total (40yr female)
$2,740 (USD)

Key specs

MPG combined
14[5]
MPG city / hwy
13 / 17[5]
Tank
26.4 gal[5]
Engine
3UR-FE 5.7L V8
Horsepower
381 hp
Torque
401 lb-ft
Seats
8
Cargo (behind 2nd row)
18.9 cu ft
Cargo max
120.1 cu ft
Tow capacity
7,400 lbs
Ground clearance
9"
Stock tires
275/60R20
Body
SUV
Rear seats
60/40 split
3rd row
Folds flat

Safety

NHTSA overall
4/5 ★[2]
IIHS rating
Not Tested[4]
ESC standard
Yes

Rust vulnerability

Overall severity
Low
Frame rust risk
Low

Reliability data

RepairPal annual cost
$750 (USD)[1]
Industry avg annual cost
$652 (USD)[1]
RepairPal rating
4/5[1]
Unscheduled visits/yr
0.5[1]
Severe issue probability
6%[1]
250k-mile survival
62%[7]

Repairability

Headlight type
Halogen
DIY replacement cost
$50 (USD)
At major retailer
Yes
Headlight benchmark
8/10

References

Sources used to research and score this vehicle. Superscript numbers in the sections above link here.

  1. [1]dataset
    RepairPal

    Annual maintenance cost, reliability rating, unscheduled visit frequency, severe issue probability

  2. [2]government
    NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

    Overall crash test stars, rollover risk %, rollover stars, frontal and side ratings

  3. [3]government
    NHTSA Technical Service Bulletins

    Manufacturer-acknowledged technical issues and dealer fixes

  4. [4]dataset
    IIHS Safety Ratings

    Small overlap, side impact, overall safety rating, Top Safety Pick status

  5. [5]government
    EPA Fuel Economy Guide

    MPG city/highway/combined, fuel grade required, tank size

  6. [6]forum thread
    CarComplaints

    Most complained-about model years, common failure patterns by year and mileage band

  7. [7]dataset
    iSeeCars Long-Term Reliability

    250k-mile survival rate, depreciation curve, best age to buy used

  8. [8]publication
    Bankrate / Insurify Insurance Estimates

    Insurance cost estimates by vehicle class and driver profile

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