2. Ever find yourself wishing you had more time to spend with your family?
Maybe it’s not about how much time you spend, but about how you spend
that time. Meet the 2012 Toyota Sequoia, the SUV built on the proposition that
you can’t expand your kids’ horizons with a wide-screen TV alone. Sequoia
provides comfortable seating for up to eight, along with ample cargo room
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for everyone’s gear. Inside, its host of high-tech features will eliminate any
possibility of homesickness. And to help make your adventures possible, it
offers a choice of two powerful engines and genuine all-terrain capability. In
short, this vehicle does much more than merely simplify trips to the local
big-box store. Sequoia gives you the ability to show your family the original
meaning of “remote. 2012 Toyota Sequoia. Moving Forward.
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Nothing brings a family US-SQ12-1-A
together quite like traveling.
New experiences in new
places make for lasting
memories. And with so much
capability, Sequoia is the ideal
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create those memories.
Platinum 4x4 shown in Silver Sky Metallic.
1. Standard on SR5 and Limited. Not available on Platinum.
3. 120 cubic feet of family room. 1
Sequoia’s big cabin offers much more than just space. There’s comfortable seating for eight 2
with the standard third row, and a variety of seating configurations to handle any combination of
passengers and payload. Or fold all the seats flat and reveal 120 cubic feet of cargo capacity —
perfect for that drum kit, those home improvement materials or that eight-person tent.
US-SQ08-24-D Versatility and CiVility
There’s more to Sequoia’s interior
than meets the eye. There’s also
a hidden storage compartment
under the rear floor, a 12V auxiliary
power outlet and grocery bag
hooks. Third-row passengers will
find cup holders, personal storage
and, on Limited and Platinum,
retractable sunshades.
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Platinum 4x4 interior shown in Red Rock.
1. See footnote 7 in Disclaimers section. 2. Standard on SR5 and Limited. Not available on Platinum.
4. POWer1 reClininG and FrOnt-seat COnsOle
FOld-Flat tHird-rOW seat The front-seat console on the
When it comes to comfort, the Platinum edition offers climate
available power reclining and controls and cup holders for
fold-flat third-row seat will make those in the second row. There are
settling in for the long haul as also RCA jacks for the rear-seat
easy as pushing a button. DVD entertainment system and
US-SQ11-6-B US-SQ08-21-B a handy 115V AC power outlet.
If only your work schedule were this flexible.
No matter what you’ve got planned, Sequoia is happy to oblige. Both the sliding
second-row and third-row seats fold flat, making it easy to load and unload all the
gear your road trip requires. And the split-fold seat design lets you choose how
to stow your cargo: upright or flat. Of course, with its spacious interior, reclining
third-row seats and available second-row console, Sequoia is as accommodating
to passengers as it is to cargo. So what are you waiting for?
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Sequoia’s reclining third-row As you might expect, the sliding
seat is wide enough for second row is versatile too. Its
three adults to ride in real 40/20/40 split-fold design lets
comfort. Or utilize its 60/40 second-row passengers slide
split-fold versatility to quickly their seat to match their own
accommodate both people idea of leg room.
and cargo.
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With spacious seating for eight,2 3
Sequoia has room for the whole family The second row also features
and then some. And what could one-touch access to the
be better? After all, adventures are third row. When entering the
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best shared. passenger-side door, simply
pull the lever on the outside of
the second-row seat, which
simultaneously folds and slides
forward to make entry a breeze.
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SR5 4x4 interior shown in Graphite.
1. Standard on Limited and Platinum. 2. Standard on SR5 and Limited. Not available on Platinum.
5. Open to adventure.
It’s remarkable what you can put in Sequoia, but it’s even more remarkable what you and
your family will get out of it. Sequoia’s available power liftgate makes it easy to access that
cavernous cargo bay and all your gear. Just press a button on the key fob and the liftgate
gently releases upward. Let the fun begin.
autOmatiC POWer liFtGate
Closing the available power liftgate
is equally convenient. You can
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press a button on the dash, or
use the key fob, and it will close
automatically.
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Sometimes you don’t realize
how much you might
appreciate something until
you have one yourself. Then
you don’t know what you
ever did without it. Sequoia’s
convenient available power
liftgate is one of those things.
Platinum 4x4 shown in Magnetic Gray Metallic.
6. Tell your neighbors you spent Judging by the pamphlets you brought back from Death Valley and the Badlands,
US-SQ08-16-D your friends might think you had just subjected your family to an inhospitable ordeal.
the weekend “roughing it.” How wrong they’d be. Sequoia Platinum’s refined interior offers climate control,
heated and ventilated front seats and heated second-row seats. Press a button
and the driver’s seat automatically adjusts to your preset position. When it’s time
to depart, simply take the wheel and let your adventure unfold.
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rear-seat dVd entertainment system
Sequoia’s second-row seat will have your kids hoping they’re not there yet.
That’s because they can watch the latest movies or play video games on
the available rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9-in. display. Plus,
all their movies and games will stow tidily away in Sequoia’s many storage
compartments. And to keep front-seat occupants from feeling left out,
Sequoia offers an excellent JBL Synthesis® audio system with 14 speakers. US-SQ10-1-C
storage Compartments
In addition to its vast cargo area and a multitude of cup holders, Sequoia
offers a variety of other storage options. The dual-level glove compartment
has a large compartment below for, well — large things — and a smaller
compartment above for documents and other flat items.
touch-screen navigation With Backup Camera
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Sequoia’s available touch-screen DVD navigation system includes a handy
backup camera. Put Sequoia in Reverse and it automatically shows what
the camera sees immediately behind you. So if you’re towing a boat,
you’ll be able to line up the towing receiver hitch like a pro. The navigation
system also has a USB3 port compatible with most MP3/WMA audio
devices and built-in Bluetooth®4 wireless technology for hands-free phone
capability and music streaming. For more information about our available
audio systems, as well as Bluetooth®-compatible features, please contact
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Platinum 4x4 interior shown in Graphite.
1. See footnote 15 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 16 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 12 in Disclaimers section. 4. See footnote 14 in Disclaimers section.
7. You planned your trip. We planned your return.
With Sequoia, one thing you’ll never leave behind is peace of mind. Sequoia’s
COmPreHensiVe airBaG system6
Not all collisions call for maximum airbag deployment. Sequoia’s
sophisticated system is designed to provide appropriate protection
based on the situation. In certain types of frontal collisions, the
standard driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
senses impact severity, adjusting airbag deployment accordingly.
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all-rOW side
Curtain airBaGs
Helping to protect all three of
Sequoia’s passenger rows from
front to back are standard all-
row side curtain airbags.
rOll-sensinG side
Curtain airBaGs (rsCa)
When traversing extremely uneven or
rugged terrain, the RSCA system on
4x4 models can be disabled to prevent
inadvertent deployment of side curtain
airbags, based on roll angle and speed
from roll-rate sensors.
Knee airBaGs
Sequoia’s comprehensive
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) provides a total of eight
airbags, including standard driver
and front passenger knee airbags.
3-POint seatBelts
All seats offer 3-point seatbelts. The
front seats have pretensioners and
force limiters, while second-row seats
have an adjustable shoulder anchor
and pretensioner on outboard seats.
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latCH
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren) includes
lower anchors on all second-row
seats and tether anchors on all
second-row seats and the center
seat in the third row.
equipped with an array of active safety features to help you avoid trouble, and
passive safety features to help protect you if trouble proves unavoidable. It also
offers features such as available Dynamic Laser Cruise Control (DLCC). While not 1
technically a safety feature, DLCC automatically adjusts vehicle speed to help
maintain a preset distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. We go to
these lengths because, as with any excursion, there’s no substitute for preparation. 4 2
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star safety system™
Sequoia comes standard with the Star Safety System, a suite of six advanced
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safety features designed to help keep drivers out of harm’s way. The system
includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC),2 Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock
Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)3
and Smart Stop Technology (SST).
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tire Pressure monitor system (TPMS) 5
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The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) evaluates the pressure of the tires.
When pressure is critically low, the monitor issues a warning, allowing the driver
to address concerns.
advanced Control technologies
An Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent brakes from locking up, while
the sophisticated Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) helps prevent front and rear
wheelslip by monitoring your steering angle and comparing it to the direction
in which your vehicle is traveling.
Pet travel safety
Toyota offers a wide range of available pet accessories designed to help
you transport your furry companions in comfort and security. Ask your Toyota
dealer for details.
Photo not intended to replicate actual inflated airbags.
1. See footnote 18 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 20 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 6 in Disclaimers section. 4. See footnote 21 in Disclaimers section. 5. See footnote 23 in Disclaimers section. 6. See footnote 22 in Disclaimers section.
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Built to turn family outings When you take your family into the sticks, you need a vehicle that’s strong and FrOnt and rear susPensiOn
Sequoia’s independent double-wishbone front and rear suspension
reliable. Precisely what you get with Sequoia. It’s forged on a fully boxed frame
into family way-outings. for strength and durability. It also boasts an available 381-hp 5.7L V8 with up to
gives you the best of both worlds: responsive handling on pavement
and a smoother ride off-road. This sophisticated suspension utilizes
7400 lb. of towing capacity. Plus, a TOW/HAUL mode that selects transmission shift
1 low-pressure gas-filled shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bars. Also
enhancing Platinum’s on-road performance is Active Variable Suspension
points to optimize that power. So grab the gang and the gear. Where you’re going, (AVS) with three settings ranging from “comfort” to “sport.”
you won’t need to fight for a space to put the picnic blanket.
tWO POWerFul V8 enGines
Sequoia is available with an all- multi-mOde 4Wd
aluminum 5.7L V8 that puts out 381 This available system can turn
hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. Or, go mountains into molehills. Just turn
with a 4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve2 that the shift dial to engage the 4WD
produces 310 hp. Plus, both engines mode and let the Torsen®5 limited-
have received an Ultra Low Emission slip center differential go to work. An available 5.7L V8 E85 Flex Fuel 6 engine
makes Sequoia an alternative fuel vehicle.
Vehicle II (ULEV-II) rating, because The differential locks up to get
with power comes responsibility. maximum traction on slippery or
uneven surfaces.
eleCtrOniCally mOdulated
air susPensiOn
Maintaining ride height is important
when the vehicle is carrying many
passengers or a lot of cargo weight. autOmatiC limited-sliP
That’s why Sequoia’s Platinum model diFFerential (auto lsd)
features Electronically Modulated Air Sequoia’s advanced Automatic
Suspension. It allows the driver to Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
adjust ride height to compensate for uses the brakes to help reduce
changes in load. So Sequoia’s ride wheelspin and enhance traction
is always the same: smooth. performance on unpredictable
road surfaces like sand or mud.
Blind sPOt mOnitOr (Bsm)3
Even with adjusted side mirrors,
adjacent vehicles may enter “blind
spot” areas to the side and rear of the
vehicle that are outside of the driver’s
view. Sequoia’s Blind Spot Monitor
system, standard on Platinum, uses
radar to scan these blind spots for
other vehicles.
trailer-sWay COntrOl (tsC)4
When towing, winds or load undulation
can cause trailer sway.TSC is designed
to apply brake pressure at individual
wheels and manage engine torque
Limited 4x4 shown in Black.
US-SQ08-28-D to help the driver maintain control
of the trailer.
SR5 4x4 shown in Silver Sky Metallic with available 5.7L V8.
1. See footnote 8 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 1 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 24 in Disclaimers section. 4. See footnote 25 in Disclaimers section.
5. See footnote 5 in Disclaimers section. 6. See footnote 4 in Disclaimers section.
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9. Combinations Specifications
InTerIOr COlOr ChOICeS MeChAnICAl AnD perfOrMAnCe Sr5 lIMITeD plATInUM
eASY-CleAn fABrIC leATher TrIM perfOrATeD leATher TrIM Engine
4.6-Liter i-FORCE V8 DOHC 32-Valve with Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing
SR5 LIMITED PLATINUM with intelligence (VVT-i); 310 hp @ 5400 rpm; 327 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm Standard NA NA
5.7-Liter i-FORCE V8 DOHC 32-Valve with Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing
with intelligence (VVT-i); 381 hp @ 5600 rpm; 401 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm Available Standard Standard
BlACk GrAphITe SAnD BeIGe GrAphITe SAnD BeIGe GrAphITe SAnD BeIGe reD rOCk 5.7-Liter i-FORCE V8 DOHC E85 Flex Fuel 32-Valve with Dual Independent Variable
Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i); 381 hp @ 5600 rpm; 401 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm Available4 Available4 Available4
IGnITIOn SYSTeM
US-SQ08-33-C US-SQ08-33-A US-SQ08-33-B US-SQ08-35-A US-SQ08-35-B US-SQ08-34-A US-SQ08-34-B US-SQ08-34-C Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) Standard Standard Standard
eMISSIOn rATInG
Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) Standard Standard Standard
TrAnSMISSIOn
6-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i);
sequential shift mode and uphill/downhill shift logic; TOW/HAUL mode Standard Standard Standard
eXTerIOr/InTerIOr COlOr COMBInATIOnS
DrIveTrAIn
Rear-Wheel Drive Standard Standard Standard
Multi-Mode 4WD with Torsen®5 limited-slip center differential with locking feature (4x4 only) Available Available Available
BODY COnSTrUCTIOn
Reinforced body-on-frame construction Standard Standard Standard
US-SQ08-1-T US-SQ08-1-U US-SQ08-1-Z US-SQ08-1-B SUSpenSIOn
Front high-mounted coil-spring independent double-wishbone front suspension with low-pressure
gas-filled shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bar; rear coil-spring independent double-wishbone
suspension with low-pressure gas-filled shock absorbers and hollow stabilizer bar Standard Standard NA
BlACk pYrITe MICA SIZZlInG CrIMSOn MICA SIlver SkY MeTAllIC Electronic Modulated Air Suspension NA NA Standard
Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system NA NA Standard
BlACk1 US-SQ08-33-C GrAphITe US-SQ08-33-A GrAphITe US-SQ08-33-A BlACk1 STeerInG
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Engine speed-sensing Variable Flow Control (VFC) power-assisted rack-and-pinion Standard Standard Standard
Turning circle diameter, curb to curb (ft.) 38.1 38.1 38.1
GrAphITe US-SQ08-33-A SAnD BeIGe SAnD BeIGe US-SQ08-33-B GrAphITe BrAkeS
US-SQ08-33-B US-SQ08-33-A
Power-assisted 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD),
US-SQ08-34-C Brake Assist (BA)6 and Star Safety System™ Standard Standard Standard
SAnD BeIGe US-SQ08-33-B reD rOCk2 US-SQ08-34-C reD rOCk2 reD rOCk2 US-SQ08-34-C
eXTerIOr DIMenSIOnS (in.)
Overall width/height/length 79.9/77.0/205.1 79.9/77.0/205.1 79.9/77.0/205.1
reD rOCk2 US-SQ08-34-C Wheelbase 122.0 122.0 122.0
Track (front/rear) 67.9/69.1 67.9/69.1 67.9/69.1
InTerIOr DIMenSIOnS (front/second-row/third-row seats) (in.)
Head room with moonroof 34.8/34.9/34.5 34.8/34.9/34.5 34.8/34.9/34.5
Shoulder room 66.4/65.6/65.7 66.4/65.6/65.7 66.4/65.6/65.7
US-SQ08-1-X US-SQ08-1-W US-SQ08-1-Y US-SQ08-1-r Hip room 62.5/59.9/50.4 62.5/59.9/50.4 62.5/59.9/50.4
Leg room 42.5/40.9/35.3 42.5/40.9/35.3 42.5/40.9/35.3
Off-hIGhWAY
Approach/departure angle (degrees) (4x2; 4x4) 27/20; 27/21 27/20; 27/21 27/20; 27/21
BlIZZArD peArl2 SUper WhITe3 SAnDY BeACh MeTAllIC MAGneTIC GrAY MeTAllIC Ground clearance (in.) (4x2/4x4) 9.9/10.0 9.9/10.0 9.6/9.6
WeIGhTS AnD CApACITIeS
GrAphITe US-SQ08-33-A BlACk1 US-SQ08-33-C SAnD BeIGe US-SQ08-33-B GrAphITe US-SQ08-33-A Curb weight (lb.) (4x2/4x4) 5670/5970 (4.6L V8); 5730/5985 (5.7L V8) 5730/5985 5750/6000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lb.) (4x2/4x4) 7000/7300 (4.6L V8); 7100/7300 (5.7L V8) 7100/7300 7100/7300
SAnD BeIGe US-SQ08-33-B GrAphITe reD rOCk2 US-SQ08-34-C reD rOCk2 Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) (lb.) (4x2/4x4) 13,000/13,000 (4.6L V8); 13,600/13,600 (5.7L V8) 13,600/13,500 13,400/13,500
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Cargo volume7 (cu. ft.) (behind front/second-row/third-row seats) 120.1/66.6/18.9 120.1/66.6/18.9 120.1/66.6/18.9
Fuel tank (gal.) 26.4 26.4 26.4
reD rOCk2 US-SQ08-34-C SAnD BeIGe US-SQ08-33-B Seating capacity (standard/available) 8/7 8/7 7/NA
TOWInG
WheelS Towing receiver hitch and wiring harness with 4/7-pin connector Standard Standard Standard
Towing capacity8 (lb.) (4x2/4x4) 6900/6600 (4.6L V8); 7400/7100 (5.7L V8) 7400/7100 7200/7000
1 SR5 standard 18-in. alloy wheel TIreS
2 SR5 available 20-in. Sport alloy wheel 1 2 3 4
Type – Mud-and-Snow-rated radials Standard Standard Standard
3 Limited standard 20-in. alloy wheel Spare – Full-size, mounted under body Standard Standard Standard
4 Platinum standard 20-in. diamond- MIleAGe eSTIMATeS (mpg city/highway/combined)9
cut-finish alloy wheel
4.6L (4x2; 4x4) 14/20/16; 13/18/15 NA NA
5.7L (4x2; 4x4) 13/18/15; 13/17/14 13/18/15; 13/17/14 13/18/15; 13/17/14
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