- suv 213,545
- 1,698 below average
- 4,500 great
- Denver, CO
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- autoshopper.com
- 1,698 below average suv 213,545
2002 toyota sequoia review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Class-leading quality, durability, reliability. introductionthe toyota sequoia is among the best of the full-size suvs. It's about the same size as a ford expedition, slightly larger than a chevy tahoe. It's quiet and comfortable. the sequoia is a great family vehicle, a modern replacement for the traditional american station wagon, with three rows of seats capable of carrying eight passengers. lineuptwo trim lines are offered: sr5 and limited. Both are built in the same assembly plant in princeton, indiana. The overall look is clean, purposeful, and, above all big. For example, we appreciated the extra front seat visors; while the primary visor is deployed above the side window, an additional visor can be extended down from the headliner to block the sun streaming into the windshield. Plus, there's a terrifically large bin between the front seats, which is split into two levels. The top level has a notepad holder and a place for coins. The bottom level has a molded, bookshelf-like cd holder to keep up to eight cds from rattling around. There's also enough room left over to hold a six-pack or a moderately sized purse. Further, there's an overhead console that holds sunglasses and an information center that gives readouts for vehicle direction (compass), outside temperature, and fuel economy statistics, such as miles until empty, and overall and instant mpg. limited is very luxurious, almost like a lexus in that regard, with sumptuous leather seats, automatic climate control, and a killer jbl stereo that had an in-dash 6-cd changer. Other items make family outings a snap: multiple cupholders and storage bins scattered throughout the cabin; large openings for the rear doors which make installing child safety seats a breeze; front and rear air conditioning controls; and flexible seating arrangements. The third-row seats are easy to tumble forward (or remove, as they only weigh 52 pounds each) to expand the cargo area. There's enough space back there to clean out toys 'r us during a clearance sale. however, all is not perfect. Toyota has a tendency to make its adjustable intermittent windshield wiper controls the opposite of what we would call intuitive. But it's the other way around, a minor nit, we admit. Also, the clock is mounted far too low in center of the dash and is obscured by the climate control switches. And not all of us are enamored with the hammertone trim in the limited model. driving impressionpiloting the 2002 toyota sequoia on the open road is a pleasure. We loved the smooth and powerful v8 engine. It's a marvel of a power plant, and this truck needs all of its 240 horsepower. The transmission, too, was seamless in operation. With such a long wheelbase and overall heft, the sequoia delivers a comfortable ride on all types of road conditions. Wind noise at highway speeds wasn't obtrusive, but the cabin wasn't as hushed as lexus ls 430 sedan we recently drove. but all of this luxury and comfort come with a price: the sequoia is an absolute pig at the gas pump. Epa says to expect only 14 mpg in city driving and a paltry 17 mpg on the highway. braking, while never nerve rattling, takes a little getting used to. We say 'kids' because they're the only ones with the agility to hop over the middle-row to get to the three-person rear seats. The first is a simple button, located fairly low in the center of the dashboard. Engaging this extra traction can be done on the fly without having to stop the vehicle. Instead of modulating the throttle, we simply held the gas down, and it walked right up the hill, transferring torque to the tires with the best grip. Drop it into the low range, and the system automatically locks the center differential for go-anywhere traction capability. Perhaps not the best day-to-day family taxi in congested, urban areas, but certainly unbeatable for family road trips. model lineupsr5 2wd 31,625); sr5 4wd 34,795); limited 2wd 39,405); limited 4wd 42,725). assembled inprinceton, indiana. options as testedin-dash cd changer 200); front side-impact and side curtain airbags 500); rear spoiler 200), daytime running lights 40); power moonroof 1,005); wind deflector 183); convenience package 599) includes molded dash appliqué, cargo convenience net, glass breakage sensor, wheel locks. model testedlimited 42,725). Climate Control✔ AM/FM✔ Power Windows✔ Cruise Control✔ CD Changer✔ Leather Seats✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Air Conditioning✔ Alloy Wheels
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