The 2022 Toyota Sequoia is the best Sequoia model year, followed by the 2021 and 2020. The 2022 has 1 NHTSA complaint and 2 recalls, rates 15 combined mpg 2WD with the 5.7-liter V8 and starts at $37,100 used on KBB.com. The 2017 is the best-value V8 at $25,300, and the 2025 is the hybrid to buy new at 22 combined mpg.
NHTSA complaints: 1 complaint on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 2 recalls: 21V920000 and 21E103000, both for the power steering systemFuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 17 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $55,090 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $37,100Notable changes: The last model year of the second-generation 5.7-liter V8 Sequoia; the third generation was unveiled January 25, 2022 for the next model year
The 2022 Sequoia has 1 NHTSA complaint, the fewest of the ten, and 2 recalls, both for the power steering system. The 5.7-liter V8 rates 15 combined mpg 2WD and 14 combined mpg 4WD. The SR5 started at $55,090 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $37,100. It is the last model year of the second generation.
Go ifThe fewest NHTSA complaints of the ten, on the last V8 Sequoia
Skip ifYou want the hybrid V6 and its 22 combined mpg
Why #1 over #2: It has 1 NHTSA complaint versus 4 for the 2021, with the same 2 power steering recalls.
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2021 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe runner-up.
NHTSA complaints: 4 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 2 recalls: 21V920000 and 21E103000, both for the power steering systemFuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 17 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $54,990 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $36,500Notable changes: Nightshade Edition added, limited to 2,500 units
The 2021 Sequoia has 4 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls, both for the power steering system, and the same 15 combined mpg 2WD V8. The SR5 started at $54,990 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $36,500. The Nightshade Edition was added, limited to 2,500 units.
Go ifA late second-generation V8 with only 2 recalls, at a lower used price than the 2022
Skip ifYou want the single complaint of the 2022
Why #2 over #3: It has 2 recalls, both for power steering, where the 2020 also has a fuel pump recall.
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2020 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe TRD Pro year.
NHTSA complaints: 4 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 2 recalls: 20V682000 (fuel pump) and 21E103000 (power steering)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 17 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $54,570 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $37,300Notable changes: New TRD Pro package with Fox shocks, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Toyota Safety Sense-P
The 2020 Sequoia has 4 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls, one for the fuel pump and one for power steering. It added the TRD Pro package with Fox shocks, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Toyota Safety Sense-P. The SR5 started at $54,570 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $37,300.
Go ifThe TRD Pro package with Fox shocks, with only 2 recalls
Skip ifYou want power steering to be the only recall
Why #3 over #4: It has 4 NHTSA complaints versus 7 for the 2017, and it adds the TRD Pro package.
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2017 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe value pick.
NHTSA complaints: 7 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 3 recalls: 17V311000 (wheel lugs and nuts), 21V920000 and 21E103000 (power steering)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 17 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $49,880 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $25,300Notable changes: The final model year before the refreshed 2018 Sequoia, unveiled February 9, 2017 with standard LED headlights; no major changes for 2015 to 2017
The 2017 Sequoia has 7 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. It is the last year before the refreshed 2018 Sequoia with standard LED headlights. The SR5 started at $49,880 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $25,300, the best value of the late V8 years.
Go ifThe best-value late V8 year: a used SR5 from $25,300
Skip ifYou want the TRD Pro package of the 2020
Why #4 over #5: It has 7 NHTSA complaints versus 9 for the 2015.
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2015 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe budget V8.
NHTSA complaints: 9 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 3 recalls: 17V311000 (wheel lugs and nuts), 21V920000 and 21E103000 (power steering)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 17 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $48,615 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $18,150Notable changes: No major changes for 2015 to 2017; in 2015 IIHS found the Sequoia 4WD had the lowest overall driver death rate in its class, 0 deaths per million registered vehicle years
The 2015 Sequoia has 9 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls, with the same 15 combined mpg 2WD V8. In 2015 IIHS found the Sequoia 4WD had the lowest overall driver death rate in its class, 0 deaths per million registered vehicle years. The SR5 started at $48,615 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $18,150.
Go ifA used SR5 from $18,150, with the same 5.7-liter V8 as the 2017
Skip ifYou want the lower complaint count of the 2017
Why #5 over #6: It has 9 NHTSA complaints versus 11 for the 2025.
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2025 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe hybrid to buy new.
NHTSA complaints: 11 complaints on record (third generation)NHTSA recalls: 2 recalls: 25V657000 (backup camera software) and 26V179000 (labels)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 22 combined mpg 2WD (21 city / 24 highway) and 20 combined mpg 4WD, twin-turbo V6 hybridPrice (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $64,370 starting MSRP new per KBB.com; used price not publishedNotable changes: New 1794 Edition trim, a towing technology package with Trailer Backup Guide, and massaging seats on the Platinum, 1794 Edition and Capstone
The 2025 Sequoia has 11 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls, and the twin-turbo V6 hybrid rates 22 combined mpg 2WD and 20 combined mpg 4WD, the best of the ten. It added the 1794 Edition trim and a towing technology package. KBB.com lists a starting MSRP of $64,370 and no used price.
Go ifThe best fuel economy of the ten, with only 2 recalls
Skip ifYou want a Sequoia under $50,000
Why #6 over #7: It has 11 NHTSA complaints versus 12 for the 2013, and 22 combined mpg versus 15.
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2013 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe cheap V8.
NHTSA complaints: 12 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 3 recalls: 17V311000 (wheel lugs and nuts), 21V920000 and 21E103000 (power steering)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (13 city / 18 highway) and 14 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $46,675 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $14,150Notable changes: Update history around this year: Entune became standard on the SR5 for 2012 and a Blu-ray DVD player was added for 2014
The 2013 Sequoia has 12 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls, and the same 15 combined mpg 2WD V8. The SR5 started at $46,675 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $14,150. Entune became standard on the SR5 for 2012.
Go ifA used SR5 from $14,150 with the 5.7-liter V8
Skip ifYou want fewer complaints than the 2015 or 2017
Why #7 over #8: It has 12 NHTSA complaints versus 39 for the 2023.
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2023 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe first hybrid.
NHTSA complaints: 39 complaints on record (third generation)NHTSA recalls: 5 recalls, including 23V468000 (spare tire chain) and 24V125000 (automatic transmission)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 22 combined mpg 2WD (21 city / 24 highway) and 20 combined mpg 4WD, twin-turbo V6 hybridPrice (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $64,460 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $53,100Notable changes: All-new third generation: twin-turbo V6 hybrid standard with 437 hp, 5.7-liter V8 dropped
The 2023 Sequoia is the first third-generation year, with a standard twin-turbo V6 hybrid at 437 hp and 22 combined mpg 2WD. It has 39 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls, including 23V468000 for the spare tire chain. The SR5 started at $64,460 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $53,100.
Go ifThe first hybrid Sequoia, with 437 hp and 22 combined mpg
Skip ifYou want the fewer recalls of the 2025
Why #8 over #9: It has 39 NHTSA complaints versus 67 for the 2008, and 5 recalls versus 9.
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2008 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe cheapest redesigned year.
NHTSA complaints: 67 complaints on record (second generation)NHTSA recalls: 9 recalls, including 10V017000 (accelerator pedal) and 21V920000 (power steering)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (14 city / 19 highway) and 15 combined mpg 4WD, 5.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $46,874 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $8,850Notable changes: All-new generation unveiled at the November 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show, with an optional 381 hp 5.7-liter V8 and 6-speed automatic
The 2008 Sequoia is the first redesigned second-generation year, unveiled at the November 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show with an optional 381 hp 5.7-liter V8. It has 67 NHTSA complaints and 9 recalls, including 10V017000 for the accelerator pedal. The SR5 started at $46,874 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $8,850.
Go ifA used SR5 from $8,850 with the redesigned second-generation body
Skip ifYou want fewer than 9 recalls
Why #9 over #10: It has 67 NHTSA complaints versus 352 for the 2005.
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2005 Toyota Sequoia
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Answrs VerdictThe first-generation facelift.
NHTSA complaints: 352 complaints on record (first generation)NHTSA recalls: 11 recalls, including 19V741000 and 18V883000 (passenger air bag inflator)Fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov): 15 combined mpg 2WD (14 city / 17 highway) and 15 combined mpg 4WD, 4.7-liter V8Price (KBB.com, checked 10-27-2026): $33,035 original MSRP for the SR5; KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $7,000Notable changes: Minor facelift: the V8 gained VVT-i and 42 hp, and a 5-speed automatic replaced the 4-speed
The 2005 Sequoia is the first-generation facelift, with a V8 that gained VVT-i and 42 hp and a 5-speed automatic. It has 352 NHTSA complaints and 11 recalls, including 19V741000 for the passenger air bag inflator. The SR5 started at $33,035 and KBB.com lists a used SR5 from $7,000, the lowest of the ten.
Go ifThe lowest used price of the ten, from $7,000
Skip ifYou want fewer complaints or recalls
How we ranked these
We ranked ten Toyota Sequoia model years, one pick per year, on NHTSA complaints on record (fewest first), then NHTSA recalls, then fuel economy and price. Complaint and recall counts come from the NHTSA API as of 10-27-2026; newer years have had less time to collect complaints, so the count favors them. Fuel economy is from fueleconomy.gov, and the original MSRP and used price are the KBB.com figures for the SR5, checked 10-27-2026. Used prices change weekly. NHTSA lists the 2023 and later hybrid under Sequoia Hybrid. The photos show the right design era for each year, not the exact trim: the 2005 first-generation facelift, the 2008 and 2013 to 2017 second-generation looks, the refreshed 2018 and later second generation, and the third generation. All ten are credited Wikimedia Commons photos. Facts are taken from each maker's own published information; check the official site before you buy.
Questions people ask
What is the best Toyota Sequoia model year?
The 2022 Toyota Sequoia: 1 NHTSA complaint, 2 recalls, 15 combined mpg 2WD and a used SR5 from $37,100 on KBB.com. The 2021 and 2020 follow.
Which Toyota Sequoia years should you avoid?
The first-generation 2005 has 352 NHTSA complaints and 11 recalls, and the 2008 has 67 complaints and 9 recalls. The 2023 has 39 complaints and 5 recalls.
How many miles per gallon does a Toyota Sequoia get?
fueleconomy.gov rates the 2013 to 2022 5.7-liter V8 at 15 combined mpg 2WD and 14 combined mpg 4WD. The 2023 and 2025 hybrid V6 rates 22 combined mpg 2WD and 20 combined mpg 4WD.
How much is a used Toyota Sequoia?
KBB.com lists a used Sequoia SR5 from $7,000 for the 2005, $14,150 for the 2013, $25,300 for the 2017 and $37,100 for the 2022, as checked 10-27-2026.
NHTSA complaints on record at a glance
2022 Toyota Sequoia1 complaints
2021 Toyota Sequoia4 complaints
2020 Toyota Sequoia4 complaints
2017 Toyota Sequoia7 complaints
2015 Toyota Sequoia9 complaints
2025 Toyota Sequoia11 complaints
2013 Toyota Sequoia12 complaints
2023 Toyota Sequoia39 complaints
2008 Toyota Sequoia67 complaints
2005 Toyota Sequoia352 complaints
NHTSA complaints on record, as published by each maker. Picks without a published figure are left off.
