With its robust body-on-frame construction, four-wheel independent suspension, generous ground clearance and powerful V8 engine, the Sequoia is already one of the most capable full-size SUVs on the market. The TRD Pro version comes standard with Multi-Mode 4WD, which is optional in other Sequoia grades.
One could never lose the 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro in the parking lot of an outdoor gear store. The TRD Pro “TOYOTA” grille leads the charge, flanked by LED headlights and, below, Rigid Industries LED fog lights. The Sequoia TRD Pro rolls on TRD 18 x 8-in. black BBS forged aluminium wheels wearing P275/65 R18 tires.
In addition to TRD Pro-exclusive Army Green, other exterior colour choices include Super White, Midnight Black Metallic and Magnetic Gray Metallic. Whichever colour is chosen, black TRD Pro front door badges quickly identify this special model. A TRD front skid plate helps protect the front suspension and oil pan during trail driving, while cast aluminium running boards and a TRD roof rack enhance function, convenience and the adventurous attitude.
Sequoia TRD Pro’s long roster of standard amenities include Smart Key with Push Button Start, 8-way power driver’s seat, power tilt/slide moonroof, and tri-zone automatic climate control with separate rear-seat controls. There’s no shortage of onboard music sources with the standard Premium Audio, which uses a high-resolution touchscreen display and includes Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™, Amazon Alexa compatibility™, AM/FM/HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, USB media port, plus Bluetooth hands-free phone capability and music streaming.
Like all Sequoia models, the TRD Pro offers just one powertrain — emphasis on power. The DOHC 5.7-litre i-FORCE V8, which uses regular-grade gasoline, produces 381-horsepower and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. It’s teamed with a six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. Notably, the big V8 produces 90 per cent of its peak torque at a low 2,200 rpm, a boon to towing. Compliant with the SAE J2807 towing standard, the Sequoia TRD Pro can tow up to 7,100 lbs. and features an integrated tow hitch, Driver-selectable Tow/Haul transmission mode and Trailer Sway Control.
The 2020 Sequoia TRD Pro is available exclusively as a 7-seat model, featuring middle-row captain’s chairs and a three-across third-row seat with 60/40 split backs that also recline. And there’s plenty of room for all. Second-row legroom stretches 40.9 inches, while the third row offers adult-size 35.3 in. legroom.
Carry lots of gear? The Sequoia TRD Pro can handle it. With both third-row seatbacks folded flat, there’s 66.6 cu. ft. of carrying space, enough to haul camping gear for four. With the second-row seatbacks also folded, the space increases to a cavernous 120.1 cu. ft., enough for a long camping trip. The Sequoia can even carry objects up to 11 feet long, provided the maximum weight is not exceeded.
Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) is standard on every Sequoia grade. This advanced active safety suite bundles the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Alert with Sway Warning System, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with full stop technology, plus Automatic High Beams. Sequoia gets even more safety with Standard Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
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