2026 Toyota Sequoia in Hagerstown, MD
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia combines a hybrid powertrain, full-size SUV dimensions, advanced towing systems, and multiple drivetrain configurations. Toyota equips every 2026 Toyota Sequoia with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid system, which integrates a twin-turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor to support towing, cargo hauling, passenger capacity, and long-distance driving. The model lineup includes SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro, and Capstone grades, with both 4×2 and 4×4 configurations available across most trims.
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia uses a body-on-frame platform paired with independent front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension system. Interior configurations support seven or eight passengers, depending on trim level and seating arrangement. The SUV also includes Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5, a 10-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, and multiple multimedia configurations with available 14-inch touchscreen systems.
Passenger Space and Interior Measurements
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia offers seating capacity for seven or eight passengers depending on the seating layout. Front-row headroom measures 39.2 inches with both moonroof and panoramic roof configurations. Second-row headroom measures 38.4 inches with moonroof-equipped models and 37.5 inches with panoramic roof configurations. Third-row headroom measures 35.6 inches.
Front-row legroom measures 41.2 inches. Second-row legroom measures 39.2 inches. Third-row legroom ranges from 28.1 to 33.7 inches based on seat positioning.
Front shoulder room measures 65.0 inches, while second-row shoulder room measures 61.8 inches and third-row shoulder room measures 62.6 inches. Front hip room measures 62.6 inches. Second-row hip room measures 60.8 inches, while third-row hip room measures 50.9 inches.
Cargo volume measures 86.9 cubic feet behind the first row. Folding the third row expands cargo capacity behind the second row to 49.0 cubic feet. Cargo volume behind the third row ranges from 22.3 to 11.5 cubic feet, depending on seating configuration.
Interior Seating and Cabin Features
Interior seating materials vary by trim level. SR5 models use fabric-trimmed seats with power-adjustable front seating and lumbar support. Limited grades use leather-trimmed seating surfaces. The Platinum and Capstone trims add premium contrast stitching and expanded seat adjustment functionality. TRD Pro models use SofTex®-trimmed seats with a technical camo pattern and contrast stitching.
Heated front seats are standard on SR5 models. Heated and ventilated front seats are standard on Limited and TRD Pro trims. Platinum and Capstone grades include heated and ventilated front and rear seating.
Second-row seating configurations include 60/40 split bench seating or captain’s chairs, depending on the trim. Third-row seating uses power reclining and fold-down functions on multiple grades. Toyota also includes a multi-level adjustable cargo shelf system throughout the lineup.
Additional cabin equipment includes ambient lighting, illuminated storage areas, heated steering wheels, leather-trimmed steering wheels, panoramic roof availability, wireless smartphone charging, digital rearview mirrors, and three-zone automatic climate control.
Multimedia Systems and Digital Displays
Toyota equips SR5 trims with an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and an eight-speaker audio system. Wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatibility are standard. SiriusXM® capability and Toyota connected services are also included.
A 14-inch touchscreen system is available on SR5 trims and standard on Limited models. Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone grades include a 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system with JBL® premium audio. This configuration includes 14 JBL® speakers, an amplifier, and a subwoofer.
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia also includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with selectable display screens for fuel economy information, vehicle data, Driver Assist functions, and warning notifications. Selected trims include a 10-inch color head-up display with speedometer, navigation, and hybrid system indicator information.
Panoramic View Monitor with cameras and a backup camera with a projected path are standard throughout the lineup. Additional interior technology includes Smart Key System with Push Button Start, multiple USB charging points, remote connected services, and available 400W/120V AC power outlets.
Safety Systems and Driver Assistance Technology
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia includes Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 on every trim level. This package includes the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, and Automatic High Beams. Road Sign Assist is also included as part of the standard safety suite. Toyota combines these systems with the Star Safety System, which includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist, and Smart Stop Technology.
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia includes eight airbags, including driver- and passenger-side airbags, knee airbags, and curtain airbags. The Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Merge Warning is standard across all trims. Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking is also standard throughout the lineup.
Additional safety and convenience systems include Hill Start Assist Control, Drive-Start Control, Tire Pressure Monitor System, child-protector rear door locks, and LATCH anchors for child seats on all outboard second-row seats. Three-point seatbelts are installed in all seating positions with Emergency Locking Retractor and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor functionality integrated into passenger seating positions.
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia also includes Safety Connect capability with Emergency Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, and Automatic Collision Notification support. A roof-mounted shark-fin antenna is standard across all trim levels.
Twin-Turbo Hybrid Powertrain Specifications
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia uses the i-FORCE MAX 3.4-liter aluminum block V6 hybrid engine. The engine features twin turbochargers with water-cooled intercoolers, a 24-valve dual overhead camshaft layout, chain drive, and Dual VVT-i variable valve timing. Total displacement measures 3,445 cc with an 85.5 mm bore and a 100 mm stroke. Compression ratio is rated at 10.4:1.
This hybrid powertrain produces 437 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 583 lb-ft of torque at 2,400 rpm. Toyota pairs the engine with a Direct Ignition System using iridium-tipped spark plugs. Fuel delivery uses the D-4ST direct injection and port injection systems. The 2026 Toyota Sequoia operates on 87-octane unleaded fuel and meets LEV III emissions certification standards.
The hybrid system integrates a permanent magnet synchronous motor positioned between the engine and transmission. The electric motor generates 48 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Toyota uses a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery pack with a rated voltage of 288 volts and a maximum system voltage of 650 volts. Battery capacity is rated at 1.87 kWh.
EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings reach 21 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined for 4×2 models. Four-wheel drive models are rated at 19 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined.
Disclaimer: EPA-estimated 21 city/24 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2026 Sequoia SR5 and Limited 4×2; EPA-estimated 19 city/22 highway/20 combined mpg rating for 2025 Sequoia SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone 4×4. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
Transmission Systems and Drivetrain Engineering
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia uses a 10-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with intelligence. The transmission includes sequential shift mode, uphill and downhill shift logic, and TOW/HAUL driving modes. First gear carries a 4.92 ratio, while tenth gear uses a 0.61 ratio. Reverse gear ratio is 4.30.
The 4×2 configuration uses rear-wheel drive with an Automatic Limited-Slip Differential. The 4×4 system uses 4WDemand part-time four-wheel drive with an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case. High-range gearing is rated at 1.000, while low-range gearing is rated at 2.640. Differential ratio is 3.31 across the lineup.
Toyota applies the hybrid motor-generator system between the engine and transmission in both drivetrain layouts. This arrangement supports low-speed torque delivery, towing performance, and throttle response under load conditions.
Suspension Design and Chassis Configuration
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia Core models use an independent double-wishbone front suspension with a stabilizer bar and twin-tube shock absorbers. Rear suspension uses a multi-link design with coil springs and outboard-mounted twin-tube shocks. Toyota also offers Adaptive Variable Suspension and Load-leveling Rear Height Control Air Suspension on select grades.
TRD Off-Road models include off-road suspension tuning with monotube Bilstein shocks. TRD Pro models use TRD-tuned off-road suspension components with 2.5-inch FOX Internal Bypass coil-over front shocks and rear remote-reservoir shocks. TRD Pro models also include a TRD Pro front stabilizer bar.
Electronic Power Steering supports the rack-and-pinion steering system. The turning radius measures 20.1 feet on standard models and 22.3 feet on TRD Pro models. The turning circle diameter measures 40.2 feet on standard models and 44.5 feet on TRD Pro configurations.
Front braking hardware uses 13.9-inch ventilated disc brakes with opposed dual-piston calipers. Rear braking uses 13.6-inch ventilated disc brakes with single-piston calipers. An Electric Parking Brake system is standard across all trims.
Exterior Dimensions and Ground Clearance Data
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia rides on a 122.0-inch wheelbase and measures 208.1 inches in overall length. Overall width is 79.6 inches. Height varies by trim and drivetrain configuration. Standard models range from 74.2 to 74.6 inches tall, while the TRD Pro measures 77.7 inches in height.
Front tread width measures 68.6 inches on standard models and 69.6 inches on TRD Pro variants. Rear tread width measures 68.4 inches on standard models and 69.4 inches on TRD Pro models.
Ground clearance reaches 8.6 inches on most 2WD and 4WD trims. TRD Pro models increase ground clearance to 9.1 inches. Standard approach and departure angles are rated at 15 and 20 degrees. TRD Pro models improve approach angle measurement to 23 degrees while maintaining a 20-degree departure angle.
Wheel Configurations and Exterior Equipment
Wheel sizes range from 18-inch alloy wheels to 22-inch dark chrome alloy wheels, depending on trim. SR5 trims use 18-inch alloy wheels with P265/70R18 tires. The Limited and Platinum trims use 20-inch alloy wheels with P265/60R20 tires. Capstone models use 22-inch dark chrome and machined-finish alloy wheels with P265/50R22 tires.
TRD Off-Road models use black TRD alloy wheels with all-terrain tires, including Michelin® LTX Trail or Falken WILDPEAK tires, depending on configuration. TRD Pro models use 18-inch black forged-aluminum BBS wheels with 33-inch Falken WILDPEAK all-terrain tires.
Exterior lighting systems include LED headlights, LED fog lights, LED taillights, sequential turn signals, Trailer Reverse Assist lighting, and available automatic leveling headlights. TRD Pro models add LED marker lights and an integrated LED light bar within the heritage-style grille.
Additional exterior equipment includes heated power-folding mirrors, power-extending tow mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, gloss black pillars, roof rails, mudguards, and power-extending running boards on select trims.
Off-Road Systems and TRD Equipment
Toyota offers dedicated off-road hardware through the TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro configurations. The TRD Off-Road Package includes Bilstein shock absorbers, all-terrain tires, an electronically controlled locking rear differential, skid plate protection, Multi-Terrain Select, Crawl Control, and Downhill Assist Control.
TRD Off-Road models also include TRD badging, aluminum sport pedals, a TRD leather shift knob, and red TRD engine start button details. Tire configurations vary by trim level, with both 18-inch and 20-inch all-terrain wheel and tire combinations available.
TRD Pro models expand the off-road equipment list with FOX internal bypass suspension components, forged-aluminum BBS wheels, 33-inch all-terrain tires, TRD Pro stabilizer hardware, a dual-tip exhaust system, and technical camo overfenders with marker lighting.
The TRD Pro exterior also includes a black heritage-style grille with integrated LED lighting, black window molding, and specialized hood badging. Interior equipment includes a TRD Pro steering wheel with a red center stripe and TRD-specific seat materials.
Towing Technology and Utility Features
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia integrates multiple towing support systems across the lineup. Maximum towing capacity reaches 9,520 pounds on properly configured SR5 2WD models.
Maximum tongue weight reaches 952 pounds on SR5 2WD models. Payload capacity ranges from 1,375 pounds to 1,730 pounds depending on trim level and drivetrain configuration.
Available towing equipment includes power-extending tow mirrors with convex spotter and work light functionality. Toyota also offers Trailer Backup Guide with Straight Path Assist through the Tow Technology Package.
Trailer Reverse Assist lighting improves visibility while reversing with a trailer attached. TOW/HAUL driving modes are integrated into the transmission calibration to support trailer stability and gear management under heavy load conditions.
Visit Younger Toyota for a Test Ride
Drivers interested in evaluating the hybrid powertrain, towing systems, suspension configurations, and technology features of the 2026 Toyota Sequoia can schedule a test drive at Younger Toyota in Hagerstown, MD. A test drive allows direct comparison of the available trim levels, including SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone models. Visitors can examine the 10-speed automatic transmission behavior, cabin technology systems, digital displays, and available four-wheel drive functionality during on-road operation. The 2026 Toyota Sequoia lineup also provides an opportunity to evaluate seating layouts, cargo space flexibility, towing visibility systems, and suspension performance across multiple driving conditions. Contact the dealership team to arrange a test drive appointment and review available 2026 Toyota Sequoia configurations and equipment packages.
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