2005 Toyota Sequoia | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

Crash Test

Not Tested

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

15 City / 18 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

282

Seats

8

Positive Owner Reviews

James Y

Repair/replacement history.

Seems to be a fairly reliable vehicle. My wife passed away 3 years ago and I have put probably 18000 miles on Toyota without any major problems. I have put 4 new tires on it. I get approximately 28 miles to the gallon. Had timing belt replaced about 6 months ago. This is only actual mechanical job needed on this vehicle.

Candice D

It is a family, safe, built to last, superb SUV. Take care of it and it will take care of you.

I love how reliable and dependable it is. I love how it accommodates my large family and can use it for moving, camping, beach, etc. The only complaint is that the spare tire is under the back of the car, for me it makes it inconvenient, I wish it had it in a more convenient location.

Sandra F

Toyota's are great vehicles.

I have always had Ford vehicles. I recently got a Toyota and I love it. I haven't had any problems since I got the SUV and that was 3 years ago. It has a mileage of a little over to 200, 000 and it is still running really good. I even traveled to Illinois from new Mexico in it and it still runs like a champ. It even has lights that help me out on what needs to be fixed even if the sir in the tires are low a light will start blinking just to let me know. It is a good truck.

Kari D

Wonderful features of the Toyota sequoia.

Smooth highway drive, very safe vehicle to drive, if SUV is maintained no major problems. Downside, does not get good gas mileage. Third row seat is a great feature, everyone fits easily in the vehicle. Lots of storage space for groceries, kids sports stuff, exc. Wonderful SUV and I highly recommend it, I will be purchasing another one in five years!

Clorinda W

Big enough to fit 7 people Drives wonderful in the snow. Great storage

Love everything 4 wheel drive. Tires. It's high Drives smoothly. Great family car

Amy M

The seat warmer and large capacity is my highlight on owning this vehicle.

The performance is excellent for it to be a older vehicle. Regular maintenance has been the most important factor in its performance.

Sean R

Toyota sequoia make an outstanding family SUV.

My 2005 Toyota sequoia is a great family SUV. Gas mileage could be better but, it is able to fit at least seven people comfortably and still has room for bags. I have the two wheel drive model really wish I would've gotten the four wheel drive just because we like to vacation in the snow. Only thing I had upgrade to make the car perfect was I had to install an aftermarket touchscreen stereo and have them install a back up camera. I do plan on adding a large roof rack so we will be able to carry more luggage we go on trips. This SUV has never let me down.

Darlene W

" The best made car on the road".

My car is well made, very few recalls. If you maintain your car it will last you a lifetime. Toyota is one of the best cars on the road. They are very comfortable even on a long road trip. So, do not think twice about any of the different models that Toyota makes.

Negative Owner Reviews

marty d

Some good mostly bad

Bought this 2005 Sequoia with 175,000 now has 180000. So far have replaced the radiator, air bags, valve cover gaskets, wheel speed sensors. Those I can live with, the check engine, vsc and trac off lights come on and put vehicle into limp mode and seems like no one knows how to fix it. Very common problem. So much for toyota reliability

Cheri G

No space 2005 Toyota Sequoia

It drives fine. Fuel efficiency is actually not bad considering it is a V8. However, other mechanical issues make it so I am not a total fan of the vehicle. The back window won't go up and down, won't defrost, and the back wiper won't work. The heater/AC dials are "spin dials" and they have not worked well for some time. Just a couple of days ago the speed of air dial dust stopped working all together. You can turn the heat/AC on, but it has to be full force. The stock radio dials have issues as well. You go to turn the radio down, and all of a.sudden it is blaring loud. For a vehicle that seats 8, there is next to no storage space for those 8 people.

Loan H

Expensive money to put gas.

Too much money for gas, turn fast will flip over. Loot of little problem with engine pipe. Break and tire sensor will not turn off even when it is fix. Mainly is gas problem.

Helen H

The amount of seats are very good and the model is what I like.

It is getting pretty old. It has broken down a few times and the oil needs to be changed pretty regularly. The car takes a lot of gas but the amount of seats in the car is good since I can drive more people and have more space to put more things in my car.

Loan D

Overall Toyota brand is reliable to drive and long lasting car.

It is big and comfortable to seat, but too expensive to put gasoline to drive. Minor break down once vehicle get to 100, 000 miles. Easy to flip if turning fast be caution. Overall performance is ok to drive in long distance travels. Sensor keeps flashing on tire even though fix it already. Computerize glitches.

Amanda G

It delivers on power and comfort. Have never worried about being stranded or not being able to make it up hills. Children always have room even in the third row.

Sequoia has plenty of room and sits well. Has minor mechanical issues. Most problems stem from the hatch.

Toyota Sequoia Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

SR5

282 HP 17-17 MPG 8 Seats

Limited

282 HP 17-17 MPG 8 Seats

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2005 Toyota Sequoia Owner Reviews

4.51

63 Reviews

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5 stars

62%

4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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marty d on June 26, 2021

Some good mostly bad

Bought this 2005 Sequoia with 175,000 now has 180000. So far have replaced the radiator, air bags, valve cover gaskets, wheel speed sensors. Those I can live with, the check engine, vsc and trac off lights come on and put vehicle into limp mode and seems like no one knows how to fix it. Very common problem. So much for toyota reliability

Kristina P on March 17, 2021

13 year old SUV that is still going strong.

Has some cheap parts that break easily, not essential/ more cosmetic, such as rear motor for window and wiper for rear window/ lock and handle for hatch. Comfortable, easy to drive and very roomy. Live the 4WD feature also. Not efficient on gas. No real issues with the vehicle, very reliable.

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Pros from Owners

Dawn J.

The roominess is great. I can see well out of the windows. I love the 3rd row seats as well as the option of removing them completely. I have never experienced a vehicle that slowed me down on the corners. That was at first annoying but once I realized it was a safety feature I embraced it.

Savina R.

It's a good family car and it really works well. It's also amazing because you're able to change it to 2 wheel drive and all wheel drive. Your able to flip the seats as well which help when needing to make more room. But sometimes gas prices can run pretty high if you don't drive it correctly.

Cons from Owners

Dawn J.

There have been several airbag recalls; the second one being on the airbags that were used to replace the original bags. That was incredibly disheartening. My four wheel drive does not perform as heavy duty as I wanted it to but I am used to a standard 4 wheel drive so I was expecting too much, really. You have to use 4 low always. And push the differential button. I just had to get used to that.

Savina R.

Gas prices can get pretty high. Also when you hit a certain number of miles the car begins to slowly die out. And when one simple thing goes wrong it messes everything else up. And it's easy to break the back handle to open the trunk which is annoying.

Ranks #2 Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2005 Toyota Sequoia has an average owner rating of 4.52 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Full Size SUVs.

1

2005 Ford Excursion

4.83

2

2005 Toyota Sequoia

4.51

3

2005 Chevrolet Tahoe

4.48

Ranks #2 Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Toyota Sequoia has a combined MPG of 18 which ranks it #2 of 8 other Full Size SUVs.

1

2005 Ford Explorer

20 MPG

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2005 GMC Yukon

18 MPG

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2005 Toyota Sequoia

18 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2005 Toyota Sequoia speaker size?

Answer: The 2005 Toyota Sequoia speaker size is 2 ohM6-3/4" front door. You will come into issues with the sound. The source could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle. Whatever the...

What is the transmission fluid capacity for the 2005 Sequoia?

Answer: The 2005 Toyota Sequoia useS4 quarts of transmission fluid. Toyota recommends that You use ATF-TYPE IV fluid and that You change it every 30,000 miles. The transmission fluid in Your SUV is very important...

What are the costs to replace the timing belt in a 2005 Sequoia?

Answer: Having a timing belt versus a chain, as You do on the 2005 Toyota Sequoia, is beneficial in that a swap is significantly less expensive. It's detrimental because it must be done at regular intervals to combat...

Where is the fuel filter located in the 2005 Sequoia?

Answer: The fuel filter on the 2005 sequoia is a part of the fuel pump. In most cases the fuel pump is along the underside of the vehicle, attached to the fuELRail. Getting to it is quite simple, as it is only held in...

On a 2005 Sequoia, what does Code p1442 mean?

Answer: The code p1442 on a 2005 Toyota Sequoia means that the second air injection vacuum valve is stuck closed. This means that the amount of oxygen that is being allowed into the engine is not correct. This will...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

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