Toyota Sequoia

Sequoia's 3.4L twin-turbo V6 i-FORCE MAX hybrid system produces 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, giving this enormous SUV surprisingly strong acceleration. The 0–100 km/h time is approximately 5.8–6.0 seconds, depending on configuration and testing conditions. It uses four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, Brake Assist and electronic brake-force management.

In real Bangladesh conditions, you can expect approximately 5–7 km/L in heavy city traffic, 8–10 km/L on highways and around 6–8 km/L combined. Dhaka traffic, air-conditioning use, passenger load and frequent acceleration can push city fuel consumption toward the lower end. Toyota's US EPA rating is higher, with the RWD version reaching up to 22 mpg combined, but Bangladesh driving conditions are substantially more demanding.

The 2026 Sequoia is available in SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, TRD Pro and Capstone grades. SR5 suits you if you want the core Sequoia experience without paying for every luxury feature. Limited adds more comfort and technology. Platinum and 1794 Edition move further into luxury territory, while TRD Pro focuses on off-road capability. Capstone is the most luxury-oriented specification with premium materials and equipment.

Sequoia's substantial ground clearance, powerful hybrid drivetrain and available 4WD make it capable on Bangladesh's uneven roads. However, its over two-metre width and more than 5.2-metre length are important considerations. Dhaka's narrow streets, crowded parking areas, tight apartment basements and congested shopping areas can make manoeuvring difficult. On highways and open roads, its size becomes much less of a problem. You should pay particular attention to road width, parking space and turning room before choosing a Sequoia for everyday Dhaka use.

The Sequoia is comfortable and extremely powerful in city traffic, but it is not a small or easy-to-place vehicle. Its large dimensions require more attention when driving through Dhaka's narrow roads, busy intersections and crowded parking areas. The elevated driving position, parking assistance, cameras and advanced safety systems help considerably. If you have a large parking space and regularly travel with a family, the cabin comfort is excellent. For very tight urban areas, however, a smaller SUV is easier to live with.

Maintenance costs are considerably higher than those of smaller Toyota SUVs because of the Sequoia's twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain, large tyres, larger brakes and heavier vehicle. A routine service can easily cost ৳15,000–30,000 or more, depending on oil, filters and workshop. For yearly routine maintenance, keeping around ৳50,000–1 lakh or more available is sensible, excluding major repairs, tyres and unexpected hybrid or suspension work. Imported parts can also be substantially more expensive than parts for common Toyota models in Bangladesh.

Yes, the Toyota Sequoia default is well suited to Bangladesh roads, with 180 mm of ground clearance and a SUV body that handles speed breakers and uneven road sections well.

Check the VIN, manufacturing date, exact grade, drivetrain, hybrid system specification, warranty, import documents and final registration costs. Inspect the body for shipping damage, paint marks and panel gaps. Test the twin-turbo engine, 10-speed transmission, hybrid operation, air-conditioning, power seats, touchscreen, cameras, parking sensors, power tailgate, lights and all electronic systems. Also verify the exact wheel and tyre specification, safety equipment and connected-service availability because equipment can vary between grades and markets.

The biggest disadvantages are its large physical size, high purchase price, high running costs and relatively poor practicality in tight urban environments. Fuel consumption remains significant despite the hybrid system because this is a very large SUV with a powerful twin-turbo V6. Parking can also be difficult in Dhaka. The third-row seating is useful, but using all three rows reduces available luggage space considerably.