How Reliable is a 250,000 Mile Toyota Sequoia? Budget Overland Vehicle 

My 01 Sequoia is at 305k miles and running strong!

Hell the break in period is at around 200,000 miles. She's good for at least another 600k easy.

Own a 2001 Sequoia. Great vehicle, 320,000 miles and still going strong. Minor glitches here and there but it just keep going and going and going. Best vehicle I have ever owned.

2007 SR5 4wd leather seats. I got it at 143000 miles and now at 174000, never failed to move nor start in this cold weather in North Dakota (-45°f) no block heater. I just changed the plugs, front rotors and pads, I cleaned MAF sensor yesterday. Now powerful than before. Best part is the sound of a powerful engine when I start her up, roars like a lion in the jungle. I feel like I rule.

My 2007 V8 4Runner has 506,000 miles on it (I was a catastrophe insurance adjuster so those miles are a lot of city driving in the south during the summer and that doesn't include countless hours idling in insured's driveways while writing up claims). I bought it new in 2006 and it's been paid off for over ten years. No rust no leaks. In my experience, there are a handful of things that help a vehicle last a long time. 1. start with good engineering. Compared to the new Ford and Dodge trucks I've owned, the 4Runner doesn't have weird rattles after 12,000 miles. Still doesn't rattle. 2. always always always keep up with routine maintenance - If it's time to replace the water pump, etc... just do it. 3. learn what components will typically go out and replace those early as preventative maintenance - aka like the radiator before it becomes a problem. 4. drive like my grandma - don't speed, accelerate fast, or brake hard (unless you must). Offroad driving isn't kind to any vehicle either (sure is fun tho). Treat this thing like it's new, even when it's not. I think a lot of vehicles besides Toyotas can last a long time if they're taken care of. There's a conventional wisdom out there that high mileage vehicles are junk.. there's certainly truth to that. But I was somebody who always bought a brand new vehicle every two years before this 4Runner and I can tell you that even though I've had to replace expensive things like the AC system a couple of years ago, I've saved tens of thousands of dollars over the years in car payments and finance charges by just taking care of a paid off vehicle. All that money I'm saving will one day get me an electric self-driving flying Land Cruiser.

Look at all these comments from fellow Sequoia owners !!!! Nice to see. I have a 2006.

300k on mine and still kikn. They’re notorious for cats goin out, cut them out, fixed with a straight pipe and flow master. Ac is ice cold. They go to a million miles. If you got one, keep it 👍🏼

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Picked up a 2005 Black Limited Sequoia at an auction that was donated through Goodwill. It has 220,000 currently got it for $1,500 (lucky) took it to get new Michelin Tires then to the Dealership (Stealership) to get the Timing Belt, water pump, belt tensioner, serpentine belt and idler pulley. Asked the dealership if it had any records and turns out it had 92 pages of documented maintenance and 1 owner! I'm currently on the same path in turning ours into an Overland Vehicle. Good luck with yours and new adventures. Don't go searching for the Monolith haha

Your wife's review of the sequoia is how my wife review her cars 😂😂

Got a 2004 Toyota sequoia, 16 years old, 248,000 miles,still looks good and runs good

👍I love my Sequoia. I suggest you drive until it just won’t drive any more. I’ve been buying them since 2005. I’ve had other “fancy” cars...Mercedes, Maserati, Range and I always seem to go for the key to the Sequoia. Never had any problems. Finally, I stopped being ridiculous with multiple cars (I’m only one person & really only need one vehicle) now it’s just the Sequoia for me and I have no regrets at all. 😍 Wishing you both the best. 💝

My 2001 Sequoia limited has 250k on it and it runs great. I still have a smile on my face every time I drive it and I bought it brand new 20+ years ago.

Enjoy your “new to you Sequoia” I’ll follow your journey. Greetings from CA.

I have a 2002 camry 262,000 and run really strong start like a new car. Before I have a 1995 Camry with 489,000 miles I sale running start like new. Toyota car is the best car in the market now. Now I have 2016 Toyota Tundra TRD off road. 😁 wow what a great truck.

My sequoia, just turning 455,000 miles and counting I love it

I just purchased an 04 limited with 140k miles. Your channel is awesome and had gotten me so excited to get out with the new rig and explore. Love y’all’s content a ton!

Thanks for the review! Wife and I are looking at buying a Sequoia to turn into a overlander as well. From you and the others that I've talked to seems like an excellent choice! Keep living life!

We just bought our 2011 sequoia last year and it is the absolute best vehicle we could have for my family. Even after a year I really enjoy driving it, it is solid!!!

I see plenty of these things selling with double that mileage! Don’t roll it down a cliff and they can treat you well. I bought a 05 blazer for the winter and I must’ve got lucky because mine has not a squeak while driving! Your absolutely right about the overall quality though

Great video..proud owner of a 2006 toyota sequoia limited 4wd with air suspension and captain chairs rear entertainment center boight it off the original owner.. back then the sequoia cost him 59k, I won't be selling it, its just a perfect size for parking and driving daily ...the new sequoia looks like a bloated whale. Great video and hello from Long Beach, Ca

Really enjoy watching these videos!

417k on my 2001 sequoia and runs like the day it rolled off the showroom floor! They are amazing machines

Great videos man! keep the videos coming. we will hit 1k in no time!

My 04 has 195k miles. Everything works. Changed timing belt after 158k miles. Old belt looked great. Love it!!!!!

I bought a 205,000 mi 2008 - changed all fluids got a wheel alignment and replaced the belt - i have the 5.7L - super comfy - love it

Hey Fraziers. I just found yall. Very entertaining. Thanks for doing what you sending. Sending positive vibes- keep doing what your doing

I have an 04 Limited with 270,000 miles on it. I’ve upgraded the brakes to slotted/drilled/zinc plated rotors and upgraded pads, installed stainless lines, new calipers and master cylinder. Replaced the stereo with a touchscreen Apple CarPlay unit with backup camera. Replaced the amplifier and all speakers and added a 12 inch subwoofer. Had a split bumper cover repaired and the bodywork taken care of. Fresh factory dark green paint added. Installed new satin bronze aftermarket wheels and new Michelin tires, and converted all the interior/exterior lights to LED. It runs GREAT and I absolutely love it !!! The only thing it doesn’t do well is pass a gas station 🤣 I drive fairly average but tend towards aggressive with braking and acceleration. I’m religious about maintenance and use Amsoil full synthetic oil. The only unscheduled failure I’ve had through all these years and miles is the battery. They’ll be prying the keys to my “LandCrab” out of my cold dead hands !!!!

Just bought an 01 4WD SR5 and looooove it. This is good content guys. Thanks!

I used to own a 99 jeep Cherokee and I loved it, it was fun, had a good lift big tires. It was mostly reliable except a couple times left me on the side of the road. Had a lot of electrical issues also. Now I have a family and bought a 01 sequoia and in comparison to the jeep the sequoia just blows it out of the water. That being said I still love jeep Cherokees.

$700 for timing belt including parts was good. I agree, Sequoia is a great vehicle. I have a 4Runner but also a 2009 Wrangler Rubicon. My Wrangler has 120k miles with a lot of those miles off road. No issues with the Wrangler knock on wood lol

Love my 07 Sequoia! Just hit 155K and runs stronger than ever. Just started modifying it with performance upgrades and small lift kit. Can't wait for 100K more miles.

I have a 2006 with 175K miles, only issues were hood latch and rear hatch latch needed replacement. We've done regular maintenance and its been solid since we bought it new. I love the truck its a keeper. I get people wanting to buy it all the time.

My 2001 Sequoia limited is at 260k and still running like a champ.. I’m grateful for this vehicle

I had a radiator, brake booster, and rack/pinion issues around 125k miles, and haven't had anything else go bad since then. Super reliable vehicles.

Color grade on this video is 👌🏽

Great video! Same here new cats and 02 sensors and just replaced my radiator and hoses at 212K.

2004 Toyota Sequoia 296,349 mile runs like brand new! I love this truck

Dope! Thanks for the info really interested in how this series

mine has 245k on it. Bought it with 138K from a used car lot. We went to look and i saw it in the back covered in dust (hadn't even been placed on the lot yet) Your video is accurate as far as parts needing replaced at our mileage. I will be replacing the whole exhaust system ( i needed a new o2 sensoand the stock exhaust is pretty rusty) I replaced the radiator as well as the stock one finally cracked. I will also be replacing the two front axles and both upper and lower ball joints (due to mileage. Currently runs fine). I charged the ac system once, replaced my valve cover gaskets. I also need to replace the timing belt. I also replaced the rear latch handle and locking system and the front driver side door locking mechanism and new cable. Other than the usual maintenance stuff, our vehicles are super solid and very underrated! throughout the seasons other than winter, i scrub out the engine on a regular basis with simple green and brushes from dollar tree (best place i have found for engine cleaning supplies) I also sprayed the bottom of the vehicle with a rust preventer and i also scrub out all of the suspension components. Trying to get mine to 500k miles!! Currently 04 with a 3 inch lift and i have the same wheels coming that i commented on in one of your videos (Fuel AMMO 17x9 with a -12 offset) i also run the spidertraxx wheels spacers (1.25 inch) and i use BFG KO2's. I am also a fan of 1st genoffroad that you mentioned in a previous video. I had it in a shop ONCE and the manager was underneath the car for w/e reason (later found out why, the tech ha called him over) he comes over to me and asked me if i had dropped a new motor in it and i said, "no" then he asked me, "how in the hell do you keep everything so clean with that amount of miles on it?" I told him i bought it with 138K and just take care of it.

I'm looking for my first adventure vehicle after I graduate! I definitely want a vehicle I can sleep in. This video is awesome! I'll consider this

Just got my sequoia 2010 5.7 V8 I’m just loving this truck it’s a perfect match runs like a beast big strong powerful beauty I usually change cars every year but I think I’m done changing this truck completes me.

Great video and review guys! I have been considering buying an early Sequoia for the same purpose as you bought yours. I too am looking at higher mileage examples due to their affordable entry level price point for what you get in and out of the vehicle. And, one big purchase point for me too is no odd smells from the interior! VERY important I might add!

just bought a 2004 ,,2 days ago. im totally amazed, and im a GMC CHEVY trucks, SUV fan,big fan.. my first Toyota, and i pretty impressed..

Nice video! And love your 07 Sequoia! I have an 03 and my wife has a 2010 Sequoia. Our Sequoia is a great family adventure vehicle for camping and off-roading.

Just bout a 2005 with 285,000 miles. Not worried at all. Aiming for half a million before my first oil change

I just got one with 240k. It was beaten on, but is still a great vehicle. All components of the rear hatch are toast. The power lock actuator had broke in the locked position, the cable was seized, and the handle was broken! Really all from a simple lack of lubrication. It will need upstream O2 sensors due to the heating elements failing. But it runs like new and drives great. I got mine cheap and plan to bring its condition up to a higher level. I plan on keeping this one for a long while. FYI, my sunroof worked, but was slow. I opened it and put white lithium grease on the track and it was twice as fast. If your drivers window is slower than the others, lube the track with the same and you will save the motor. In fact, lube them all. Especially lube the hatch window tracks. The handles are a common failure point, and if your window stops working too it will be a huge headache. These things are built like a tank. Enjoy

That last shot is ✨immaculate✨

great video brother, keep em coming

Awesome video loved the quality, now im thinking abt keeping mine lol

I love that they haven't really changed. I have a 2011 and had a rear window and defrost problem. Found a thread from 2003 and held down the rear window button for 10 seconds and problem solved. 2003 to 2011. If it ain't broke don't fix it.

2004 Limited Black on gray 189K Runs excellent - all bells and whistles work! Love my Black Beast.

"When we bought it...we bought it from a pretty...uh... fairly sketch used car lot that did not inspire a ton of confidence. But we took a gamble." Loved it lol I'm glad when a gamble works out from sketchy used car lots that did not inspire a ton of confidence. Looking for my own sequoia/4runner ATM. So, it's encouraging.

Just drove my 01 sequoia with 150000 miles from Washington to California and back, basically had snow from northern Cali to Washington, it preformed amazing. Probably the best vehicle I have drove in the snow.

I love everything about this channel and video

I am the original owner of my 2015 Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab. My baby just broke 27K on the odo. She may just outlive me. I love those old Sequoias... may have to look for one and have some fun reconditioning it, but I certainly don't want a money pit either. I Subbed!

My brother n law is selling me his. It's a 02. For 2000$. Good to hear all the positive reviews

My friend has a 2003 loves his so much he’s around 375,000 miles and still cooking👍🏻

Welcome to Utah! I'm currently in the market for a 1st Gen Sequoia and I appreciate your videos and insights! I'm down in Utah County, we might need a Utah Sequoia overloading group. haha

113,000 miles on our 1993 Toyota Pickup [22R-E I-4] - $2,500 305,000 miles on our 1999 Toyota 4Runner [5VZ-FE V6] - $3,500 284,000 miles on our 2006 Toyota Tundra [2UZ-FE V8] - $5,500 Total cost for all three: $11,500 . . . and over a decade of trouble-free driving to fun remote places! :)

Thanks for the video 👍. Just bought a 05 sequoia with 240k mi.... definitely a good deal and definitely runs a lot smoother than most newer vehicles to my surprise. 😮

Such a modest build man well done. I would have gone sequoia if bed space wasn’t a necessity.

Just bought my 02 sequoia and I also have the same experience of the sunroof not operating, it tries to pop it up on the left button but doesn't, and the retract button doesn't do anything. Only problems I have with it are as follows: mold inside due to it sitting for awhile in our lovely oregon environment, front brakes need to be done, driver's side rear door doesn't fully unlock unless you do it manually (might be as simple as a bushing needing tweaked), cracked windshield, and a o2 sensor needs a look at because it comes up o2 sensor heater error on the obd check. Overall it is very strong, get the same fuel mileage as my Jeep liberty that the yota is replacing for my main rig, and is very roomy (very limited room in the Jeep, a buddies dad agrees with the lack of space in the liberties as they have one as well). Getting the brakes sorted out this weekend, putting on studded snow tires as well, getting it detailed on the interior next Tuesday, and over all for what I paid for it I have something that will last another 750k+ miles (has 260k right now).

Hey very proud of you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Im on my second sequoia with 260k and runs like a new car. Its a 2006 4x4. Some lady side swiped my first one 03 4x4 with same 260k and also ran as good. Best SUV out there. Better than some new ones

my dad has one and I'm trying to get the smog done and plates to run it. I also need to use it for work. the engine runs healthy

Subscribed, great content!

07 owner here. The only major problem is the rear door’s latch that will corrode overtime. Aside from that, this sequoia is awesome! I also own a merc, but I rather drive the sequoia - yes, I am a fanboy lol. Awesome video dudes, keep it up.

Got an 08, first year of the 2nd Gen and just crossed 555,555. We use it as the farm truck. Stock hauling. Bale dragging. We get into conversations with the neighbors who are bragging to each other that they're only on their second engine or third transmission and more than 250,000. When I tell them we've never done anything to the engine or tranny other than change the oil, they're mouths hang. So far, the major work we've done was after 450,000 ... Main seal. Rear bearings, radiator, rear window motor and assembly, rear latch, squirell cage fan for blowing heat, a cracked injector, a couple set of spark plugs, bunch of oil changes and brake pads, rotors and winshields but that's it. Everything else works. The sunroof and all power windows, latches, mirrors, seats, entertainment system. It's on the original muffler and though worn, the driver seat leather isn't even torn. They're not fuel efficient but that truck has brought me home through some of the worst storms imaginable-every time. Power, control, luxury ride and reliability like no oher vehicle I know. I creamed a deer one night on the right side, $10,000 damage and the only fluid that leaked was the winshield washer. It drove home straight and another 200 miles back to town to get fixed. Best truck Ever!

Heck yeah this is the type of video we needed proud owner of a 2003 Toyota sequoia here awesome car🤘🏼 lol Super funny because my used sequoia came smelling like smoke too LOL

Awesome video

Subscribed already! let's get these guys to 1000!

Thanks for the video!

Rented a Sequoia last year for a long weekend down in Georgia. LOVED the thing! Even with combination city/highway driving and running the air conditioner, I did not find the gas mileage to be too bad (for a vehicle this size). I live in a more densely populated city/state, so not as practical for parking and whatnot here, but I had absolutely zero complaints about the Sequoia.

My sequoia at around 230000 had the o2 sensor front left code as well. I just changed my timing belt. I had to spend about 800 for the job. The shop in California wanted to charge me 500 for non oem parts. I got my oem parts online for 250. Ended up paying 600 for labor.

Great video , I’m looking to get a sequoia thanks for posting 🇺🇸👍🏻

Thanks. I'm trying to decide which year to buy for non-overlanding. A 2013 or 2017. Have a blessed day.

My brother had a 2002 Toyota Sequoia 4x4. The big two issues he had with it was the engine computer, and it was replaced by the dealer for free under warranty. The second issue was with transmission after 120K miles. It was replaced by AAMCO, but I believed he was ripped off. My brother is terrible at vehicle maintenance, and it likely only needed a complete service. We used his Sequoia for hunting and camping. He traded it in to buy 4Runner.

Wow this really makes me want to get a Sequoia! I've been considering swapping out my 4Runner for something a little less overpriced.

I have a 2004 Toyota sequoia limited with 411,000 and i love it

Huge selling point of Sequoia - smells normal... lol... have a nice day deeps and enjoy your ride

My 2004 also came with the broke sunroof. Hopefully you will produce a how-to-fix video. Subscribed.

You guys are so cute.. her comment was gold. I love my Sequia too... i knew she was going to say that. Girls love the compartments/space as well. :D

these things are hard to beat for the money. Love my 200k mile 4.7 in the tundra! (that mind you was a 75 mph rollover i bought..)

I have a 2001 toyota tundra 4x4. Very strong! It has 249,690 miles! It is a one of a kind!

Most fun and reliable vehicle I've owned.

You guys are great 👍

Subscribed! I just purchased my first high mileage to me truck, 02 Silverado 4.8L with 153k on the clock So far I’ve replaced the intermediate shaft and cleaned the abs sensors. Other than that the engine still sounds super healthy and super comfy ride on the highway. Electronics work fine, I want to do some small trails with it and overlanding But when you live in Chicago you’ll be overlanding at Costco parking lots..............

My '02 has 315k miles and has one squeak from the sunroof when it's open. Everything works. Unleaded Anonymous meetings are the only penalty owning this rig. Little things go bad, but they are easy to fix. Mostly just age and maintenance items. Mine was smoke + dog. Took me three days to vacuum it.

Love my 03 sequoia

Typical Toyota Quality. I know.

Own 2008 Toyota Sequoia platinum 5.7 just under 300,000 miles… never any issues just change fluids regularly

Just bought a 2005 Sequoia with 200k on it. Best decision I've ever made, I hope it lasts me at least 10+ years.

Very good job on the quality of the video. How is the Sequoia now? It's been 2 years. I'm starting to look at these believe it or not

Thanks🗽

I also live in Planet Utah, purchased my 05 Sequoia a few months ago with 122k. It's in excellent condition but these rigs are so popular the price is rather steep nowadays. Paid 12k Yikes. We took in on a 2500 mile road trip and it performed flawless, averaging 14.6 mph, bout the same as my suburban. Looking forward to doing some over landing. Cheers

I just bought an '05 limited 4wd with 150k miles. $11k out the door. Perfect SUV for the upcoming baby and our pop up camper.

Toyotas will keep running, but 250,000 mile vehicles still need to have all the maintenance up to date, and the maintenance can add up. The benefit to Toyota is that it is worth the work and money to keep putting money into it to. I think in 1995-2005 was where Toyotas build quality peaked (1G Tundra & 1G Sequoia just seem more solid compared to my 2nd gen Tacoma). Our previous 2005 Sequoia was a great family vehicle for 4 years, the wife liked driving it, bought at 187k miles, I had to keep catching up the maintenance. Hoping to pick up a 2004 Seq in a few days, very excited!

I’ve got a 01 sitting at 300k and it’s been rolled, I still drive this thing every day, these things don’t die

Heck of a Vehicle!