2026 Toyota Sequoia Adds More Luxury and Features at a Higher Price

Toyota’s largest SUV, the Sequoia, receives a refined update for the 2026 model year, bringing more luxury, interior improvements, and higher pricing across the range. While exterior changes remain minimal, the upgrades under the skin and inside the cabin further reinforce the Sequoia’s place as a full-size SUV built for comfort, utility, and hybrid performance.

Following the momentum of the Tundra pickup, the Sequoia continues to evolve, offering advanced tech, new materials, and improved convenience for families and long-distance travelers alike. But with rising sophistication comes a slight bump in cost—making this full-size SUV a more premium proposition than ever.

Key Highlights of the 2026 Toyota Sequoia

• New Wave Maker exterior color exclusive to the TRD Pro trim
• All models now include power-folding third-row seats
• The Limited trim gains real leather upholstery
• Capstone model receives a redesigned interior with Shale tones and grey walnut wood
• Hybrid powertrain delivers 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque
• Prices increase by up to $1,600 depending on trim
• Starting price now set at $64,025, topping out at $84,435

Subtle Outside, Significant Inside

From a styling perspective, the 2026 Sequoia remains largely unchanged—except for the introduction of Wave Maker, a unique paint shade exclusive to the rugged TRD Pro. This helps visually distinguish the most off-road-focused trim without altering the SUV’s familiar silhouette.

Inside, however, Toyota has focused its efforts on upgrading materials and comfort. Across the entire lineup, the Sequoia now includes power-folding third-row seats as standard—a practical touch for large families or cargo-heavy road trips.

For the Limited trim, Toyota replaces the synthetic SofTex upholstery with genuine leather, available in two options: black leather with white contrast stitching or grey leather with black stitching.

At the top of the range, the Capstone trim sees a full interior transformation. Gone is the old black and white palette, replaced with a more elegant shale theme, complete with textured seat accents, brown flourishes, and Capstone-branded touches. The wood trim also shifts from brown to a modern grey walnut finish, emphasizing the premium character of the SUV.

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Under the Hood: V6 Hybrid Power

The 2026 Toyota Sequoia carries over its powerful i-Force MAX hybrid powertrain, shared with the Tundra. This system combines a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 with a 10-speed automatic transmission, a 1.87 kWh battery, and an integrated electric motor.

Together, the setup produces:

• 437 horsepower (326 kW / 443 PS)
• 583 lb-ft (790 Nm) of torque

Buyers can choose between rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, although neither variant sets new efficiency benchmarks. According to Toyota, the Sequoia achieves up to 21 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined—decent for a vehicle of this size and capability.

Pricing Breakdown and Trim Levels

With the 2026 update, Sequoia prices have climbed modestly across the board. The entry-level SR5 4×2 sees the steepest jump at $1,600, while other trims increase between $520 and $970.

Here’s the full 2026 Sequoia pricing breakdown:

Despite the price increase, Toyota ensures that the added equipment—especially the interior enhancements and seating upgrades—adds real value to the purchase.

Built for Comfort, Performance, and Presence

The Sequoia remains one of the few body-on-frame SUVs in the full-size category, which helps it deliver exceptional towing, ruggedness, and durability. With the standard hybrid powertrain, Toyota strikes a balance between performance and fuel economy, though not at the top of the class in either metric.

Toyota’s clear aim is to position the Sequoia as a highly capable luxury SUV, especially in trims like the Capstone and TRD Pro. Whether it’s urban commuting, highway cruising, or trail riding, the Sequoia continues to evolve as an all-rounder with premium intentions.

Toyota’s Flagship SUV Grows Up

The 2026 Toyota Sequoia update may not reinvent the SUV visually, but the thoughtful upgrades to comfort, materials, and usability solidify its status as a serious alternative to domestic giants like the Ford Expedition or Chevrolet Tahoe.

With its powerful hybrid drivetrain, expanding luxury credentials, and practical features like the power-folding third row, the Sequoia caters to buyers who want size, strength, and sophistication—all in one package.