Used 2012 Toyota Sequoia Platinum for sale 

The 2012Toyota Sequoia comes in three major trims. They are SR5, Limited, and Platinum. The SR5 comes for a sticker price of $40,930, the Limited at $51,040, and Platinum $58,580. The base trim includes standard features like 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, heated mirrors, privacy glass, cruise control, satellite radio, 8-speaker sound system, and many more.

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We recommend you go for the base trim SR5. Despite being a base trim, it doesn't miss out on any major features. In fact, considering the price point of view it has a long list of standard comfort and safety features which make it very unique and a stellar deal for the sticker price of $40,930..

Under the hood of the 2012 Toyota Sequoia lies a 4.6 Liter V8 engine which outputs 310 horsepower and 327 lb-ft of torque. The power generated from the engine is transmitted directly to the rear-wheel-drive of the car through the 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Though the standard V8 engine is ample for the normal conditions, the bigger V8 is targeted for those who want performance over anything else. 

Though the Toyota Sequoia rides smoothly over rough and uneven roads, there is a good amount of body roll during cornering. Having a powerful engine on offer, the Toyota Sequoia can tow a maximum load of up to 7,400 lbs. The Chevrolet Suburban and theGMC Yukon produce 10 horsepower more than the Toyota Sequoia and lead the segment. 

With its 4.6 Liter V8 engine on offer, the Toyota Sequoia delivers fuel-efficiency of 14 mpg in the city, 20 mpg on the highway, and 16 mpg combined. The higher 5.7 Liter V8 engine delivers 13 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway, a significant loss in numbers for the higher displacement and extra powerful engine. 

It can be seen that both theChevrolet Suburban and the GMC Yukon deliver similar efficiency figures. It is somewhat better than the Toyota, and both these cars can proudly pronounce themselves victorious for producing the highest efficiency in its segment. However, it is the GMC Yukon that has a gigantic 31 gallons of fuel tank capacity, which aids the SUV in delivering a soaring range without hitting any gas stations. 

The Toyota Sequoia has the capacity to accommodate 8 passengers in total, combining its first, second, and third row of seats. When looking inside the cabin, materials were cheap and the presence of hard plastics is left here and there.

Comes standard is the second-row bench seats, but there is also a provision for opting for the captain's chair, which would lessen the accommodation capacity to 7 passengers instead of the 8.

All three rows of seats in the Toyota Sequoia are spacious. Even the third row of seats offers ample space so that adult passengers can sit comfortably. This is a huge advantage of the Toyota Sequoia which its rivals lack. The Sequoia is not very generous in offering cargo space and lands up having 18.9 cu-ft of space. Here, the GMC Yukon beats other rivals to proclaim itself the winner. Major interior features include- 

• Cloth upholstery
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Power front seats
• 60/40 split third-row seats

Infotainment

The infotainment system in the Toyota Sequoia happens to be a touch-screen navigation system with a rear DVD entertainment feature but it does not make it on the list of standard features.

The standard infotainment features on the 2012 Toyota Sequoia include Bluetooth connectivity, an 8-speed audio system, satellite radio, and auxiliary audio input. Some of the infotainment features are:

• Bluetooth connectivity
• 8-speaker audio system
• Satellite Radio
• USB-port
• Auxiliary Input
• Navigation System(optional)

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia runs on 16-inch alloy wheels. It comes as a standard feature in the base trim. Availing for the Limited trim will get you 20-inch alloy wheels. The front grille is big and takes a trapezoidal shape. Incorporated into the front bumpers is a pair of fog lights in a round fashion.

The Chevrolet Suburban is quite a lengthy car in its segment. It is accompanied by theFord Expedition and the Toyota Sequoia which occupy the second and third places, respectively. However, the Toyota Sequoia excels all its counterparts in the offering of ground clearance where the Sequoia lands being the highest at 9.9 inches. Some of the exterior features include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Fog lights
• Heated mirrors
• Sunroof(optional)

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia has not been tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS). So, there are no clear safety ratings for the same. However, the Toyota Sequoia comes with a list of safety equipment like anti-lock disc brakes, rear parking aid, stability control, traction control, trailer sway control, front-seat side-impact airbags. Some of the standout safety features of the SUV are-

• Rear-view camera
• Blind-spot monitoring system(optional)
• Front and rear parking sensors(optional)
• Front side-impact airbags
• Anti-lock braking system
• Rear parking aid
• Stability control 
• Traction control

TheToyota Sequoia is alarge-sized SUV with a fairly quick acceleration. It is known better for one of the most spacious cabins on offer along with comfortable seating position along all three rows of seats. Equally appreciable is the Toyota Sequoia’s ride quality, thanks to the independent rear suspension that absorbs the majority of bumps with ease. It comes with a long list of safety features to keep you out of danger. All in all, the SUV from Toyota is a considerable pick in the segment.