If you’re shopping for a family SUV that can actually handle real life, soccer practices, camping trips, and everything in between, the 2026 Toyota Sequoia deserves a serious look. This full-size SUV packs a hybrid punch with room for up to eight people, towing capacity that’ll make your neighbors jealous, and tech features that keep everyone happy on long drives.

• A powerful twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque.
• Families can choose between second-row bench seats for up to eight passengers or captain’s chairs that seat seven.
• Base SR5 4×2 trim starts at $66,120 including destination fee, with pricing reaching the mid-$80,000s for top Capstone models.

Room for Everyone and Everything

Captain’s chairs or bench seating in the second row, power-folding third row seats on all grades, and tons of cargo room mean you can switch from people-hauling mode to cargo mode without throwing out your back. Fold down those power third-row seats and customize your cargo space with the durable cargo shelf system.

Behind the third row, you get 11.6 cubic feet of storage. Drop those rear seats, and that space jumps to 49 cubic feet. Need maximum cargo room? Fold both rear rows flat and you’re looking at 86.9 cubic feet. That’s enough room for camping gear, sports equipment, luggage for a week-long vacation, or pretty much anything short of moving your entire apartment.

Got sports equipment, camping gear, or a Costco haul that would make most SUVs weep? This Sequoia’s got you covered. While some families might consider smaller options like the Toyota Venza for fuel efficiency, this SUV offers a different value: pure capability when you need to move people and cargo without compromise.

Hybrid Power That Actually Works

All 2026 Sequoias feature a twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain producing 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque. A motor generator sits between the engine and 10-speed automatic transmission, giving you serious towing muscle when you need it.

Properly equipped, this SUV is rated to tow up to 9,520 pounds. That’s above-average grunt even among truck-based SUVs. Whether you’re hauling a boat to the lake or pulling a camper for summer vacation, it won’t break a sweat. Despite all that power, EPA rates it at up to 21 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined for rear-wheel drive models. Four-wheel drive models drop those numbers to 19 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined.

The hybrid system also provides instant torque response, which makes merging onto highways and passing slower traffic feel confident and controlled. You won’t find yourself white-knuckling the steering wheel when trying to merge with a full load of passengers and gear.

Tech and Safety Features Parents Will Love

Gone are the days when family SUVs meant boring interiors and outdated screens. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster shows crisp visuals, plus you get Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and the option of a 15-speaker JBL audio system to keep passengers entertained.

All Sequoia grades come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, including Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection that can detect vehicles, pedestrians in low light, bicyclists in daytime, oncoming vehicles, and pedestrians at intersections when making a turn. Toyota’s Rear Seat Reminder comes standard, detecting whether a rear door was opened within 10 minutes of the vehicle being turned on. For parents juggling car seats and diaper bags, that’s a lifesaver.

What’s New for 2026

Toyota didn’t reinvent the wheel for 2026, but updates they made actually matter. You can get new “Wave Maker” paint, a vibrant blue color, on the TRD Pro model, and Capstone models offer a sleek Shale-colored premium leather option. Limited trim features genuine leather seating, and higher trims offer 10-way power-adjustable massaging seats.

Those massaging seats are standard in 1794, Platinum and Capstone grades and work whether you’re driving or parked. After a long road trip with the kids arguing in the back seat, they might be worth the upgrade alone.

Trim Levels and What They Offer

The lineup starts with the SR5, which already comes loaded with features most families need. Step up to Limited if you want genuine leather and upgraded tech. The TRD Pro aims at off-road enthusiasts with Fox shocks and rugged styling. The 1794 and Platinum trims add luxury touches like premium materials and advanced climate control.

At the top sits the Capstone, loaded with every feature Toyota offers. It includes semi-aniline leather, acoustic glass, panoramic moonroof, and those power-adjustable massaging seats in both front rows. Whether that’s worth the extra cost depends on your budget and priorities.

Is the Sequoia Right for Your Family?

Look, no vehicle is perfect for everyone. With the third row in use, cargo room is lacking compared to some competitors. But if you need genuine towing capability, hybrid efficiency in a full-size package, and seating for seven or eight, this SUV checks boxes that few others can.

It comes with ToyotaCare no-cost maintenance for the first two years or 25,000 miles, plus roadside assistance and industry-leading warranties. That takes some stress out of owning a vehicle this capable.

If your family needs space, power, and reliability wrapped in a package that won’t leave you stranded or broke, the 2026 Sequoia deserves a test drive. Stop by your local Toyota dealer and see how it fits your family’s lifestyle, because reading specs online is one thing, but actually loading up your kids and gear is the real test.