4 Star Reviews for 2003 Toyota Sequoia

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.54/5 Average
303 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

For 2003, the eight-passenger Sequoia SUV features new 17-inch alloy wheels and tires and an inside rearview auto-dimming mirror as standard equipment on the top-of-the-line Limited grade, and as options on the SR5 model. A rear DVD entertainment system with two cordless headphones, and a load leveling rear suspension are new features available on both Sequoia models.

Pros:
  • Ultrarefined drivetrain, surprisingly agile handling, versatile and comfortable interior, Toyota reputation for reliability.
Cons:
  • Nondescript styling, comparatively low towing capacity.

User Reviews:

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  • 2003 - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    most comfortable car I have ever been in

  • Superior To American SUVs - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    I have owned Ford and GM SUVs. Tried their 03s including the new Expedition. Sequoia had far superior build quality and materials than Ford or GM. It was quieter than the Expedition for the same money when loaded equally(within $900). It is still rattle and squeak free after 10,000 harsh miles(regularly off road and rough road).

  • Great SUV - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Changed from a BMW X5 to a Limited Sequoia. Beautiful SUV, roomy, rides smooth, looks great.

  • Nice But It Aint A LandCruiser - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    An overall nice, well built car. Selected Sequoia over 2003 LC due to the $ value/interior size comparisons. Despite its attention to detail, the interior fit/finish does not compare to the my 99 LC. Yet kids love the interior size and sound system; wife likes the exterior looks. I guess things could be worse (like owning a Ford).

  • Excellent SUV - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Very nice and smooth powertrain. Inside is very nice, and comfortable. If you want to purchase Toyota backed extend warranty at the dealer, make sure you start the neg. by knocking down $400 off the price they quote you! The dealer will always try to take advantage of you first. Watch out!!You can find out the MSRP for those extended warranty on toyotas website under finance.

  • 1st SUV - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Quiet ride, roomy 1st and 2nd row. 3rd row seat should fold flat and optionally with a touch of a button like the Expedition. Getting in and out of 3rd seat thru folding of the 2nd row seat can be improved. Loved the different readings available in the convenience package. It tells me the actual mileage per gallon used. The mileage improves as the car is driven more. Cant assume that keyless entry is standard in the SR5.

  • Beware of Sequoia - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Yes the Sequoia is very nice, extremely smooth ride no question. However, two things prompted me to sell mine. First, Toyota needs to recall all of the Brake rotors. 18K miles and mine needed to be replaced 3 times...absolutely horrible! Another thing that drove me crazy was the way the SUV would just get blown from one lane to another for no apparent resaon. This wasnt wind related or asphalt related. It almost made me wreck 2 times. I am not the only one ot have these issues either. So beware. The Sequoia is a very attractive SUV, very large yes. It does have several bad blind spots and a few Toyota design flaws that make it overpriced.

  • Superior to the competition - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Having owned Ford and Chevy SUVs, I tried several 03 Expeditons, Yukons and Tahoes before sampling three Sequoias. The quality of the Sequoias was clearly superior. All of the Fords and GMs had little problems (rattles, squeaks, vibrations,loose,poorly fitting or non-functional parts). The Sequoias engine and drivetrain were the smoothest and it had the quietest ride. Its technology was equal or better than the others.

  • Its Okay - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    Its okay, my wife loves it and it is her car. To date no major problems with it, weve only had it for a year. There are a few things that dont work the way I expect them after driving domestic vehicles all my life but I cant say theyre done wrong. One nice thing is it gets pretty good mileage for a large SUV. Over all the vehicle has no personality. But so far it has been reliable and the wife likes it.

  • Stolen Seats - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    For those of you who onw a Sequia, I just had my 3rd row seats stolen out of my drive way. So watch out, for some reason they are hot items on the market.

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