Production years and key changes
The second generation (2008 to 2022, code XK60) is the one most people picture: a huge, softly sprung V8 hauler that stayed on sale almost unchanged for well over a decade, which makes parts and knowledge plentiful.
Toyota Sequoia
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Important: A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact us before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support through the process. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
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Toyota Sequoia
The Sequoia is Toyota's full-size, body-on-frame SUV — the three-row alternative to a Chevrolet Tahoe or Ford Expedition, built to haul a family and tow a trailer without complaint.
- Body style
- Typical figure: Full-size body-on-frame SUV, 7–8 seats
- Engine (2nd gen)
- Typical figure: 5.7 L 3UR-FE V8, ~381 hp
- Engine (3rd gen)
- Typical figure: 3.5 L V35A-FTS twin-turbo V6 hybrid (i-Force MAX)
- Combined output (3rd gen)
- Typical figure: ~437 hp
Model profile
Model history and generations
Powertrain and equipment
Engines, drivetrain and trims
What is under the hood
Second-gen Sequoias run the 5.7-litre 3UR-FE V8, roughly 381 hp, mated to a six-speed automatic — smooth, torquey and thirsty, but famously durable.
Trims and body styles
The Sequoia is a single large SUV body with two or three rows of seats. Trims across the generations include SR5, Limited, Platinum, the off-road-flavoured TRD Pro, and the newer Capstone luxury flagship.
Vehicle selection
North American market and suitability
What the US market offers
Second-generation trucks are everywhere in the US used market, often with high but honest mileage — 80,000 to 150,000 miles is common and these V8s frequently sail past 300,000.
Who this import is for
The Sequoia suits a buyer who needs genuine seven- or eight-seat space, serious towing capacity for a caravan or boat, and Toyota durability, and who doesn't mind the footprint or the fuel bill of a full-size SUV on German roads.
Vehicle data
Technical data by generation and specification
Body and dimensions
| Body style | Typical figure: Full-size body-on-frame SUV, 7–8 seats |
|---|---|
| Length | Typical figure: ~5,285–5,340 mm |
| Wheelbase | Typical figure: ~3,100 mm |
| Seating | Typical figure: 7 or 8 |
Engine and drivetrain
| Engine (2nd gen) | Typical figure: 5.7 L 3UR-FE V8, ~381 hp |
|---|---|
| Engine (3rd gen) | Typical figure: 3.5 L V35A-FTS twin-turbo V6 hybrid (i-Force MAX) |
| Combined output (3rd gen) | Typical figure: ~437 hp |
| Transmission | Typical figure: 6-speed auto (2nd gen); 10-speed auto (3rd gen) |
| Drivetrain | Typical figure: RWD or 4WD with low range |
| Fuel economy (V8) | Typical figure: ~15–17 l/100 km real-world |
| Fuel economy (hybrid) | Typical figure: ~11–13 l/100 km real-world |
| Fuel tank | Typical figure: ~85–100 l |
Model and other data
| 0–100 km/h | Typical figure: ~6.5–7.0 s (i-Force MAX) |
|---|---|
| Towing capacity | Typical figure: up to ~4,000 kg (8,900 lb, 3rd gen) |
| Origin | The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately. |
Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.
Pre-purchase review
Model-specific inspection points
Reliability: trouble spots to check
The second-gen 5.7 V8 is one of Toyota's most bulletproof engines; the usual gripes are cam tower oil leaks, an air-injection pump failure on higher-mileage trucks, and simple thirst. Its six-speed automatic rarely gives trouble.
Germany and Europe
Differences, adaptation and registration
US vs. Europe differences
US Sequoias use amber-integrated front lighting, generally lack a rear fog lamp, and display miles and °F. Infotainment maps are US-based.
From modifications to registration
Plan for a retrofitted rear fog lamp, European-compliant lighting/signalling, and verification of the km/h odometer reading. The inspector examines lights, glass markings, tyres and emissions paperwork.
USCar Trader services
Inspection, purchase processing and escrow
As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.
- Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
- Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
- On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
- Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
- Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.
Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.
Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.
Import process
Import, customs, costs and delivery
How the import works
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
Questions and answers
Common questions about importing this model
Can I import a used Toyota Sequoia to Germany?
Yes. It's a normal used import completed via individual approval, as the Sequoia was never sold new in Europe.
When should USCar Trader be contacted before purchase?
Whether a duty benefit may be available for the specific vehicle is assessed individually. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the case and provide non-binding support through the process.
Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?
No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
How is import VAT treated when importing a Toyota Sequoia?
Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.
V8 or hybrid — which should I import?
The 2008–2022 5.7 V8 is the proven, simple choice; the 2023-on i-Force MAX hybrid is faster and thriftier but newer and pricier.
What's the biggest drawback of the new Sequoia?
The high load floor and non-folding third row reduce cargo flexibility, so inspect the boot against your needs.
How thirsty is the V8?
Expect roughly 15 to 17 litres per 100 km in real-world driving.
How long does import take?
Generally six to twelve weeks from purchase to German plates.
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