2012 Toyota Sequoia

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is a full-size Toyota SUV with V8 power, automatic transmission, rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive configurations, and seating-focused utility for daily driving, family travel, and towing needs. At Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria in Peoria, AZ, this page brings together the Sequoia’s trim-level pricing, performance, efficiency, dimensions, cargo space, and capability figures. Shoppers can also compare the Sequoia with other 2012 Toyota models, review key configuration details, and connect with the dealership for inventory, trade-in, financing, and service resources.

Starting MSRP

$40,930

Horsepower

310–381 hp

EPA MPG

13–14 city / 17–20 hwy

Max Towing

6,900–7,100 lbs

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive / Four Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded / Flex-Fuel (Unleaded/E85)

Body Style

SUV

How the 2012 Toyota Sequoia Compares Across Toyota’s Lineup

Pricing, power, fuel economy, towing, drivetrain, and fuel type vary considerably across Toyota’s 2012 SUV lineup. The Sequoia’s starting MSRP is $40,930; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Sequoia starts at $40,930 versus $38,715 and offers 310 to 381 hp versus 280 hp. The Highlander Hybrid’s 28 city / 28 hwy EPA MPG and 3,500-lb towing capacity favor shoppers focused on fuel economy, while the Sequoia’s 6,900 to 7,100 lbs of max towing favor heavier-duty hauling needs.

Compared with the 2012 Toyota 4Runner, the Sequoia starts at $40,930 versus $32,830 and produces 310 to 381 hp versus 270 hp. The 4Runner offers 17 city / 22 hwy EPA MPG and 5,000 lbs of max towing, while the Sequoia provides higher towing figures and V8 power for shoppers prioritizing full-size capability.

Compared with the 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV, the Sequoia starts at $40,930 versus $49,800 and uses regular unleaded or flex-fuel with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The RAV4 EV uses electric power, front-wheel drive, and 78 city / 74 hwy EPA MPGe, making its configuration suited to shoppers seeking an electric Toyota SUV.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV with a V8 engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive depending on trim. Engine sizes range from 4.6 to 5.7 liters, with displacement from 4,608 to 5,663 cc and horsepower from 310 to 381 hp.

Across the six trims, maximum towing ranges from 6,900 to 7,100 lbs and torque ranges from 327 to 401 lb-ft. Fuel choices include regular unleaded and flex-fuel using unleaded/E85. The Sequoia measures 205.1 inches long, 79.9 inches wide, and 77 inches high, with a 122-inch wheelbase and 18.9 cu ft of cargo space behind the rear seats.

Buying a 2012 Toyota Sequoia in Peoria

Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria serves shoppers at 8633 West Bell Road, Peoria, AZ 85382. The dealership receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the search inventory page is the right place to review current Toyota options without assuming a specific vehicle is in stock.

Value a current vehicle through the trade-in tool, then contact Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria at (480) 933-5233 for help with next steps. Service support is also available for maintaining a Toyota SUV over time.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the Sequoia’s engine size, output, drivetrain, fuel type, efficiency, and towing capacity. The SR5 uses the 4.6-liter configuration with 310 hp and 6,900 lbs of maximum towing, while other configurations reach 381 hp and up to 7,100 lbs of towing.

Fuel economy ranges from 13 to 14 city MPG and 17 to 20 highway MPG across trims. Curb weight ranges from 5,670 to 6,000 lbs, and fuel capacity is 26.4 gallons, so shoppers should weigh towing needs, drivetrain preference, fuel choice, and expected driving patterns together.