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2003 Toyota Sequoia
The 2003 Toyota Sequoia is part of the one-two punch in the full-size
SUV segment for Toyota. Coupled with the Land Cruiser, the Sequoia is
designed with luxury in mind for adventurous families who want sedan capability
but need a large truck to carry them and the gear around. The eight-passenger
Sequoia, offering more interior room and more rear cargo capacity than
either the Chevrolet Tahoe or the Ford Expedition, is one of the largest
SUVs on the market.
Changes for 2003 include a newly available factory-installed DVD rear
seat entertainment system, the ideal accessory for traveling families.
A high-resolution overhead screen flips down from the headliner and plays
from a DVD player in the centre console. Rear seat audio, a feature also
available as a separate option, enables the rear passengers to watch without
disturbing those up front.
Available Models
The 2003 Toyota Sequoia has a couple of trim levels. The first, the SR5,
has a large number of standard amenities but the Limited edition ladles
on even more.
Interior Features
The 2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5 sets a high standard with front air conditioning
with automatic climate control, cruise control, front captain chairs and
an AM/FM/CD player. These are usually not standard features at the base
level. In addition a large assortment of added amenities are included.
The Limited is fitted out like the luxury vehicle that it is. This is
like an 8 passenger limousine with front and rear automatic climate controls,
rear air conditioning, leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power
driver seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, heated
mirrors w/power fold-in, JBL sound system, automatic headlights and remote
keyless entry.
Exterior Features
On the outside, the 2003 Toyota Sequoia, not surprisingly, is as elegant
as it can be without sacrificing its rugged durability and off-road capability.
This is a vehicle truly at home in a variety of locales whether it be
a high society event or in a field at a campsite.
Performance
Naturally for all this bulk, a large amount of power is required. In fact,
the Sequoia has a powerful 4.7-liter i-Force V8 engine that it shares
with the 4Runner's larger V8 version. This V8 produces 235 horsepower
at 4,800 RPM and 320 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,400 RPM. At 14/18 mpg fusing
a 4-speed automatic transmission, this mileage is reasonable for the size
of the vehicle.
Safety and Security
You have taken care of many safety concerns just by riding in this vehicle.
However, in the event that you do have an incident, dual front airbags,
antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist and an antiskid system will
help you keep control and protect you in a collision.
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2003 Toyota Sequoia Highlights
For
2003, the Sequoia introduces a newly available factory-installed
DVD rear seat entertainment system, the ideal accessory for traveling
families. The option includes a high-resolution overhead screen
that flips down from the headliner, a DVD player in the center console
and rear seat audio - a feature that is also available as a separate
option.
Mechanical
refinements to the 2003 Sequoia include the newly standard Brake
Assist safety feature and an available hydraulic rear ride height
control suspension. Brake Assist is designed to determine if the
driver is attempting emergency braking and, if the driver has not
stepped hard enough on the brake pedal to engage the ABS, the system
supplements the applied braking power until pedal pressure is released.
Larger 17-inch wheels and 265/65R17 tires are now standard-equipped
on the Limited Sequoia, and available on the SR5 grade. A new seven-pin
towing connector is also available for added functionality including
the ability to accommodate electric trailer braking systems.
The
multi-function front center console integrates a large storage box
with a double-door and memo pad clip. Dual front-and-rear cup holders
can adapt to containers of nearly any size. To power the variety
of devices that passengers are likely to bring on board, Sequoia
provides four 12-volt power outlets - two in the front, one for
the second row and one behind the third row on the left side.
Sequoia
is available with either two-wheel drive or multi-mode four-wheel
drive systems. The multi-mode 4WD system uses a lockable center
differential and allows the driver to shift from 2H to 4H with a
dash-mounted switch. The locking center differential can help get
the vehicle through obstructions such as sand, mud or deep snow.
With 10.6-inches of ground clearance, the Sequoia can handle off-highway
obstacles that would stop some competitors in their tracks.
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