2027 Toyota Sequoia: Towing, Trims and What’s New for OC
Toyota recently announced details for the new 2027 Toyota Sequoia, and the updated full-size SUV is arriving at Tustin Toyota now. Three things define the model year: the first-ever Sequoia Trailhunter package, a meaningfully upgraded TRD Pro, and an all-new suite of trailering driver aids that changes what it feels like to tow with a three-row SUV.
Every 2027 Sequoia is powered exclusively by Toyota’s i-FORCE MAX hybrid system — a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 paired with a motor generator for 437 net combined horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed automatic. There is no non-hybrid Sequoia.
What’s New on the 2027 Sequoia
The 2027 model year is a mid-cycle refresh rather than a redesign. Five areas changed:
| Area | What’s New for 2027 |
|---|---|
| Off-road capability | First-ever Sequoia Trailhunter package, available on the SR5 grade |
| TRD Pro | Sequoia-specific FOX enhanced QS3 adjustable shocks, standard red tow hooks, new Honeycomb paint |
| Towing technology | Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (TADAS), including automated trailer detection |
| Cabin technology | 14-inch touchscreen now standard on every grade, replacing the previous 8-inch display; 12.3-inch digital meter standard; built-in Drive Recorder Dash Cam |
| Exterior styling | Reworked front-end geometry, squared lower bumper treatment, rectangular fog lights, grade-specific hexagonal grilles |
| Safety | Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 standard; Advanced Rear Seat Reminder added |
The First-Ever Sequoia Trailhunter Package
The headline addition is the Trailhunter package, Toyota’s factory overlanding treatment, available on the Sequoia for the first time. Built on the SR5 grade as a $3,500 option, it adds Old Man Emu upgraded suspension, an underbody skid plate, front recovery hooks and Michelin LTX Trail tires, plus exclusive bronze-colored wheels and unique badging. Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select and a locking rear differential come along to handle rough trails.
TRD Pro Steps Up Its Suspension
The TRD Pro grade gets the other significant mechanical change: newly designed, Sequoia-specific FOX enhanced QS3 adjustable shocks, which let drivers dial in damping for high-speed desert running or slow rock work. TRD Pro also picks up standard red tow hooks and a new signature color, Honeycomb.
Cabin Technology and Safety
Inside, the latest Toyota Audio Multimedia system puts a 14-inch touchscreen on every grade, replacing the 8-inch display that came on the entry trim in prior years, alongside a now-standard 12.3-inch digital meter. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, and the system adds Toyota’s first built-in Drive Recorder Dash Cam plus support for over-the-air updates.
On the safety side, Toyota Safety Sense 4.0¶ is standard across the lineup, and the Sequoia introduces Advanced Rear Seat Reminder, which uses millimeter-wave radar in the headliner to detect movement in the second and third rows after the vehicle is parked and the driver has exited.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Sequoia product release, November 4, 2026 | Toyota.com — 2027 Sequoia model page | Kelley Blue Book — Trailhunter package pricing, sourced to Toyota.com
Which 2027 Sequoia Trim Is Right for You?
The 2027 Sequoia lineup runs six grades, plus the new Trailhunter package on the SR5. Every grade shares the same i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, so the decision comes down to equipment and character rather than performance.
| Grade | Starting TSRP† | Key Standard Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| SR5 | $72,095 TSRP | 18-inch silver-painted alloy wheels, 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, eight-speaker audio, Toyota Safety Sense 4.0¶. The only grade offered with the Trailhunter package. |
| SR5 with Trailhunter Package | $75,595 TSRP | Old Man Emu suspension, underbody skid plate, front recovery hooks, Michelin LTX Trail tires, bronze-colored wheels, Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, locking rear differential |
| Limited | $77,695 TSRP | 20-inch gray-painted and machined-finish alloy wheels, heated and ventilated front seats, 8-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats |
| Platinum | $85,595 TSRP | Leather-trimmed seats, second-row captain’s chairs, panoramic moonroof, 14-speaker JBL® Premium Audio |
| 1794 Edition | $86,595 TSRP | Saddle-brown interior accents, leather-trimmed seating, open-pore wood-style trim, 20-inch wheels, exclusive 1794 badging |
| TRD Pro | $88,120 TSRP | FOX enhanced QS3 adjustable shocks, black “TOYOTA” heritage grille with integrated LED light bar and amber marker lights, red tow hooks |
| Capstone | $90,095 TSRP | 22-inch dark chrome and machined-finish alloy wheels, semi-aniline premium textured leather-trimmed seats in Shale, 10-way power-adjustable front seats, acoustic glass, power-extending running boards, head-up display |
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
One grade decision carries more weight than the rest: the second row. A second-row bench seats up to eight, while second-row captain’s chairs seat seven. The Platinum grade is where captain’s chairs enter the lineup.
Browsing the current lineup is the fastest way to see which grades are actually on the ground — our new Sequoia inventory updates as units arrive.
Cited Source: Toyota.com — 2027 Sequoia grade equipment and pricing | Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Sequoia grade walk | Kelley Blue Book — 2027 Sequoia pricing by grade, sourced to Toyota.com, November 4, 2026 | Autoblog — 2027 Sequoia Capstone equipment
How Much Can the 2027 Toyota Sequoia Tow?
The 2027 Sequoia is rated to tow up to 9,120 pounds§ when properly equipped. But the number is not the story this year — the trailering technology is.
Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (TADAS)
For 2027 Toyota introduced a suite of fully integrated Trailer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, layered on top of Toyota Safety Sense 4.0¶. It is the kind of hardware that normally shows up on a full-size pickup, and it does more to flatten the learning curve of towing than any capacity figure.
Automated Trailer Detection
Uses rear radar and camera to detect a trailer and measure its physical characteristics, feeding the information straight into the redesigned Trailer Garage menu. The Trailer Garage has moved from the instrument cluster to the multimedia screen for better visibility.
Trailer Blind Spot Monitor
Extends the standard blind spot detection zone beyond the vehicle body to cover the length of the trailer, expanding the monitored area based on trailer size.
Trailer Lane Trace Assist
A towing-optimized version of Lane Trace Assist that provides automated steering support to hold lane centering, compensating for lane splits, uneven roads and certain wind disturbances.
Trailer Backup Guide
Improved for 2027 with dynamic on-screen guidelines, a slider interface and semi-automated steering support, and it can help detect jackknife risk while guiding a path to the trailer.
An Integrated Trailer Brake Controller is standard on the 2027 Sequoia, and power-extending tow mirrors are available.
What makes the Sequoia pull the way it does is the hybrid system’s torque delivery. The electric motor contributes immediately, before the turbochargers build boost, so the SUV gets a heavy trailer moving without the engine climbing toward redline — which matters as much for noise and fatigue on a long haul as it does for the launch itself.
§Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Sequoia trailering technology and maximum towing capacity | Toyota.com — 2027 Sequoia maximum towing capacity and Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
Common Questions About the 2027 Toyota Sequoia
Does every 2027 Toyota Sequoia come with the hybrid powertrain?
Yes. Every 2027 Sequoia is powered exclusively by the i-FORCE MAX hybrid system, which pairs a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 with a motor generator for 437 net combined horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, routed through a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Which 2027 Sequoia grade can be equipped with the Trailhunter package?
The Trailhunter package is built on the SR5 grade and is not offered on any other trim. It adds $3,500 to the SR5, bringing a Trailhunter-equipped Sequoia to $75,595 TSRP.†
What is the difference between the Trailhunter package and the TRD Pro grade?
They solve different problems. The Trailhunter package is built for overlanding — Old Man Emu suspension, an underbody skid plate, front recovery hooks and Michelin LTX Trail tires, aimed at getting far off the grid and back. TRD Pro is tuned for off-road performance, with FOX enhanced QS3 adjustable shocks for high-speed desert running or rocky terrain, plus a heritage grille with an integrated LED light bar and red tow hooks.
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Sequoia powertrain, Trailhunter and TRD Pro detail | Kelley Blue Book — Trailhunter package pricing, sourced to Toyota.com
See the 2027 Sequoia at Tustin Toyota
Drivers across Tustin, Irvine, Orange, Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach and Corona can see the 2027 Sequoia at our showroom at 36 Auto Center Dr, Tustin, CA 92782. Whether the draw is the new Trailhunter package, the trailering technology, or the top-grade refinement of the Capstone, our sales team can walk you through the grade differences in person.
If the Sequoia is one of several three-row SUVs on your list, our Highlander vs. Grand Highlander vs. Sequoia comparison lays out how Toyota’s seven-seaters differ. If you’re cross-shopping model years, the 2026 Sequoia overview covers the outgoing car, and our Toyota Safety Sense page explains the driver-assist systems in more depth.
Disclaimers
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
§Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.