For shoppers considering a full-size body-on-frame SUV, towing ability and room for passengers are often top priorities. Every model in this group posts substantial tow ratings, with some reaching even higher figures through optional packages. As American competitors continue to raise the bar, the question is how Toyota’s flagship three-row SUV compares when it is time to pull a heavy trailer.
Introduced for the 2022 model year, the current Toyota Sequoia rides on the ladder-frame platform shared with the Tundra full-size pickup. Unlike earlier generations, which used V8 engines, the latest Sequoia is offered exclusively with the i-Force MAX twin-turbo 3.4-liter V6 hybrid system. It produces a combined 437 hp (326 kW/443 PS) and 583 lb-ft (790 Nm) of torque.
The Sequoia’s tow rating varies by trim. The range-topping Capstone 4WD is rated to tow 8,980 lbs (4,073 kg), while the base SR5 2WD can handle up to 9,520 lbs (4,318 kg). That makes the Sequoia’s standard maximum the highest in the segment, although rival SUVs can surpass it when equipped with optional packages and accessories.
Toyota’s primary competitors include the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, along with the Ford Expedition, all of which use ladder-frame construction and provide roomy three-row cabins. Buyers can also consider the less expensive Nissan Armada and the smaller Dodge Durango.
The Chevrolet Tahoe is available with a 6.2-liter V8 rated at 420 hp (313 kW/426 PS) and 460 lb-ft (624 Nm) of torque. Its highest towing figure, however, comes from the smaller 5.3-liter V8 when paired with the Max Trailering Package and 2WD, resulting in a maximum capacity of 8,400 lbs (3,810 kg).
The Nissan Armada is rated to tow up to 8,500 lbs (3,856 kg). Its twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 makes 425 hp (317 kW/431 PS) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) of torque. V8-powered Dodge Durango models can tow as much as 8,700 lbs (3,946 kg) when equipped with the Tow ’n Go Package.
The Ford Expedition edges past those rivals, with a maximum towing capacity of 9,600 lbs (4,354 kg) when fitted with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package. Ford’s flagship SUV uses a twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 that develops up to 440 hp (328 kW/446 PS) and 510 lb-ft (691 Nm) of torque.
Jeep has removed the Wagoneer from its lineup, leaving the Grand Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer L as its remaining full-size SUV representatives. The Grand Wagoneer also combines the segment’s highest towing capacity with a lower price than the Toyota Sequoia. More specifically, the Jeep Wagoneer starts at $66,790, including a $2,795 destination fee, compared with the Toyota’s $67,920 starting price.
The Grand Wagoneer claims the class-leading tow rating, reaching 10,000 lbs (4,536 kg) with the optional Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Group. That figure comes from the standard-output twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six, which produces 420 hp (313 kW/426 PS) and 468 lb-ft (635 Nm) of torque.
Jeep wins the maximum towing contest and Ford moves ahead when optional equipment is included, but the Toyota Sequoia still stands out as a capable towing-focused SUV.
The Toyota Sequoia offers up to 9,520 pounds of towing capacity in SR5 2WD form, exceeding several rivals without added equipment. However, the Ford Expedition reaches 9,600 pounds with its Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, while the Jeep Grand Wagoneer leads the segment at 10,000 pounds. With its hybrid powertrain and strong standard capability, the Sequoia remains a compelling full-size SUV for towing.
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