Comparison - Toyota Sequoia Nightshade Edition 2021 - vs - BMW X5 xDrive40Li 2022

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Toyota Sequoia Nightshade Edition 2021

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Make: 
Toyota
BMW
Model: 
Sequoia
X5
Average Price: 
$
63,345
Updated: 
13 Aug 2020
$
60,600
Updated: 
10 Jul 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.40gals
21.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Midnight Black Metallic
#000000
Magnetic Gray Metallic
#3D414D
Color: 
Alpine White
#EFEFEF
Black Sapphire Metallic
#373737
Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic
#4D757C
Dravit Grey Metallic
#9B9B99
Skyscraper Grey Metallic
#686455

Expert Reviews

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The 2021 Toyota Sequoia comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.Nightshade package debuts with blacked-out exterior trim.

PROS
Cargo area is one of the largest in this class
For a big SUV, it rides pretty comfortably over bumps
Flexible seating arrangement allows for up to eight passengers
Respectable off-road capability for a big SUV

CONS
Even among large SUVs, fuel economy is poor
Audio controls and front central cupholders are hard to reach
Recently updated infotainment system already feels dated

By: 
edmunds.com

For 2021, the sole change to the Sequoia lineup is the addition of the new Nightshade model. Essentially an appearance package, it features black 20-inch wheels and darkened chrome on the grille, door handles, side trim, and badging. The Nightshade Sequoia also has black leather upholstery and is available in Wind Chill Pearl, Magnetic Gray, and Midnight Black.

PROS
Third row is roomy enough for adults,
plenty of standard driver-assistance tech,
potent and proven V-8 powertrain.

CONS
Unimpressive interior,
unrefined ride,
underwhelming fuel economy.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Large SUVs category. Currently the Toyota Sequoia has a score of 6.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 63 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Good predicted reliability rating
Strong engine
Spacious cabin

CONS
Outdated infotainment system
Hard plastics fill the cabin
Ride can be uncomfortable
Poor gas mileage

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Three compelling powertrain choices,
upscale cabin environs,
well-integrated infotainment tech.

Cons
Steering could feel sharper,
snug third-row seat,
top turbo-V-8 engine carries a big price tag.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Strong performance from available engines
Luxurious, comfortable cabin lives up to its price tag
Spacious interior and cargo area

Cons
Small mirrors and wide roof pillars create blind spots
Limited interior storage
Wide doorsills inhibit entry and exit

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Muscular engine lineup
Poised ride quality and handling
Airy, upscale interior
Many standard tech and safety features

Cons
Cramped optional third row

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
17.00mpg
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
5.70L
3.00L
Torque: 
401ft-lbs
at 3 600rpm
331ft-lbs
at 1 500rpm
Horsepower: 
381hp
at 5 600rpm
335hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.10Feet
41.30Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
205.10in
194.30in
Width: 
79.90in
87.30in
Height: 
77.00in
68.70in
Ground Clearance: 
10.00in
8.70in
Front Track: 
66.10in
Rear Track: 
66.90in
Wheel Base: 
122.00in
117.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
34.80
40.80
Rear Head Room: 
34.90
38.70
Front Leg Room: 
42.50in
39.80in
Rear leg room: 
40.90in
37.40in
Front Hip Room: 
62.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
66.40in
60.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
59.90in
Rear Shoulder room: 
65.60in
58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
120.10cu.ft
72.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7100lbs
7200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.90cu.ft
33.90cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
27.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
5985.00lbs
4828.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
2nd row fixed glass moonroof
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
12-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat thigh extension
2 memorized driver seat settings
12-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat thigh extension
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Leatherette
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding with pass-thru center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Multi-Link
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Rear ventilation ducts
Dual zone front climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
12 Total Speakers
205 watts stereo output
10 total speakers
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
12 months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.0 In.
19 x 9.0 in
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Fullsize Non-Matching Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Run flat tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Driver attention alert
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Rear cross traffic alert

Options

Packages: 
Premium JBL Audio And Convenience Package
Carpet Mat Package
Exterior Options: 
Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)
Ball Mount
Special Color
Hood Protector
Trailer Ball - 2 5/16"
Blackout Emblem Overlays
TRD Front Skid Plate
Paint Protection Film
Trailer Ball - 2"
TRD Cast Aluminum Running Boards
Interior Options: 
All Weather Floor Liners
All-Weather Floor Liners - For Third Row
Carpet Floor Mats
Cargo Cover
Coin Holder/Ashtray Cup
Rear Seat Blu-Ray Entertainment System
Universal Tablet Holder
Wireless Headphones
Cargo Tote
Door Sill Protectors
All-Weather Cargo Mat
Cargo Net - Envelope
Carpet Cargo Mat
TRD Shift Knob

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
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