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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 8 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $60,589–$80,758 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2016 Toyota Sequoia SL at 7.5/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this suv. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.2/10, while Value at 6.1/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 8.2/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 8.1/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance scores 7.3/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.5/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $60,589–$80,758, 14 MPG, seating 8, the Toyota Sequoia SL sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 6.1/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2016 Toyota Sequoia SL is a solid, well-rounded suv that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is value — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Toyota Sequoia SL ranks #947 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 61% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $60,589 starting price is about 68% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Across the Sequoia SL model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $82,113 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.8/10 | $79,722 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $77,330 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.7/10 | $74,938 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.6/10 | $72,546 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $70,155 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $67,763 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.6/10 | $65,371 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $62,979 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $60,589 | |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $58,197 | Read review → |
We rate the 2016 Toyota Sequoia SL's reliability 8.2/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #947 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 61% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2016 Toyota Sequoia SL starts at $60,589 and ranges up to $80,758 across trims (MSRP when new). At 14 MPG, expect roughly $3,750/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Toyota models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.