Which gets better (real!!!!) gas mileage, the Sequoia or the Land Cruiser?

Chris G · 04 Jul 2010, 10:06 am

I am on the market for a second family car and I want to get a new Toyota. I was wondering which SUV gets better gas mileage from someone who has firsthand experience since the dealer-provided details are wrong 95% of the time. It will most likely double as my commuter car and so the gas will be the deciding factor.

I need a large SUV that has a third row.

RemembertheUtah · 04 Jul 2010, 10:09 am

My neighbor has a Land Cruiser. He says it eats gas like kids eat candy. He keeps a 5 gallon can of gas in his car because if he forgets to fill up and the low gas light comes on, he does not have enough to get to the nearest gas station.

Unless you need a SUV that can seat more than five people, you would be far better off with a smaller SUV.

E-rock · 04 Jul 2010, 10:15 am

Assuming you're looking at a Sequoia with the 5.7L and 4wd, they're virtually identical on gas mileage. They have the same engine and transmission (not sure on the transfer case). The Sequoia is quite a bit bigger, but only weighs 300 pounds more.

In the real world, individual driving style with either one will account for more difference in actual fuel consumption than mechanical differences.

I'm a die-hard fan of Land Cruisers. I own -umm- a few... But $20K is a big price difference to get past. The fact that the Sequoia is built in the US is also a consideration for a lot of people.

Instead of buying a Land Cruiser for $65K, why not get a Sequoia for $45K, get a nice commuter car, and have some change left for gas?

unplugged-Pro-Peace · 04 Jul 2010, 10:20 am

the gas mileage that dealers give aren't as inacurate as you say. they measure gas mileage based on regular driving. if you get less, there has to be a reason.

honestly, both of them get HORRIBLE gas milage that it would be rediculous to use it as a commuter car...get a mini van if you need third row.

Which gets better (real!!!!) gas mileage, the Sequoia or the Land Cruiser?

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