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2012 Toyota Sequoia

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Combined Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Displacement4.6 L to 5.7 L
Cylinders8
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears6
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
City13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
Highway17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

  • 21E103000: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this…

    Reported December 23, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 21V920000: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers…

    Reported November 23, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 13V123000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012…

    Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on…

    Reported April 9, 2013. View on NHTSA

  • 13V014000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius…

    Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

    Reported January 16, 2013. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 7, 2026

Data verified: November 7, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2012 Toyota Sequoia have?

Varies by configuration: 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder (FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Toyota Sequoia?

Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2012 Toyota Sequoia front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2012 Toyota Sequoia?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.