2023 Toyota Sequoia vs 2022 Ford Expedition

The 2022 Ford Expedition underwent significant updates, featuring a refreshed exterior with a new grille, headlights, and bumper at the front, and revised taillights and tailgate trim at the rear. The model lineup introduced redesigned wheels, enhancing its visual appeal. In Canada, the Expedition came standard with a four-wheel drive drivetrain and was available in XLT, Limited, and Platinum trims, with prices ranging from just under $70,000 to over $95,000, excluding destination charges. The Timberline trim catered to off-road enthusiasts with all-terrain tires and suspension modifications. Inside, the Expedition boasted a redesigned dashboard with the new Sync 4 and Sync 4A infotainment systems, offering a 15.5-inch touchscreen display in the latter. The Limited Stealth Edition featured leather seats and a 12.4-inch digital instrumentation display, providing a luxurious experience despite some F-150 pickup-grade plastic trim.

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia presented a bold redesign, merging the Toyota Tundra's look with a newly styled SUV body. The Sequoia's interior shared an industrial theme with the Tundra, featuring leather, wood, and metallic finishes in the upscale Capstone trim. A 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system dominated the dashboard, while the Capstone's interior showcased a cream white-over-black two-tone colour scheme. The Sequoia lineup included TRD Off-road, Limited, Platinum, and TRD Pro trims, with prices starting at $79,335 and reaching $95,335 for the Capstone. The TRD Pro trim offered enhanced off-road capabilities, while the TRD Off-Road provided a more affordable option with off-road suspension and driving modes. Despite its luxurious appearance, the Sequoia's interior materials reminded occupants of its pickup truck origins.

The 2022 Ford Expedition was powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 engine, delivering 380 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 470 pound-feet of torque at 2,250 rpm. With 93-octane fuel, these figures increased to 400 hp and 480 lb-ft. The Stealth Edition Performance Package could boost output to 440 hp and 510 lb-ft. The engine was paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, offering a towing capacity of up to 4,173 kg (9,200 lb). Fuel economy ranged from 12.9 to 13.9 litres per 100 kilometres, though our test vehicle averaged 14.5 L/100 km. The Expedition's driving dynamics were enhanced by its sport-tuned suspension, though the 22-inch wheels contributed to a harsh ride. Despite its size, the Expedition was easy to park, thanks to excellent visibility and parking aids. On the highway, it excelled with a quiet and comfortable ride, making it ideal for long road trips.

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia featured a hybrid powertrain with a twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre V6 engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, a 36-kilowatt electric motor/generator, and a 1.87 kilowatt-hour nickel-metal hydride battery pack. This setup produced 437 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 583 pound-feet of torque at 2,400 rpm. The Sequoia's towing capacity increased to 4,137 kg (9,120 lb), while fuel efficiency improved to 11.7 L/100 km in combined driving. During testing, the Capstone averaged 13.2 L/100 km. The Sequoia offered multiple driving modes, including Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport, and Sport+, with a Custom mode for personalized settings. The 22-inch wheels affected ride quality, and the suspension communicated road impacts, especially in Sport and Sport+ modes. The steering was slow, and the regenerative braking system felt unresponsive. Despite these challenges, the Sequoia's powertrain provided robust performance and improved fuel efficiency.

The 2022 Ford Expedition excelled in interior comfort, offering easy access with available electric running boards. The cabin provided ample space for passengers, with power-adjustable, leather-wrapped, heated, and ventilated front seats. The second-row captain's chairs offered plenty of legroom, while the third-row seat provided outstanding leg support. Cargo space behind the third row measured 546 litres, expandable to 1,627 litres with the third row folded. The Expedition Max variant offered even more cargo capacity. The Expedition's interior was well-appointed, with a wide console, hidden cupholders, and a wireless smartphone charging pad.

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia's cabin was comfortable on highways, featuring soft leather upholstery, a JBL premium audio system, and a triple-zone climate control system. The Sequoia included power-deploying running boards and a panoramic glass moonroof, though the latter reduced second-row headroom. The second-row captain's chairs lacked sliding functionality, limiting third-row legroom. The third-row seat was mounted above the battery pack, resulting in a high floor and limited thigh support. Cargo space was limited, with 325 litres behind the third row, expandable to 631 litres. The Sequoia's cargo capacity was significantly reduced compared to the previous model, affecting its overall utility.

The 2022 Ford Expedition featured Ford's Sync 4 and Sync 4A infotainment systems, with the latter offering a 15.5-inch touchscreen. Both systems included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and FordPass Connect. Sync 4A added advanced voice recognition and an adaptive dashcard user interface. The Expedition offered a Bang & Olufsen audio system, though audio quality varied. The infotainment system had quirks, such as accidental defroster activation and issues with Apple CarPlay. The Expedition also featured Pro Trailer Backup Assist 2.0, simplifying trailer reversing.

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia came with a new Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system, with a 14-inch touchscreen in most trims. The system included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with connected services for user accounts and an Intelligent Assistant. The Sequoia's infotainment system allowed simultaneous Bluetooth pairing, though there were issues with phone calls. The Capstone trim featured a 10-inch head-up display and a surround-view camera system. The Sequoia's parking sensors and automatic rear braking system effectively prevented collisions.

The 2022 Ford Expedition offered Ford Co-Pilot360 safety features, including forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. Higher trims added adaptive cruise control, lane-centring assist, and a surround-view camera system. The Expedition also offered BlueCruise hands-free driving technology. While adaptive cruise control performed well, lane-centring assist had issues with steering accuracy and frequent warnings.

The 2023 Toyota Sequoia included Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, with features like forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, and adaptive cruise control. The Sequoia also had blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking sensors with automatic braking. The Sequoia's safety systems were effective, though the lane-departure warning system's beeping was irritating. The Sequoia had not been crash-tested, but its Tundra platform received high ratings from the IIHS.