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    Bentley Commits to Five New EVs by 2030, Including a New Model in 2025

    Bentley follows through on previously announced plans to go electric by saying it will launch its first all-electric model in 2025.The statement today is in line with a commitment made in 2019 to build Bentley’s final internal-combustion engine in 2030.With five new models coming—one per year until 2030—we expect four will replace the existing Bentayga, Flying Spur, and Continental GT coupe and convertible, while the fifth will be an all-new model.Bentley affirmed its promise to go electric in a press conference today, but the plan to pivot to EVs is not brand-new. The British luxury brand first detailed its electrification plan in 2019 and said it would build its final combustion engine as soon as 2030. Now the company has moved forward on that schedule, saying it’s planning to launch a pure EV in 2025 and will then another electric model to the portofolio for each of the following four years.

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    We will need to wait for further details on the new products, but Bentley head of engineering Matthias Rabe told an online press conference today that each will be “a complete new car, a complete new model.” Considering that the company currently only has four models—the Bentayga SUV, the Flying Spur sedan, and the Continental GT coupe and convertible—basic math suggests the entire family will effectively be replaced by full EVs sooner rather than later, and that an additional model will be added to the range.

    Bentley CEO Adrian Hallmark described this new model as a “game changer” without a direct relationship to an existing model; our bet is a sub-Bentayga crossover. Existing models will then be replaced by EV models as they reach the end of their lives, the promised launch cadence (and age of the existing lineup) suggesting these will be a new Bentayga in 2026, a Continental coupe in 2027, a Continental convertible in 2028, and a new Flying Spur in 2029. Bentley’s place within Volkswagen Group means we can safely predict these new electric models will share core technology with other high-end models in the family; we believe that the next-generation Porsche Cayenne will have an EV variant, which would be an obvious basis for a Bentley sister. The pace of Lamborghini’s move toward electrification also seems to closely match Bentley’s, suggesting some other obvious synergies. But Bentley has also confirmed that all the new cars will be both engineered and built at the company’s existing factory in Crewe, England, with a $3.4 billion investment to both modernize and carbon-neutralize the plant. (Bentley also stated its intention to call the redone historic facility the “Dream Factory.”)

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    While the full EVs are likely to win most of the attention, Bentley has also dropped hints that we could see more powerful plug-in hybrids before it gives up on combustion altogether. We know that a hybridized version of the Continental is approaching, but Rabe also promised “much more powerful” PHEVs in the medium term. Given that Bentley’s two plug-ins use V-6 power from elsewhere in the group, this suggests a possible addition of the brawnier V-8 system from the Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid, an engine Lamborghini insiders have told us will be used in the next Urus.
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    2023 BMW 8-Series and M8 Gain Illuminated Grille and Fresh Colors

    BMW has given the 8-series and M8 a refresh for 2023, with an updated grille that now comes illuminated as standard.New colors are available across the lineup, and all 8-series and M8 models have a 12.3-inch center screen, up from 10.3 inches.The M8 can now be optioned with M Carbon bucket seats and adds a new interior color scheme of black and Sakhir Orange.After laying dormant since the 1999, BMW revived the 8-series nameplate in 2019 for a dashing coupe, convertible, and four-door “Gran Coupe” to sit atop the lineup. Now BMW has revealed a minor refresh for the 2023 8-series, with design updates to the front end, new colors, a few interior upgrades.
    The major change to the 8-series’ exterior is a standard illuminated grille, which also features wider slats. Two new 20-inch wheel designs are available and five new colors are offered: Skyscraper Grey, San Remo Green, Portimao Blue, BMW Individual Frozen Tanzanite Blue, and Frozen Pure Grey.The M850i xDrive models gain the aerodynamic sideview mirrors from the M8 and now sports an M badge in the grille. A new optional M Sport Package Professional for the coupe adds dark M Shadowline trim to the grille and headlights, as well as black brake calipers and a black rear spoiler.
    On the M8, which is now available only in 617-hp Competition form, those M Shadowline accents in the headlights come as standard. The M8 is also available with five new colors, but instead of Portimao Blue and San Remo Green it adds Brooklyn Grey and Isle of Man Green. Inside, the M8 can be specced with M Carbon bucket seats (first seen on the M3 and M4), which are heated and electronically adjustable, with a light-up M8 badge in the headrest and a memory function for the driver’s chair. The Merino leather and Alcanatara interior can also be had in a new black and Sakhir Orange color combo.

    All 8-series models, including the M8, get a new center infotainment display that grows from 10.25 to 12.3 inches. The M850i xDrive and M8 can also be had with the old-school BMW Motorsport logo in place of the standard BMW badge to honor the 50th anniversary of BMW M. BMW has also announced a special 8 X Jeff Koons edition, which will feature a vivid paint scheme consisting of eleven colors crafted by the American artist. It will be revealed February 17.The base price for the 840i is unchanged for 2023, but BMW has yet to reveal pricing for the rest of the lineup. Production of the 2023 8-series and M8 begins in March.
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    Toyota Tundra TRD Desert Racer May Preview a Future Raptor Fighter

    Toyota revealed the hardcore TRD Desert Racer Tundra at the SEMA show in November 2021.We are wondering, could the concept truck be Toyota’s plan to take on the Ford F-150 Raptor?Then again, the TRD Desert Racer may simply be a concept designed to inspire Tundra buyers and aftermarket suppliers.It seems just about every automotive brand with a full-size truck in its lineup wants a piece of the Ford F-150 Raptor’s pie. Ram has the mighty 1500 TRX, Chevy’s expanding its off-road-oriented ZR2 trim to the Silverado 1500 for 2022, and GMC is adding an even harder-core AT4X trim to the 2022 Sierra 1500 model line. Only the Nissan Titan and the Toyota Tundra remain unrepresented in this segment. This may change soon, however, as Toyota’s TRD Desert Racer Tundra concept from last year’s SEMA show potentially points to the fact the Japanese brand plans to take on its American competition with an all-terrain truck of its own.

    If Toyota ultimately decides to enter the Baja-truck-inspired rat race, then the brand is likely to use the TRD Desert Racer concept as a template, according to a report from The Drive. We wager this includes the likes of the show truck’s TRD-sourced suspension upgrades, widebody kit, and 37-inch all-terrain tires. Whether the TRD Desert Racer concept’s General Tire Grabber X3 rubber and Method Race Wheels–supplied 18-inch wheels get the green light is a different story. Nevertheless, we’re sure Toyota plans to put proper tires and a special set of wheels on any potential TRD Desert Racer–inspired Tundra it produces.
    While we doubt Toyota plans to fit such a Tundra with a powertrain that pumps out anywhere close to what the TRX’s 702-hp supercharged V-8 makes, we think it’s likely the automaker will manage to squeeze a few extra ponies from the Tundra’s available 437-hp gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain called iForce MAX. Whether this occurs by way of tweaks to the setup’s electric motor, twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine, or some combination of both is anyone’s guess. We certainly won’t be surprised if such a Tundra model makes an even 450 horsepower, a figure that matches the output of the Ford F-150 Raptor’s forced-induction V-6.Likewise, expect such a Tundra model to maintain the TRD Desert Racer’s grille-mounted amber lights that the government requires for vehicles of a certain width (this also means that the future Tundra would sport a similar set of red lights on its rear end). The plethora of driving lights fitted to the TRD Desert Racer, however, likely would fall to the cutting room floor. Still, we hope Toyota offers the show truck’s light bar with power-raising driving lights as an option throughout the Tundra line, and not just as one for its possible hardcore off-road model.Toyota continues to keep quiet on the production prospects of the TRD Desert Racer concept truck, and only time will tell if this SEMA vehicle ultimately serves as a template for an upcoming F-150 Raptor–fighting Tundra model. It could just turn out to be little more than a cool custom truck designed to stoke a fire in consumers and aftermarket suppliers. After all, they’ll always be looking to build upon stock versions of Toyota’s redesigned full-size pickup truck.
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    Upcoming Okinawa Electric Scooter Spied Testing For 1st Time

    Okinawa Oki90 Electric ScooterUpon launch, Okinawa Oki90 will cater to the premium electric scooter segment and rival the likes of Bajaj Chetak, Ola S1, Ather 450x
    Electric mobility has been gathering a lot of steam in the Indian market, especially in the two-wheeler segment. In the past few months, various battery-powered two-wheelers have entered the market and managed to grab people’s attention although several limitations remain.
    Since electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of mobility across the globe, we will be seeing numerous electric two-wheelers in the coming years. One such upcoming model is a scooter from Okinawa which has been internally codenamed Oki90. This scooter was previewed back in the last edition of Auto Expo in 2020.
    This battery-powered scooter has been spied for the first time. Going by the latest spy shots of the fully camouflaged prototype, it appears as if the scooter is nearing production. Aesthetically, most body panels of the e-scooter seemed production-ready. The paint scheme was nicely covered under a layer of camouflage.
    Upcoming Okinawa Electric Scooter Oki90
    Some notable exterior highlights include a raised pillion seat, a chunky single-piece, silver-finished grab rail which extends to form a sizable luggage rack at rear and a wide tail lamp which reminds us of Aprilia SXR 160. The thick floorboard suggests that the battery panels have been installed underneath the scooter which would provide the scooter better stability.
    Okinawa Oki90 Electric Scooter
    Upfront, it gets an LED headlamp mounted on the handlebar, and a pair of LED DRLs and turn indicators mounted coaxially on the apron. The rearview mirrors are completely embellished in chrome. The alloy wheels are quite large, especially with the standard of a scooter. The wheels appear to be 15-inch units which will also play a crucial role in the dynamics of the scooter.
    Expected Features & Specs
    Speaking of dynamics, suspension setup of Oki90 comprises conventional telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorbers at rear. Braking duties will be handled by disc brakes at both ends and most probably aided by ABS. Another feature highlight is a fully digital instrument console which is enabled with Bluetooth connectivity. The display will show crucial information such as distance to charge, etc.
    The scooter will be laced with creature comforts such as geo-fencing, navigation, diagnostics and more. Expect the scooter to be embedded with a eSIM as well. Oki90 will also be offered with two drive modes- Eco and Power which can be toggled through the right side of the switchgear.
    Okinawa has remained tight-lipped about the scooter’s specs but it is known that the Oki90 will be fitted with a removable lithium-ion battery which should offer a claimed range of 150-180 km on a single charge. Using a fast charger, the battery could be rejuvenated up to 80 percent of capacity in up to 60 minutes. However, the specs could only be confirmed after an official release from the company.

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    Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Dec 2021 – RE 650 Twins, Tiger, Ninja, Harley

    Royal Enfield 650 Modified By STG Tracker
    Royal Enfield 650 Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT accounted for 86 percent market share in the 500cc+ segment of motorcycles in December 2021
    In the past few years, many options for large-capacity motorcycles have been made available to Indian consumers. However, the 500cc+ segment still remains a niche space in the motorcycle community as only limited volumes are sold on a monthly basis due to their premium pricing.
    A total of 2,665 motorcycles with engine displacement above 500cc were sold by OEMs across India in December 2021. This translated to an 80 percent YoY growth when only 1,481 motorcycles from the same space were sold in the country during the same month the previous year.
    RE 650 Twins- Only mass seller
    Out of 2,665 units sold in this space, the 650cc Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT from Royal Enfield accounted for 2,301 units last month. The sales volume translated to a whopping market share of 86.34 percent and YoY growth of 76.59 percent.
    During the same period in 2020, Royal Enfield sold 1,303 units of the 650cc Twins. These two motorcycles are the only models in this segment to be locally manufactured in India.
    500cc+ Motorcycle sales Dec 2021
    Kawasaki, Triumph Fight Out
    Rest of the motorcycles in the list witnessed double-digit or single-digit sales figures. Second and third spots were taken by Kawasaki Z900 and Triumph Tiger 900 with 34 units dispatched by each last month. The latest entrant in this list is Kawasaki Z650 RS which witnessed a volume of 31 units. The Japanese bikemaker was again trailed by Triumph, this time with the Street Triple recording a sales volume of 29 units last month.
    The same trend for Kawasaki and Triumph continues again with the sixth and seventh spots occupied by Ninja 650 and Trident 660 respectively. Both motorcycles registered a monthly volume of 28 units and 26 units respectively. Harley Davidson broke into the list with Low Rider Special accounting for 21 units last month.
    Harley Davidson Finds Itself In List
    The iconic American quit independent operations in 2020 but continues to operate through retail outlets managed by Hero MotoCorp. Street Twin from Triumph witnessed a sales volume of 16 units. The same volume was registered by Kawasaki Ninja 1000. Only 12 units of Suzuki Hayabusa were sold last month. The same was the case with Triumph’s flagship model Rocket III.

    No
    500cc+ Motorcycles Sales
    Dec-21
    Dec-20
    Growth % YoY

    1
    650 Twin
    2,301
    1,303
    76.59

    2
    Z900
    34
    29
    17.24

    3
    Tiger 900
    34
    5
    580.00

    4
    Z650RS
    31
    0
    –

    5
    Street Triple
    29
    28
    3.57

    6
    Ninja650
    28
    4
    600.00

    7
    Trident
    26
    0
    –

    8
    Low Rider Special
    21
    0
    –

    9
    Street Twin
    16
    2
    700.00

    10
    Ninja1000
    16
    15
    6.67

    11
    Low Rider
    13
    0
    –

    12
    Hayabusa
    12
    0
    –

    13
    Rocket III
    12
    5
    140.00

    14
    Vulcan S
    11
    14
    -21.43

    15
    Ninja ZX-10R
    10
    0
    –

    16
    Sportster S
    9
    0
    –

    17
    Speed Twin
    9
    0
    –

    18
    883 Iron
    8
    0
    –

    19
    Fat Bob
    6
    0
    –

    20
    Z650
    5
    2
    150.00

    21
    1200 X-Forty Eight
    5
    0
    –

    22
    Fat Boy 114
    5
    0
    –

    23
    Versys 1000
    4
    12
    -66.67

    24
    Boneville Speedmaster
    4
    4
    0

    25
    Versys 650
    3
    21
    -85.71

    26
    DL650XA
    2
    17
    -88.24

    27
    Street Scrambler
    2
    0
    –

    28
    Boneville T120
    2
    0
    –

    29
    Street Glide
    2
    0
    –

    30
    CBR 650F
    1
    0
    –

    31
    Boneville T100
    1
    15
    -93.33

    32
    Pan America
    1
    0
    –

    33
    Boneville Bobber
    1
    0
    –

    34
    GL1800
    1
    0
    –

    35
    Low Rider S
    0
    2
    -100.00

    36
    W800
    0
    1
    -100.00

    37
    883 Iron
    0
    1
    -100.00

    38
    Forty Eight Special
    0
    1
    -100.00

    –
    Total
    2,665
    1,481
    79.95

    Kawasaki models Vulcan S and Ninja ZX-10R recorded 11 units and 10 units respectively. Rest of the models accounted for single-digit sales volume in December 2021. Sportster S and Speed Twin registered a volume of 9 units each and were preceded by Iron 883 with 8 units sold last month. Models like Harley Davidson Low Rider S, Kawasaki W800 and Forty Eight Special did not register a volume of a single unit. More

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    Tork Electric Motorcycle Launch Price 1.08 Lakh – 120 Kms Real Range

    Tork Kratos Electric MotorcycleBharat Forge along with Tork Motors has launched their first electric motorcycle – Kratos and Kratos R
    There has been a boom in electric vehicle space in India with new manufacturers launching products almost every other month. In the recent past, we have witnessed some new startups come out with attractive battery-powered models. Various subsidies and benefits offered from the Central government and various state governments have encouraged new OEMs to step into this industry.
    The latest to join the bandwagon is Bharat Forge, a Pune-based auto forged components manufacturer. The company has announced its entry in the electric two- and three-wheeler space with its partner, Tork Motors. The latter is another Pune-based electric two-wheeler startup that was founded in 2009.
    Bharat Forge currently owns a 49 percent stake in Tork Motors. In FY2021, Kalyani Group of companies had subscribed to additional shares in Tork with an investment of Rs 4 crore. As per Amit Kalyani, deputy managing director of Bharat Forge, Tork Motors has achieved subsidy requirements of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles Phase II (FAME-II) for multiple products, both in two- and three-wheelers.
    Tork Kratos Electric Motorcycle Specs
    Tork has kick started its two wheeler EV business in India with the launch of an electric motorcycle named Kratos. Additionally, Tork Motors is also looking to partner up with three-wheeler manufacturers for the supply of electric powertrains.
    Tork Kratos R Electric Motorcycle
    Speaking about the Tork Kratos, it is a thoroughly updated motorcycle, as compared to the T6X that was showcased about 5 years ago. It gets a 4 kWh battery delivering max power of 7.5 kW and peak torque of 28 Nm.
    0-40 kmph acceleration time is 4 seconds. It is only offered in white colour option. Certified range is 180 kms while the real range is 120 kms. Price starts from Rs 1.08 lakh, ex-sh Pune, including state and govt subsidies.
    Tork Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Specs
    The more expensive Tork Kratos R is priced 1.23 lakh, ex-sh Pune. Without the subsidy, it costs Rs 2.08 lakh, ex-sh. It is offered in 4 colour options of White, Black, Red and Blue. It also gets a 4 kWh battery like the Kratos, but Kratos R delivers more power of 9 kW and higher torque of 38 Nm. It achieves 0-40 kmph in 3.5 seconds.
    Tork Kratos and Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Specs
    Kratos R also gets a fast charging option, allowing the user to charge from 0-80% in just 1 hour. Tork is also setting up a fast charging network across India. Buyers of Kratos R will have free access to these charging networks for the first 2 years.
    Tork Kratos R also comes with internet connected features via the Tork app. It will have features like crash alert, geo-fencing, find my vehicle, motor walk assist, track mode, track analytics, smart charge analysis, vacation mode, etc.
    Tork Kratos and Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Prices
    Launch and Bookings
    Launch will take place in a phased manner. First cities to get the Tork electric motorcycles Kratos and Kratos R are – Pune, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Delhi. In phase 2, it will be launched in 100 cities across India. Bookings are now open on the official website for Rs 999.
    Bharat Forge aims to achieve a 5-6 percent market share in the electric mobility segment (two- and three-wheelers, trucks, and buses) in India by 2025. This could be achieved with the help of Kalyani Powertrain (KPTL), a subsidiary that was set up in the current fiscal year and will specifically cater to the e-mobility business. KPTL has got in touch with vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators about offering its e-mobility platform.
    Tork Electric Motorcycle Charger
    The company is aiming at opportunities across categories – from providing sub-systems to complete electric powertrains as well as lightweight structural components. Bharat Forge has also cut down on its capital expenditure guidance to Rs 200-250 crore for FY22, down from Rs 300 crore announced in June for the Indian market.
    Electric mobility, especially in the two-wheeler segment, has been blooming across the Indian market big time in the past few months. A rise in the cost of conventional fossil fuel along with tightening emission norms have also led to many people starting to shift battery-powered vehicles. More

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    Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Dec 2021 – 125, 150, 160, 180, 200, 250

    Image – Crazy MotorsBajaj Pulsar sales for December 2021 saw a de-growth both in domestic and export markets
    Bajaj Pulsar brand of bikes are offered in multiple options (ranging from 125cc to 250cc) with price starting from Rs 66,586. Speaking about sales performance in Dec 2021, total sales in domestic and export markets stood at 86,979 units, down 18 percent YoY from 1,06,068 units sold in December 2020.
    MoM sales and exports increased marginally by 1.42 percent from 85,763 units sold in November 2021. Every model in the Pulsar range dipped on a YoY basis while Pulsar 160, 180, 200 range saw a 40.78 percent increase in MoM sales to 40,596 units, up from 28,837 units sold in November 2021.
    Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Dec 2021
    Bajaj Pulsar domestic sales stood at 59,225 units last month, down 14.22 percent over 69,044 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also fell 4.34 percent from 61,913 units sold in November 2021.
    Bajaj Pulsar 125 topped sales charts with 27,900 units sold in December 2021, down 34.64 percent from 42,686 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also dipped 34.06 percent from 42,311 units sold in November 2021. This also resulted in share percentage falling from 68.34 percent to 47.11 percent MoM.
    Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Dec 2020 (YoY)
    Pulsar 150 (150 Neon, 150, and 150 Twin-disc) saw a 36.13 percent YoY growth to 27,169 units, up from 19,169 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales noted an even higher growth rate at 107.65 percent from 13,084 units sold in November 2021.
    Sales of Bajaj Pulsar 250 dipped 41.73 percent YoY to 2,621 units from 4,498 units sold in December 2020 while MoM sales increased 306.99 percent from 644 units sold in November 2021. On the other hand sales of Pulsar 160, 180 and 200 dipped 19.30 percent YoY to 1,535 units from 1,902 units sold in December 2020 and down 73.87 percent MoM over 5,874 units sold in November 2021.
    Bajaj Pulsar Exports Breakup Dec 2021
    Bajaj also registered a Year-on-Year decline in terms of Pulsar exports in December 2021. Total exports in the past month stood at 27,754 units, down 25.04 percent over 37,024 units shipped in December 2020. MoM performance was better with a 16.37 percent increase over 23,850 units shipped in November 2021.
    Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Nov 2021 (MoM)
    The 160, 180, 200 Pulsar range was in demand in global markets with 13,427 units shipped in December 2021 down 14.77 percent over 15,753 units shipped in December 2020. MoM shipments saw some improvement over 9,410 units sold in November 2021.
    Pulsar 150cc range saw a 54.20 percent YoY de-growth in shipments last month to 6,432 units, down from 14,043 units shipped in December 2020 while MoM exports also dipped 39.50 percent from 10,632 units in November 2021.
    Bajaj Pulsar Total (Sales + Exports) – Dec 2021
    Exports of Pulsar 220F / 250 increased last month by 49.35 percent to 3,992 units while MoM exports surged by 159.90 percent from 1,536 units shipped in November 2021. Pulsar 125 saw 3,903 units exported last month, down 14.31 percent YoY from 4,555 units shipped in December 2020 while MoM saw a 71.79 percent growth from 2,272 units shipped in November 2021. More

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    2023 Toyota Sequoia Arrives with a Standard Hybrid Powertrain

    This is the 2023 Toyota Sequoia full-size three-row SUV, and it shares many components with the 2022 Tundra pickup. It comes standard with the iForce MAX hybrid powertrain with a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6 that produces a total of 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. Arriving in the summer, it’ll be available in SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone models starting at around $50,000. Toyota is revamping its ancient body-on-frame offerings with technology from the modern era, including better interiors with massive touchscreens, coil-sprung rear suspensions, and more efficient powertrains. The 2022 Tundra pickup arrived first, aiming to capture a larger share of the full-size-pickup market dominated by Ford, Chevy, and Ram, and now the new 2023 Sequoia full-size SUV is here with similar upgrades. And it only comes as a hybrid.

    2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro.
    Toyota

    Like the new Tundra, the Sequoia is built on Toyota’s TNGA-F platform, but it’s shorter in length compared with the full-size pickup. This platform also underpins the new global Land Cruiser and Lexus LX, but the former isn’t sold here anymore. The Sequoia now uses a solid rear axle instead of an independent setup like the previous-generation and the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Jeep Wagoneer. Rear air springs and adaptive dampers are available, and the off-road-oriented TRD Pro model has 2.5-inch Fox dampers with internal-bypass chambers and remote reservoirs and 33-inch Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires.

    Unlike the Tundra, which is available with a nonhybrid twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6, the Sequoia comes standard with the iForce MAX hybrid setup. It has an electric motor between the twin-turbo V-6 and 10-speed automatic transmission that’s powered by a roughly 1.5-kWh nickel-metal-hydride battery pack. This combination provides 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. Toyota hasn’t announced fuel-economy estimates yet for the Sequoia or Tundra hybrids, but Sequoias can tow up to 9000 pounds. That’s 600 pounds more than the Chevy Tahoe’s max rating but less than the Ford Expedition’s and Jeep Wagoneer’s. To help with hauling, a towing technology package adds a trailer backup guide, and towing mirrors and a surround-view camera are available. The Sequoia’s grille is somewhat downsized compared to the Tundra’s. It’s about 10 percent smaller than the pickup’s, since it’s not a single-frame look, but the rest of the front end is shared with the pickup, including the headlights. We think the Sequoia’s best angle is the rear three quarter view, which shows the thin taillights that complement the lights in the front. Among the exterior color choices are Lunar Rock and Supersonic Red.
    Interior improvements first seen on the Tundra carry over into the Sequoia. An 8.0-inch touchscreen is standard on the SR5 model, but the large 14.0-inch touchscreen is available as an option on that trim on it and standard on the rest of the lineup. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is standard, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. It offers either a second-row bench or captain’s chairs, and the third-row bench seat can slide up to six inches and fold down to fit in an adjustable cargo shelf. When it goes on sale this summer, the Sequoia will be available in SR5, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone (a fully loaded, luxury model first introduced on the Tundra) models with two- or four-wheel drive available. A TRD Sport package is available on the SR5 model that adds black TRD wheels, Bilstein dampers, and other TRD accents. Newly available on the Sequoia SR5 and Limited models is a TRD off-road package, and it adds a locking rear differential, Bilstein dampers, black 18-inch TRD wheels, Multi-Terrain Select off-road drives modes, and off-road cruise control. The 2023 Toyota Sequoia will be built alongside the Tundra at Toyota’s factory in San Antonio, Texas. Pricing is expected to start close to $50,000 and reach around $70,000 for the fully loaded Capstone model.
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