Toyota is charging into 2026 with meaningful updates to its full-size workhorses — the Tundra pickup and Sequoia SUV — delivering an impressive mix of power, comfort, and advanced tech. Both models, built proudly in Texas, are embracing fresh interior treatments, added convenience features, and off-road-focused enhancements that show Toyota isn’t taking its foot off the gas when it comes to meeting customer demand across multiple segments.
Starting with the 2026 Toyota Tundra, the popular full-size pickup receives a host of functional and visual updates. Leading the charge is a refreshed Capstone trim that now features upscale Shale Premium Textured leather seats. The Limited grade also benefits from a revised seat pattern with new black or grey leather options, accented by contrasting stitching for a touch of elegance.
Toyota is also leaning into customization and performance. The rugged TRD Pro trim adds ISO Dynamic Seats, originally introduced on the Tacoma TRD Pro, for improved support during spirited off-road driving. TRD fans also get a new exclusive Wave Maker paint color, and a TRD 3-inch lift kit can now be paired with the TRD Rally Package, giving buyers more factory-built capability.
Under the hood, the Tundra continues to offer two powerful setups. The i-FORCE twin-turbo V6 delivers 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, while the i-FORCE MAX hybrid variant ups the ante with 437 horsepower and a monstrous 583 lb-ft of torque. Both engines pair with a 10-speed automatic transmission tuned for towing, hauling, and low-speed crawling. Every Tundra now comes standard with a larger 32.2-gallon fuel tank and towing hardware, including a hitch and 7/4 pin connector, even on the entry-level SR model.
TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro packages continue to shine off the pavement with trail-ready gear like Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, and a locking rear differential. Tundras with these packages also get the Multi-Terrain Monitor, offering live views of the terrain around the vehicle to help tackle tight spots with more confidence.
Toyota hasn’t forgotten about daily usability. Rear passengers in double cab models now get added comfort with air vents, and single-zone climate control systems across the board gain smartflow management for improved efficiency. Even convenience gets an upgrade with power running boards available on select trims and the SX Package now sporting 20-inch wheels.
Like the Tundra, the 2026 Toyota Sequoia brings significant upgrades to the table, most notably standardizing the powerful i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain across all trims. That means every Sequoia now comes with 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, making it one of the most capable and responsive full-size SUVs in its class. With a maximum towing capacity of up to 9,520 pounds, it’s built for more than just school runs and grocery duty.
On the luxury front, the Sequoia Capstone trim gets the same Shale Premium Textured leather as its Tundra sibling, while the Limited grade moves to upscale leather-trimmed seats with striking stitching details. The entire Sequoia lineup now includes power-folding third-row seats as standard equipment, enhancing both practicality and ease of use.
One of the most talked-about features is the addition of available massaging front seats in 1794, Platinum, and Capstone trims. Controlled through the Sequoia’s available 14-inch touchscreen, the system offers customizable massage settings for upper and lower body areas, turning long drives into a spa-like experience.
TRD Pro buyers will again enjoy trail-ready features like Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, and a locking rear differential, while the all-new Wave Maker color offers visual exclusivity. Both the Sequoia and Tundra share Toyota’s advanced Audio Multimedia system, which brings a natural voice interface, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cloud-based navigation, and a simplified control layout designed for gloved hands and real-world usability.
Across both vehicles, Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 comes standard, offering peace of mind with features like Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist, and Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and parking assist with automatic braking are available on higher trims.
Both the 2026 Tundra and Sequoia continue to represent Toyota’s balance of bold design, serious capability, and real-world practicality. Whether you’re hauling heavy loads, carving off-road trails, or cruising with the family in comfort, these updated models prove that Toyota is evolving its trucks and SUVs to meet drivers where they are today, while still paving the way for tomorrow.
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