The 3 new midsize SUVs from Tata, Hyundai, and Citroen are scheduled to go on sale in India in the upcoming months. India’s automotive market is expected to welcome a number of new midsize internal combustion engine SUVs from manufacturers like Citroen, Hyundai, and Tata in the upcoming months.
1. Tata Curvv:
Powered by a diesel engine, Tata debuted the production version of the Curvv concept at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 in February. The ICE version is expected to release shortly after the electric version, which is planned for sale in the middle of 2024. Under the hood of the ICE model will be a new 1.5L turbo diesel and 1.2L DI turbo petrol engine.
The 1.5L turbo diesel engine will generate 115 PS and 260 Nm of torque, while the 1.2L DI turbo petrol engine will reach 125 PS of maximum power and 225 Nm of torque. Customers have a choice between automatic and manual gearboxes. Models including the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, VW Taigun, and Skoda Kushaq will compete with this midsize SUV coupe.
2. Citroen Basalt:
A few months ago, Citroen India unveiled the concept Basalt Vision coupe, which will go on sale in the second part of this year. Because it is a coupe SUV as opposed to the conventional 4.3-meter-long midsize SUVs, it will directly compete with the incoming Tata Curvv, which is positioned above the C3 Aircross. The five-seater will be powered by the well-known 1.2L turbo three-cyl petrol engine from the C3 Aircross and will be offered with both manual and automatic transmissions. It is based on the substantially localised CMP architecture.
3. Hyundai Alcazar Facelift:
Later this year, the Hyundai Alcazar will receive a major redesign that draws inspiration from the Creta facelift. There will be significant improvements to the outside and inside, and the features list will be expanded to include high-end comforts like Level 2 ADAS. The 1.5L turbocharged petrol and 1.5L diesel engines, however, won’t alter, and there won’t be any changes to the available gearbox choices.
Mahindra has changed the exterior paint jobs of the Thar, one of the most well-liked SUVs available. In addition to five existing colour choices, a new shade named “Deep Forest” is now available for the lifestyle off-roader.
Six exterior colors—Red Rage, Deep Grey, Everest White, Stealth Black, Desert Fury, and Deep Forest—are now offered for the Mahindra Thar. The last three of these are the most recent additions to Thar’s colour scheme.
The Thar is available with both a 4WD and RWD drivetrain and with a petrol or diesel engine.
The Indian automaker has announced that the Thar’s pricing would be adjusted by up to Rs. 10,000. This brings the SUV’s price range (ex-showroom) to between Rs. 11.35 lakh and Rs. 17.60 lak
Renault’s performance branch, Alpine, plans to launch a road car powered by a V6 hydrogen engine.
The French company is investigating the possibility of developing hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine (ICE) models in addition to investing in completely electric vehicles (EVs).
The head of Alpine’s design department, Antony Villain, affirmed that a production model was considered while creating the Alpenglow concept car.
Alpenglow concept car: A step toward hydrogen power
Although the 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, turbocharged engine in the Alpenglow concept car is turbocharged, Alpine is now working on a more potent V6 engine.
It is anticipated that this new powertrain will outperform the four-cylinder model’s 340 horsepower.
Villain made a suggestion that this bigger engine might be added to a small number of street-legal versions, saying, “Why not? How come it’s not on the roads?”
Renault’s commitment to high-performance vehicles
An refinement of a design from 2022, the Alpenglow represents Renault’s commitment to producing high-performance automobiles.
Plans for the sports car are still on track despite early hiccups during its first test in Belgium because of an electrical problem.
Later this year, the new V6 engine will replace Ligier’s current LMP3 chassis.
Renault’s future lineup: Electric and potentially hydrogen
The prospect of putting the Alpenglow into production was alluded to by Renault CEO Luca de Meo during last week’s Annual General Meeting.
He said that Renault intends to increase its lineup to seven models, maybe adding hydrogen-powered vehicles, even though the A110 model won’t be available for sale for much longer.
De Meo declared that “100% electric and maybe, potentially, hydrogen-engine cars” will comprise their line.
A $37.5 million deal has been signed by the startup Starfish Space and the U.S. Space Force to construct, launch, and manage the Otter satellite maintenance vehicle in geostationary orbit by 2026.
The Assured Access to Space program office of the Space Systems Command awarded the four-year contract, which is known as a STRATFI (Strategic Funding Increase) arrangement. It combines $30 million in venture capital investment with $37.5 million in government funds.
The Defense Department uses STRATFI agreements to close the financial gap between research and development of new technologies and their practical implementation.
Col. Joyce Bulson, director of servicing, mobility, and logistics at Space Systems Command, stated in a news release on May 20 that “this project is another step forward in delivering what our warfighters require in sustained space maneuver.”
‘Augmented Maneuver’
According to Bulson, the Otter spacecraft will showcase its ability to offer military satellites “augmented maneuver options.”
The majority of DoD satellites in GEO are not very good at moving around. By docking and latching to the client satellite, the Otter spacecraft would provide augmented maneuver. Then, using Otter’s own propulsion systems, it would provide the military satellite a push or a pull to make precise movements or orbital changes.
Former Blue Origin and NASA engineers launched Starfish Space in 2019, with its headquarters located in Kent, Washington.
The Otter vehicle will be used by the business to provide commercial services. The company said in a statement on May 20 that the spacecraft can rotate government satellites while they are connected together. It can also dock with unprepared or unconfigured satellites. “This augmented maneuver service with Otter will improve resilience, tactical responsiveness, and strategic flexibility of U.S. assets on-orbit in support of national defense priorities.”
Additional Potential Uses
In order to improve its ability to maneuver satellites in orbit, the Space Force is considering a number of solutions. One choice is refueling while in orbit. Another is to use spacecraft such as Otter for servicing. “In addition to enhanced maneuver, there are many other uses for Starfish Space’s Otter, including orbital transfer, station-keeping or life extension, and finally orbital disposal, which guarantees access to important orbital slots while exhibiting acceptable norms in space,” stated Bulson.
The precise government assets that Otter’s first mission was intended to attack are still unknown.
SpaceWERX, the Space Force’s technology branch, has awarded multiple Small Business Innovation Research contracts to Starfish Space in recent years. The business attempted to launch a low-Earth orbit demonstration mission called “Otter Pup” in 2023, but it encountered an anomaly and failed to complete.
Trevor Bennett, co-founder of Starfish Space, stated, “Starfish looks forward to collaborating with the Space Force to build the capabilities required to enable dynamic space operations,”
“We can match private capital from our investors with government resources and acquire new capabilities quickly thanks to the STRATFI program,” he stated. The government’s aspirations to combine commercial services with DoD activities will be aided by the Space Force mission.
With the release of a few new vehicles, Tata Motors will grow its market share in India. The Altroz Racer, Nexon CNG, and Curvv are anticipated to go on sale in the upcoming months, despite the lack of formal launch dates. In April, Tata Motors ranked as the third most popular automobile brand. Last month, it sold 47,885 cars, up 1.9% year over year from the 47,010 it sold in April 2023. On the other hand, its monthly sales decreased by about 3,000 units, or 4.4%.
Tata Nexon iCNG
The Nexon i-CNG made its debut at the Bharat Mobility Expo earlier this year, and it is anticipated to go on sale in India shortly. Tata Motors presently provides three powertrain options for the Nexon in India: diesel, petrol, and electric. The Nexon will be the first vehicle in the country to be offered with a range of powertrain options once the new CNG option is added.
With the exception of a few CNG-specific changes, the forthcoming Nexon’s design elements are mostly similar to those of its diesel and gasoline-powered brother. Its mechanical configuration comprises of a twin-cylinder CNG kit added by the factory and a 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine. Even if the power and torque numbers are not yet known, they should be less than those of its petrol-powered brother, which has 118 horsepower and 170 Nm.
The little SUV can hold 230 litres of cargo and is anticipated to have a 60 litre cylinder capacity. Among its many characteristics are an auto fuel switch, leakage-proof materials, a single sophisticated ECU, a modular fuel filter, leak detecting failure, direct start in CNG mode, and a micro switch.
Tata Curvv
It is likely that Indian roads will see the Tata Curvv sometime in the latter half of 2024. The ICE version will go on sale after the EV version. The former (EV) is probably going to be available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and in single or dual-motor variants. Moreover, 400–500 kilometres of range are anticipated on a single charge. The 1.5-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine with 113 horsepower and 260 Nm and the 1.2-liter 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 118 horsepower and 170 Nm are likely to be the identical powertrains seen in the Nexon. There is a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed AMT, and a 7-speed DCT gearbox available.
The ICE Curvv is expected to retail for between Rs 10 lakh to Rs 11 lakh, while the EV variant is likely to cost Rs 20 lakh. In their respective markets, both versions will face competition from a variety of vehicles, including the Volkswagen Taigun, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG ZS EV, and Hyundai Kona Electric.
Tata Altroz Racer
In India, the sportier Altroz is probably going to be on sale the first week of June. It will be positioned higher in the range than the Tata Altroz XZ iTurbo (Rs 9.20 lakh and Rs 10.10 lakh). The same 1.2-liter, three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that drives the Tata Nexon is anticipated to power the Altroz Racer. However, a 6-speed manual gearbox will be the preferred option.
A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, rear AC vents, a wireless charger, a heads-up display, aluminium pedals, heated front seats, six airbags, ESC (electronic stability control), and a 360-degree surround camera are some of the features that the hatch may be equipped with. The Tata Altroz Racer is anticipated to retail for approximately Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom) in terms of price.
In Game 7, on Monday night, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vancouver Canucks 3-2, thanks in large part to three goals and an assist from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. This victory sent the team to the Western Conference final.
The Oilers also had two assists from Evan Bouchard and two more goals from Zach Hyman and Cody Ceci. Stuart Skinner made a total of fifteen saves.
Edmonton will play Game 1 of the series against Dallas on Thursday night in an attempt to win the Stanley Cup for the first time since 1993.
Vancouver’s goals came from Conor Garland and Filip Hronek in the third period, while Arturs Silovs made 26 saves.
Forward J.T. Miller of Vancouver stated, “They came out hungry.” “Thought they outplayed us in the first period. … Tip your cap to the Oilers.”
Following the news that leading goal scorer Brock Boeser was out with a suspected blood clotting problem, the Canucks had to rearrange their forward lines on Monday. After missing two games, Sam Lafferty and Ilya Mikheyev drew in for Game 7, with Vasily Podkolzin being scratched.
The first period belonged to Silovs, who stopped all 13 shots he faced. Skinner only had to make two saves in the first period, despite the fact that the Canucks were given their first power play of the game late in it.
In his on-ice interview, Edmonton captain Connor McDavid stated, “We know how to make it stressful.” “We gave one away, and made it interesting and they’re a great team over there, they were going to keep battling. We hung in there, though, and I was proud of the group.”
With a slap shot from the right point that beat Silovs high to the glove side at 1:16, Ceci gave his club the lead for the first time in the second period. At 5:20 of the Oilers’ first power play, Hyman scored his 11th goal of the playoffs, leading the league, by tipping Evan Bouchard’s point shot to Silovs’ stick side.
With 4:38 remaining, Nugent-Hopkins increased the advantage to 3-0 with a hard-angled shot. It was the first power-play goal in three games for Edmonton.
Nugent-Hopkins remarked, “We expect a lot of ourselves,” “But you just can’t say it, you have to go out and do it.”
Earlier this year, the Dell XPS 13 9340 with Intel Meteor Lake was released. Dell is now releasing the XPS 13 9345, its ARM version. The Snapdragon X1 Elite and Snapdragon X1 Plus SoCs from Qualcomm are powering a rising number of modern laptops, including the XPS 13 9345.
The Snapdragon X1 Elite X1E-80-100 powers the global edition of the new XPS 13 9345, while the Snapdragon X1 Plus X1P-64-100 powers the China-only model.
With a dual-core boost of up to 4 GHz and an all-core boost of up to 3.4 GHz, the X1E-80-100 has 12 cores. The NPU of the chip is rated to provide 45 TOPS of performance. In contrast, the X1P-64-100 has a 45 TOPS NPU and 10 cores with boosts up to 3.4 GHz. The graphics are powered by the inbuilt Adreno GPU.
The only noteworthy, however small, changes in the XPS 13 9345 are related to the ports and the network adapter, aside from the migration to ARM SoCs. Nothing special, but it’s worth mentioning that the Thunderbolt 4 in the XPS 13 9340 (available for US$1,399.99 at Best Buy) is swapped out for two USB 4 ports (with DisplayPort 2.1-out and power delivery) on the ARM XPS 13.
All wireless networking demands are met by Qualcomm’s FastConnect 7800 Wi-Fi 7 WLAN card with Bluetooth 5.4. Dell’s quad-speaker Dolby Atmos array is tuned using Qualcomm Fluence rather than WavesMaxx Audio Pro as is customary.
The chassis design from the XPS 13 9340 has not changed. You receive the identical 1.17 kg, 14.8 mm thin, CNC-machined aluminum construction with Gorilla Glass 3 on top for the palm rest.
Three 13.4-inch Dolby Vision InfinityEdge panels are still available for selection: FHD+ 120 Hz non-touch, QHD+ 120 Hz touch, and 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED 60 Hz touch. Additionally, Gorilla Glass Victus protection is included with the OLED option.
Upgrading to 64 GB LPDDR5x-8400 memory and 4 TB of storage is possible. Both the 60 W power adapter and the 55 Whr battery are still in use.
With the XPS 13 9345, Dell promises an all-day battery life, which makes sense given the updated architecture. But according to a recent leak, Dell may limit the TDP of the X1E-80-100 to 17.5 W in power saving mode and 25.5 W in performance mode, respectively.
Graphite and Platinum color options for the Dell XPS 13 9345 will be available for pre-order today, with pricing starting at US$1,299 and CA$1,649. It will be fascinating to watch how both versions compare in the following days given the US cost is the same as the Meteor Lake version.
Scientists have found a planet about the size of Earth that is constantly exposed to radiation; its atmosphere has long since corroded away, leaving it bare. While astronomers are not interested in life as we know it because they might be able to study the geology of a planet outside our solar system for the first time, life as we know it cannot live on this scorching planet.
SPECULOOS-3 b, the newly discovered exoplanet, is a rocky planet located around 55 light-years away from Earth. Days and nights on the planet are limitless, but it zips around its host star every 17 hours. Similar to how the moon is to Earth, astronomers believe the planet is tidally locked to its star. The nightside is imprisoned in perpetual darkness, while a single dayside is always directed toward the star.
The exoplanet’s star, a red dwarf star approximately the size of Jupiter that is 7 billion years old, regularly emits radiation that causes the planet to heat up to Venus-like levels, according to telescope measurements. According to scientists’ latest analysis, which was published on May 15 in the journal Nature Astronomy, whatever atmosphere that the planet may have had may have easily gone into space long ago and left behind a sizzling boulder that was devoid of air.
“Life as we know it could not emerge on the surface of the planet—atmosphere or not—because it could not sustain large amounts of water in liquid form,” said Michaël Gillon, the primary author of the study and an astronomer at the University of Liège in Belgium, to Live Science. “It is a bare rock planet like Mercury.”
The researchers stated that although though SPECULOOS-3 b is uninhabitable by life, it is sufficiently close to Earth to allow for in-depth investigations on its chemical composition, which could determine whether the planet was ever geologically active.
For example, future observations with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will be able to verify whether or not volcanoes have erupted on the planet. That might shed light on how rocky planets, such as SPECULOOS-3 b, originate around dim, luminous stars and whether some of them are potentially habitable even though they are near their sun.
Gillon stated that the team “searched intensively” for planetary siblings of SPECULOOS-3 b in the same solar system but was unable to locate any. He mentioned the possibility that those extra planets exist, but they are either too small or too far away from their host star to be visible.
Around a Cold Star is a Hot Planet
Since 2011, Gillon and his associates have used a network of six telescopes dispersed around Chile, the Canary Islands, and Mexico to identify SPECULOOS-3 b. The network is known as the Search for Planets Eclipsing Ultra-Cool Stars, or SPECULOOS. Its name is derived from a spiced shortbread from Belgium that is typically presented to kids on December 6th in honor of St. Nicholas Day.
Finding rocky planets around ultracool dwarf stars, whose small size makes it simpler for telescopes to find planets in orbit, is the primary objective of the project. Not only are they hundreds of times dimmer and thousands of degrees colder than the sun, but they also burn up their fuel slowly and have a much longer lifespan—roughly 100 billion years. (When the sun dies in around 4.5 billion years, it will be about 10 billion years old.)
Remarkably, “they are expected to be the last stars still shining in the universe,” stated Amaury Triaud, the co-author of the study and an exoplanetology professor at the University of Birmingham in England. According to the experts, their exceptionally long lifespans provide windows of opportunity for life to arise on planets within their systems.
Nevertheless, it is challenging to examine them due to their great faintness. A SPECULOOS robotic telescope in Mexico monitored telltale dips in the host star’s light constantly for five nights in 2021 in order to find SPECULOOS-3 b. The study discovered that the first indications of the orbiting newfound planet appeared then and were verified a year later.
“There would be no blue sky or clouds if there is no atmosphere — it would just be dark, like on the surface of the moon,” MIT research scientist and study co-author Benjamin Rackham stated in a different MIT statement. “And the ‘sun’ would be a big, purplish-red, spotted, and flaring star that would look about 18 times as big as the sun looks to us in the sky.”
According to Gillon, SPECULOOS-3 b is the project’s ninth discovery of this kind of planet, and many more should be discovered in the years to come. The newly discovered SPECULOOS-3 b “is an excellent target for JWST,” according to Gillon, similar to the planets previously spotted by the project, including a family of seven in the well-known TRAPPIST-1 system, some of which are thought to be possibly habitable.
“With this world, we could basically start doing exoplanetary geology,” MIT assistant professor of planetary sciences and research co-author Julien de Wit stated in a release regarding the MIT study. “How cool is that?”
In India, one of the top automakers is Tata Motors. They are developing new products to add to their portfolio in addition to the wide range of products they now offer. Another well-known brand in EVs is Tata.
Tata Nexon iCNG
Right now, one of the most well-liked small SUVs offered in India is the Nexon. With their twin-cylinder technology, which provides the comfort of CNG without sacrificing trunk room, Tata completely changed the CNG market. Tata debuted the Tigor iCNG AMT and Tiago AMT iCNG in a similar manner.
Tata debuted the Nexon SUV using compressed natural gas (CNG) at this year’s Bharat Mobility Expo. It is anticipated that the launch will take place later this year. The Nexon will be the first turbocharged car with a factory-installed CNG kit when it is released. A 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine will power the SUV; this engine will provide less power and torque than the standard petrol variant. Additionally, it is anticipated that the CNG variant will cost at least 1 lakh more than the comparable petrol version.
Tata Altroz Racer
They originally came upon this idea at the Auto Expo the previous year. What the Hyundai i20 N Line is to Tata, the Altroz Racer is to Hyundai. It is a more aggressively styled variant of the standard luxury hatchback. A few times, the Altroz Racer has been seen testing, and pictures of the vehicle are also accessible on the internet.
The 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine powering the premium hatchback will remain the same, but it will produce more power than before. The Altroz Racer is anticipated to produce 120 PS when mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The standard iTurbo variant has five gears and produces 10 PS less.
The roof, tailboard and bonnet of the Altroz Racer are all blacked out. A tint of red or orange is used to complete the remainder of the body. To give it a sporty appearance, the bonnet has white racing stripes. All of the standard Altroz’s features are anticipated to be available in the automobile. Additionally, it will have front ventilated seats, a first for the sector. Along with many other features, it will have a HUD, six airbags, and a 360-degree camera.
Tata Curvv
Tata has been hinting at this brand-new product for a while now. The Tata Curvv mid-size SUV concept and near-production model were viewed by them at the Auto Expo the previous year. The SUV is anticipated to go into production and be released in the next months. It has been observed undergoing testing on local roads multiple times. It is anticipated that the SUV would arrive during the holiday season.
Tata is anticipated to release the Curvv’s electric variant first. As a result, Tata will outperform competitors like the Maruti eVX and Creta EV. The future Tata Curvv’s technical characteristics are yet unknown.
Additionally, Tata plans to introduce an ICE Curvv with a choice of petrol or diesel engines. The SUV will be powered by a brand-new 1.2-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with 125 PS and a choice of manual or automatic transmissions. The 1.5-liter turbocharged engine in the diesel variant will be available with both a manual and an automatic gearbox. To compete, Tata Curvv will be equipped with a number of high-end features. It is anticipated that Curvv’s ICE version will be released by early 2025 or by the end of 2024.
In the US, Toyota’s small and mid-size trucks and SUVs are quite well-liked.With a new hybrid V6 engine, the full-size 2024 Sequoia is a very capable and contemporary Toyota SUV that is also regarded for its dependability. On the other hand, one of the most well-liked full-size SUVs available is the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The 2024 Chevy Tahoe is an extremely capable SUV with remarkable interior and cargo volume.
Performance And Capability
In 2023, Toyota discontinued the V8 engine with the release of the third-generation Sequoia. A 3.4-liter V6 turbocharged engine paired with Toyota’s iForce-Max hybrid system powers the 2024 Sequoia. A 1.87 kWh nickel-metal hydride battery pack and a 48 hp AC permanent magnet synchronous electric motor power the V6 motor.
Three engine options are available for the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe: the standard 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8, the bigger 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8, and a 3.0-liter inline-6 turbodiesel engine that produces a lot of torque.
Base Powertrain Comparison
2024 Toyota Sequoia
2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make
Toyota
Chevrolet
Model
Sequoia
Tahoe
Engine/Motor
3.4-Liter Twin Turbo Hybrid V6
3.0L I-6 Turbodiesel/5.3L V-8/6.2L V-8
Horsepower
437 HP
277/355/420 HP
Torque
583 LB-FT
460/383/460 LB-FT
Drivetrain
4×2 / 4×4
4×2 / 4×4
Transmission
10-speed automatic
10-Speed AT
MSRP
$61,275-79,110
$58,195
The hybrid V8 engine in the Sequoia produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque combined. The Tahoe’s 5.3-liter V8 engine is tuned to provide 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The most potent is the bigger 6.2-liter V8, which produces 460 lb-ft of torque and 420 horsepower. With 460 lb-ft of torque and 277 horsepower, the 3.0-liter turbodiesel in the Tahoe is the least potent engine.
When compared to the Chevrolet Tahoe, the Toyota SUV is more potent and produces more torque. Standard on the Sequoia and Tahoe are 10-speed automatic transmissions with 4×2 and 4×4 powertrain options.
Fuel Economy
The Sequoia’s new hybrid V6 engine with 4×2 is EPA-rated for 22 combined miles per gallon of fuel efficiency. The Sequoia can get 21 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the interstate. Conversely, the Duramax diesel 4×2 vehicles are the most fuel-efficient Chevrolet Tahoe variant, with a total fuel economy of up to 24 MPG, including 21 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway. In the city, the Tahoe and Sequoia are similarly efficient, but the Chevy benefits from having a diesel engine.
Model
Toyota Sequoia
Chevrolet Tahoe
Engine
3.4-Liter V6 Hybrid 4×2
3.0-Liter, 6-Cylinder, Diesel, 4×2
City
21 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
24 MPG
28 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
24 MPG
Toyota Sequoia Vs. Chevrolet Tahoe Towing And Off-Road Capability
The Toyota Sequoia has a maximum towing capacity of 9,520 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 1,730 pounds when outfitted correctly. On the other hand, a properly outfitted Chevrolet Tahoe has a 1,834-pound payload capacity and can tow up to 8,400 pounds. Features for trailer assistance are available on both the Sequoia and Tahoe.
The Toyota Sequoia has a maximum towing capacity of 9,520 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 1,730 pounds when outfitted correctly. On the other hand, a properly outfitted Chevrolet Tahoe has a 1,834-pound payload capacity and can tow up to 8,400 pounds. Features for trailer assistance are available on both the Sequoia and Tahoe.
Towing And Payload Capacities
Toyota Sequoia
Chevrolet Tahoe
Towing Capacity
8,980-9,520 lbs
8,400 lbs
Payload
1,435-1,730 lbs
1,834 lbs
Off-Road Capability
The most capable model for off-roading is the Sequoia TRD Pro. The 2024 Sequoia TRD Pro comes with an electronic locking rear differential, an auto limited-slip differential, underbody skid plates, 18-inch all-terrain tyres, a 2-speed transfer case with high/low range, and an off-road suspension tuned by TRD with Fox shock absorbers and a 2-inch lift. With the raise package and updated front and rear bumpers, the Sequoia can achieve maximum ground clearance of 9.1 inches and approach and departure angles of 23 degrees.
The Z71 trim is the most off-road competent trim for the Tahoe. The Tahoe Z71 is equipped as standard with adaptive air suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tyres, underbody protection metal skid plates, and magnetically controlled shock absorbers in addition to four-wheel drive and a two-speed transfer case with low and high range. The Tahoe Z71’s approach angle of 34.5 degrees and departure angle of 22.5 degrees are both enhanced by the redesigned front design. Ten inches of ground clearance are provided by the Tahoe Z71.
Off-Road Specifications
Vehicle
Toyota Sequoia
Chevrolet Tahoe
Approach Angle
23 degrees
34.5 degrees
Breakover Angle
NA
NA
Departure Angle
20 degrees
22.5 Degree
Ground Clearance
8.6-9.1 inches
10 inches
Interior Design And Technology
Toyota updated the interior of the third generation Sequoia to make it appear incredibly modern, large, durable, and fresh. Even for young children, getting in and out of the Toyota SUV is made simple by the spacious door apertures and side stairs. The Sequoia’s three rows are roomy and welcoming. For lengthy trips, though, the Grand Highlander might be a better fit for transporting passengers. The materials have a high-end feel to them and the dashboard design is visually striking. The knobs, switches, and buttons are incredibly simple to operate because to their clear labelling and organisation. The touchscreen is simple to use and the driver’s gauge cluster is easily adjustable.
Comparatively speaking, the fifth-generation Tahoe’s interior is just as well-equipped as the Sequoia’s. The first, second, and third rows of seats all have plenty of headroom, and the wide door openings make it simple to enter and exit. Many adjustments are available for the steering wheel and driver’s seat to accommodate different types of drivers. Although there is excellent sight, it is challenging to see what is directly ahead due to the lofty front end. Nevertheless, the layout of the dashboard is not user-friendly since a push-button gear shifter positioned on the dash required the relocation of numerous controls, which made it challenging to access the other controls.
Sequoia vs. Tahoe Technology Comparison
The larger 14-inch infotainment system is standard on higher trim levels of the Sequoia SR5, while the base model has an 8-inch touchscreen. With a wireless smartphone charging station, both screens are compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. An 8-speaker audio system is also available for the base model, while the Platinum model and up can accommodate the JBL 14-speaker system. Higher trim levels come with a fully digital driver’s gauge cluster and a driver’s head-up display.
The 2024 Tahoe comes equipped with a standard 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, and front and second-row USB connections. A larger 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen, a wireless smartphone charging pad, a nine- or ten-speaker Bose audio system, a fully digital instrument cluster, and a head-up display are standard on higher trim levels of the Tahoe.
Interior Room And Cargo Capacity
The Toyota Sequoia is a three-row SUV that comes standard with eight seats and a 2+3+3 seating arrangement, or it may be purchased with seven seats and a 2+2+3 seating arrangement. The Toyota Sequoia boasts a large trunk space volume, with 22.3 cubic feet of conventional storage behind the third row. In a reclined position, the Sequoia provides up to 49 cubic feet of space. The 2024 Sequoia has a maximum load volume of 86.9 cubic feet with the second row is folded down.
The 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe is marketed as a three-row SUV with seven or eight seat options, just like the Sequoia. In terms of dimensions, the Chevy Tahoe is two inches longer, two inches wider, and the same height as the Toyota Sequoia. Nevertheless, the Tahoe offers an impressive cargo volume of 122.9 cubic feet when the second and third rows are folded down, in addition to 25.5 cubic feet behind the third row and 72.6 cubic feet behind the second row.
Cargo Space Comparison
Toyota Sequoia
Chevrolet Tahoe
Behind 1st Row
86.9 Cubic-Feet
122.9 Cubic-Feet
Behind 2nd Row
49 Cubic-Feet
72.6 Cubic-Feet
Behind 3rd Row
22.3 Cubic-Feet
25.5 Cubic-Feet
Safety And Reliability
The NHTSA and IIHS have not conducted crash tests or safety evaluations for the 2024 Toyota Sequoia. The 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe has not undergone crash testing by the IIHS, however it has undergone testing by the NHTSA, which gave the SUV an overall four-star rating.
Toyota Sequoia Safety
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
NA
Overall Front Crash Rating
NA
Overall Side Crash Rating
NA
Rollover Rating
NA
Recalls (NHTSA): # 1
NHTSA Investigations: # 0
NHTSA Consumer Complaints: 0
Awards: NA
Chevrolet Tahoe Safety
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
Overall Front Crash Rating
4 out of 5
Overall Side Crash Rating
5 out of 5
Rollover Rating
4 out of 5
Recalls (NHTSA): # 0
NHTSA Investigations: # 0
NHTSA Consumer Complaints: # 2
Awards: NA
Reliability Comparison
Every new Toyota car comes with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty, a five-year/60,000-mile drivetrain guarantee, a five-year corrosion warranty, and a two-year roadside assistance policy. On the other hand, a 3 year/36, 000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile drivetrain guarantee, a 3 year/100, 000 mile corrosion warranty, and a 5 year/60,000 mile roadside assistance coverage are all included with new Chevrolet vehicles.
Warranty
Vehicle
Toyota Sequoia
Chevrolet Tahoe
Basic Warranty
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Drivetrain Warranty
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Pricing And Availability
There are five trim levels for the 2024 Toyota Sequoia: SR5, Limited, Platinum, Capstone, and TRD Pro. Starting at $61,275, the SR5 model of the Sequoia is available. For $67,675, the Sequoia Limited model includes options including a larger 14-inch touchscreen, heated steering wheel, and heated and ventilated front seats. Upgrading to the $73,865 Sequoia Platinum, the trim comes with a panoramic sunroof, wireless smartphone charging pad, second-row captain’s seats, and improved LED headlights. At $78,265 the Sequoia Capstone is equipped with sound-absorbing windows, 22-inch wheels, a head-up display, and premium leather seating.At $79,110, the most costly model of the Sequoia lineup, the off-road-focused TRD Pro comes with an electronic locking rear differential, TRD-tuned off-road suspension with Fox shock absorbers, and a front skid plate
Six trim levels are available for the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe: LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier, and High Country. The base price of the Chevy Tahoe LS is $58,195. At $63,695, the Tahoe LT has leather upholstery and greater inside technology. In addition to the Performance Package and enormous 22-inch wheels, the $66,295 Tahoe RST also comes with visual upgrades. The most off-road competent variant is the $68,295 Tahoe Z71. A more upscale interior is available in the $71,595 Tahoe Premier model, which includes heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, magnetically controlled shock absorbers for improved ride quality, and other features. At $77,395 the most expensive variant of the Chevy SUV is the premium Tahoe High Country.
