Toyota Sequoia Lift Kit Guide: 2001-2007, 2008-2022 and 2023-On

The Toyota Sequoia has been through three generations, and lift kits are built for each one separately. What sits at the rear of your truck matters just as much as the model year, because many kits rule out rear air suspension, and listings for newer trucks also rule out Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS). Start with your year, confirm your rear suspension, then decide how much height you actually need.

Sequoia lift kits by generation

Second-generation trucks use independent rear suspension, while first- and third-generation trucks use a solid rear axle, so rear parts do not carry over. The table shows the main routes.

First generation, 2001-2007

The ReadyLIFT SST kit is the one-box option here. It raises the front 2.5 inches and the rear 1.5 inches on 2WD and 4WD trucks, using steel strut extensions, differential drop spacers, skid plate spacers and rear spring spacers. ReadyLIFT lists tires up to 33 inches. The rear spacer suits only one of three Sequoia rear suspension designs, so look for a top spacer bolt hole on the rear frame first.

The Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 1 replaces all four corners on 4WD trucks with four shocks and four springs, for +2 inches front and +1.5 inches rear. For front height only, the Bilstein B8 6112 front kit lists 1.3 to 2.9 inches on 4WD and 1.4 to 2.4 inches on RWD Sequoias in Limited and SR5 trim. Add a rear shock such as the Bilstein B8 5100 rear, listed for 0 to 1 inch of rear lift and not for trucks with self-leveling or electronic suspension.

Second generation, 2008-2022

The ReadyLIFT SST kit gives 3 inches up front with 2-inch rear spacers. It adds rear shock extensions that let you keep the factory shocks, along with strut extensions and differential drop spacers. ReadyLIFT excludes rear airbag suspension, rear adjustable suspension and TRD Pro models.

The Bilstein B8 6112 front kit lists 2.1 to 3.3 inches on 4WD and 2.6 to 3.3 inches on RWD trucks, but 2008-2019 Sequoias must be without self-leveling or electronic suspension. On the rear, the Bilstein 5100 covers 0 to 1 inch and carries the same type of exclusion. The Eibach Stage 2 puts adjustable coilovers up front on 4WD trucks, with rear shocks and springs included. Eibach sets the front to match the factory rear out of the box, so add preload when running its rear springs.

Third generation, 2023-on

ICON's stage systems get their own section below. The Eibach Stage 1 and Eibach Stage 2 are listed for SR5, Limited and Platinum 4WD trucks, at +2.4 inches front and +1.1 inches rear for Stage 1. Stage 2 has adjustable fronts at +1.4 to 3.25 inches with +1.2 inches at the rear. Eibach notes that trim and options will change final ride height.

The Bilstein B8 6112 front kit lists 2.1 to 3.1 inches on the Sequoia, and the Bilstein B8 5100 rear covers 0 to 1.5 inches. Many of these parts are shared with the 2022-on Tundra, so our Toyota Tundra lift kit guide is useful background. Use the Sequoia lift figures, since the same part can lift each truck differently.

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Leveling kit, lift kit or coilovers

Your choice depends on how much height you want and how much factory suspension you plan to keep. If the terms are new, read leveling kit vs lift kit first.

• Front spacers or strut extensions. These raise the nose and keep factory shocks and springs in service. The ICON Alloys 2.5" spacer kit for 2008-2022 trucks adds a differential drop for 4WD models, and the ICON Alloys 2.25" spacer kit covers 2023-2025 trucks per its title, with bump stop spacers (confirm 2026 on the product page). The ReadyLIFT 3" front kit targets first-generation trucks, but its fitment text gives years only for the Tundra, so confirm your Sequoia on the product page.
• Spacer lift with rear height. The ReadyLIFT SST kits raise both ends with spacers and extensions.
• Coilovers and matched systems. These replace the factory dampers. The ICON V.S. 2.5 coilover kit for first-generation trucks offers 0 to 2.5 inches, and the ICON V.S. 2.5 remote reservoir kit for second-generation trucks offers 1 to 3 inches. Both are front-only, and ICON suggests pairing them with its 2.0 or 2.5 rear shocks.

Watch for front-only parts. The Bilstein B8 6112 kits and ICON coilover pairs handle the front axle only, so plan for rear shocks and, if you want rear height, rear springs.

Rear air suspension and AVS: what the listings say

Exclusions vary by brand and part, and the wording varies too. The table sums up what the listings state. Confirm your truck's equipment from its window sticker or build sheet, or ask a dealer to check the VIN.

A missing note does not prove a part fits. The ReadyLIFT 2" front leveling kit (2023-2025 Sequoia per its title, so confirm your year on the product page) excludes Tundras with factory rear air and TRD Pro models, but says nothing specific about a Sequoia with rear air. ICON's Sequoia stage systems and coilovers do not mention AVS or rear air in their descriptions. If your truck has either feature, call us with your year and trim before ordering one of these.

ICON third-generation systems: stages, trim and rear height

ICON lists a long run of 2023-on Sequoia systems, and each title carries useful detail.

• Front lift range. The Stage 1 gives 0 to 2.13 inches with 2.5 EXP front coilovers that reuse the factory coil springs. The Stage 3 moves to 3 to 3.75 inches with threaded-body coilovers.
• Upper control arms. The Stage 4 adds adjustable upper control arms for 3 to 4.5 inches of front lift, in billet or tubular versions. ICON's TRD listing for this stage ties the full range to those arms.
• Damping. Stage 5 adds remote reservoirs at the rear and Stage 6 adds them up front. Stage 9 brings CDCV valves with adjustable compression, CDXS versions add separate high- and low-speed settings, and Stage 11 moves to CDEV electronic damping.
• Rear links. Stage 10 and the Stage 12 add billet or tubular rear links and an adjustable rear track bar.
• 3.0 systems. The Stage 1 3.0 uses 3.0 Series front coilovers, with 3 to 4.25 inches of lift.

The word TRD in the title signals a different rear result. Listings without it generally describe 2 inches of rear lift on a non-TRD truck and a level stance on a TRD Off-Road truck. Listings with it generally describe 4 inches on a non-TRD truck and 2 inches on a TRD truck. Some listings leave this out or word it differently, so read the fitment notes.

TRD Pro owners have their own line. The TRD Pro Stage 1 2.5 offers 1 to 2.5 inches of adjustable front lift with about 2 inches at the rear, and works with the factory billet control arms. Some ICON systems with TRD in the title also name the TRD Pro, so read those notes.

ICON's rear hydraulic bump stop kit is listed for 0 to 4 inches of lift, and the Coachbuilder front bump stop kit is recommended for 2.5 to 4 inches of front lift on 2023-2025 Sequoias per its description (the title says 2022-2025, so confirm your year).

Tires, wheels and what to plan after install

Check tire and wheel notes alongside lift height. The ReadyLIFT 2008-2022 kit lists 35x12.50 on a 9-inch wheel with 6 inches of backspacing. ICON recommends 33x11.50 with its second-generation spacer kit and notes that larger tires need trimming. On the 2023-on ICON Alloys kit, the listed 35x12.50 tire requires fender trimming. Offset changes all of these results, so read wheel offset and backspacing explained before choosing wheels.

• Axles. On 4WD trucks without the TRD Off-Road package, ICON recommends a differential drop or Toyota TRD axles with the 2.25-inch spacer kit, and warns the front axles could be damaged otherwise.
• Driver assistance. ICON says ADAS must be recalibrated after that same kit.
• Alignment. Plan on one after any ride height change. Eibach and Peak both call for it after install.
• Rules and coverage. Some states limit vehicle or bumper height, and a lift may affect vehicle warranty coverage on related parts. Check your state's rules and ask your dealer before you commit.

What NVMOS carries

• ReadyLIFT 2.5"F / 1.5"R SST Lift Kit, 2001-2007: strut extensions, diff drop and rear spacers
• Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 1, 2001-2007 4WD: four shocks and four springs
• Bilstein B8 6112 Front Suspension Kit, 2001-2007: shocks, springs and spring seats for the front
• ICON V.S. 2.5 Series Coilover Kit, 2001-2007: internal reservoir, 0 to 2.5 inches adjustable
• ReadyLIFT 3"F / 2"R SST Lift Kit, 2008-2022: includes rear shock extensions
• ICON Alloys 2.5" Coilover Spacer Kit, 2008-2022: front spacers with diff drop
• Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 2, 2008-2022 4WD: front coilovers, rear shocks and rear springs
• Bilstein B8 6112 Front Suspension Kit, 2008-2022: front kit, see the self-leveling note
• ICON V.S. 2.5 Series Remote Reservoir Coilover Kit, 2008-2022: 1 to 3 inches adjustable
• ICON Stage 1 Suspension System, 2023-2026: 0 to 2.13 inches front with dual-rate rear coils
• ICON Stage 4 Suspension System, Billet, 2023-2026: 3 to 4.5 inches front with billet upper arms
• ICON TRD Pro Stage 1 2.5 Suspension System, 2023-2026: for TRD Pro trucks
• Eibach Pro-Truck-Lift Stage 1, 2023-2026 4WD: SR5, Limited and Platinum, without AVS or rear air
• Bilstein B8 6112 Front Suspension Kit, 2023-2026: 2.1 to 3.1 inches on the Sequoia, without AVS
• Peak Suspension 2.5" DSC Coilover Trail Kit, 2023-on: height-adjustable front coilovers and rear shocks; confirm your year on the product page

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Frequently asked questions

Will a lift kit work on a Sequoia with rear air suspension?

Often not. Rear air exclusions appear on Eibach, ReadyLIFT, Bilstein and ICON Alloys listings across the generations. Confirm what your truck has at the rear, then read the fitment notes on the exact part before ordering.

Do Sequoia lift kits fit trucks with AVS?

Many listed kits do not. The Eibach Stage 1 and Stage 2 kits, the Bilstein B8 6112 kit and the ICON Alloys spacer kit for 2023-on trucks all exclude Adaptive Variable Suspension. ICON stage system listings do not mention AVS either way, so ask us to confirm before buying one for an AVS truck.

What is the difference between ICON Sequoia kits with and without TRD in the title?

The main listed difference is rear lift. Non-TRD titles generally describe 2 inches on a non-TRD truck and a level stance on TRD Off-Road trucks. TRD titles generally describe 4 inches on a non-TRD truck and 2 inches on a TRD truck. Wording varies by listing, so check the fitment notes.

Which kits fit a Sequoia TRD Pro?

ICON sells a separate third-generation TRD Pro line with 1 to 2.5 inches of front lift. Several other kits rule the TRD Pro out, including the ICON Alloys spacer kits and the ReadyLIFT 2008-2022 SST kit. Some ICON systems with TRD in the title also name the TRD Pro. Check the listing for your exact year.

What tire size can a lifted Sequoia run?

It depends on the kit. Listings show 33 inches for the ReadyLIFT 2001-2007 SST kit, 35x12.50 on a 9-inch wheel with 6 inches of backspacing for the ReadyLIFT 2008-2022 kit, and up to 35 inches for ICON third-generation systems. Wheel width, offset and trim all change the result.

Can I use a Tundra lift kit on a Sequoia?

Only when the listing names the Sequoia and your model years. Some front parts cover both trucks, but the same part can give a different lift on each. The Bilstein B8 6112 for current trucks, for example, lists 0 to 2.2 inches on the Tundra and 2.1 to 3.1 inches on the Sequoia.

Does a lift affect driver assistance systems on a 2023-on Sequoia?

It can. ICON states that driver assistance systems must be recalibrated after installing its Alloys spacer kit on third-generation trucks. Ask your installer or dealer what your truck needs after any height change.

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