The minivan was as soon as seen because the successor to the station wagon, however SUVs have stolen the minivan’s recognition through the years. Nonetheless, Toyota continues to persevere with the Sienna, providing unmatched utility whereas giving a nod to soccer mothers all over the place. Costs start at $36,885, although our XLE take a look at automotive stickers at $49,650. Is the Sienna higher on your utilitarian wants? Let our evaluation allow you to resolve.

Exterior

The Toyota Sienna has some quintessential Toyota design parts, shared even with the likes of the Supra, together with vast, exaggerated rear quarters. There are two fascia choices relying in your trim with this XLE that includes the bottom fascia. The Sienna measures 204 inches in size, which suggests it’s not the longest automobile on the street, however it’s 3-inches longer than Toyota’s new Grand Highlander SUV. This automobile is completed within the shade Cement, a delicate shiny gray that each producer appears to have their very own model of lately. The Sienna contains a full LED headlight suite, which helps to face out from the opponents. The brake lights and working lights are LED, however the rear flip indicators are bulbs. Different exterior options embody the roof rails, shade keyed spoiler, tow hitch receiver, and the upgraded 18-inch wheels (a 1-inch improve over the bottom mannequin). You even have the choice to improve as much as 20-inches. One of many coolest options is the hands-free twin energy sliding doorways that’s accessible by the important thing fob or door handles.   

Inside

As one would count on of a minivan, the inside is filled with options and storage. This contains having 18 cupholders, which I imagine is the second most on sale anyplace right now, excellent for hauling individuals and cargo. The XLE has seating for seven, because of captain chairs within the second row, and a bench for the third row, all of which might be folded down. Up entrance is a 9-inch touchscreen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto funneled by a JBL 12-speaker system. The Sienna additionally options four-zone local weather management, not one thing you see fairly often, and the person seats within the first and second row get their very own local weather controls. Situated simply in entrance of the second row is a fold down 11.6-inch 1080HD leisure system set to show movies with its personal distant management. Included with this are two wi-fi headphones, nonetheless the individuals within the third row should plug in their very own headphones like on an airplane. The second row presents a singular lengthy slide characteristic, permitting the captain chairs to slip extraordinarily far ahead and backwards, eradicating all third-row seat room when all the best way again, however offering a ton of leg room for the second row. Moreover, the Sienna has a 1500 watt inverter to provide two 120-volt AC retailers providing extra utility with an abundance of normal USB and USB-C chargers.   

Powertrain

Energy comes from a 2.5 liter inline 4 hybrid system producing 245 mixed horsepower, a powertrain possibility we’ve seen on different Toyota/Lexus Hybrids, which is paired with an ECVT transmission sending energy to the entrance wheels. This specific minivan is provided with the on demand all wheel drive system which provides a further motor for the rear axle, for a complete of three electrical motors, which might supplies energy as wanted in low traction conditions and acceleration, which helps the 4,700 kilos minivan actually transfer whenever you ask it to. The EPA rated gas financial system for the Sienna Hybrid is 35mpg metropolis / 36mpg freeway, and 35mpg mixed. Utilizing the mixed 35mpg with the 18-gallon gas tank means it’s best to have an estimated vary of 630 miles which suggests minimal fill ups in the course of the week, and lengthy environment friendly drives for street journeys.   

Drive

The Toyota Sienna presents a easy driving expertise. The steering is simple however not over-boosted, you do discover some CVT rubber banding however the brakes are notably good for a hybrid which normally are inclined to really feel a bit abrupt. Visibility out of the entrance is improbable and the facet mirrors are satisfactory. Nonetheless the rear-view mirror might be robust to make use of as a result of size of the automobile, however the again up digital camera is beneficial for parking. It serves as a improbable people-mover with a quiet inside and high quality journey.   

Conclusion

The Toyota Sienna stands as a stronghold in a declining market however has loads to supply. It’ll simply carry extra individuals than any comparably priced SUV, and the hybrid has astounding gas financial system and vary in addition. In case you are cross-shopping the Sienna with SUVs, I believe you’ll discover the Sienna has much more to supply so long as you don’t thoughts the picture of a minivan.