Overview & Reviews

Buyers looking for a smart choice in the minivan segment will undoubtedly find themselves considering the Toyota Sienna. Since its introduction in 1998, the Sienna has won over families with its versatility, features, safety record and reputation for reliability.

In reviews, we've lauded the Sienna for its smooth, refined ride and easy-to-drive nature. Another plus is that Toyota has generally offered all-wheel drive on the Sienna, making it a more practical alternative to large three-row crossover SUVs. More recent Siennas can be downright plush in higher trim levels, and there's even an SE model with a sport-tuned suspension that's genuinely sporty. Whichever version you choose, you'll be getting one of the most dependable and rewarding minivans on the market.

User Reviews:

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  Downgrade from an MDX? - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By trader_dave - January 11 - 2:00 am

  With the arrival of our 3rd son, we needed the rear seat access/extra cargo room that a minivan offers. To us, the best of the minivan bunch, this purchase was a "downgrade." I was hoping for more of a "Lexus" of minivans for $42k. Handling is adequate, road noise is evident, but tolerable. Navi/entertaintment system user interfaces are really complex. Our 3 yr old Acuras navi system was slower but could be used without a two hour tutorial. The fit is generally high quality, but many of the finish components feel a little too plastic and flimsy. Given whats on the market, Id buy the vehicle again, but I wish there were a luxury brand in segment.

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  Best minivan Ive owned - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By finally happy - January 11 - 2:00 am

  I tested all the vans before purchaseing this van. Seats are more confortable than nissian. better turn radis and split 3rd row seat than oddessy-- only improvements needed- to open gas tank you must open door and I wanted all options without leather seats.. could not get options on LE or XLE.. I wanted because the XLE option only came with leather seats and LE option did not come with options I wanted.. had to settle for LE.. Hard to settle for $30,000

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  Poor gas mileage - 2007 Toyota Sienna
  By sarika - January 3 - 3:50 pm

  Bought it because we need a big minivan, had side airbags and stability control. Like the van, hate the mileage. Absolute best we can get is 15.5 city, 25.5 hwy. Expected better city. Has a rattle in dash, otherwise pretty happy so far.

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  Tire Trouble - 2007 Toyota Sienna
  By JohnCalifornia - January 3 - 3:23 pm

  This is our second Sienna; our 1998 was fine. Weve had the 2007 model for two years now, and its had a lot of trouble with the run-flat tires. A couple of flats, and the air-pressure warning light comes on way too often. Today I took another flat to the dealer; the service department said "youre not supposed to just replace one of these at a time -- we should do all four. Otherwise, if the differential fails or the transmission fails, Toyota wont cover it under warranty." So -- throw away 3 good tires (only half worn) and spend $1000 on new run-flats, or Toyota wont honor the warranty? Ridiculous. Also, this van gets at least 20% worse mileage than our old one. Disappointing!

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  Beauty is not just skin deep - 2015 Toyota Sienna
  By Magda Romero - January 2 - 11:34 pm

  This van is classy and functional.

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  Disappointed - 2011 Toyota Sienna
  By bjapril45 - January 2 - 5:00 pm

  I have owned my Sienna XLE since April 2010 and have enjoyed it except for the rattling that developed shortly after I purchased it. The right rear passenger door panel is loose and the door and second row seats rattle when driving on all but the smoothest roads. The van has been in for repair of this issue six times at two dealerships, with no satisfactory resolution. As with all my four previously owned Toyota vehicles, I have had no mechanical problems with the Sienna. I have always had a great deal of confidence in Toyota products, but if this issue isnt resolved I probably will sell or trade the van. Not sure I would purchase another Toyota product.

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  My first Sienn - 2005 Toyota Sienna
  By geg713 - January 2 - 2:03 am

  When I test drove this minivan, there was no comparison between it and the competition. I drove the Honda Odyssey as well, but elected to buy the Sienna because of the AWD feature. My two biggest disappointments are the drivers seat and economy. I am disappointed in the seat comfort for the drivers side because leg room is lacking and the seat is too short for proper support of the leg. I feel like Im sitting on the edge of the seat. The economy is rated at 19-24, but it hasnt seen 20 yet, and only a time or two has 19 mpg been achieved. The van is solid, reliable, and fun to drive with enough power under the hood. The AWD feature works wonderfully in the inclement weather.

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  Lemon - 2000 Toyota Sienna
  By jzhou - December 31 - 10:00 am

  Transmission failed at 24k miles. 4 tires worn out at 20k miles. 4 tires worn out again at 40k miles. Tires need alignment every 5k miles, otherwise will out of alignment by themselves. Will never, ever, buy this car again.

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  First Timers - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By Tonii - December 31 - 10:00 am

  First time with toyota, Love the minivan but watch out for the financing, no matter how good or great your credit these minivans sell and there are no deals to be made by the dealer. That issue I was not happy about and may be a factor in my next toyota minivan

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  Excellent at what its for, but.... - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By George - December 28 - 9:20 pm

  We have had the van since new, excellent all round child taxi, summer stuff transporter, animal taxi, etc.