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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  great family van - 2005 Toyota Sienna
  By tech_art - January 8 - 6:30 am

  my first mini van, and love it. 2K mile so far, no problem at all. the braking is not as good as cars, and doesnt drive like a porsche, so save me from getting more tickets. dont know AWD yet, will wait until winter.

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  Amazing - 2007 Toyota Sienna
  By George - January 8 - 5:50 am

  It over all is a pretty damn good, safe, reliable, comforting car.

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  02 Sienna XLE Minivan a Great Vehicle! - 2002 Toyota Sienna
  By Ken on 9/11/2009 - January 2 - 6:43 am

  What a great vehicle. This van has traveled all over the US and Canada in all types of weather. Never had a problem! It has hauled the family with 2 children and dog very comfortably. It now has 96,000 miles, and with proper maintenance every 3-5000 miles, it has been the best van we have owned (2 GM previously). The Sienna has even pulled a trailer on occasion showing lots of power. Gas mileage has been about 26 mpg highway/21 mpg in town. Toyota by far knows how to make a reliable, stylish vehicle with performance! We have purchased 2 additional Toyotas and once again they are excellent.

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  2003 Toyota Sienna - 2003 Toyota Sienna
  By Dianne Scott - December 28 - 10:00 am

  This is the second Sienna I have owned, the first being a 2000 model. I absolutely love it! It is comfortable, easily holds 7 people and rear cargo, is pretty economical on gas, and WOW does it go! I love the way it drives like a car. The only think I really dont like is there is a serious blind spot on the right rear side, but I have learned to compensate for it. Also wish the paint was more durable. I travel in my business and absolutely cannot afford to have my car in the shop. I have owned a Dodge Caravan (loved it but went thru 2 transmissions after relatively few miles) and Ford Windstar, again transmissions and it was a lumbering gashog! Not a mi

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  Love the Sienna - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By arwenone - December 28 - 10:00 am

  With two children and a baby on the way, it was time to move into a minivan. My oldest child gets carsick, so that immediately limited the field to the MPV and the Sienna for the side roll-down windows. The Sienna won out for its large size, extra features, extra seating room, ride, and value. I have no idea how I made it so long without a minivan, and I highly recommend this vehicle to anyone and everyone.

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  Wow, where to start... - 1999 Toyota Sienna
  By stayhomemom94 - December 28 - 12:23 am

  Got new, little over 110k now. On 5th set of tires. Cant keep pressure consistent. Front left tire 1st to be replaced. Radio knobs broke in half. Driver window off track. Need new starter now and front right making awful noise (maybe cv joint needs replacement?). Automatic door sticks and now hardly working. Dash lights barely visible. Had wreck and when dealership repaired, broke piece that held passenger window mechanism into door. Never fixed. Corners of luggage rack have come unglued. Dealer never told us of major saving coupons in middle of manual or we had liquid weatherproof for paint. Tire pressure light on most of time as it wont stay aligned and balanced.

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  Door broke and Toyota cant fit it - 2011 Toyota Sienna
  By dontbuyatoyo - December 27 - 1:34 am

  The drivers side door on our new Sienna does not work. We have taken it to the dealer three times. The dealer and the national Toyota repair people do not know how to fix this. Toyota will not provide a loaner. When we called to request arbitration paperwork, we were told it would take 10-14 business days. I strongly believe this is an unethical business practice. We will continue to seek damages under state law and will never buy a Toyota again.

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  Mixed Feeling - 2000 Toyota Sienna
  By kgb41 - December 24 - 2:00 am

  Nothing major complaints but lots of minor defects.AC problems, rear window rattling, plastic parts falling off,tires replaced at 24000,poor paint match on exterior, not thrilled with noise from brakes. But the dealer has been great thus far.Too small for family of 5 on vacations. Dont know if I would buy another one. Expected more from toyota.

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  CE is a lot of BANG for your BUCK - 2004 Toyota Sienna
  By knormand - December 22 - 10:00 am

  Weve had our van 2 months now. We are still smiling at each other and saying "we love it". Stepping up from a CR-V, this vehicle is in another league. The comfort and seat arrangement are an order of magnitude better. Its very roomy. Our 2-year- old likes to ride in the back seat, so we leave the captain seat in front of him tilted forward for easy access to the back. The infant rides in the captain seat that we positioned near the center of the 2nd row. This is a very solid vehicle... you can tell by the weight of the doors and the force needed to close them.

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  Cant go wrong with this minivan - 2005 Toyota Sienna
  By Soccer Dad - December 20 - 1:20 am

  This vehicle made perfect sense for my family with three children. Timing couldnt be better, either, with some summer trips to the mountains planned. The roof rack is very sturdy and Yakima makes planting the bikes up there an easy proposition for under $300. However, like another guy said elsewhere, running boards would make this task a bit easier. But $2,000?! I feel a little like a soccer dad driving this rather immense vehicle around, but once you get used to it, the Sienna feels very car-like. On the other hand, I piled some 4x8 foot plywood among other manly Home Depot pieces to get my machismo back. My main complaint are the too many gadgets to "protect" you - beepers/buzzers.