Overview & Reviews

Like other minivans on the market, the 2001 Sienna can be equipped with an on-board entertainment system. Dual power-sliding doors are optional, and the safety-conscious will like the fact that side airbags and a stability control system are available. Sienna's smooth V6 makes more power and torque this year. A rear defroster is standard on all Siennas, while JBL audio, heated front seats and an electrochromic rearview mirror with integrated compass are optional on XLE models. Styling has been tweaked front and rear, four new colors replace four old colors and all Siennas come with a driver-side sliding door.

• Camry genes, excellent crash-test ratings, refined powertrain, optional stability control system, available side airbags.

• Dull styling, small size, lacks optimal utility.

User Reviews:

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  Love my Sienna!...except.... - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By Liferbabe - March 14 - 10:40 am

  One little thing I cannot stand is there is no driver control for interior lighting. There should be a way for the driver to control the lights from the cockpit. My kids love to press buttons and I usually dont find out they have turned on the interior lights in the back until we are all strapped in. You have to enter the cabin to turn off the back lights.

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  Thank God its on a lease! - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By ckshubin - March 2 - 10:00 am

  Have nothing but brake problems. Rear brakes hum when stopping - told this was "normal noise" for a Sienna. Very irritating. Had rotors sanded down after only 15,000 miles. 1 week later had metal crunching sound when stopping. Was told "nothing looks wrong". Was also told by dealer not to come back with rear brake noise that theres nothing they can do. Drivers side slider door rattles. Rattle in rear seats about drives me nuts Yes, its been in to be fixed under warranty. Still rattles. Was planning to buy it at end of lease. Im just glad im not stuck with it and can turn it in and be finished with this lemon when the lease is up.

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  Dont want to let go! - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By Ronnie - December 5 - 11:13 pm

  I have had a few expensive repairs beyond maintenance, maybe around $1500, but after 7 years and over 100,000 miles, to be expected. I love this van. Went from transporting youngsters and friends to loading in big Christmas trees, picking up loads of IKEA materials, loading screen doors, dry wall, moving kids to college and first apts., etc. Drives like a wonderful car. Very comfortable. Great stereo system. Good AC/defrost/heater, etc. If only it got a little better gas mileage. But it is a van, after all.

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  Best car I ever owned! - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By JC - October 16 - 11:26 pm

  Ive had this Sienna for 8 years and hate to trade it in. All it has needed is regular maintenance. It drives well in snow. We have often driven 6 adults many miles and everyone is happy, even in the third row. Great car.

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  Toyota Sienna - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By tbone - August 24 - 10:00 am

  An execellent van. A little on the small side for a family of 4 or more. No real complaints except that it was kind of pricey.

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  Decent, but disappointed - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By Jim - May 10 - 2:36 am

  I bought this minivan in 2001. Our first choice was a Honda Odyssey, but in that year Hondas were so in demand wed have to order one and wait. The Toyota Sienna has been a decent alternative. We have traveled across the country with it and it has never broken down. It has issues, however. Among them are the engine light and low tire inflation light constantly going on and annoying little repairs (struts, CV joints, shocks, and assorted other annoyances) such that I generally have to sink $2000 every two years into the thing to keep it going. Most recent repair bill in April 08 was just under $2000. Brakes seem to need to be replaced often.

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  Poor Design, Little Comfort - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By formula - May 2 - 10:00 am

  The rear brakes squeal so bad that the van announces its arrival each time you stop. Toyota has no fix. Theyve replaced the drums, pad and brake cylinders to no avail. The recessed windshield causes the wiper on the drivers side to compact snow and sleet on the the windshield up against the windshield frame instead of removing it. There is a small 17" wiper on the passenger side that wraps around the corner of the windshield is so small that it will not flatten out in the cold weather leaving the passenger side uncleaned and a blocked view. The seats are overly firm even for leather. Access to the third seat is difficult.

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  Many Problems - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By Mickalous - January 4 - 2:00 am

  When I purchased this vehicle I had high expectations. Being rated number two and Toyota suposed to be the best screwed together car. Sorry to say the van has had lots of little problems. Doors that wont open. Removable seats that do not latch in securly. Poor paint quality. Lots of plastic pieces falling off or coming loose. High amount of maintenance required like tire rotation every 6000 miles. Plus service managers that treat you poorly. Took me 6 weeks to get a simple part.

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  Sludgemobile - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By NewSludgeVictim - July 31 - 2:00 am

  My Sienna developed engine sludge at 80,000 miles and is now at the dealer getting repaired. Unfortunately, they arent replacing the engine so who knows how soon the problem may return. Along with the squealing brakes when you come to a stop, now I have smoke bellowing from my exhaust when I start the engine cold. Im very disappointed with the way Toyota has handled this - first misdiagnosing the problem then trying to blame me. Fortunately I have my receipts showing changes every 4500-5500 miles so they couldnt get away with that on me. But it didnt stop them from trying. It is enough to make me take my business to Honda or Nissan.

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  rated - 2001 Toyota Sienna
  By minivanman - July 24 - 10:00 am

  Pricey? but reliable and stylish