I've had my Sienna since 2021. I bought it as it was being delivered to the dealership. I had a 2021 Highlander, and it didn't suit me. I get 37.8 MPG always on my daily trips and 38.6 on vacation. I have it loaded from front to back for a two week vacation. I wouldn't trade this car for anyone on the market. ❤
I appreciate that you included true cons that are applicable to every day people and their average use for the features in this car! It drives me crazy that Toyota still hasn't done something wireless for the Android Auto/Apple connections!
We just bought the Sienna XLE yesterday. May I ask….. I know it has to be cord connected to use Apple car play. But if it is wireless, isn’t it a bit glitchy or lags some? That’s at least what our car salesman said.
3:17 We're still on the market for a minivan, and something we didn't like about the Sienna is how there's 1-2 fewer inches of headroom getting in to the second row from the part of the ceiling that dips down. It's tough for gas savings for a Sienna to really add up compared to a cheaper V6 minivan. For our driving, we'd save at most $500-750 per year, but if we're spending $5000-10000 more per year upfront, interest on $10000 per year would approximately pay for the difference. So the hybrid benefit would be greater if someone were willing to pay more to be kinder to the environment.
My biggest complaint is that the sienna is stuck on Toyota Safety Sense 2.0. TSS 3.0 is leaps and bounds superior. Even the 2025 refresh is still 2.0 and it shows that Safety updates are not a priority for Toyota. 2.5 would have been nice. This car is hauling the most precious cargo in the world (children) and I will choose a competitor with more up to date safety features.
The motion back there is more pronounced. I sat in one a few times 3rd row on Uber rides for work and I had to stop using my phone when riding or I’d get car sick.
I agree with everything you said and my 2023 Platinum is better, much better than any of my previous 4 Chrysler minivans/ there is no competition now- Honda with its rubber timing belt van is a no go, Chrysler is now crap. And Hyundais don’t last - sure the Sienna is not perfect - but is the best
Is the timing belt that big a deal? In my area all the Toyotas are on big markups while the Hondas are on discount. Even with gas prices and a timing belt change, you may never make up that initial cost difference. An Odyssey Elite can be had for something like $10 grand less than a Sienna Platinum and a base Odyssey about $8 grand cheaper than what dealers are actually selling an LE Sienna for.
Depends on your pov. I also have 3 Hondas, just had the valves adjusted on my 4cyl accord. Do what feels comfortable for your needs. In warm weather in nj I get over 42 MPG with Sienna hybrid. Both brands are reliable- my last CRV lasted over 300K miles. I just won’t buy a rubber belt engine anymore - had them on my VWs
I have a 2024 Sienna Limited edition and we love it. My gas mileage calculates to about 1.5 to 2 mpg less than what is indicated on the display as measured between tank fills and with that, I still got between 33 and 36.5 true calculated mpg on my trips. The mpg improves in the mountains 😊.
Personally I’m not the cross country driving type but if I had the patience I would definitely use the Sienna for cross country. I definitely don’t hesitate to take it on 5 hour trips.
I have a RAV4 and my only gripe is the lack of storage space. I want great mileage and lots of room. I sued to have an Avalon and I miss the extra space. I might get a mini van, but with the tech pkg. hopefully 2025 has the wireless car play.
I appreciated this review! I've read that the engine noise (esp during acceleration) and outside road noise can be quite loud. How do you feel about that?
8 seat is only available for the LE or XLE. No option the middle 8th seat for the XSE. There’s no mounting area in the XSE trim to put the middle seat.
I am really wanting a Sienna for our next vehicle but my wife is anti minivan. I'm going to send her this video so hopefully you can change her mind....
Very helpful 👍🏼 love those sliding doors. I am in the market for a minivan 😅 and looking for one this week. Thank you for sharing your thoughts as a mom of four, this was most helpful in making my decision. I’m debating on the Limited vs XSE
It definitely needs a 12V DC Cigarette Outlet right next to the 120V AC outlets. I prefer using a 12V fridge in the back without turning on the AC inverter.
@@kevin-lu I really wish they let you do 8 seats in all trims for a people mover. Honda and Kia have 8 seat options for top trims. For my family the two place middle seat just doesn't work well. It is a bummer because I like to get lots of features and otherwise this car in limited trim would be perfect (presuming you could find one without a big markup). Hopefully for 2025 they fix that. A removable middle seat seems like the perfect way to do it for a minivan.
You can use bluetooth to play audio to the car but if you want Android Auto features to show up on the screen it needs to be plugged in or use an adapter for wireless Android Auto.
Just bought a Sienna Limited BECAUSE it was only one of three seats that ‘fit’ me. Other seats either had thigh bolsters that made my SI joints move (I have very loose joints & use a cushion my PT gave me to lift up a bit so bolsters don’t squish me) or did not allow me to site with 90 degrees at knees & hips (I have to tilt seat back a little but it works.) The other two seats were from the Ford 150 Platinum (excellent seat!) and Ford Explorer (it was a higher trim level), but I don’t want a truck & the Explorer’s windshield is set in a way that I felt like I was wearing a hat & couldn’t see as much road as I can in the Sienna. I went to 13 dealerships & only 3 vehicles were comfortable. My husband thinks both the front seats and the captains chairs middle row are very comfortable… and we love that the front seats both heat and can cool. I’m 5’10” & husband is 6’2”.
What are the "3 seats" that you mention? The XSE and LE versus the Limited? Does yours have the true leather? The lumbar support is what I need.@@h20g1rl6
I’ve been renting a sienna on and off to see how I like it:) waiting on 2025 model to see what new features they have. I really really want a sienna with a panoramic sunroof!! I am jealous of all the SUV’s that have them now! I’ve owned 3 Chrysler minivans. And miss the stow and go seats! The tracks on the floor of the Toyota I nick named “snack traps”. My kids are adults now (just our handicap kid left) but I can’t imagine how people keep them cleaned out! I don’t like the tiny non venting windows in the third row.
We will likely buy a sienna when the 25’s get released, maybe wait for 26. Just replaced transmission on my 2016 town and country so no rush but ready to move up in tech and hybrid milage!
Thank you so much Kevin for this video!! :) We just purchased a Sienna 2021 Hybrid with 32,000 miles!! We were so fortunate Carmax reports it was a lease, always got oil and filters plus checks at the toyota dealership and its literally new!! Impecable!! We negotiated so much!! We walked away and all. Two days later dealer accepted our deal and then we disclosed that we were giving $10000 down!! We are so thankful!! Best deal for our growing family. We have 3 year old and 8 months baby. So worth it!! Was previously driving a Nissan Rogue 2019 AWD but we needed room and space!! So excited to start using it for our future road trips!! 😎😇
Congratulations! Do you have any negotiation tips? Did you not tell them your down payment until after they agreed on your preferred pricing? Car buying is so stressful and I have no clue what to do to get the best deal possible!
@@Tina-kf8kk Never go alone first tip. We typically always call ahead and asks to be emailed the “out the door price.” If the dealer is not willing to do that we go to the next dealership. Often times when u get there what got emailed to u is cheaper. never paid for unnecessary fees like “deep wash” etc. Be very careful with watching they do not sneak any hidden fees. I would say used your total cash down for ur advantage. Like if if you are giving $5000 down, when you r doing ur counter offers used it little by little. Like say $2000 first then increased while u r negotiating. try to go at the end of the month when they are trying to meet quotas. And always be ready and willing to walk out. For us its highly important to stay within budget and not financing for more than 4 years. Have your priorities straight and math. hope these tips help
I would wait for the 2025 at this point. It should be out a in a couple months and chances are some major changes as this current model hasn't had major updates in awhile.
Toyota Sienna has low ground clearance. That the only thing I am worried about this Sienna because small roads in Toronto have speed bumps and potholes . If Toyota raises this ground clearance, I will buy it.
Yea, same here, this is the first thing I noticed, the front bumper will be plowing snow in a winter storm, also have you noticed?, there's no back bumper, any car who rear-end this van will damage the rear trunk lift gate instantly
Got a deposit on an XSE! I am excited! Just one question, how is the overall road noise when driving? I had many people telling me to wait for the Limited as supposedly there's some massive difference in noise reduction on it.
Wind/road noise is a weird one. I never thought it was particularly loud, but after reading about it I do notice it’s not exactly a quiet ride. Most of the time I have music or audiobooks playing so for the most part doesn’t bother me. Definitely more noticeable going 70+ on a freeway.
As long as you are aware it has a rubber timing belt - I own three Hondas and a Sienna - crv and two manual transmission Accords - Toyota imho is higher quality
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Don’t drive in eco mode. Unless you’re in bumper to bumper traffic. You will get worse gas mileage. Best mode is normal and you’ll get 35+ mpg
I had no idea! Thanks for the tip.
Sienna fit my family
The price doesn't
I've had my Sienna since 2021. I bought it as it was being delivered to the
dealership. I had a 2021 Highlander, and it didn't suit me. I get 37.8 MPG always on my daily trips and 38.6 on vacation. I have it loaded from front to back for a two week vacation. I wouldn't trade this car for anyone on the market. ❤
I appreciate that you included true cons that are applicable to every day people and their average use for the features in this car! It drives me crazy that Toyota still hasn't done something wireless for the Android Auto/Apple connections!
I LOVE MY SIENNA, WHY GO FASTER IF IM NOT A PRO RACER, ITS WAY BETTER THAN A SUV, ITS LIKE A BIG LUXURY PLANE IN THE STREET❤
I've watched tons of reviews for the Sienna, this review was the most thorough and knowledgeable review yet.
Love my 2019 sienna! We wanted to get a newer hybrid but the wait list was impossible at the time.
Yeah the waitlist is still fairly long still! I waited 18 months for ours.
We just bought the Sienna XLE yesterday. May I ask….. I know it has to be cord connected to use Apple car play. But if it is wireless, isn’t it a bit glitchy or lags some? That’s at least what our car salesman said.
Wow wait list still going on. I ordered my 22 sienna limited in Oct 21 and got it may 22. Worth the wait. Love it
3:17 We're still on the market for a minivan, and something we didn't like about the Sienna is how there's 1-2 fewer inches of headroom getting in to the second row from the part of the ceiling that dips down. It's tough for gas savings for a Sienna to really add up compared to a cheaper V6 minivan. For our driving, we'd save at most $500-750 per year, but if we're spending $5000-10000 more per year upfront, interest on $10000 per year would approximately pay for the difference. So the hybrid benefit would be greater if someone were willing to pay more to be kinder to the environment.
We just got a Sienna after watching your initial video. I can’t wait for a video on accessories!
never heard anyone have buyer's remorse after buying a Toyota or Honda.
2024 model should have Toyota safety sense 3.0 by now.
It doesn’t? What does it have.
@@Aa-ji2yf TSS 2.0 on the 2024 Sienna, despite Toyota having 2.5, 2.5+, and even 3.0 out already for other cars.
good video. We've got a 3 year old, so this was good to watch. Nice job !!
My biggest complaint is that the sienna is stuck on Toyota Safety Sense 2.0. TSS 3.0 is leaps and bounds superior. Even the 2025 refresh is still 2.0 and it shows that Safety updates are not a priority for Toyota. 2.5 would have been nice. This car is hauling the most precious cargo in the world (children) and I will choose a competitor with more up to date safety features.
great van. Adult riding in the third row is not fun though, I got car sick one time when I popped into the third row of my friend's Sienna
The motion back there is more pronounced. I sat in one a few times 3rd row on Uber rides for work and I had to stop using my phone when riding or I’d get car sick.
Strange as I just love riding in the back being drive around feeling like an exec.😅
I agree with everything you said and my 2023 Platinum is better, much better than any of my previous 4 Chrysler minivans/ there is no competition now- Honda with its rubber timing belt van is a no go, Chrysler is now crap. And Hyundais don’t last - sure the Sienna is not perfect - but is the best
Is the timing belt that big a deal? In my area all the Toyotas are on big markups while the Hondas are on discount. Even with gas prices and a timing belt change, you may never make up that initial cost difference. An Odyssey Elite can be had for something like $10 grand less than a Sienna Platinum and a base Odyssey about $8 grand cheaper than what dealers are actually selling an LE Sienna for.
Depends on your pov. I also have 3 Hondas, just had the valves adjusted on my 4cyl accord. Do what feels comfortable for your needs. In warm weather in nj I get over 42 MPG with Sienna hybrid. Both brands are reliable- my last CRV lasted over 300K miles. I just won’t buy a rubber belt engine anymore - had them on my VWs
Love my 2024 Sienna XSE. I’m getting 40.7 mpg in the city.
That’s some excellent mpg! My driving habits aren’t as good getting 33-35mpg on average.
Waiting for mine to arrive to the dealer. These videos helped before buying. Much appreciated!
I have a 2024 Sienna Limited edition and we love it. My gas mileage calculates to about 1.5 to 2 mpg less than what is indicated on the display as measured between tank fills and with that, I still got between 33 and 36.5 true calculated mpg on my trips. The mpg improves in the mountains 😊.
It doesn't, was not impressed with the hybrid transmission, it did not sound good compared to their old 6 cylinders
The main reason for me buying Sienna, because Sienna created by Toyota, and Toyota is a trusted name when you hear it.
would you drive this car cross country with kids in the back?
Personally I’m not the cross country driving type but if I had the patience I would definitely use the Sienna for cross country. I definitely don’t hesitate to take it on 5 hour trips.
@@kevin-lu thanks!
I never thought I would see 32+mpg on a large vehicle like the Sienna, I had a 1991 Mazda Protege with like 100hp and it didn't come close to that!
I have a RAV4 and my only gripe is the lack of storage space. I want great mileage and lots of room. I sued to have an Avalon and I miss the extra space. I might get a mini van, but with the tech pkg. hopefully 2025 has the wireless car play.
If only the rear seats folded into the floor like the seats in the Caravan do, I would then switch to a Sienna.
I appreciated this review! I've read that the engine noise (esp during acceleration) and outside road noise can be quite loud. How do you feel about that?
van life....oh how we have changed...lol
Life has changed quite a bit 😂
that eco-meter (no idea what it's actually called)...i'd treat it like a video game to get max mpg
I do the same thing 😅, but then my wife complains that I’m driving too slow.
Hi there! Love the video! super helpful! I was wondering what trim level you have?
I have the XSE trim.
I have '23 XSE, do you experience a whistling wind noise from the front windows?
Can you put a middle seat in the xse trim like the le which is removable?
8 seat is only available for the LE or XLE. No option the middle 8th seat for the XSE. There’s no mounting area in the XSE trim to put the middle seat.
I am really wanting a Sienna for our next vehicle but my wife is anti minivan. I'm going to send her this video so hopefully you can change her mind....
Get a different wife.
Which leather case do you have on your iPhone 15 pro?
It’s the Andar Aspen Camel Tan
Hi from south florida. Did you fit 8 adult people in the van? Ty Pedro
Our XSE is a 7 seater. Most I’ve fit is 5 adults and two children in car seats in 2nd row.
Very helpful 👍🏼 love those sliding doors. I am in the market for a minivan 😅 and looking for one this week. Thank you for sharing your thoughts as a mom of four, this was most helpful in making my decision. I’m debating on the Limited vs XSE
I’m beginning IVF and was informed the possibility of multiples. I strongly considering a minivan for the first 5 years.
It definitely needs a 12V DC Cigarette Outlet right next to the 120V AC outlets. I prefer using a 12V fridge in the back without turning on the AC inverter.
Wow, no wireless Android Auto or Carplay in 2024???
4 duosand miles
I'm still very interested in getting a 2024 LE (need the 8 seats)
The XLE also has an 8 seat option, but majority I've seen seem to be 7 seat. I find it odd that not all trim levels can have 8 seats.
@@kevin-lu I really wish they let you do 8 seats in all trims for a people mover. Honda and Kia have 8 seat options for top trims. For my family the two place middle seat just doesn't work well. It is a bummer because I like to get lots of features and otherwise this car in limited trim would be perfect (presuming you could find one without a big markup). Hopefully for 2025 they fix that. A removable middle seat seems like the perfect way to do it for a minivan.
Thanks for sharing
Are you willing to sell yours?? I have been waiting FOREVER for one!!!
good video, I think the Honda Odydssey is the better vehicle.
I really wanted a 4Runner, but the Sienna made the most sense for my family ugh.
Wait no Bluetooth for the androids auto?
There should be
You can use bluetooth to play audio to the car but if you want Android Auto features to show up on the screen it needs to be plugged in or use an adapter for wireless Android Auto.
how come Asians always get it right?
That 3rd row head room is pathetic for a van
No mention about front seat comfort?
Just bought a Sienna Limited BECAUSE it was only one of three seats that ‘fit’ me. Other seats either had thigh bolsters that made my SI joints move (I have very loose joints & use a cushion my PT gave me to lift up a bit so bolsters don’t squish me) or did not allow me to site with 90 degrees at knees & hips (I have to tilt seat back a little but it works.)
The other two seats were from the Ford 150 Platinum (excellent seat!) and Ford Explorer (it was a higher trim level), but I don’t want a truck & the Explorer’s windshield is set in a way that I felt like I was wearing a hat & couldn’t see as much road as I can in the Sienna.
I went to 13 dealerships & only 3 vehicles were comfortable.
My husband thinks both the front seats and the captains chairs middle row are very comfortable… and we love that the front seats both heat and can cool.
I’m 5’10” & husband is 6’2”.
What are the "3 seats" that you mention? The XSE and LE versus the Limited? Does yours have the true leather? The lumbar support is what I need.@@h20g1rl6
I’ve been renting a sienna on and off to see how I like it:) waiting on 2025 model to see what new features they have.
I really really want a sienna with a panoramic sunroof!! I am jealous of all the SUV’s that have them now!
I’ve owned 3 Chrysler minivans. And miss the stow and go seats! The tracks on the floor of the Toyota I nick named “snack traps”. My kids are adults now (just our handicap kid left) but I can’t imagine how people keep them cleaned out!
I don’t like the tiny non venting windows in the third row.
We will likely buy a sienna when the 25’s get released, maybe wait for 26. Just replaced transmission on my 2016 town and country so no rush but ready to move up in tech and hybrid milage!
Thank you so much Kevin for this video!! :)
We just purchased a Sienna 2021 Hybrid
with 32,000 miles!! We were so fortunate Carmax reports it was a lease, always got oil and filters plus checks at the toyota dealership and its literally new!! Impecable!! We negotiated so much!! We walked away and all. Two days later dealer accepted our deal and then we disclosed that we were giving $10000 down!! We are so thankful!! Best deal for our growing family. We have 3 year old and 8 months baby. So worth it!! Was previously driving a Nissan Rogue 2019 AWD but we needed room and space!! So excited to start using it for our future road trips!! 😎😇
Congratulations! Do you have any negotiation tips? Did you not tell them your down payment until after they agreed on your preferred pricing? Car buying is so stressful and I have no clue what to do to get the best deal possible!
@@Tina-kf8kk Never go alone first tip. We typically always call ahead and asks to be emailed the “out the door price.” If the dealer is not willing to do that we go to the next dealership. Often times when u get there what got emailed to u is cheaper. never paid for unnecessary fees like “deep wash” etc. Be very careful with watching they do not sneak any hidden fees. I would say used your total cash down for ur advantage. Like if if you are giving $5000 down, when you r doing ur counter offers used it little by little. Like say $2000 first then increased while u r negotiating. try to go at the end of the month when they are trying to meet quotas. And always be ready and willing to walk out. For us its highly important to stay within budget and not financing for more than 4 years. Have your priorities straight and math. hope these tips help
Do you think the 2025 version is worth waiting for? Should have a larger screen and dashboard
I would wait for the 2025 at this point. It should be out a in a couple months and chances are some major changes as this current model hasn't had major updates in awhile.
I went and purchased one today
Function over fashion 🎈
i believe every man maid since the beginning of time had sliding doors that’s nothing new
They’re still unique to vans. Many compare vans to 3 row SUVs which don’t have that feature.
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Can you not connect your phone to the car wirelessly
For regular bluetooth you can, but not carplay or android auto. Those require an adapter to be purchased.
It is a French fry holder not a phone holder
I would imagine it would even need to be bigger if it's for French Fry. At least for the sizes we have here in the US. 😆
Great review
Good review
Thank you for the quick review
Toyota Sienna has low ground clearance. That the only thing I am worried about this Sienna because small roads in Toronto have speed bumps and potholes . If Toyota raises this ground clearance, I will buy it.
Look at the woodlands edition Sienna, it does have better ground clearance than the other trims
@@abrahamg4005Canada doesn’t have that edition
Yea, same here, this is the first thing I noticed, the front bumper will be plowing snow in a winter storm, also have you noticed?, there's no back bumper, any car who rear-end this van will damage the rear trunk lift gate instantly
@@yzlrelax1they don't but the suspension is available as an option.
Minivans are not built for road clearance. Buy a SUV like Grand Highlander instead.
Hi
Thanks for the video
Can you share the make of that usb dvd drive?
Thanks
The usn device in the video is the carlinkit for wireless Android auto or Apple carplay. amzn.to/3vEBQUy
You are right my daughter has lobbied for a mini van, while my wife said no.
Got a deposit on an XSE! I am excited! Just one question, how is the overall road noise when driving? I had many people telling me to wait for the Limited as supposedly there's some massive difference in noise reduction on it.
Wind/road noise is a weird one. I never thought it was particularly loud, but after reading about it I do notice it’s not exactly a quiet ride. Most of the time I have music or audiobooks playing so for the most part doesn’t bother me. Definitely more noticeable going 70+ on a freeway.
I think I will go odyssey but will test drive a few.
Always a good idea yo test drive to see how you like the feel of everything.
As long as you are aware it has a rubber timing belt - I own three Hondas and a Sienna - crv and two manual transmission Accords - Toyota imho is higher quality
No wireless connection for apple play and android auto….. that really throw me off……. Toyota sucks!