Conflicted on the 2022 Toyota Sienna | CAR MOM TOUR
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- Reviewing the 2022 Toyota Sienna! I got to drive this car for a week to see how it works with my family of four. And honestly, I think I was expecting a lot more since this car is marketed specifically to families... unfortunately the Sienna fell short in a couple of key areas for me! What do you think of the Sienna!? Comment below!
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AWD is important to me because I live in a snowy/icy winter climate and my former FWD couldn’t make it up our driveway, but my AWD Sienna tackles it like a boss. Side note: I was THIS CLOSE to naming my daughter Sienna because she just couldn’t wait to get to the hospital.
I have the 2022 Sienna Limited. I’m a dad. This car is so good looking that I don’t feel like I’m driving a van. I get 44mpg on average. I love this car so much. I love your energy and enthusiasm in your video review. I saw it even before I bought my car and it influenced my purchase. Thank you.
Oh that door opening with car seat loading unloading challenge killed it for me! Thank you. This will be a no go for us.
Thank you. You are absolutely right about the doors. The opening is almost 20% less than my 2007 Odyssey.
I've never been a minivan person nor my wife, but we recently sat in a 2021 Sienna on our way to the airport and were so impressed with the space in it and the gas mileage was amazing. Thinking of trading in our SUV for this now
Toyota managed to make a family van look angry, gotta give em props for that😂
Minivans are actually made perfectly for College Students :D
The number of people & stuff we were able to pack was insane.
yep. back in the day, i was the guy in charge of hauling kegs. :)
I have a 2022 Woodland Edition. No rattles and super comfortable ride. Full van from NC to NJ 36 MPG. LOVE IT!
Not going to lie this is the prettiest car you have shown IMO and I never considered myself a van mom but this one is pretty
We love our 21 sienna!!!
Have you seen the Kia Carnival 2022? I think it is the best looking of the modern minivans
@@dryananderson Carnival best lookin and great warranty but Sienna is so freakin good. We love our AWD Platinum
36 mpg, don’t care how it looks..Sienna is the king of minivans
@@LifebyDesign Can you pls go in more detail why you picked platinum? we are so confused between Sienna XLE and Platinum (due to 1500W and Digital Backup Mirror). But then at $51,000 mark , I start to look at Tesla Model Y seven-seater. This is driving me crazy!
Thank you for this review. I’ve been searching for a video with three car seats, and you nailed it for me!
Excellent and thorough review
First time watcher and i think she's amazing at reviewing cars. 👍🏾
I love the exterior and the interior!! I've been driving my sister's Sienna and every single time it whispers to me to buy one for myself LOL
Very nice review. Pretty happy with our Kia Sorento we recently got but loving your channel so will keep on watching.
I love the Toyota Sienna. Excellent, well-made review, Kelly!
Thanks, Kelly! I drove a Sienna as a loaner and loved it.
I have a 2006 4Runner pushing 300,000 miles with never an issue. I had planned to drive it until it died, but with a 3rd on the way I decided it was time for a 3rd row. I was always more into the Odyssey, but with our daily work commute of 80 miles and the current gas prices, this became our #1 pick. The "sportier" XSE model makes me feel a little better about the switch to the minivan. I don't think the door opening will be an issue for me since the Car Mom has 10 inches on me. I see many comments about the Kia having many more features, but I prefer something that I know will last.
Kia is garbage, can’t beat AWD and 36mpg.
Fell in love with this van after watching this review, so I went and test drove one today. Absolutely loved it but thankfully my husband rode in the back and noticed that the rear vents had very little air coming out, even on high. The dealer's suggestion was to close off the third row vents. That doesn't work for me. Googled this and it seems to be a common issue. That's a deal breaker and I'm so disappointed. Just wanted to mention this as something to look out for! Absolutely love your reviews!
I get the car door thing, and I agree, but I just have to point out again that it was so convenient to get from the back to the front before they made consoles standard and built-in. I can’t remember how many times with young kids one of us had to get into the back to deal with a situation on the highway.
Sometimes you absolutely had to get a parent back there and you could just drop down the console and literally walk back. Now you have to crawl on top of the arm rests or tilt the front passenger seat all the way back, turn and crawl over it.
I’m glad the quality of the materials has improved so much, entertainment etc., but wow am I ever glad we had that flexibility when the kids were young. It sort of looks like the front passenger is boxed in now.
I couldn't agree with you more on getting from the front seat to the back. Why?? Stop trying to make it an SUV. It's a minivan.
You're not supposed to get back there while the vehicle is moving. Pull over if you have to.
@@LamNguyen-sr1sy That doesn’t work so well in a construction zone, with a toddler and a baby in the back… it always happens at the worst times. When my kids were young there was a console tray you could drop down and easily walk to the middle or back row of our Toyota Sienna.
We used it a lot and when we didn’t have it we missed it that’s for sure.
@@SCraig-Handsome I completely disagree with the convenience of easy access from front passenger seat to rear area. With 3 kids and no van, we occasionally had to stop on the highway shoulder to attend to the kids. And construction zone or high traffic area are where the baby usually wakes up and starts crying :) very stressful time.
luv this review - to the pt.
Interesting to hear mom's perspective on the Sienna - totally different review from the car guys!
Great review mom!
enjoyed the review. Some kind notes: 1) the slide door rail has ALWAYS been in the window, is dating back to the Toyota Previa 1992 model. 2) I like the fact they moved the wiper to the bottom, because changing out the blade makes it THAT much more easier. 3) The 3rd row folding seats haven't changed, I can do the same simple motion in my 2012 Toyota Sienna. 4) I noticed where they put the spare, that's awesome! Beats trying to get it out from under the van now. Overall, it looks like a great van with great gas mileage. I am upset they don't have a V6 hybrid model. Give us a V6 that pushes out 32mpg! Also, why why why can't they provide an XSE with 8 passengers? Ugh. It's still a nice mini-van. Good job on the video!
There is a V6 hybrid model. The limited
Xse doesn’t have 8 passengers?!
@@candacerichard2648 no v6 hybrid. All I-4 hybrid
You are awesome! I love watching all your videos. I always laugh.
We just got ours and I love it!!
Thanks for showing us the Car seat fit, I have changed my mind in the Sienna because the tight opening roll doors. I think the odyssey has wider openings second doors
Love your videos! They are so helpful. Can you please review the Honda Pilot 2022 next?
As a Dad of 2 I truly enjoy watching your videos with the whole family, best reviews for family’s hands down!! We’re really considering the Lexus RX450HL vs Highlander Hybrid, is there anyway you could do a review of that soon? Looking forward to continuing to follow you in 2022!
I would strongly suggest you to NOT to buy a SUV. Go for a VAN. I'm regretting buying Honda Pilot .... they're not as comfy as the vans. I'm thinking of Sienna AWD 2022 Platinum, and then in future when Honda dies, then a Tesla Y.
Wow this is why I watch reviews, it’s things like this that you might miss, specially with pointing out that the door doesn’t slide back as far as you would like. Oh god I totally would’ve missed that. You know how miserable that would make many many parents? Wow very glad I watched this video
"But I can tell you from experience if it's a Starbucks grande" hahaha I loved that lol. Great reference.
Hi good day to you! Thank you for uploading a review of this one This info really helps me a lot on deciding wether we'll go with this SIENNA or other minivans. We'll be immigrating to the US this August and we are a family of 4 soon to be five. I only have a question to ask.
1. Can you lower the windows on the 2nd row? Because we may not know when the ac system has a problem right? Atleast we can lower down the window for an air.
Loved the review very good and detailed. The sliding door critic to me was very important.
I am in no way in the market for an minivan but am still like “yea, nee Kelly video, gotta watch!”
Good stuff!
Love my 2021 Toyota Sienna! I have the XLE AWD and love love love it. I love that the XLE comes standard with front heated seats, keyless entry & the kick sensor doors (for when I'm carrying an infant car seat 🤯). One of my favorite features of this van is that I can have 2 car seats rear-facing in the middle row captains chairs and slide them all the way back giving a grown adult plenty of room to access the 3rd row!! Great review, as always! 💙
Hello Chantelle, are they any things you wish were improved or that you don't like about your XLE?
@@christopherleonge1833 HATE HATE HATE the non-removable seats and the lack of spare tire. "Oh don't worry, we included a patch kit". No thanks. Other than that, a great mini-van
The real reason of not having enough room for the car seat is the 1st row take too much space. I can see the passenger seat already pass the B pillar. It ends up pushing the 2 row to be too far back.
Thank you for sharing.
I just traded in my 2011 Sienna for a 2022. Prior to that I owned a 2003 Sienna. We are Sienna fans. Not to nitpick, but they made some changes to the 2022 I’m not thrilled with. 1)it’s smaller. Maybe that’s for the hybrid aspect? Even the front seats are smaller. 2) The seats are higher up off the ground, which makes drive throughs and ATMs awkward. 3)Low ceiling clearance. My son is 6 ft 3 and his head touches the roof, even in the front seat. They also raised the middle console height so climbing between front seats (which I have had to do on multiple occasions when someone blocked me in on the drivers side) is impossible, unless you’re super flexible. I do love the hybrid feature, we haven’t had to fill the tank yet and we’ve owned it for 2 weeks. I agree the exterior design is not that attractive.
Exactly… it must be the battery underneath, it just seems a lot smaller and what do you do if you have to get to the back for safety reasons and you are in a construction zone on the highway and can’t pull off the road and stop. It used to be a lot easier.
Only car review I’ve seen in the past month where they break out the car seats… well done
Thank you for sharing this video. I may get a toyota minivan 2022 next year 🙂 I still dont know which model yet to get 🤔
The suspension is excellent. The ride is not queasy no matter what seat you're in.
I’m sure this is true but I had to laugh because I remember spewing vomit all over my best ‘s Toyota Sienna at age 8. It was on a road trip too.
Can you do a review on the uppa baby vista??? Loved the bob and mocking bird! (Day 3)
Biggest issue with the 2021 & 2022 Sienna is that 3rd Row seats NO LONGER LAY FLAT. This is a major shift from prior models and a design flaw. This flaw eliminates car camping (can no longer camp in the back), and increases wear & tear & hassle of sliding gear in & out over the 3+ inch hump, transporting dogs, etc. Used to lay perfectly flat and was a nice clean surface. Fascinating that they have an outdoorsy, woodland edition but regressed a LOT in terms of utility in an area that matters to people who use it for outdoor adventures.
Woodland is overhyped! 0.6 inch extra ground clearance only! Nothing impressive! For just $3000 more, platinum is the best deal!
I thought she was able to make it flat, no? 12:10
@@calpolypom Definitely saw a flat backseat...
@The_car_Mom, Great reviews with an excellent narration. I also seen Kia Carnival 2022 review. With 4 adults and 2 kids and specifically with car seat situations for 2 kids, what would be your suggestion out of Sienna 2022 XLE (8 p) and Kia Carnival SX 2022 (8 p)?
for me, sleek styling on a minivan is like lipstick on a pig lol. Just make it big and boxy and give me an extra 2" of space in all dimensions. Aerodynamocs for gas milage is ok, at least that's for a reason. And cup holders....make them huge please. For USB ports, don't install anything that's going to be obsolete in a couple years. We keep cars for a decade. Give me all USB C ports and I'll buy an adapter. Also put in a 120v outlet, that will be future proof.
They should bring back the real vans to the mainstream like the GMC Safari, Chevy Express etc. They're much more rugged yet comfortable and roomier than minivans but make it more fuel efficient
Ok, the features of building a Toyota Sienna online are so weird and not accurate. We’ve got one ordered and coming in and it’s an XLE in the 8-passenger AWD. It doesn’t show online but it exists when you go into the dealership. Not sure why, but just something to consider.
But I love the new Sienna and honestly love the look of it (looks like the highlanders!). But you did such a great review, thanks Kelly!
I agree with you the options online are not clear. We have an 8 passenger XLE leather so not AWD.
8 seat LE AWD 2022 is not in leather. There is NO option of XLE AWD 8 seat 2022.
Wow, they have sure come along way. Nice van. We're a family of 6.
On the one hand I have a 3 year old and twin 1 year olds, we got a used 2011 Odyssey and I was excited for the same reasons regarding the interior and space. On the other hand I'm not sure how I feel about being so excited about a dad-van lol
Pretend you're driving an Accord; just don't look in the rear, breaks the illusion.
Ive been researching the sienna and considering buying it for a few weeks and never thought about looking at the grill for aesthetics
We’re expecting twins in the fall and our Mazda CX-5 is going to be way too small as a family car. 😭😭😭 I’m so sad to say goodbye to my cute car, but your video gives me something to look forward to. Thanks.
So glad I bought a Cpo ascent right before this car pricing craziness started.
This is by far the best looking minivan, IMO.
also has the best gas mileage :)
You must not have seen the Kia Carnival
@@Kantar53 oh I've seen it. I hate it 👎
@@Kantar53 Kia tried very hard to make the Carnival's front look like an SUV and made the Carnival's rear look like an old minivan from the 80's. It's like the same vehicle was designed by 2 separate teams who didn't even talk to each other.
So glad I saw this before thinking of giving a van a chance lol
Clek is a bit larger front to back than other seats. It’s slim side to side, but not as slim as the new Graco Slimfit3 Lx or True3fit lx (these are also a bit more compact front to back as well).
Honestly the front looks a lot better than other minivans
First thing for me very important is engine and transmission, if both reliable ok i will buy it right now.
You’re selling me on the 4 cup holders and purse collector 😅 real mom vibes.
That low height and door not opening though, come onnn
Thanks for the review! Just bought a 2022 XSE and will be here in December. Father of two and I drive rideshare on the side. Really looking forward to being able to drive rideshare XL. There are some downsides (non removable 2nd row, 4 cylinder, etc) but the upsides (fuel economy) has me sold. I can't wait!
i just drove mine home from the lot today. 250 mile trip and averaged 39.2 mpg and i was going through the sierra mountains. happy with my purchase.
I got sienna 2021 model, it’s the best decision I did in this year, I thought you will satisfied in your car, except the hp is not enough, everything is over expectation
Hi Scott, have you received your XSE yet? Any initial thoughts?
@@kchididdy does it have enough power to do the mountains well? I have a 2011 and love how it can climb to tahoe no problem in the fast lane
@@nataliecooper3892 it's definitely sounds like a 4-cylinder engine when you gas it. it's a tad louder and the noise is not as "smooth" as a v6. however, ive never had issues climbing mountains, even the grapevine pass on I-5. i stayed in the fast lane and never had to floor it. it just sounds like it's working harder than a v6 so it might make the experience less pleasant. one glance at the MPGs and all those worries go away
Could you review the Toyota Sequoia? Thank you!!
Excellent narration. You covered all the key aspects. However lighting is very poor. One could not see everything inside the car clearly. Please consider additional lighting when showing inside vehicles.
Hi Kelly I have a question for you. Which minivan has the most confortable driving seat for long drives Toyota sienna xle 2022 or Honda odyssey Elite 2022 ?
Can you do the 2022 Highlander? And compare to the Sienna??
"why cant that be an inch bigger?" if i had a dime every time this was said to me....
When my family went to a trip to the US the car renting place gave her a sienna and boy do I feel you it was the greatest car when the week needed *which was the last day of the trip* we didn’t need to refuel the car that much due to it being a hybrid
Should have reviewed the platinum trim level
Handsome minivan IMO. An alternative to making the rear doors open wider, they could just have a way to flip the front seat backrest forward so the seat behind can slide forward while you belt/unbelt the kids.
Can you do a car review on the car that you drive as a Daily?
If you used a different child seat, the one that can twist, putting your children in and taking them out of the car, would be a lot easier.
Does anyone know if the older Siennas have the same door/space issue with fitting a rear-facing infant car seat in the middle row? Or is that a change with this newer body style?
I would love to see a review of the Kia Niro. From what I can find it seems like the most reasonably priced SUV hybrid and I wonder what the catch is. I would love to see if it's actually a good car for families, or if it's a sedan masquerading as an SUV
I just bought a 2022 sienna platinum for my wife ordered it 2 months ago
Can you put a rear facing car seat in the 2 row middle jump seat on the 8 passenger XLE?
the one you were reviewing was a 7 seater correct? not the 8 seater u selected at the end of the video?
No mention of that built in 110v outlet. You had shown it though. Nice van!
I wish you had reviewed the rear entertainment system. I rely on that to keep my colicky twins happy while I’m driving. But while previous versions of the Sienna made it so easy to pop in a dvd of Finding Nemo, the new Sienna requires HDMI cords and lightning cords to make this possible. It’s MUCH more complicated and difficult than it used to be in previous Siennas. Plus- cords are trip hazards.
Do you have the 2022 Sienna? I’m about to have our twins and we’re trying to decide on a minivan! I’ve heard that the doors don’t open very far anymore. Has that been an issue for you? Thanks!
And the stroller there are no words
I will wait till its 5 or 6 years old then buy it for half price or less. Beatiful car!
I'm getting a ford expedition but but hut still have to watch all your videos 🥰
hahahah aw I appreciate you!!
I love the expedition!
Can you fit 2 booster seats and a car seat in the third row?
Would love to see you review on the Honda Pilot.
will you be doing a review of the 2024 or not enough changes to the interior features?
the car seat is hard to access because you made use of the 2nd row being able to slide back so far, your front seat is sooooo far tilted back. normally front seats are not that far back and 2nd row is in a normal position which allows you much more access to it...
Biggest complaints about my 2021; seal on sunroof isn't very tight (some water leakage), can't remove 2nd row seats, 3rd row seats don't stay folded down, rear door button is too low. What do I like? Very quiet, great gas mileage, and apple carplay
Just got a 2021 and haven't experienced the sunroof issue yet thankfully. Did you get that addressed at a dealer?
Which did you like better the Kia carnival or this?
If you get the eight passenger with the middle bench, do you lose the ability to slide the individual seats back-and-forth on the track? I think I like having the track better than having eight passengers
No works the same and the middle seat is removable
Does the XLE comes with the foot motion to open the door?
Thanks Olive Oyl !
The front is beautiful 🤩
I have the 2020, and I'll never switch to this. I've had a Hybrid before.
1) Hybrid battery: Expensive to replace, dangerous to repair. Heavy weight wears down tires and suspension quicker. Hot battery requires ventilation, exhaust right into the cabin. That's ok in snow country, but not in the sweltering heat of the south. Takes up so much space, no room for a spare or its equipment.
2) It is smaller than the 2020, interior and exterior.
3) Second-row seats are not removable like in the 2020.
4) I like white vehicles. This van in white, from the rear, looks like an angry/sad clown. Those cosmetic extensions down from the taillights was a huge mistake for me.
5) That bridge console is very restrictive for a large person like me.
Omg the clek is so big heavy and expensive. But my wife said they are the best. Got the roller transport bags as well. Every time I check them they say, those are the biggest car seats I have ever seen. Lol
Hi Kelly! Loving these videos as I’m on the hunt for my perfect mom car! Can you please review the Honda CRV.
Thank you!
I have the CRV touring package & it’s been the best car ever! I love everything about it! Did a lot of research, definitely made the right choice.
Our biggest complaint is the weird configuration limits. We wanted a higher trim level, with 8 passengers and spare tire. The ONLY trim that we could get EITHER 8 passengers OR a spare tire was XLE, so we got both in an XLE, and went without the extra toys.
Yeah makes no sense limit the passenger capacity in a car meant to be a people mover.
@@makatron dumbest trend ever and they all do it
That disappoints me too. Honda and Kia don't make you choose between eight seats and top trim levels.
I agree with you, every car should have a decent ground clearance suvs , trucks, sedans and vans I will said at least 10 inches
Cars usually only have 5-ish inches.
My sequoia has 10”. I think the van should be at least 8” like the highlander.
I got the premium model but they dont have vaccum and fridge anymore!!😕
Have you been in or demoed a Sienna with the 8 seats? how does it affect the second row adjustability, or ease of getting into the 3rd row? My husband really likes the "aisle" you get with the 7 seat, but I love the idea of maximum seats. Is the 8th seat removable?
It is removable.
Toyota should give you a option for hybrid or the v6. If they kept the v6. I would of got one. I'm single no kids. Would of used it as a camper and still would of got good gas mileage.
Instead I went with a 2020 4runner ORP. Gas sucks but I'm happy with it.
Does this have a 360 cam view in Pakring mode? You didn’t mention. Please anybody?
I am very confused. Should I go for oddessy or sienna?
Wanted to make a quick note that you should get CarPlay/Android Auto without the XLE Plus package. The way they word the XLE Plus package is confusing. This is for building a 2023. We asked the same question when configuring ours.
It's funny you dislike the front because I love it lol. I hate the exterior of the Odyssey though. I wish we could just piece together our favorites parts of a car to make our perfect fit.