The 2021 Toyota Sienna XSE Brings AWD & Electrification to the Minivan Segment
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The #ToyotaSienna has comfortably been a safe choice in the minivan world and while the current model had been around for 10 years, its competitors have always been slightly more appealing in the key aspects that minivan shoppers looked at. For 2021, #Toyota hopes to change that with the all-new 4th-generation #SiennaHybrid, the old V6 has been dropped and while power is down, fuel economy is up to a whopping 36 MPG combined which makes the new #SiennaXSE the most fuel-efficient minivan in the segment.
Who else is loving the fresh new entries in the minivan segment? The Toyota Sienna is now the newest offering and it also happens to be the most fuel efficient! We think Toyota has made the right move here by making it a hybrid only, stay tuned for our full driving impressions on the 2021 Pacifica next month!
Also BSM w RCTA is standard on all trims
What a missed opportunity wow too bad. Should've had the 2021 Rav4 Prime power plant.
@@robertl8069 yeah but it wouldn’t be available in all states. The RAV4 prime is already popular and there are dealer markups
If you can't easily remove the first and second row seating then it isn't a minivan. At this point it is just a luxury hybrid airport shuttle.
@@MrLM002 I think you mean second or third row seating that should be removable
Test drove one and put it in sport mode and it has descent acceleration while still making 35mpg combined. Toyota did an outstanding job.
I honestly hope vans/minivans make a comeback. They are just soooo practical. It’s nice Toyota, Honda, and Kia haven’t abandoned the segment 🙌🏻
Chrysler too
This van is not really practical though. You can't remove the 2nd row on the Sienna anymore while you still can on the Odyssey and Pacifica. I'm not sure what will be the case for the redesigned Sedona though.
For my purposes I need the removable front console and the removable middle row. My 2007 Sienna is going to have to do because this simply won't cut it.
Have Honda 2019 and I totally love it. I'm hoping that the minivan continues to get a refresh and update because they are very practical and just very underrated.
My request is for: 3rd generation assist cruise control able to do stop and go traffic, cabin view, hybrid, memory seats, 8 passenger vehicle with removal middle row seats. Right now a mix of oddsey and sienna would be my pick.
And Dodge
When you want a Supra but have a family of 5 😂
When you want a Supra and want it also be built by Toyota
@@DallasTechie True so 50k does NOT matter . Toyota ain’t cheap
@@DallasTechie lmao
Supras haven’t been doing good in sales this year. I think I saw 2 supras.
@@floridaroadways no one wants a bmw
love my 2009 Sienna...still going strong at 210,000 miles--runs like a dream.
I bought the 2021 XLE AWD version about a week ago. We are in love with this vehicle because of the below reasons 1) Kids love the two Capitain seats in second row which slides back a lot and give them a lot of space to put their backpacks and instrumentals etc 2) as a hybrid car, we got great gas mileage at around 35 mpg 3) acceleration is good and the car runs very quietly 4) all the technology such as Apple CarPlay and the 7 USB charging ports 5) and I actually like the new look of the 2021 model, looks like a SUV. The couple things that I wish this car has are 1) seat position memory buttons are not offered 2) the foot-operate door open sensors are nice but sometimes it does not seem to work very well (maybe I need to practice a little more)
I guess you got it just in time, here in Canada they haven’t been available at all it seems and won’t be in Production until at least September… no idea when the 2022 will be available but since it’s still a 4-cylinder that would be a concern for me for those trips over the Appalachians.
But then again I can’t even get across the border, nor would I want to right now
Atkinson Cycle Engine, CVT Transmission, and a Nickel Metal Hydride Drive Battery. This is a giant old-school Toyota Prius.
Not a bad looking toyota prius. Hella nice wheels on a minivan.
It needs a bigger battery so those electric motors can help that poor overworked 4cyl gas engine more.
@@rollingreclinerRecumbent I drove one, same model as this one, YOU would be surprised at the power, the motors really give it a boost off the line, sacrifice some power, BUT get 36 M.P.G! My 2012 Sienna XLE gets 21 most of the rime on the hwy. I'll take the extra 15 MPG!
Which means it will be bomb-proof. Priuses are hard to kill.
This is too on my short list. And I’ve not longed for a Toyota for some time. These updates are very, very nice! Thank you for covering this!
I bought the 2011 swagger van in 2010.
Limited trim with all the bells and whistles .
Amazing vehicle.
Traded it for a Sequoia in 2016, and was still worth $20k trade in.
and toyota will sell it for another $7000 or something lol
@@dinobot_maximize
I'm sure it sold for more than $20k.
Last month I traded in an immaculate 328xi BMW 2007....70k miles.
BMW dealer gave me $5k for it.
It was sold for $9k 3 weeks later.
My Wife used the $5k for a 2021 Hybrid Rav4 XSE.
@Anita Ayon
I live in WY.
People here don't have nice cars. So it would've been difficult to sell. Plus there are no BMW/Benz dealers in the entire state.
We sold it in Colorado.
And it needed a $2k maintenance work.
So it was more like $7k.
Wasn't easy to let go....lol.
It was a great machine.
And the $5k was an acceptable offer for us.
Car was perfect, we bought it in Germany.
But it was getting into the over $3k a year to maintain....so we regrettably sold it.
Wife is very happy with her new Hybrid XSE Rav4.
It really is a showstopper.
@Anita Ayon
True!
Once maintenance turns into going to the shop more than once a year....gets expensive quick.
We bought it new in Germany....so we were able to enjoy the best it had to offer.
I love our 2015 Sienna. I'm not ashamed. It's a great vehicle. This new one is really sharp!
"only got 29mpg" ... yeah blasting it around every corner, doing small burnouts, and flooring it at every stop light That's pretty dam impressive in my book.
I know! Jeez, I was scared for my life and I was not even in the car with him when he was speeding. Lol. The van probably said, "dude, you know I am the minivan and not the Supra, right?"
Just picked up a Sienna XSE 2021 and I'm very pleased with it. I was floored to learn after buying it that it had self drive capabilites, dynamic cruise, and a fully featured app. Remote keys, time limits, area limits and more. Also was able to link this to Google Home so the car starts every morning as part of my routine, all things I learned after purchase.
Have you driven this filled with cargo? Do you think it will accelerate well with a full load across the country? Or would it be sluggish?
@@LakeTahoeGem Oh man so funny you asked. This weekend we went to Costco to "load up" We packed two giant Costco shopping carts into the back, and these weren't pillows. Detergent, meat, etc etc. I could see an inch or two drop in the rear suspension, at which point I was curious as to what the payload capacity was. But the car did great, though I nervously avoided potholes nonetheless.
@@Waystone11 thanks
Great review. Thank you. After watching many reviews, we just bought our 2021 Sienna XLS in the Predawn gray with the plus pkg. It’s a great vehicle.
I’m 38 with 3 kids and struggled initially with the stigma of vans... until I saw the new model. We have a ‘16 Sequoia Lmtd, and after looking at other SUVS for our second car, we didn’t want 2 SUVs burning through gas. I buckled down and embraced my decision. I’m feelin’ this van for sure! Driven over 100mi, and the needle still hasn’t budged!
I must say, when Sofyan talks about vehicles, he is very detailed oriented. I really respect his content. The only problem is that he makes me want to buy a new car every time....
Hahha true...
The overall design is very solid. I love the elegant interior and the aggressive exterior of this car. Great job from the Toyota team.
Toyota made it look SOOOOOO much better!! I love this!! Always the best videos with redline reviews in such clear clarity!!
The new sienna and other TNGA Toyota’s look sexy imo
I bought this same trim/color combo. Love it! I came from a Lexus is350 F-sport and It still has that Lexus touch here and there. Being 6’4” it is definitely way more comfortable obviously! Although I will miss that IS sportiness ;) with as many family trips we take the 35/36 mpg is amazing with all the room and versatility you get. The only “negative” I’ve come across so far is the 10-20% mpg drop you get in cold weather, but that’s for any hybrid. Overall, love it!
I just picked up our new 2021 Sienna XSE Hybrid with technology package. We already went on a 400mi trip and back already. Great van. Great drive. Handled really well. It responded when I wanted horse power on the highway. The only issues I've found so far is that we used to have a 2017 Sienna XLE, and with that 2017 Sienna, we were able to stick a USB thumb drive into the USB port, and could play MPEG4 cartoons for the kids to watch on the wider screen in the middle row. With this 2021 model, we weren't able to do that as you could only play video files through HDMI. (I still haven't been able to find an adaptor to play my USB thumb drive via HDMI). Also, this XSE model doesn't have the "power folding and extending" function for the outside rear view mirrors. It also doesn't have "driving position memory". Both of those were available on the 2017 XLE. Overall, the van was great. My kids would love it more if we could play their favourite cartoons on the USB thumb drive. Does anybody have the answer?
I love it. It’s a hybrid, you can’t go wrong with this mini van. It’s what you really need. Good job Toyota!
The Pacifica hybrid awd is better
@@chrishuber8930 good for u. i don't have time to charge my van.
@@YourMajestyTheKing Your name says otherwise
@@ATH-camChannelwithNoName i don't charge. my car charges itself
Engine reduced from 3.5 to 2.5...
Engine is same like a camry.
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 video review. Very informative, well spoken and presented. I saw your video even before I bought my car and it influenced my purchase. Thank you.
Very good comprehensive review. Best review of the 2021 Sienna so far and will probably stay the best
I bought the 2021 Toyota sienna hybrid xse. I love it. The wife loves it. My kids love it. Super good on gas. Decent power. It looks amazing and i said i’d never get a van. I saw this and was like whaaaaaat. I wish I got it in AWD but its awesome. Very practical for everyday and never dreading gas prices. On 1 tank i get 500 miles +.
A real minivan test would be 500 miles with a wife and 3 kids in the car.
Lol
Towing coffee, snacks, and dogs.
the cost? sanity xD
😂
Truth 🤣
It's a Toyota so you know it's going to be reliable
Didn't they just have a massive recall?
@@dtay8913 yes for defective fuel pumps
@@dtay8913 but they are still reliable 😅
@@dtay8913 dont forget their new 8 spd trans. But like toyota owners say "its reliable!!!!11!!1"
@@randycausey5269 I'll take a Toyota with a defective fuel pump before I take many of the other manufacturers with any defections lol
Finally sienna looks better then Honda Odyssey...
odyssey hasnt look good in a long time
@@tinhinnh oddesey looks depressing ngl
More reliable too
Looks maybe but not practical 😕still love the features of oddsey especially the cabin view.
@@NEILANIL1 2020 sienna still looks better than the oddy imo
I can just imagine all the fries and M&Ms that’ll be thrown in this minivan. Just send it to the detail geek for a full detail 😁
Thats why they have the vac 😁 but only on $$ models 😔
Way better than Honda in the looks and in the quality for sure good job Toyota 👍👍👍
And the interior. Hondas interiors are bland and plasticky.
The interior still looks cheap an bland...
@@velboone6041 have you seen the Odyssey's interior? This is worlds above it.
Definitely a win/win considering the MPG estimates. Love the center console and the 2nd row seating option. Am a sedan driver by passion but this is closer to it than an SUV.
I don’t usually care for minivans but this looks good. Plus my entire family is very tall. The space is huge for us.
Looks nice but… There needs to be a Lexus version!🤭 Powered everything! Giant infotainment screen. Lots of LED mood lighting. A V6 hybrid and a double panoramic sunroof! THAT, I would buy‼️ Who’s with me⁉️
YESSSS
Agree! Lexus LM needed in The states!
@@larry-notthecableguy Wait! WHAT?! There already is one?!🤭Researching...
there is high end luxury model in China but it doesnt come to USA.. i dont understand why.. i am pressure sure wealthier family definitely prefer better lexus verision of minivan
I have been going back and forth between the Carnival, Pacifica and Sienna. For me all of them have a compromise. I want an AWD with good mileage with great interior build quality. If only Sienna made their interior better or on PAR with the other competition HOWEVER the interior build quality is trash compared to Carnival and Pacifica; this is from the Platinum trim which cost +/- $55k OTD. Carnival is very luxurious but no AWD and MPG is not great. Pacifica you can only have one or the other; AWD bad MPG or no AWD great MPG (plug in hybrid).
All show no go. If the XSE AWD came with the 20s and more power i would be planning my Edge Sport replacement. Looks like either an Edge ST or an Explorer ST in the future. Also dislike that the stitching is orange and not red.
Will you be buying a Pacifica instead then?
It offers features not found in competitors
1. Head up display
2. Rear camera mirror
3. 4 zone climate
4. Power tilt telescope wheel with memory
Also now the Highlander hybrid is practically useless...
In terms of features sure, but big thing is highlander is not a minivan lol. there is a stigma against them
not really, a lot of people dont want to drive gay minivans outside of moms with 4+ kids plus its 2020 big full size suvs can do what this does
Mini vans don't have good ground clearance like the Highlander.
What? A highlander is a big SUV with a variety of buyers looking for it. The only people
who look for minivans are old soccer dads and Karen moms .
Nah. Americans mostly favor SUVs nowadays. Think of Ford as they've removed all their sedans/small cars and built that strange Porsche looking Escape to try to appeal to both, but you can't overall.
If I ever get a minivan it will be one of these.
Best minivan all around. Reliable by a HUGE margin. Awesome new design
Best looking minivan I’ve ever seen!
Another awesome review! This is the best review that I have seen on the 2021 Sienna yet. You've set the bar really high for other reviewers. I don't think one can be outdone.
The engineers did a nice job. While the V6's passing is lamented, I understand the efficiency and product differentiation they went after. Would have been a good idea if the Highlander + Sienna teams had done the legwork on eliminating a couple hundred pounds of weight though (4600lbs is POR-KY!)
This looks like one of those cool JDM minivans. It's busy, but very different. I like it.
My dad will trade in our 2014 Odyssey EX-L to this 2022 Sienna Limited colored White!
I love hybrids!
I live here in Canada
Never thought I’d say this about a minivan... that, Sienna, is gorgeous.
Now soccer moms can roll in style. Lol
I have a sienna
If you all were wondering, we can't remove the 2nd row seats because it has airbags in them.
The SEs are so underrated. Everyone what’s a “Luxury” car so they get the LE or XLE, but the SE is cheaper than the XLE, plus it has leather and more epic stuff.
Also, Sienna is the king of cupholders
Hey buddy, there is no SE model starting 2021. Only LE, XLE, XSE, Limited and Platinum. XSE not cheaper than XLE
The good thing about sienna is the 1st generation ones came out in 1999 are still seen on the roads in 2020. One of my friends at work has one . :)
Lol “Toyota please rav4 prime everything”
Truth! Haha
Got my 2008 sienna 8passenger van bought brand new and now 12yrs old still running strong no mechanical problem just the wear n tear. Im no autotech but i can tell the old sienna is easy to fix. It is a gas saver when driving by urself, but if u put 8 people plus cargo load yes the engine will drink gas.
That’s a damn good looking minivan🔥
Rented this for a road trip. Absolutely phenomenal
Do you remember which trim you had? LE, XLE, XSE, LIMITED, or PLATINUM
I like it a lot, exterior and interior much better than Honda Odyssey,nice job Toyota.
I think the odyssey has a better interior layout. You can get an elite and 8 passenger seating. Toyota only allows 8 seats in the LE and XLE models.....
Only good thing about new Sienna is all wheel drives. Hybrid and better on gas. Everything else is better on the Odyssey.
@@paoxiong1449 I like the interior design of Odyssey better because I don’t like Tablet screen. but I like the tech on Sienna, like hands free rear sliding door, refrigerator, 360 camera. They are both reliable in terms of Engine and transmission. I don’t like the fact that Toyota only offers the hybrid powertrain, some people still like NA V6.
SUV’s can kick rocks. This thing is fucking gorgeous.
that's the sportiest minivan I've ever seen
R63 AMG?
@@kgisabeast The R63 doesn't look that sporty to me. But that's the fun of it, it's a sleeper.
Honda Odyssey??
4 cyclinder, please gave the v6 as option. And the towing is down, CVT for a 4700lb vehicle?
Towing has always been 3500lbs. Toyota knows what sells vans, this will be class-leading in sales.
One of the best reviewers in the field.
That XSE with the 3.5 would be a no brainer.. it looks really good! But a 4cyl hybrid and cvt no thanks
I think they should offer 3.5 L naturally aspirated V6 option for SE and XSE for those who want more power.
The focus groups demanded better fuel economy and Toyota responded with the hybrid engine. However depending on the sales numbers Toyota may revisit the engine options in the next few years.
AWD make deference for me over Honda Odyssey.
But it’s not the real AWD like Pacifica
AWD is really not that necessary unless your up North were is snows all the time. Just the weight and good snow tires the car will do wonders.
@@MrAWD-ox3gk it is all wheel drive. It uses motors as opposed to a driveshaft, which is better for torque.
Thats WACK you don't get the dark wheels on AWD. Im guessing because they figure AWD will need more sidewall? Not sure what the weight of the wheel has to do with anything. The difference in weight probably a few lbs.
I agree. I was looking forward to having a Platinum AWD with 20 inch rims but the 20 inch rims only come on the FWD version.
You could always buy the 20 inch rims from the dealer and keep the 18 rims for snow tires.
@@ikelee I’m in Southern California 😀
I like this new design of the sienna, but I wish it still had the 3.5 liter V6 in it, because I really just don't like hybrids.
As an option i can agree. Even a hybrid V6
In Australia (for comparison/rival sake) the Kia Carnival (Sedona US) comes in either V6 or a very potent 2.2L CRDi Diesel which is a brilliant performer.
@Andy When you buy one 12 years from now? lol
Exactly, the hybrid should just be an option alongside a V6
I think toyota is moving to only selling hybrids and it sucks. What happens when that battery dies.
@Aryrix 1 By the time the battery dies, it’ll be cheaper and easier to fix than a transmission replacement. My 2005 Prius had original battery and still running when I sold it at 265k miles.
The fact it doesn't have a V6 anymore just kills it for me
I should have had the option of the V6 or the hybrid
@@rontreen3278 agreed.
@@rontreen3278 agree, SE or XSE should have the V6, and all other trims with Hybrid.
I get the feeling that Toyota’s plan is to release a Prime version down the road to win back people who want want a V6.
Will be interesting to see the vlogs of ppl living in this. See how they build it out.
Good lord at the endless drone when you turned on the road and gunned it. I remember that terrible feeling when I test drove one. It was loud, slow, and numbing.
Wow, this thing looks good. Time to trade in my 2014 Odyssey Elite.
It does look good but trying too hard to be sport and cool wifh the wheels lol
@@James-il3tq That’s what they always say...
So badass , I just got me a 2011 and I’m super happy with it. This one I’ll get it 🤔 hopefully afterwards
i imagine sometime soon they're gonna introduce the sienna prime
Perfect competitor to the Chrysler Pacifica PHEV
If Toyota is struggling to make enough RAV4 Primes to meet demand I can’t see a Sienna Prime anytime soon. Logically they will move on to the Highlander Prime next.
The front end already looks like Prius Prime
@@ikelee yeah I can see them making a Highlander Prime in the near future.
Toyota and Honda are truly killing off the competitors !!! Hat off to you both !!!
Much nicer than the odyssey
If you could go back to 2001 and tell a 140hp Previa owner that one day there would be a Toyota hybrid minivan with 245hp you would blow their mind! We're pretty spoiled today. It's got plenty of power.
Totoya's E-CVT is actually working very differently from the "traditional" CVT
Yes. It's two electric motor-generators and a planetary gear set. Virtually unkillable.
Has physical first gear which helps a lot off the line so there's no sluggish rubberband feel.
@@James-il3tq you’re thinking of the direct shift cvt in the Corolla and UX
The e cvt in Toyota’s hybrids have zero gears. It’s just a pair of electric motors powering the wheels. When you accelerate you won’t feel any gear shifts
It’s not the same cvt. The e cvt is just a pair of motors. No gear seats and no reverse gear either.
Totoya?? Is that a ripoff of *Toyota??*
No ability to take the second row out is going to be a huge turn off to buyers in the van segment. They’re not realizing that people use vans for children AND cargo. Huge oversight on that one Toyota.
I agree. The backlash online is strong. Maybe in the refresh they will change it up.
I love this new Sienna! I prefer it’s design far more than the new o
Odyssey!
This thing looks badass, the redesign on the body is slept on
Man, what is with these mini-vans looking so god damn good. Personally, I have nothing against vans becuase the are extremely practical for what they are, however, they are not what I am looking for in a vehicle. Speed and two doors is what I value!
Still got my 08 Sienna (150 k miles) and it's been a workhorse from comfortable long distance family drive (Chicago to Florida to Toronto, Canada then back to Chicago) to hauling things around when I need room. It's also great for kids to give them room to move around with lots of room to stretch your legs and sleep comfortably. I would trade mine in but not having the ability to take out the middle seats is a big downside on these new models. Hopefully they bring it back in the future rendition of the vehicle.
13:03 nobody who has a minivan ever does that to get in the third row lol
Yeah don't people just pass through the spot between the captain's chairs? I wonder how it would work without captain's chairs, but you probably can't get full bench in 2nd row for this specific reason.
@@richardnavratil9661 Exactly, this guy has clearly never grew up in a minivan
Sofyan: it’s not like you’re going to be attacking corners
Me: 🏎 👀
Nicest looking minivan I’ve seen - now Toyota please bring us the Prime powertrain!
BEST 2021 Sienna review! Good job, Sofyan!
As always great reviews.
This is my take on Toyota's design.
2.5L engine is slow/weak for that heavy van. Hybrid Synergy drive is going to be strained. Stick with the older V6 which gets 27mpg hwy.
Front dash is cluttered and T plastic is waste of space (Annoying on the Prius). Why get boxed in with a stupid piece of plastic that is way up high.
Can't scoot over the passenger side.
Shifter should be on the dash.
Non removable second row seats is a deal breaker.
3rd row seats dont fold flat.
No spare tire. You get Fix A Flat!
No auto liftgate on the LE trim.
Gas tank is probably smaller.
Overpriced!
You whine too much. The 2.5 engine is paired with the Hybrid powertrain, it has plenty of power. You're complaining about plastic, have you seen the Odyssey interior?
@@andybub45Will never buy Honda again. Junk transmissions. Infotainment systems that freeze. Gas oil dilution in Earth Dreams Nightmare Engines. Remember the 2.7L 4 cylinder Sienna no one wanted it. If I'm paying $45,000 it has to be perfect.
@@vidpro1786 No vehicle is perfect. As I mentioned before, this 2.5 is paired with a Hybrid motor, so its still plenty powerful. Its not by any means slow.
@@andybub45 but if you have a mini van full of people and luggage
Check out Everyday Review’s 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Torture Test video. He literally took his family on vacation and travelled up mountains on the highway. He said he never once felt the engine was strained. Got really good MPG too!
After I saw that video I was convinced that the new Sienna was worth checking out.
Just pass me by on street & damn this Van looking good I have to search on TH-cam.
For a minivan looks real good
I really love the new design language Toyota has been going with!
It looks nice but I'm surprised how cheap it still looks despite them claiming to be the most luxurious van they made.
Even the Venza looks cheap. I think Toyota intentionally keeps quality low to avoid eating Lexus sales.
This isn’t the platinum so it has missing features fridge, vac, 360 cam w/sensors, bigger gauge display & heads up display with full leather interiors.
@@lkae4 Exactly lol
But some Lexus exclusives like GS, etc
There's no Toyota equivalent in reality.
I've been in the new odyssey, and that still looked and felt like it was built well. I'll give the benefit of the doubt since this is supposed to be a pre production vehicle.
theyre trying to keep the weight down for fe, if its built like the 80s/90s it would weigh a lot more
I wish people would quit saying it looks like a minivan. I’ve started seeing these in the real world and you can tell it’s a Sienna from any angle. It a minivan. Embrace it. 😄
Very nice looking minivan. I would definitely trade my highlander for this... Hope it comes to NZ. I don't really care about acceleration, but wouldn't mind a prime.
Thinking about the highlander hybrid. But with a family of 6 I think this is the better option.
The actual 0 to 60 is actually the same as the V6 vans. Some publishers are saying it's 1 second slower, but that's based off calculations of the hp, not actually testing it.
Hybrid and AWD, I’m sold. I can go up to Yosemite with no more worries. LOL.
Exactly why I'm getting one in march :)
Yea, I just ordered mine custom built. Will take 8-12 weeks to come in. I hope the Semiconductor shortage does not delay my delivery date.
@@AdamMikiewicz It should be fine Toyota said it had stockpiled chips and has enough for this year, might get mine tomorrow.
Woot got the XLE today with the xle plus package for 5% under msrp :) Blueprint blue, it shiny hahahha. Gave myself a birthday present.
Thanks for your honest and professional comments and reviews. I always feel comfortable when u review a car the iam interesting. Keep the good work! A friend viewer from the great north ! 🇨🇦
I'll wait for the 2022, maybe they'll provide an optional V-6 and then there will be room to stow and go the middle row seats, in the mean time, love the leg room
Please no stow and go. Makes the seats super low to the floor.
Since when do seats need to be removable? SFC, it’s not a cargo van. Can’t remove 2nd row seats in any other class of vehicle, so the hard on for this feature makes no sense.
The focus groups demanded better fuel economy so Toyota responded with the hybrid engine
This vehicle is all about practicality and that oh so wonderful gas mileage, especially in present times.
The back looks like the mini van version of the Bmw 8 series 😂
You talked about the available "SPORT" mode, but you didn't select it prior to acceleration tests. I would say that's invalid, because the difference between modes are night/day on my Prius V.
I'd get this over a crossover just for the 2nd row recline feature and make my SO do the driving while I lounge.
If you get the integrated refrigerator you can freeze some ice and drink some scotch while sitting in the 2nd row
@@ikelee that’s not gonna be available now unfortunately. Toyota announced there is a supply shortage of the refrigerator on siennas and because of that the platinum trim at least for the first year won’t have the refrigerator
@@naveenkrishnamurthy7576 What a bummer 😐😒
IT REALLY LOOKS GREAT IN THAT COLOR. I DROVE ONE IN APRIL, IT DROVE SO NICE, SO QUIET, I THINK
THE POWER IS FINE ALSO.
They're asking a near Lexus price for the Limited & Platinum grade models. I'd wait for a CPO. Then add XSE 19" wheels as a mod.
A Highlander gets just as expensive too. Also a 50K Lexus vs a 50K Toyota will be very different in terms of feature content
top trim lexuses is more than 50k
I believe those XSE wheels are 20" not 19".
Agreed. CPO is the way
Lexus minivan??
Good move to make this exclusively hybrid and props on that 3500 tow rating.
The acceleration is slow with just him inside, imagine how slow this car accelerates with 7 passengers.
🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎 less 51 horses powered 🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎
My first reaction , when I guess the new one 2021 has 51 horses less powered
@@eusko9616 The outgoing model was rated at the crank, before the drivetrain loss of approx 20-25%. The new figure is already at the wheels, hence, NET HP.
The new one has more HP and more torque, which is available immediately.
Drive one before speaking uneducated
@@ur31337 I drove one and it seemed fine it did seem a little slower but nothing close to how he’s portraying it
That's my point. I sell more hybrid Highlander vs gas models because of the power delivery. The same drivetrain is in the Sienna, except more powerful.
Even fully loaded, the torque from the electricity has no problems.
Best looking van I've seen
My Nephew says it looks like a Decepticon. The interior looks like Federation Star Ship. Yes We are nerds....LOL
They should make conversation vans again , can’t beat those when it comes to comfort
Too bad rear signals ain't LED.
They should really bring the Alphard over for the N.A market
They have to leave room to refresh the vehicle in 4 years.
Probably did it to cut costs. At least the tail looks nice.
You are the only reviewer test and compare door shutting sound, thank you!