Toyota Sienna

"Drives smoothly, handles well and is a pleasure to drive in the city (turns quite sharply for tight spaces) and on the highway"

"Quiet"

"very reliable"

"Great acceleration. Handles well, easily."

"Pretty responsive acceleration. Handling is not bad, considering it is a mini-van"

"Excellent acceleration and smooth ride."

"Good acceleration but not superb. Although I have the enlightenment checked regularly it still pulls slight to the left."

"transmission could be smoother"

"Van drives very smoothly"

"Drives good and accelerates well for a van. I have been in many places with my van and it drives better than a lot of other vehicles I have drove, and it can accelerate when you need to hit it."

"For years, when the transmission is shifting, it seems like it slips and then grabs. A Toyota mechanic told me that it's not worth fixing. It is disappointing for a Toyota to have problems with the transmission shifting."

"Acceleration has always been inconsistent... hesitation particularly at low speeds and then over reaction to compensate. I suspect it is a gearing issue to meet all demands with 4 cylinders."

"With over 140,000 it still has lots of power and handles great. On the downside, lots of road noise these days."

"I love my minivan. It handles so well - so easy to maneuver. It is very roomy in the inside but handles like a smaller vehicle. One thing I like about Toyotas is that the styling is such that they keeps their looks after many years. I would love to have another Sienna."

"Excellent acceleration and handling."

"Extremely satisfied for these features within a minivan"

"I have the front wheel drive model and my only complaint is that it doesn't handle the best in snow."

"Easy to handle. Cruise is nice. Hold back on downhill steep grades is very useful."

"Although very good on highway for cruising and normal passing, it is sometimes lacking additional power when instantaneous acceleration for passing is needed."

"Quiet ride with good acceleration. Turns well"

"responsive. Fun to drive."

"rides good, runs good comfortable ; decent economy, no failures. some wind noise nice to travel in."

"The mileage is lousy on the vehicle in part due to the large 3.6 l engine."

"It is an easy driving car. Smooth acceleration and easy handling. Even though it is a van it handles like a four door sedan."

"It is a great van and drives very well. It has one problem, if you suddenly press the gas pedal the engine control idles the engine and lights the trouble light. You have to switch off the engine and restart it."

"Runs smooth. We take care of it and have it serviced on regular schedules."

"The Sienna is adequate for power but not strong. Sometimes it down shifts into 3rd to get high revs on the highway on hills when a stronger engine would just power up the hill in the higher gear."

"nope"

"It has great power for towing."

"Acceleration is very quick with no hesitation. Handling is very good."

"The car hesitates after turning corners (especially on right turns). Dealer ship mechanics did not believe there was anything wrong. It reminds me of an old carburetor fueled car."

"It drives great and handles pretty well for a minivan. The best part about it is the turning radius. It turns super sharp for such a big vehicle."

"2 problems: 1. The acceleration lags when you need it most, as in entering the speedy traffic on local interstates. 2. The steering radius does not match the length of the minivan, as though it was designed for a small sedan. Given the narrow lanes of local streets, the result is a frequent need to run the back right wheel over the curb, to stay in one's lane, when turning right."

"For a 3.3 liter engine, rated at 235 horsepower, pulling a 2 ton vehicle, the acceleration is more than adequate. I'm not saying I drag race with it, but it's faster than a lot of cars We've had"

"Great acceleration. Small turning ratio which is very nice for a long van. Comfortable"

"There is a hesitation when accelerating."

"Handles quite well with either of my last 2 sets of Continental Eco -Plus or General Altimax R43 tires. Still feels quick accelerating after oil and spark plug change."

"I can turn around in a very tight circle. I towed a lightweight fiberglass travel trailer with ease, untill it got to around 245,000 miles, then it slowed down over 4000 foot mountain passes."

"I like the height and handling."

"acceleration and handling excellent, quiet interior."

"quiet smooth ride, good handling, riding high with large windows and wind shield, great viewing"

"Acceleration hesitates sometimes due to transmission shifting issues ongoing for over 5 years."

"Handles very well"

"It has handled quite well in all sorts of weather."

"Great vehicle, very versatile vehicle."

"Has plenty of power for 6 cylinder."

"Easy to drive. Powerful engine. Good MPG for size. Has short turning radius making it easy to park, etc."

"After 13 years, it still drives like a new can and has all the features i need in a car."

"Easy to drive"

"We have taken good care of this car. Last fall it passed inspection then we've had one expensive fail after another--brakes, brand new tire, o2 and heat sensors, catalytic computer. Now the system is REALLY loud in the front and we don't know why. We wanted to get another 100k miles or so"

"Love, love, love our Sienna. It drives like a dream, turns on a dime and has been an excellent car. I would buy it again, wish we had bought another when we replaced our other car., but thought two vans a bit excessive."

"Acceleration good but as CR has stated transmission takes its time to change speeds at some stages/situations while accelerating. ( gather from your reports this is now rectified after 10 years) I haven't found to be a safety hazard but can be a bit annoying."

"Road noise is bad"

"Acceleration is excellent, the handling is what would be expected with a large vehicle."

"Handles like a big box on wheels, and accelerates with the enthusiasm of a snail (not the Turbo variety :))."

"Good acceleration for a mini van. Handling is better than expected for this type vehicle."

"Good acceleration"

"Excellent ride, turning radius"

"When you punch it to pass, it really goes."

"This car is still running phenomenally even 13 years later. great acceleration and for a mini van takes the turns very smoothly."

"Very comfortable ride"

"driving and riding in the Sienna is like being in your living room"

"A lot of road noise! Everything else is very good."

"Seats are very comfortable and you sit up high."

"This vehicle is our favorite one to drive on long trips. Plenty of room for everyone and any items we might need to carry."

"The Sienna is very noisy at highway speeds. However, the ride is extremely comfortable and I prefer it to the MDX for long trips."

"Very satisfied overall with this car"

"Very noisy ride. Sienna has run flat tires which give a harsher ride, make more road noise, do not wear well and are difficult to replace if not in a large urban area."

"Love the seat comfort and the smoothness of the ride."

"The ride and interior comfort makes me feel like I'm driving a luxury car instead of a family minivan. The car is now 12 years old, and it's still relaxing and comfortable to drive."

"Seats give us comfort for 3200 KM. trip to Texas each way. Overall Comfort impressive for what is really a Truck."

"Smooth ride. Great for long road trips."

"It's a big van and as it's gotten old the acceleration is slow and the ride is not great"

"Comfortable, quiet and smooth ride."

"Lumbar function doesn't hit the back at the right place for me. Although the steering wheel tilts it doesn't adjust inward or out."

"Nice limo like ride. Premium leather seats are very comfortable for long trips. But lot of the highway noise comes through."

"Hands down, the 2005-2007 Toyota Siennas are the most comfortable vehicles I've ever owned. The seats are large and well-padded, people have ample headroom (!) and shoulder room, plus the leg room in the back rows isn't bad either. I took six full-grown adults on a journey of more than a thousand miles (in one NIGHT!) and nobody had major comfort issues. That's why the Sienna is my "Group Adventure Vehicle"! Downsides- the plastic sides on the seats are a bit easy to pop off and the seat belt..."

"Reasonably quiet. The seats are all comfortable."

"The noise level inside coming from outside is incredible and I'm hard of hearing. Road and wind noise is bothersome."

"The seats are uncomfortable, especially on extended drives."

"The seats are well cushioned - even the third row. The car is pretty noisy though. It is not well insulated from road or wind noise. The ride is smooth in terms of the suspension."

"Seat comfort excellent. Road noise equivalent to other vehicles operated."

"All good. Comfortable solid ride."

"Our van was very comfortable New and now after 12 years and 176000 miles it is still very comfortable. This past year we've noticed a slight increase in road noise, but we still can carry on conversations from the front seat to the 2nd & 3rd row seats with ease, no shouting needed. Seats are still comfortable, we have taken care of it, but do have grandkids since new, leather still looks new. Love it!"

"Seats are quite comfortable for shorter rides. Car rides very smoothly and quietly for its size."

"very solid and comfortable ride"

"Seats are extremely comfortable. We have taken many trips across the country and have been very please with the comfort and ride of this vehicle."

"Very comfortable and roomy ride."

"Seals are weakening, making driving nosier than used to be; front passenger heated seat doesn't always seem to work. and the power sliding doors have been a NIGHTMARE. Have had it in the shop 6+times for the SAME problem in under 2 YEARS!!"

"For its age, and for the duration that we have owned it, our Sienna has been VERY comfortable in every way."

"Too much road noise comes into the vehicle."

"Great leather seats. Back seats can be adjusted to allow for access to the two seats further back."

"very comfortable, ride, driving, clear views"

"The car has become extremely loud this past year. The heat shield is rattling and the mechanic says it can't be fixed. The brakes have started squealing even though they are not worn out. It is annoying and embarrassing to drive this car, I feel like it is going to fall apart and I was really hoping to drive it till 200,000 miles."

"The Sienna rides very smoothly, even at high speeds, and handles great. Seats are comfortable and have lumbar support."

"Exceptional seat comfort and ride. Very comfortable on a long trip. Easy to reach packed items. Easy to get in and out."

"smooth ride, quiet and roomy interior, comfortable seats"

"adjustable lumbar support is great as each driver can adjust to their liking. Rear air conditioner failed after 6 years. Repair is too expensive."

"The a/c stinks! The car takes forever to get cool. I know we are in the south where it gets really hot and humid, but this a/c is very slow to get cool. I have had the shop look at it and they say nothing is wrong with it."

"Best seats and driving position in any car I have owned. VERY quiet and smooth."

"Super comfy"

"ride ,comfort seating is great"

"Navigation system is not user friendly. Some types of tires can make the interior very noisy."

"Very comfortable seats after 11 yrs."

"I love my Sienna. This is my second Sienna. I plan to buy another one when necessary. My only complaints are that the seats could be much more comfortable, and the noise could be reduced."

"Good driving position. Excellent climate control. Amazing turning radius makes it easy to navigate tight spaces."

"After over 10 years, it remains a very quiet and comfortable-riding vehicle - better than many newer cars. The front seats are very comfortable, so it is excellent for long trips."

"seats, versatility of interior, reliable"

"comfortable heated seats with lumbar support. however, the DVD player rattles and is annoying"

"I have long legs, and the multi-point seat adjustment is ideal. I can also change it on long trips to minimize fatigue."

"We really like the number of seats(8)"

"Does a very poor job of limiting road noise"

"Really good and adjustable as I drive"

"One or more welds in driver door have broken. Door makes cracking sound when opened or closed. Toyota will do nothing about it even though it is a quality issue."

"leg room, lumbar support, flexibility of seating (collapse for cargo room)"

"Works well, quiet"

"Quite a lot of wind noise at highway speeds."

"Quiet, comfortable, roomy"

"Heating elements in drive seat not fitted properly and uncomfortable to sit on. Expensive to fix."

"Climate control is the weakest point of the vehicle. In particular, I find the labeling above the fan control misleading, and I hate that to change the temperature from one extreme to the other takes forever."

"Seats are comfortable even without a great deal of lateral support, the ride is soft and smooth and the transmission shifts smoothly. Heating and cooling are adequate in winter and summer (-40ºC to +35ºC). It drives like a car and it's very, very smooth in acceleration and transmission shifting, whether up or down."

"seat rail $350 for parts, tiny plastic failure,"

"Road and wind noise is excessive, but tolerable."

"Can adjust to accommodate me. Comfortable ride. Still relatively quiet."

"I had this van now since it was new so I am used to it"

"Heated seats in the winter. Power adjusting driver seat"

"Comfortable seats, good visibility"

"The Sienna is the perfect minivan. The interior is a perfect fit for multiple sizes and is highly adjustable."

"It has comfortable seats and is very close to driving a car while having the carrying capabilities that a van offers. It is noisier than the latest models, especially in rain. I think Toyota has improved the noise insulation in the last 13 years."

"Despite being a gas-hog the reason we keep a 13 year old vehicle is the extraordinary comfort of the seating. The seats are like sitting in a comfortable chair. The ride is also very comfortable."

"Very comfortable. Like sitting on a livving room sofa to drive."

"goodexcelleration,quiet, best vehicle I have ever had"

"AFTER the auto back door opener recall expired, it began to fail. Now we cannot get the back doors open, even manually, even by a very strong person."

"It rides smoother than some SUV's."

"I chose the particular model Sienna because its seat offered back support while different model did not. Back support is till okay."

"Quiet comfortable ride."

"LE upgrade with leather seats and other options. Very comfortable on long trips and very supportive. Overall very quiet, which I miss in noisy Prius V. Ride for large vehicle very good and have found it responsive in emergency situations"

"The seats are very comfortable. The outside noise is pretty loud, which is annoying when listening to an audiobook. The ride is just fine."

"quiet smooth ride, good handling, riding high with large windows and wind shield, great viewing"

"Road and engine noise is fairly well suppressed, rendering the cabin with good quietness. Ride is supple, but not nimble (cornering feels kludgy)."

"Very quiet, good visibility for driver"

"the comfort is horrible. a 4 hour trip is torture. very uncomfortable"

"Road noise should be less"

"Noisy, but otherwise one of the best vehicles I've owned in 50 years"

"Extremely versatile interior. Can haul people, large items, and easy to camp in."

"I enjoy travelling in the Sienna. I like being up higher. As it gets older, the vane is not as quiet."

"Very comfortable for long drives. I have long legs and back problems. Ability to control seat positions, slope, lumbar support essential."

"Very comfortable, low noise"

"Comfortable ride and vey roomy"

"BOTH front seats should be electric and adjustable on cloth seats."

"Pleasure to drive, Handles like a car. Driver’s seat is high for good visibility."

"The seats are comfortable in the front, less so in the back, but the versatility (removal for cargo, and adding back) makes up for it."

"The car is easy to drive and sits high enough to see over most automobiles. The seats are comfortable. Additionally, the storage area is unusually large and luggage does not infringe on passenger space. Noise level is high, however, and that has been a problem with Toyota minivans for years."

"Very comfortable front seats for "all day" driving"

"This car is really comfortable. The seats fit me very well and the car gives a great ride. The only complaint is that there is a fair amount of road noise at hi-way speeds"

"We have driven all over the US with this van sometimes up to 24 hours straight and the seat comfort is very good as is the ride comfort."

"For a 13 yr. old vehicle it is still very comfortable and quiet. It has a good and steady ride. We love this van!"

"For a minivan, the seats are comfortable and have multiple adjustments. Leather has held up very well - still looks like new. The ride isn't as good as the Fusion, but still acceptable for a minivan. It is generally quiet on the road."

"Seats are the best. I’ve driven others, no comparison."

"Retains comfort level of when we purchased it. Relatively quiet and comfortable"

"Excellent seat support"

"Side doors don’t function properly"

"Still rides fairly quietly and comfortably after 13 years. Seats still very supportive."

"Very comfortable front seats. Still rides very well, even in comparison with much newer cars."

"leather seats are very comfortable and take wear and tear very well. Noise level is moderate but acceptable."

"Car still running after 12 years. Cost a bit more up front but worth it as reliable despite many years."

"It is far and away the best vehicle I've ever owned!"

"Sienna is likely the best value in a mini-van based on conversations/comparisons with other owners. Trouble-free driving experience in all situations, and very comfortable and stress-free driving, particularly on long highway trips. Experienced some problems with steering and wheel bushings but nothing unusual. Sliding door problems were frequent. Great hauler for all kinds of large items, although not as powerful (torque ratio) as previously owned 4 cyl. Previa. Quite happy with purchase. Likel..."

"The quality was well worth the extra cost. I had a newer dodge mini van for work and it was underpowered and made poorly."

"Dollar for dollar probably the best vehicle i've ever owned. Have had little to no problems, done routine maintenance or replaced parts due to normal wear and tear. Highly reliable!"

"Very Utilitarian for very long trips ( I.E. cubby holes ,map pockets, beverage holders, arm rests , seat recliners, centre console , cruise control, 12v plug-ins for coolers/mini-fridges ,coin holders, dual glovebox compartements )"

"We bought it for all the grand kids to travel with us and it worked out fine. Now they are much older so we will be looking for a smaller SUV,"

"Early on it went through a couple sets of rear brakes, but in the past 10 years it has been trouble-free. Give it ethanol-free gas and you can get 30 mpg on the open road. (That drops to 27 with 10% ethanol gas.) Carries whole sheets of plywood, or a whole lot of whatever you want."

"work horse. Has held up well."

"still running and is great on snow"

"I brought my 2005 Sienna new and have not had a single problem with my vehicle except for the hinges on the front drivers door, and I really don't keep it maintained like I suppose to."

"The reliability of this vehicle has been the best o have ever experienced. At 13 years old and running well with only expected upkeep, it is a fantastic value"

"12 years old and only minor repairs. Always gets me where I want to go."

"186,000 miles. very few problems"

"Major problems with sliding doors. Both have broken; left side has broken twice."

"This car has almost 200,000 miles on it and we have never had a major repair. Just maintenance. It has been a great purchase."

"low repair, flexible usage for cargo or seating, better mileage than most trucks."

"do the maintance according to the manual"

"We had a 1995 Previa previously and it had 330,000 miles on it when we donated it. It never had any problems other than normal maintenance. Plus, when we got the Sienna a person at the Toyota dealership said don't expect this one to last that long. Then when we have several large repairs (over $1,000) I gave up on the Sienna as being the usual Toyota quality we were accustomed to."

"The original battery lasted 11 years-240,000 miles! Just replaced it and was shocked to realize it was the original. Best handling, turn ratio, and overall driving comfort for its class. This has been the most dependable car I've ever owned and I've put over 200,000 miles on it and the engine is still purring."

"The dash has cracks on the left side and has a newer small crack on the front left side. Company has delayed for over a year now in repairing it, even though we returned info they sent us. That's not good business."

"Vehicle has been dependable and worth the price, although I had to pay $500 extra to get the color my wife wanted."

"The Toyota Sienna 2005 has been a very nice and reliable (even at 25500 miles) vehicle. We have only done regular maintenance and have not had any major problems. I highly recommend this vehicle!"

"BEST I EVER HAD"

"Excellent all around car with many features you do not expect."

"No major repairs required"

"This minivan is now over 11 years old and it has been highly reliable (every feature is still operational) and it still looks very good. The only appearance issue is the poor paint used on 2005 alloy wheels."

"This is my all time best car. It has never left me stranded. It is very comfortable. The only disappointment was having the DVD fail. The radio still works. I have 3 hunt test dogs and this car is regularly in fields and going down dirt roads. It's a workhorse."

"Had vehicle from new in 2005, relatively few repairs, other than timing belt failure and radiator now needing replacement."

"The car still drives reliably well after 102k and 11 years of constant driving. Even with recent issue with the rack and pinion steering column needing to be replaced, it's an excellent value."

"reliable, over 200000 miles"

"This car is amazing. Never garaged, Maine, NH, Mass, Conn. roads, 369000 miles and no rust. The rear diff had some rust but the body, NONE. The U-Haul trailer hitch rusted and broke requiring replacement at 300000 miles (warrantee) and mechanic could not believe how good the body and interior was. I would still be driving it but the motor died. I felt the $5000 for a new motor was better spent on a new vehicle."

"This van has held up well with four children. They also learned to drive in this vehicle. Repairs have been normal maintenance."

"The minivan has worked well on many trips over the last 13 years with very few problems in all kinds of weather and road conditions and is still working well."

"Great value. I have had it for 13 years and it still runs well while costing me nothing other than recommended maintainance."

"Car has been very reliable overall and has lasted much longer than we expected."

"Carries all of equipment for athletic activities, yet can be converted to easily carry seven people. Little spent on major repairs over the time of ownership"

"A lot of problems over the 14 years. Only about 85000 miles, but getting rid of soon. Uncharacteristically lot of problems for a Toyota. Expensive costs to fix over time: cruise control, noise, braking, doors sticking, leaking tires/wheels (all 4), slow leak A/C."

"It’s going strong after 13 years and 188K miles"

"Got a lot of family use from the van, kid car pools, scouting trips, family travel, moving furniture. My wife loves the van, ride and height."

"The 2005 Toyota Sienna should have been totaled in 2009 after it collided with other vehicle, prior to the 2009 accident, we had no problems with the Sienna. The air conditioning system, sound system and front and tire splash guard have to be replaced."

"Old car is still dependable."

"11 years and nothing much has broken. Gets the job done."

"We have used this minivan for numerous tasks including everyday transportation, 6 passenger rides, hauling 4 ft. by 8 ft. material, easy transport of bicycles and even fitting two kayaks inside (this does require removal of one of the second row seats). It has been extremely reliable over the past 13 years, still looks great and every feature still works fine. Although it lacks some of the latest safety features we are saving hundreds of dollars every month by continuing to use a reliable vehicle that meets all our needs."

"13 years, no serious problems. Really reliable"

"This has been a great car. I would like to get another Sienna in the future."

"As an overall package, this vehicle provides excellent value I remain very satisfied. Not bad for 13 years of use."

"Who can argue value on a 14 year old car that still drive well."

"The total passenger capacity was what I was looking for with a fairly good mpg. It has fairly good power and has been a very good reliability."

"Very little issues with the vehicle. Only requires oil change and tires"

"After 13 years, my 2005 Toyota Sienna XLE/AWD continues to be extremely reliable, comfortable, and practical. I have had no problems beyond the expected servicing needs. The XLE features and its versatility contribute to my satisfaction. Besides carrying passengers, I have trailered a sailboat, carried home improvement materials and even a 10’ kayak inside. Trust and satisfaction with my local Toyota service department contributes to my satisfaction and desire to keep my Toyota Sienna XLE/AWD at least another 3 years."

"We purchased it new in 2005 and it is the AWD version which works well in Minnesota winters. It has needed very little in repairs in the past 13 years and is still in excellent condition."

"been driving the Sienna for 13 years with no problems"

"Great 7 passenger "Taxi" when I need it; easy conversion to a great "truck" where I can lay a 4 by 8 sheetrock flat on floor and close all doors."

"I have had this car for 13 years and it still runs very well. It is big enough to take several people and can still do long distance trips, as we did recently."

"Lots more room than it appears to have and is quite zippy."

"I have owned many car brands...chevy, buick, honda, Toyota, dodge over the years. The Toyota sienna has been the most amazingly stable vehicle. we bought this vehicle new in 2005 and often consider upgrading to just get more "bells and whistle" that weren't available in 2005 but this car has required very little care other than oil changes and new tires over the years. Best investment we have ever made."

"very comfortable all around and a feelingof safety"