Used 2011 Toyota Sienna Consumer Reviews
Big, Beautiful & Fun to Drive
We just bought this "mini" a week ago and so far haven't found anything we don't like. It is very responsive; finely tuned engine & transmission and grabs the road. It seems especially competent as we still have snow and slush on the road after 3+ feet of snow, with most of it still on the ground over the past two weeks. The cabin features and comfort leave little to be desired. My first tank of gas got us 21+ MPG with a balanced mix if town and highway driving. Our trade-in; a 2005 Prius typically gets 43MPG for the same kind of driving.
First Van
We purchased our van with the premium package. Paid about 3k under MSRP. We were looking for an SUV but found the Sienna to be more practical. It is by far the best looking van on the market. There will be a new Honda Odyssey this year but the pictures online don't impress. Our initial thoughts on the van: Super quiet. Super fun to drive. Great turning radius. Fun options. Options packages are too expensive. Would have went with the limited but the interior styling is over the top.
- XLE 7-Passenger Passenger MinivanMSRP: $7,98555 mi away
- XLE 8-Passenger Passenger MinivanMSRP: $5,50042 mi away
- LE 8-Passenger Passenger MinivanMSRP: $7,99523 mi away
A Decent Minivan
We have 3 kids (12, 10, 9) and turned in an Audi Q7 for the Sienna and the kids could not be happier. SUV's look cool but this car is designed to move people and cargo in comfort with space and amenities. The second row recliners are a treat and storage behind the 3rd row is great in comparison to any SUV beside a Suburban class vehicle. Thus far we are very happy with the minivan except for a few annoying features the XLE seems to be missing.
GREAT van! (XLE with Premium Pckg.)
I have been loving the van -- my first ever. (Swore I'd never buy a minivan.) Had an SUV for past 6 yrs. Bought it online. Buying online is so much easier and you get a better deal with the internet department of a dealership! You can still test drive a vehicle, etc., but don't have the "vultures" (salespeople) to deal with, and aren't stuck at the dealer trying to make a deal. The price is the price, and you can negotiate via email, and make dealers compete for your purchase!
Not a minivan person
I did not want a minivan. I had a 12 year old Tacoma on big tires and I LOVED it. With the upcoming hope of a 2nd child, my husband convinced me to get a minivan. I am a convert - this van is awesome and the convenience factors outweigh any cares I have of what anyone thinks about me because I drive a minivan! This Sienna is a dream to own, a dream to drive, a dream just to go shopping in because all the auto doors are so convenient. It's roomy and comfortable inside, sometimes I ride in the 2nd row seats just because they're so comfy. We've already taken a 4 day road trip with the toddler and dog and it was a great way to travel! The front row passenger seat lays almost flat to sleep in.