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Used 2011 Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Swagger Wagon Rocks!

GatorKeithB, 11/21/2010
Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

We avoided the 'minivan' like none other. But after going to the auto show we narrowed it down to either the Buick Enclave or the Sienna SE. This was as we wanted a car with three rows so as to be able to get back to the kids as well as take the grandparents. We test drove the Sienna SE 'Swagger Wagon' the day after the show, and ending up buying the day after. This is the first minivan that actually turned my head due to styling, and you just can't beat Toyo reliability vs unknown GM reliability (imo). So far, only having it for a week, we are really enjoying it. I love the styling in and out, rides great on the 19" low profile tires, and has tight steering and feel.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Sienna SE is pretty good, but could be better

stratpack, Altoona, PA, 02/12/2011
Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful

we choose the Sienna based on build quality (I work for a Toyota supplier). The reliability seems to be there, but Toyota went cheap on a couple of things. The interior plastics belong on a lowly Kia, they are hard to the touch and I'm guessing will be prone to sqeaking in due time. The sliding doors stick frequently. The van is fun to drive, for a van, the steering is precise and the handling on the SE is probably the most fun of all minivans. The looks are pretty aggressive and hats off to Toyota for putting 19" rims on it, giving the van a sporty stance. Swagger wagon marketing is valid on the SE.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love minvans

Anonymous, 12/08/2010
Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I purchased the SE due to it's awesome looks. Chose the color White. We live in snow county so I was concerned about the 19" low profile performance tires for traction in the snow. Much to my delight this is a tank in the snow even with these very sharp hi-tech tires. What a relief. Same traction as my 08 Odyssey which was quite good. Also had 4 Suburban vehicles prior and traction for the minivan is comparable. Minivans are quite, more room than Suburbans, handle much better, much easier in and out, much better gas mileage. Most guys I know love them but the wives still feel they don't want them yet. I hope this will change. Minivans are the greatest. What a way to Tour. SE is a WOW !!!

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2 out of 5 stars

7 years old, 72,000 miles ext.Transmission is out!

Vicky, Ballwin, MO, 08/13/2018
Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

This was our first Toyota! We were looking for a reliable van one that would last 200,000+ We are 6 weeks out of warranty and the transmission is out! No warning! Just unable to shift into reverse and can't go over 20 mph. Toyota said "Sorry". Three mechanics we have talked to said this is unheard of for Toyota. One transmission guy said he usually only see Toyotas in his shop that over 200,000 miles on them. The transmission repair shop that is fixing it said the transmissions they are putting in the vans are too small. This was the first year for the 6 speed engine so perhaps that is the problem with the smaller transmissions. If you want a Sienna I would look for an older used one! This van also eats tires! This is such a disappointment and so frustration this is why we bought a Toyota so we wouldn't have this problem :(

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3 out of 5 stars
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3.63 out of 5 stars

72,000kms in uncomfortable driver seat

tip4u, 12/26/2012
Toyota Sienna SE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful

I have asked to replace seat with a better one but toyota didn't t have that option.I offered to buy the seat at my expense. Windshield is cheap .middle row is a bad design I am 6ft1" and have trouble lifting the seat out.then the rails are exposed .I would go back to north americian van for comfort. Tires are cheap . Van looks good performance is good . Cargo space and fuel economy are both good. Cabin filter ? Who needs that expense? Chevy bring back a 8 seater with your comfort.

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