2025 Toyota Sienna Review - Better Than Ever, But Still Funky Looking
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Date: 2024-11-10
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Comments and reviews: 20
willwarnock2911
We bought one of these late 2020 so was one of the first of this generation to roll off the assembly line before demand went nuts and dealers weren’t marking anything up. Zero issues, AWD and gets the same fuel economy as the compact car we replaced. This is the most practical vehicle you can buy out there hands down if you want economy and awd as well which none of the competition offers. Never had a need to remove the rear seats but can see how that would be annoying for some that need max cargo space. Who cares if the drivetrain is buzzy under acceleration, minor gripe. I’ve never noticed acceleration being negatively affected at high altitudes and steep grades and I live in the mountains. Toyota needs to find a way to make this a PHEV then this would be the cherry on top. Minivans >> SUVs any day!
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We bought one of these late 2020 so was one of the first of this generation to roll off the assembly line before demand went nuts and dealers weren’t marking anything up. Zero issues, AWD and gets the same fuel economy as the compact car we replaced. This is the most practical vehicle you can buy out there hands down if you want economy and awd as well which none of the competition offers. Never had a need to remove the rear seats but can see how that would be annoying for some that need max cargo space. Who cares if the drivetrain is buzzy under acceleration, minor gripe. I’ve never noticed acceleration being negatively affected at high altitudes and steep grades and I live in the mountains. Toyota needs to find a way to make this a PHEV then this would be the cherry on top. Minivans >> SUVs any day!
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mohawkin
Just purchased the 2025 Platinum. For my tastes it’s the perfect vehicle.
I attend a lot of cycling events across multiple states and, in the Sienna, I can carry 2 bikes standing up plus baggage and supplies. That’s a win! (For context, I own size 56 road bikes)
Extremely comfortable driving position!
I thought the HUD was a gimmick but in real world use, I’m loving it!
Then there’s the MPG’s; 35-40 gives me over 600 miles on a tank of gas. Big win!
The price is lofty, but Travis brought up an excellent point that many SUV’s are at and above that cost with, in my opinion, far less utility.
IMHO, Toyota should make more Siennas than any other model in their lineup
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Just purchased the 2025 Platinum. For my tastes it’s the perfect vehicle.
I attend a lot of cycling events across multiple states and, in the Sienna, I can carry 2 bikes standing up plus baggage and supplies. That’s a win! (For context, I own size 56 road bikes)
Extremely comfortable driving position!
I thought the HUD was a gimmick but in real world use, I’m loving it!
Then there’s the MPG’s; 35-40 gives me over 600 miles on a tank of gas. Big win!
The price is lofty, but Travis brought up an excellent point that many SUV’s are at and above that cost with, in my opinion, far less utility.
IMHO, Toyota should make more Siennas than any other model in their lineup
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james2042
My coworker absolutely despises the existence of the minivan. He's like they're absolutely lifeless to drive, I'd simply rather not drive and true, they are lifeless. But when you realize this is a guy who drove a GTI and it got too boring and traded it in for a Golf R, you get a sense for what he means for a vehicle to have life. But for me, who drives an (older) ES 300h, this is just a really big ES and to that I say rock on I'd pound on the miles in this boat. Most people don't care about handling dynamics outside of being able to handle that one county road at 50mph
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My coworker absolutely despises the existence of the minivan. He's like they're absolutely lifeless to drive, I'd simply rather not drive and true, they are lifeless. But when you realize this is a guy who drove a GTI and it got too boring and traded it in for a Golf R, you get a sense for what he means for a vehicle to have life. But for me, who drives an (older) ES 300h, this is just a really big ES and to that I say rock on I'd pound on the miles in this boat. Most people don't care about handling dynamics outside of being able to handle that one county road at 50mph
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secondmouse9458
That rear bumper looks like it wouldn't protect anything in a slow speed collision, the hatch would come into contact with anything hitting it in the rear because the rear bumper doesn't stick out at all, totally useless for protection. Would help if you would mention how the 4wd works, from what I understand the rear drive is just an electric motor so when the juice from the battery is used up you have no more 4wd, is that true
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That rear bumper looks like it wouldn't protect anything in a slow speed collision, the hatch would come into contact with anything hitting it in the rear because the rear bumper doesn't stick out at all, totally useless for protection. Would help if you would mention how the 4wd works, from what I understand the rear drive is just an electric motor so when the juice from the battery is used up you have no more 4wd, is that true
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yazars
I had been planning on getting a Carnival, but after comparing ownership experiences on the Carnival message boards vs. Sienna, I decided I wouldn't be comfortable with the variety of issues some of the owners were dealing with and the slow responses by dealerships and Kia. The $3000 price increase from 2024 to 2025 decreased its value argument against the Sienna. I'm excited to receive my 2025 Sienna XSE AWD in a few weeks.
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I had been planning on getting a Carnival, but after comparing ownership experiences on the Carnival message boards vs. Sienna, I decided I wouldn't be comfortable with the variety of issues some of the owners were dealing with and the slow responses by dealerships and Kia. The $3000 price increase from 2024 to 2025 decreased its value argument against the Sienna. I'm excited to receive my 2025 Sienna XSE AWD in a few weeks.
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shuyan7830
Bought one last year through a dealership friend with no markup. This is by far the best minivan. MPG and luxury feel takes it over the top. Zero issues and feels great. Power is lower than before on uphill highway passing. Plug in hybrid isn’t possible for those of you asking. Take a look at car care nut underbody review and you will see there’s no space underneath.
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Bought one last year through a dealership friend with no markup. This is by far the best minivan. MPG and luxury feel takes it over the top. Zero issues and feels great. Power is lower than before on uphill highway passing. Plug in hybrid isn’t possible for those of you asking. Take a look at car care nut underbody review and you will see there’s no space underneath.
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tonyle7311
I've had almost got the 25 Sienna platium trim last week after two months of waiting, but i end up didn't get it because it has the mini fridge that took up alot of space for my need, i have tree little kids that that fridge it block the middle walk way when my kids to move around, just keep my 21 limited for now
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I've had almost got the 25 Sienna platium trim last week after two months of waiting, but i end up didn't get it because it has the mini fridge that took up alot of space for my need, i have tree little kids that that fridge it block the middle walk way when my kids to move around, just keep my 21 limited for now
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naveenthemachine
Yeah I’d take the carnival or Pacifica or odyssey every single day. They look better, they’re more comfortable, the carnivals a lot nicer, has more features and unlike the sienna they’re not all overpriced and loaded with markups. Even the cheaper grades of those other vans are nicer than the sienna
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Yeah I’d take the carnival or Pacifica or odyssey every single day. They look better, they’re more comfortable, the carnivals a lot nicer, has more features and unlike the sienna they’re not all overpriced and loaded with markups. Even the cheaper grades of those other vans are nicer than the sienna
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peterscott2662
That thing is hideous. I have no problem with Minivans looking like minivans. Honda Odyssey is fine, normal looking Minivan. This has mutant space fish styling. IIRC this has non foldable, non removable middle seats making it less practical for part time cargo duty.
So last choice to me.
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That thing is hideous. I have no problem with Minivans looking like minivans. Honda Odyssey is fine, normal looking Minivan. This has mutant space fish styling. IIRC this has non foldable, non removable middle seats making it less practical for part time cargo duty.
So last choice to me.
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lc4390
i used the toyota inventory website to find my 2024 platinum in Washington state. i paid msrp and zero dealership add ons. for extended warranty, contact the warranty manager at midwest toyota in kansas for a quote. you dont have to purchase the warranty in the same state you purchased the vehicle.
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i used the toyota inventory website to find my 2024 platinum in Washington state. i paid msrp and zero dealership add ons. for extended warranty, contact the warranty manager at midwest toyota in kansas for a quote. you dont have to purchase the warranty in the same state you purchased the vehicle.
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AdvocateofDarkness
Toyota Sienas in the Houston area have been $5K over sticker or a whole bunch of dealer add ons $5-10K just to get or a wait list. Ended up choosing a Honda Odyssey $4K under msrp instead because I can’t say, even if it is slightly better, it’s worth the price difference.
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Toyota Sienas in the Houston area have been $5K over sticker or a whole bunch of dealer add ons $5-10K just to get or a wait list. Ended up choosing a Honda Odyssey $4K under msrp instead because I can’t say, even if it is slightly better, it’s worth the price difference.
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joec1774
Nice review of a solid vehicle. I still think the Pacifica with a plug is more appealing overall, but the reliability gives me pause.
One question - Alex's voiceover says Sienna to 60 from prior test in 7. 6 seconds, but the screen scores say 8. 4 but still refer to prior test
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Nice review of a solid vehicle. I still think the Pacifica with a plug is more appealing overall, but the reliability gives me pause.
One question - Alex's voiceover says Sienna to 60 from prior test in 7. 6 seconds, but the screen scores say 8. 4 but still refer to prior test
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landshass2849
Unfortunately not all Toyota siennas comes with factory equipped spare tire, front doors smart access. And in some packages and trims it is hard to combine eight passenger configuration with a factory equipped donut spare tire, and all-wheel drive in the same time
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Unfortunately not all Toyota siennas comes with factory equipped spare tire, front doors smart access. And in some packages and trims it is hard to combine eight passenger configuration with a factory equipped donut spare tire, and all-wheel drive in the same time
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TheBlooRayChannel
I've test driven all of the vans in existence today and the Sienna by far is the most comfortable riding vehicle in existence. The others have some nifty features but if comfort is your priority, the Sienna owns this category.
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I've test driven all of the vans in existence today and the Sienna by far is the most comfortable riding vehicle in existence. The others have some nifty features but if comfort is your priority, the Sienna owns this category.
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SimonGonzalOS
The pre refresh Carnival was real competition to this and the Odyssey but now they made the Carnival super ugly in the face like its a rejected character from Finding Nemo
Give me this in XSE format any day over the new Carnival
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The pre refresh Carnival was real competition to this and the Odyssey but now they made the Carnival super ugly in the face like its a rejected character from Finding Nemo
Give me this in XSE format any day over the new Carnival
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TheBMurda
Why does this review basically act like the Odyssey doesn’t exist when it is the top selling minivan to retail customers in the US and is rated the best minivan by automotive journalism review aggregators like USNews
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Why does this review basically act like the Odyssey doesn’t exist when it is the top selling minivan to retail customers in the US and is rated the best minivan by automotive journalism review aggregators like USNews
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EnHacore1
I am the biggest Sienna fan, owned a 2006, and now a 2016 at 250k miles.
But I hate the design, I just don't understand why Toyota is using this design language Any other minivan, looks so much better
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I am the biggest Sienna fan, owned a 2006, and now a 2016 at 250k miles.
But I hate the design, I just don't understand why Toyota is using this design language Any other minivan, looks so much better
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nannuartworks5812
I am sure you can remove the middle seats with the proper tools. I am looking at getting one and turning it into a cargo van for my art biz. I have 3 Toyotas now and love the reliability.
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I am sure you can remove the middle seats with the proper tools. I am looking at getting one and turning it into a cargo van for my art biz. I have 3 Toyotas now and love the reliability.
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krzysztofcwik5347
Sienna needs phev power, a bit wider sliding doors and 3 seats in all trims, the best ones with childsest tilt and on sale also in Europe, Kia Carnival Hybrid also should be on sale on EU
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Sienna needs phev power, a bit wider sliding doors and 3 seats in all trims, the best ones with childsest tilt and on sale also in Europe, Kia Carnival Hybrid also should be on sale on EU
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greengarden9514
Clausterphobic floating console is a show stopper. Move the gear shift forward and delete the floating console. Guess I'll keep my 2014 Sienna where the driver is given MUCH more space.
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Clausterphobic floating console is a show stopper. Move the gear shift forward and delete the floating console. Guess I'll keep my 2014 Sienna where the driver is given MUCH more space.
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