Toyota Sienna Tires: Choosing the Best Option

Sandy B
Dec 9, 2020

Your Toyota Sienna gets you around in style and with ample reliability. To keep up on that reliability, though, you need to change out the tires from time to time. When it comes to the Toyota Sienna, the best tires are those that fit your driving style and needs.

What are the best tires for a 2020 Toyota Sienna?

A range of tires is available on the market, but not all are right for you. Sometimes, spending more on tires doesn’t make them any better or more reliable. Choosing the best tires for your Toyota Sienna means knowing your options well. Here’s the insight you need.

Best Tires for the 2020 Toyota Sienna

2020 Toyota Sienna Front-Left Tire Closeup

Toyota Sienna minivans require solid tires that can handle your precious cargo as well as the conditions in your area. Here are some recommendations to consider.

Touring – $207.99/Tire

Touring tires are a solid option for many reasons, especially in areas where you want tires that can handle most wet and dry road conditions with ease. Touring tires are designed to improve overall performance on the road while maintaining a comfortable feel.

Choose all-season touring tires for those who live in an area with ample moisture and snow. They are not the best option for snow, but they do a decent job overall. They are also a good option for those who are on the freeway or otherwise traveling at high speeds routinely.

Touring tires tend to be a good option for sedans, but they are okay for minivans as well. They can improve handling due to their asymmetrical tread pattern. Yet, there are a lot of quality options here. Really compare brands to ensure you’re buying the right version.

Customers make it clear the higher quality touring tires are a good option. They also note these tires can last them for years without needing much attention. It all comes down to the quality you buy – and that doesn’t mean spending more equates to the best option.

Performance – $170.99/Tire

Performance tires improve handling and overall comfort, and they tend to cost significantly less than touring tires. For the Toyota Sienna, they are a solid option overall because they do well in wet and dry conditions. They offer fair winter traction, too.

Performance tires for the Sienna are available in several styles, including ultra-high performance all-season, which are one of the best overall options because they add improved winter traction. These are also better suited for day-to-day use because the tread lasts longer.

Performance tires range in terms of quality, but purchasing a mid-price range option tends to be best. There’s no benefit to putting performance SUV or street performance tires on these cars, but you can go with a higher quality grip in the summer variety (not beneficial for winter use).

Customers report performance tires add styling (which they can, depending on what you buy) but also a sporty feel. They also are a reliable tire and offer good wear. Some note they are also the best choice because they are more affordable.

All-Terrain – $181.99/Tire

Now, all-terrain tires may not seem like the right option for your minivan-driving needs, but there are some situations where these work well. This type of tire provides a firmer ride, and, while they are louder, they work well on paved surfaces and unpaved surfaces.

If you operate your vehicle on a long gravel drive or on dirt roads, all-terrain is a must. If your Toyota Sienna has the ability to handle some off-roading, then this may also be a good option, especially if you are towing something behind the car.

In terms of overall performance in the winter, the all-terrain tires are not going to do as well as some others, but they are a decent option. The wear life ranges widely based on the specific brand you buy (we recommend a mid-range or better all-terrain tire).

There are customers who use all-terrain tires on their Sienna because of the improved stability and comfort. They have a wider design, which creates more of an even feel. Slapping these on does not automatically lead to off-roading capabilities, though.

Winter/Snow – $158.99/Tire

One upgrade worth making is to install winter tires if you live in an area with significant ice and snow. They do an excellent job even before the plow trucks come down the road by pushing and separating the compacted snow. This allows the tire to get closer to the pavement, improving performance.

Winter tires are good for ice traction and slush, too. They are able to grip better, resulting in more of an ability to hold onto the surface to prevent you from fish-tailing or dropping into the ditch on the side of the road. Keep in mind that winter tires may not be ideal outside of this season.

Studded tires are not recommended unless you are driving on compacted snow a lot of the time (and they are illegal in some areas). However, performance winter or snow tires are a good option. They are better in going between wet and dry conditions with ease.

If you operate your Sienna in the snow, then you’ll want to consider snow tires. Customers report they get a lot better traction especially since the Sienna is a lower-to-the-ground vehicle compared to an SUV or truck. Some report a good life span for these vehicles, too.

People Also Ask

Do you have questions about the Toyota Sienna best tires? Here are some answers to common tire questions.

Does the 2020 Toyota Sienna come with a spare tire?

Yes, the 2020 Toyota Sienna comes with a spare tire. This is a tire that’s smaller than the normal tire. They are meant to be used for only a small number of miles to get you in for a repair. Do not drive on them in snow, wet conditions, or for very long.

All trim levels have a spare tire, in case you have to change a tire on your Sienna. The tire is located under the vehicle. You will find it located on the passenger’s side around the mid-section of the car. To get to it, move the front and back seats all the way out of the way.

It’s located behind the passenger’s seat near the second-row. You’ll need to pull away the floor mat here and then remove the covering.

What’s the recommended tire pressure for a 2020 Toyota Sienna?

The tire pressure for the Sienna depends on which trim you have:

  • L: 35 psi front and back
  • LE: 36 psi front and back
  • Limited: 36 psi front and back

How do you reset the tire pressure indicator on a 2020 Toyota Sienna?

To reset the pressure sensor indicator:

  1. Park the car, and turn it off.
  2. Adjust the pressure in each tire to ensure it is within manufacturer’s recommendations.
  3. Turn on the car.
  4. Locate the TPMS reset button located to the left of the steering wheel (it’s in the instrument panel).
  5. Hold this button until the light flashes three times.
  6. Drive the car. It should stay off.
avatar Sandy B
Sandy B. has written for The New York Times, Cleveland Magazine, and many online publications. She long-ago ditched the minivan life for the off-roading Ford Explorer (and hoping to restore a Shelby Mustang!)
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