2008 Toyota Sienna Review: Reliable And Long Lasting Van With Available All-Wheel Drive

Alex Showalter
Aug 4, 2022

The 2008 Toyota Sienna lasts around 300,000 miles with only some minor sliding door and transmission software issues. At $6,367 to $13,171, it’s pricey, but worth the money for an extremely dependable minivan.

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likeFilled The Good
The V6 offers excellent power for a van, the all-wheel-drive system works well in the snow and overall build quality is excellent.
dislikeFilled The Bad
The steering feel is floaty and disconnected, the suspension is overly soft and it’s missing some of the latest safety tech found on rivals.

Is the 2008 Toyota Sienna a Good Used Van?

  • Yes, 2008 is a good year for the Sienna. Owners praise the comfortable cabin, dependable engine, and cargo space.
  • Interior quality is better than average with durable and comfortable materials used throughout the cabin, but the technology is a bit outdated compared to rivals.
  • Reliability ratings are excellent. Models from 2007 and newer are all fantastic with fewer complaints than rivals.
  • Performance is better than average for a minivan from the standard V6 engine.
  • The 2008 Sienna is reasonably safe, getting an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in government crash tests, with the lowest score being 4 stars in the front driver side test.
  • Fuel economy is average for a minivan averaging around 19 MPG, which will get owners about 380 miles of range out of the 20 gallon tank.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Ashley S
It's a great vehicle for a family with kids. It is a very roomy vehicle. I love the sliding door especially with having kids.
It's been a great vehicle. It's been very reliable. There is plenty of room for a family of 5. It drives really smoothly. It has great features. I love the sliding door. Love that I can open/ close the doors from my controller and open and close the trunk.
accountCircle Nathan Y
It is reliable. I love to drive it. It is a smooth ride.
It has a nice gps system. It has a sunroof and DVD player. It is spacious.
accountCircle Laura A
It is roomy. There is enough space to carry stuff to the dump or help someone move.
It is a van, which I like, I can haul stuff or take a few people with me when I go somewhere.
accountCircle Anita K
It is very reliable and comfortable. We use it for everyday use as well as traveling as often as we can.
Love that it has stow and go seats that are easy to do with push button controls. Love that it has navigation and a large back up camera. I love that our van has parking sensors on the front and on the back. I wish our van had blind spot indicators.
accountCircle James S
Toyota Sienna: great eight seater for the price.
We have a large family and were looking for an eight seater minivan. We were going back and forth between a Honda odyssey or Toyota Sienna since those were the only two minivans that had eight seater models. We decided to go with the Sienna due to the fact that it was less expensive. It has served us well. No transmission problems so far. Even with irregular oil changes we have had zero engine problems. The only thing that I wish could have been designed differently is the oil filter casing. Parts are reasonably inexpensive and if you do your own labor it keeps maintenance costs down drastically. Overall we've enjoyed our Sienna.
accountCircle Matthew A
Depending on what you're looking for it should cover all the bases.
I like the roominess the van provides. The fold down seats in the back allow for me to transport large items. I dislike that it does not have automatic lights and tailgate.
accountCircle Mary J
It is a dependable vehicle.
Love it because it is roomy and runs well, I dislike that it does not get better gas mileage, I wish it were more sporty. It is a mom car. I like it because I can fit a lot of stuff in it.
accountCircle Patricia D
Very high safety rating on this great minivan.
2008 Toyota sienna le 27, 000 original miles. Original owner. Seats 7 with 4 captains chairs and last row bench seat. Routine maintenance. Tires have 1000 miles on them and they are run flat tires. Beautiful lime Kist color with grey upholstery. Excellent buy available for viewing. Contact owner.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Laur L
Toyota sienna le: a hit or miss car, it all depends on your luck honestly.
Our Toyota sienna le is a good car overall in that it gets us to where we need to go, but it is just kind of an ugly vehicle. Ours is also gray, which does not help that case. The paint gets easily scraped off if merely hit against something (although I am sure that is true of every car). We do have quite a few problems with this car when it comes to performance. For example, the axis completely gave out on the highway one time, leaving us stranded and far from home. And this was right after we purchased it (although it was pre-owned).
accountCircle Liam H
Lots of space but low mileage
It is very big causing the mileage to be terrible. It is nice however If you have people you need to take places or transporting things without needing to use a truck. I would say that it is somewhat reliable though it only lasted for ten years. I would recommend an SUV over this car
accountCircle Madison L
It is very handy if you need space.
I like the space it has. I dislike how bulky it is. It is also very old and does not perform as well as I wish it could.
accountCircle Laura H
Uncomfortable to sit in and drive!
I don't think it is very comfortable to sit in. I don't like how the driver seat is more adjustable than the passenger seat. I don't like how it drives. This vehicle is just okay.
accountCircle Sue T
I have had many things go wrong with my Toyota Sienna so I could never recommend that anyone else buy one.
I really like the size and style of my Toyota Sienna. It is roomy and comfortable. My van has had many things go wrong including the transmission going out after five years. So I question the quality of this vehicle.
accountCircle A R
Maintain it and it will care of you.
It is ok it works and it myself were needs to go on a daily basis. I'd like a newer car but Toyotas are good and this is fine until I am rich.
accountCircle Genevieve W
The seatbelts always get stuck and it's close to impossible to change the actual size of the belts.
The seatbelts never work, I had to make several major repairs before it was even 5 years old. I constantly has recalls.
accountCircle Marcelo F
Toyota, a family friendly brand.
The vehicle that I own is very reliable. If any kind of mishap happens to my vehicle I know that the parts will be available no matter what. It could be better on gas mileage but I'm not picky. Took me a few years to pay it off, honestly it was a goal of mine to finish. I plan to purchase another vehicle from the Toyota make some time again in the future.

What Do Critics Say About the Toyota Sienna?

  • Consumer Reports says the Sienna is the top-rated minivan of its time, with very high owner satisfaction scores.
  • Edmunds gives the 2008 Sienna a 4.5/5 and praises the powerful V6 engine, but doesn’t like the floaty steering.
  • Kelley Blue Book users rate the Sienna 4.6/5 and enjoy the all-wheel-drive system in the snow, but owners find the interior to be too basic.

What Common Problems Does the 2008 Toyota Sienna Have?

The common problems found on the 2008 Toyota Sienna include sliding door issues, hesitation while downshifting, and premature tire wear. Overall, these problems are fairly minor compared to issues found on other minivans from 2008, and repair costs are similar to rivals.

Automatic sliding door problems are the most widespread issue according to owners at around 65,000 miles. The sliding doors have an issue where they will lock and then not unlock properly. This is caused by a failing door lock actuator, which costs about $180 to replace.

Hesitation, while downshifting, is another issue reported by owners at around 20,000 miles. The main source of the problem is with the transmission control module. Simply resetting the computer usually fixes the problem, and can be done for under $50.

Premature tire wear shows up on a lot of Sienna models in the first 30,000 miles. Poor alignment is usually to blame for tire wear problems. Getting an alignment done costs about $100 to $200 depending on local labor rates.

There are 9 recalls on the 2008 Sienna, which is worse than some other vans from the same year. The most serious recall is for the seat heater electrical wiring, which can cause a fire. Many of the other recalls are for load carrying labels, and not a concern.

How Long Will the 2008 Toyota Sienna Last?

A properly maintained 2008 Toyota Sienna should be able to last around 300,000 miles, which is 100,000 more than rivals like the Chrysler Town & Country. Regular annual maintenance costs are more affordable than average, according to Repair Pal, at $446 per year.

Since most 2008 Sienna models will have over 100,000 miles buyers should be prepared to replace items including the A/C evaporator for $750, sunroof switch costing $120, and the power sliding door switch, which costs $200.

accountCircle Sarah M

It is very reliable, as far as the driving goes. The engine does rattle when it is warming up, but it does not seem to continue the whole time. Also, the automatic door mechanism is dying.

accountCircle Fineias B

Yes, the sienna is very reliable. The only real probably I have had with it is the a/c was leaking. Other than that, it is mechanically great.

accountCircle Mindy P

All old cars have issues but this car has been reliable to a fault. It also protected us in a huge accident where ice smashed our front window into thousands of pieces and we were are safe.

accountCircle Jessica K

It is reliable and handles extreme cold fairly well. Where we live we often see temperatures below zero in the winter on a regular basis. We have never had any issues with the car starting and running. The only problem we have had with this car is that the brakes have to be changed about every six months because of the type of brakes used on this car.

accountCircle Margaret K

The 2008 Toyota Sienna seems to be a very reliable vehicle to me. I have not encountered any problems as of yet

accountCircle Mi P

Very reliable. About 2 years ago I had a lot of electrical issues but they were related to the handicap conversions and not to the Toyota itself

accountCircle Claire G

Yes it is reliable, no problems but the bad light sensor and the radiator was replaced but in later years. Maybe the tires are starting to cup.

accountCircle Samantha M

Yes very reliable. I had no problems with the sienna yet. I have had it 3 years. The only thing is I think my tire pressure sensor is going out but again it has 222000 miles on it and it is 11 years old.

How Much Is the 2008 Toyota Sienna Worth?

Blue book values range from $6,367 to $13,171, making the Sienna about $1,000 more expensive than a Dodge Grand Caravan or Kia Sedona. When new, the price range was $24,440 to $37,765. Depreciation is better than average, only losing 8% of its current value per year.

What are the Different Models of the Toyota Sienna?

The 2008 Toyota Sienna comes in four different models and is offered with either front-wheel-drive or all-wheel drive. The second generation of the Toyota Sienna was introduced in 2004 and replaced in 2011.

CE is the entry-level model with:

  • 16-Inch Steel Wheels
  • Cloth Seating
  • Power Windows & Locks
  • Front & Rear Air Conditioning
  • 6-Speaker AM/FM/CD Stereo

LE is a step up adding:

  • 16-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels
  • Privacy Tinted Glass
  • Roof Rack
  • Steering-Wheel Mounted Stereo Controls
  • Cruise Control

XLE is next in the lineup, and adds:

  • 17-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels
  • Power Sliding Doors
  • Tri-zone Climate Control
  • Wood Interior Trim
  • Power Tailgate

XLE Limited is the flagship model and has:

  • Unique 17-Inch Wheels
  • Leather Seating
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 10-Speaker JBL Stereo System
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What Engines Come In the Toyota Sienna?

The engine found in the 2008 Toyota Sienna is a powerful 3.5L V6 which makes 266 horsepower and gets up to 19 MPG combined. Performance is good for a van, taking 7.8 seconds to go from 0-60 MPH.

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How Big Is the Toyota Sienna?

The 2008 Toyota Sienna is an average-sized minivan, similar in size to the Nissan Quest and Hyundai Entourage. Passenger room is excellent in all three rows, and easily fits adults with plenty of legroom.

Cargo space is phenomenal and the Toyota Sienna can easily fit 6-8 suitcases behind the third row, and over 15 when all the seats are folded flat.

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How Does the Toyota Sienna Compare to the Competition?

The Toyota Sienna is one of the best minivans available for the 2008 model year, offering more powerful engines and lower ownership costs.

The Honda Odyssey is a popular rival offered in the same price range. Technology is a bit more up to date in the Honda Odyssey, but the Toyota Sienna scores better in reliability. We recommend the Toyota Sienna since they last a bit longer, but both are outstanding minivans.

The Chrysler Town & Country is another competitor, which costs about $2,000 less. Interior materials are nicer in the Chrysler Town & Country, but the Toyota Sienna has a more powerful engine standard. We recommend the Toyota Sienna since it is a more reliable van.

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Do Owners Recommend the Toyota Sienna?

accountCircle Sarah M

Yes. I really like my sienna. It runs smoothly and reliably. I especially love that it has all wheel drive, most minivans do not, but this one does, which really helps in the winters here.

accountCircle Fineias B

Yes, it is very reliable. The engine is powerful. I love the power doors feature, which is nice with kids. Storing the back seats is also very easy and convenient.

accountCircle Mindy P

Yes, it is exactly why I purchased, durable and long lasting. Over 10 years old and over 120,000 miles.

accountCircle Jessica K

The Toyota sienna is a reliable vehicle that has served us well. It drives well and handles road conditions well. My only issue is that we have to replace the brakes fairly often which is a result of the types of brakes that this car uses. It gets decent gas mileage and is still going strong with 160,000+ miles.

accountCircle Eman H

Yes the 2008 Toyota sienna is a very good vehicle to have and to drive. It has everything I want in a vehicle

accountCircle Jonathan T

Great! Very dependable and comfortable. I've had very few mechanical problems and it's got lots of options to adjust the seat for a very comfortable ride even on long trips. .

accountCircle Angela Z

Yes, good outer body, no parts replaced yet except the radiator, new tires after 149,000 miles, tire pressure light is stuck on, the light sensor is broke but not worth replacing.

accountCircle Mitzi Z

Yes. I have had it for 3 years and I have had no problems. It is easy to change the oil, it drives great, and it fits my family well.

Owner Reviews

accountCircle Maria P on March 28, 2021
Minivans make a great family car!
First of all, it is a nice family car seats 8 people has TV great on gas my girls love it as much as I do. Also being the third owner haven't had any mechanical issues since I have bought my van but needing new tires like every other vehicle. Wouldn't trade my mom in van!
accountCircle Amy W on March 23, 2021
Great for growing families
This van has so much space! We've often lowered the back seats and removed the captains chairs to fit a couch, full sheets of plywood, and other big items for our home. We love that our car seats feel secure when they are strapped in. Even though we bought an older model, it's been a very reliable vehicle and I would definitely recommend it for a growing family.
accountCircle Christy S on March 16, 2021
It drives very smooth and I get great gas mileage.
I love the room that my minivan has for accommodating 8 people into the vehicle. The trunk has plenty of room for luggage as well. The only dislike is there should be more plugs throughout for electronic devices and it could be wider so when you have 8 people it is not so cramming.
accountCircle Mary J on March 15, 2021
It is a dependable vehicle.
Love it because it is roomy and runs well, I dislike that it does not get better gas mileage, I wish it were more sporty. It is a mom car. I like it because I can fit a lot of stuff in it.
accountCircle Dianne B on March 10, 2021
The Toyota van is a great family vehicle. I have loved driving it.
I love most everything about my van but the passenger seats don't fold back as far as I want them. I like the seat warmers. Another feature I like is the automatic door openers. It doesn't have many blind spots. I also like the space it offers. The heater very powerfully.
accountCircle Jessica F on February 25, 2021
Lots of room to carry people and all their stuff.
I Love the amount of space. I can hold 7 people and I have luggage, coolers, chairs etc in the back. The stow and go seats are a huge convince that I wouldn't be able to function without. 3 disk CD player is good. GPS is very out of date and often shows that we are driving on grass.
accountCircle Lois K on February 25, 2021
You too can own a Minivan that rocks!
I have owned my minivan for 11 years and I still love it! Granted it doesn't have the same pick-up and response time as when I first brought it home, but it has been the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. I get it checked out every 3k miles and have never had anything major go wrong. The only thing that has been a huge disappointment is that the cable for the sliding back doors have both broken within the last 2 years. Luckily I was able to cut the cable so that you can manually open and close the door. The comfort has also lasted all these years. In the past 11 years we have gone from having 4 young children, to driving teammates to baseball and soccer games and carting girl scout troop to meetings. The additional middle seat has been great added feature. The stereo is still AMAZING! Great speakers and sound.
accountCircle Leslie R on February 19, 2021
My Sienna is like an old friend
I really like my Sienna. It's the second one I have owned and would buy it again. It has proven to be fairly low maintenance' I have regular oil changes and of course must replace brakes and tires periodically. I love the fold down 3rd row. It's much easier than having to remove them. It rides very comfortably and is great to take on longer trips.
accountCircle Micaela L on February 8, 2021
Great to drive.It rides very smoothly and is easy to load kids in and out of. Overall family friendly
I like that it has 8 seats to fit my whole family. It has Cargo room and is well thought out with Extras like cup holders etc. I like the V6 engine.
accountCircle Karen M on February 6, 2021
Great vehicles for families with children and families that love to travel!
I love the space that I have. My kids can all sit separately and have plenty of leg space. I don't like the fuel economy! Wish I could have something that got more miles to the gallon
accountCircle Megan G on January 25, 2021
Great Van! Keeps on going...
I love the flexibility of our minivan! I wish we had purchased a higher trim level that included an automatic open/close liftgate as well as automatic rear doors on both sides instead of just one side. I love the cargo space. Aside from expected maintenance, there have been very few issues with our vehicle.
accountCircle Robin N on January 15, 2021
Need to know about fuel pump issue
Very comfortable and well accommodating for 4 kids and 2 adults. Has video system which is nice with kids. Pretty reliable, however, this model and year has an issue with the fuel pump. We have had to replace it in order to feel safe about driving the vehicle.
accountCircle Patricia D on January 15, 2021
Very high safety rating on this great minivan.
2008 Toyota sienna le 27, 000 original miles. Original owner. Seats 7 with 4 captains chairs and last row bench seat. Routine maintenance. Tires have 1000 miles on them and they are run flat tires. Beautiful lime Kist color with grey upholstery. Excellent buy available for viewing. Contact owner.
accountCircle Nancy Griffin on January 11, 2021
Very reliable
Got mine as used with 60,000 on it. It's now over 311,000 and still going strong. Never had a major problem. Mainly brakes and tires as I put a lot of highway miles on it. The only thing that drives me a little crazy is when I have to do core packs. Those get expensive when the check engine comes on. But I laugh when people say that they will buy it for trade in. With the milage!! I want to see how far it will go! Love it. And space, plenty as I've used this car for moving multiple people and myself. If I ever have to replace it, it's going to be another sienna van.
accountCircle Dipper P on January 8, 2021
The car shakes if you go over 100 mph.
My 2008 Toyota sienna really makes driving fun. My friends like to put some movies in the DVD player when we go on road trips. The sliding doors are one of a kind when the doors slide open it makes an assuring sound letting you know the door is locked. The Toyota sienna has a amazing steering wheel. The nice leather makes a nice grip if you are on a highway. The second best feature is the armrest built in so you can push it down if your arm is getting tired. The final best feature is the cup holders and tray. The tray provides a nice place to put fast food or your wallet and phone the cup holders can hold the drinks from your fast food. This is why you should buy a Toyota sienna.
accountCircle Dana S on January 3, 2021
Others should know that I drive a minivan and I'm proud of it!
I like that it fits my whole family plus a guest. It's comfortable, roomy and reliable. We can fit bikes in the back. I would like a newer model.
accountCircle Angie K on December 29, 2020
The car is very reliable transport, low maintenance and care.
Has the room I need and has been reliable and easy to drive.
accountCircle Leigh A on December 24, 2020
Lots of space and storage.
The sienna van provides plenty of space for the whole family. It has lots of cup holders and storage spaces. It drives smooth and quiet. The van has automatic sliding side door. The sliding doors and the back door has a quiet close feature that also ensures the door closes all of the way. It has a 6 disc CD changer along with the aux plug outlet. The back seat folds down in two sections so that you can add more space. The middle seats come out completely if needed. All seats recline.
accountCircle Christine B on December 19, 2020
Good gas mileage for a pickup truck.
Like the roominess. Sunroof. Smooth ride... Only thing I dislike is the age of the car and the scratches on it..
accountCircle Sarah M on December 16, 2020
Workhorse of a van is great for families.
The Toyota sienna had been very reliable for us. The battery has died a couple times, but I am pretty sure lights hot left on by my kids for a couple days. The only issue I have ever had with it is that sometimes the power doors do not open from pulling on the handles. I have to push one of the buttons.
accountCircle A R on December 10, 2020
Maintain it and it will care of you.
It is ok it works and it myself were needs to go on a daily basis. I'd like a newer car but Toyotas are good and this is fine until I am rich.
accountCircle sarah R on November 29, 2020
I love the ride and the comfort of the van
I love the auto doors. The ride is smooth. There is a great amount of room for my kids and their stuff. The doors are a good size so you can access the van easily.
accountCircle Abigail T on November 23, 2020
It is big and wonderful for your needs.
It is big and there is a lot of space for groups of people. I do not dislike my vehicle, except the very back seat is sometimes uncomfortable to sit in.
accountCircle Jennifer V on November 22, 2020
I've always loved the sliding doors on minivans particular for large families.
The vehicle is very comfortable and has tons of space inside. There is lots of cargo Room in the rear for travel. We have had many problems with the engine, one of our sliding doors is broken and is very expensive to repair, and 1 of our power windows broke.
accountCircle Teresa B on November 20, 2020
It has a lot of room for hauling stuff.
It has lots of room. It is good for long distance travelling. Can put seats down and haul lots of stuff.
accountCircle Erica O on November 20, 2020
Best seats in an older van for sure!
It's the car that keeps going. Very comfortable. I really like the seat features. The middle row seats are 3 separate seats that can be taken out. They middle and back seats can easily be laid down. Lots of storage pockets all around. We have a little trouble with air in the middle, but the front and back vents make up for the middle ones.
accountCircle Lydia L on November 18, 2020
It is very dependable and can transport others.
I like the size of the van. It has a lot of room for people and luggage. It rides comfortably and is good on gas for the amount of driving I do. I haven't had a lot of problems with the vehicle other than maintenance.
accountCircle Laur L on November 15, 2020
Toyota sienna le: a hit or miss car, it all depends on your luck honestly.
Our Toyota sienna le is a good car overall in that it gets us to where we need to go, but it is just kind of an ugly vehicle. Ours is also gray, which does not help that case. The paint gets easily scraped off if merely hit against something (although I am sure that is true of every car). We do have quite a few problems with this car when it comes to performance. For example, the axis completely gave out on the highway one time, leaving us stranded and far from home. And this was right after we purchased it (although it was pre-owned).
accountCircle Nathan Y on November 14, 2020
It is reliable. I love to drive it. It is a smooth ride.
It has a nice gps system. It has a sunroof and DVD player. It is spacious.
accountCircle Martha R on November 5, 2020
Great vehicle for the whole family.
The Toyota Sienna has been a great vehicle for our large family. It has been a very reliable vehicle. We have had no major issues with the vehicle. We love the leather interior, especially with kids. The heated seats are also a nice feature. We would gladly purchase another one.
accountCircle Alex Z on October 30, 2020
It is extremely useful but compared to some other cars, it does not accelerate as fast.
The Toyota Sienna is a very useful car that is also very durable. The seats are very comfortable and it has lots of storage room.
accountCircle Vicky C on October 28, 2020
Very enjoyable vehicle to drive and ride in comfortably.
The sienna has a lot of "trunk" space. I especially like that the seats lay down to provide room for transporting things. It has enough seats for driving grandchildren around town. It has a smooth ride, very comfortable. We have had no problems. My only complaint is when we purchased the. Vehicle used, it had no spare tire. An obviously easily corrected problem.
accountCircle Andrew K on October 21, 2020
It is reliable and very roomy.
Car has been very reliable. I have just done general maintenance and fix something broken by a stray rock.
accountCircle Kenny M on October 6, 2020
The Sienna is very big, comfy, and efficient on gas economy.
The Toyota Sienna is very efficient on gas for the things I do on it. Very spacious. It also have better viewing angles than any other car I have been in. The car is very comfy and can fit up to 7 people with extra space for luggage or groceries in the back. I love it.
accountCircle Kat H on October 5, 2020
Great van, lots and lots of room!
I haven't had any problems really. It is comfortable, a smooth ride. Starts everyday unless I leave the lights on by accident!! Gas mileage is pretty good for a van. The seats fold down easily in both the back and the middle. It is roomy so I can move my kids back and forth to college.
accountCircle Mike M on October 1, 2020
I sure do love my Toyota van
Great vehicle, sturdy ,reliable. It has lots of space. The only thing I don't like is the automatic sliding doors, to problematic
accountCircle John T on September 29, 2020
It's used to transport loads of people and that I use to also road trips
I like it because it has lasted a long time, and it has quality mechanics
accountCircle Cassie B on September 9, 2020
It runs reliably and gets great gas mileage, but has other minor issues.
My van has run very reliably and I haven't had many issues with necessary parts. However, I've had a lot of issues with comfort/luxury features. The locking mechanism on the tailgate sticks and won't open sometimes. My A.C. Won't work and no one can figure it out.
accountCircle Laura V on September 5, 2020
That it is a great, multi-purpose vehicle that functions efficiently and with style.
I like the fact that, as a minivan, my vehicle is much roomier than a car and allows me to transport larger pieces of furniture without the bulk of one of the larger SUV or truck models. My van also has a great balance of comfort and utility - the seats are comfortable and there are lots of convenient compartments, and my valuable space isn't consumed by unnecessary bells and whistles.
accountCircle Evelyn K on August 11, 2020
Spacious car for many uses.
It is a good and comfortable family car which takes me everywhere. The only thing I don't like is the parking, the back door is also heavy for me to lift. This vehicle has a lot of room space and I use it to transport my crafts to my fairs. I have also used it to pick up a new sofa and many other pieces of furniture.
accountCircle Kris A on August 11, 2020
Review of Toyota Sienna by mom of 3
While my Sienna is no luxury car, it has been a workhorse for us. We attached a hitch to it in order to be able to haul stuff around. It has been incredibly reliable, I don't think we've ever had an issue with it. I would wholeheartedly recommend my van to anyone looking around for a reliable family van. I am a big fan of it.
accountCircle Dorothy R on August 2, 2020
Dependable lots of room a van plenty of seating, used for distanced driving
Needs some work had it for 6 yrs , dependable , drives well needs new AC
accountCircle Chris M on July 27, 2020
Sienna Minivans are the best
We've had this minivan since 2008. Bought it brand new. Currently we have 145,000 miles on it. We've kept up with the maintenance. Nothing major has broken other than the radiator. Shocks and struts will be needed next. We plan on buying another one in the near future.
accountCircle M S on July 26, 2020
My minivan is reliable. If you take care of your vehicle, it will take care of you.
I like that my Toyota is reliable. It's in good shape for 10 years old. It can fit 6 people comfortably. I really don't have any complaints about it.
accountCircle Kelly H on July 26, 2020
It is a good quality car that runs well.
Does not have automatic sliding door but other than that is a great car. This is our second one, will buy another when this one dies.
accountCircle Andrew P on July 20, 2020
Reliability and comfortability.
Spacious, comfortable and reliable. The vehicle has great power vs the Honda Odyssey and cargo and the seating are very comfortable.
accountCircle Stuart L on July 16, 2020
Toyota's are very reliable.
I like the fact that it can carry kids to practices. It can haul large objects. Doesn't have street creed though! It should get at least 200k miles if cared for. It is a great family car and continues to be of use after you family has grown.
accountCircle Emily G on July 12, 2020
Great quality for the price.
I have never had a problem with my car. It runs smoothly and requires few tune-ups. It tends to get good gas mileage, has comfortable seats.
accountCircle Paul Myres on July 11, 2020
Far more refined than the other Vans I have owned
I compare this to other vans I have own Dodge Caravan (Several) Chevrolet Astro Ford E series Concerns The Toyota Sienna is far more refined than all of these vans put together.... However its not without its own quirks.... The oil tubes on the 3.5L engine need to be changed as they have a historical tendency to leak..... The tiny pins on the upper air box cover tend to break off..... The power door tends to fail at the 100k mark due hinge and bearing wear (however this is common on other vans with sliding doors) The front seats are shorter in seat length than the Caravan seats Positives The non-power rear hatch is easier to manipulate compared to the Gran Caravan Its easy to see over the hood due to the large windshield. Toyota mechanical reliability The Tilt wheel also includes telescopic movement The lockouts for windows and doors are all under the control of the driver The windows in the rear doors roll down (no a feature of the caravan through 2007 nor the larger vans. The rear seat is easier to fold up and down than the caravan stow and go. ... The second row seats are not stow and go which means the van floor is a complete sheet metal part and therefore less susceptible to impact damage... The second row seats are removable and able to be bunched together The rear center seat belt can be folded into the ceiling out of the way. It provides more protection than a simple lap belt. The LE console between the front seats is collapsible providing an open space between the seats when needed. There is a child observation mirror in the overhead console. There is more leg room in the Sienna between the 2nd and 3rd row seats when compared to the Grand caravan with Stow and go seating. The engine .... It has enormous power compared to any of the caravans I have ever driven ..... Punch it and it goes .... Its definitely the quickest van I have ever driven It handles curves better than the Grand Caravan .... The Radio controls in the LE are straight foreword, no need to have a Sound Engineering degree in order to operate the radio.... And unlike the Caravan.... Sound controls on the steering wheel are standard with the LE.... The Toyota seems to do better at absorbing wear and tear than my latest Grand Caravan (2007) ... The caravan still runs well but little plastic bits on the rear seats have broken and the headliner is falling down... Parking the Sienna is easy, its does not require as much maneuvering as the Highlander... Its parks like the short caravan... Getting in an out of the Sienna is comparable to the caravan Mirrors and other controls are similar to the Caravan except that Toyota places some switch controls on the lower knee panel .... Which can be annoying. The Sienna has far more personal storage areas than the Caravan ....It even includes a purse hook Hope this helps.... The the quick items I can think of that would support or annoy most drivers deciding to purchase the Sienna over the Caravan .... Never driven the Honda or the Nissan so I cannot provide insight as to how the Sienna compares to those vans.... However compared to the Caravan its the clear winner....
accountCircle Lindsay R on July 11, 2020
Love my 2008 Toyota Sienna
I absolutely love this vehicle. We have owned it for ten years, and with its awesome reliability, we hope to drive it for another ten years. It is comfortable to drive and the cost of ownership has been very low. We have encountered very few problems.
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Alex is an automotive enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in the used car market. He brings a wealth of knowledge to Vehicle History as our Staff Writer and has written hundreds of used car reviews helping buyers make informed purchasing decisions. He is a member of the Automotive Press Association, and keeps up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry. Over the years, he has driven hundreds of cars, working on many of them. His mechanical experience evolved from modifying off-road trucks as a teen to focusing on automotive electrical systems as he got older. He now specializes in reviewing used cars as an automotive journalist. Some of his favorite brands are Toyota and BMW. The Toyota Land Cruiser is one of his favorite vehicles of all time since they’re built to last forever and can go anywhere. One of his current cars is a Lexus LX570, built on the same platform as the 200-series Land Cruiser, but it’s a better value in the used market.