2022 Toyota Sienna

　　

2022 Toyota Sienna Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　Say what you will about minivans, but there's no denying that they're one of the best ways to haul a bunch of people and cargo. Sure, they may not be what some consider sexy, but when you simply need to get things done, their convenience and utility are unmatched. The 2022 Toyota Sienna is one of the newer minivans out there, fresh off a full redesign last year.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Toyota Sienna LE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$106/mo  for Sienna LE 8-Passenger

　　Sienna LE 8-Passenger

　　LE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $35,285 MSRPLE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $37,285 MSRPXLE 8-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) (Most Popular) - $40,575 MSRPXLE 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $40,575 MSRPXLE 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $42,575 MSRPXSE 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $42,825 MSRPXSE 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $43,585 MSRPXLE Woodland Edition 4dr Minivan AWD w/Prod. End 05/22 (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $45,350 MSRPLimited 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $47,525 MSRPLimited 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $49,525 MSRPPlatinum 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $50,725 MSRPPlatinum 7-Passenger 4dr Minivan AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $51,485 MSRP

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　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Compact Minivan

　　For its sophomore year, this generation Sienna gains a new Woodland Edition trim level. It has standard all-wheel drive, which is otherwise an option for the Sienna, plus a few other extra features including a household-style power outlet, a tow hitch and roof rails with crossbars. Toyota also gives the Woodland Edition a slightly higher ride height. The lift is only 0.6 inch, so you're not exactly going to be crawling up rocky trails in this thing, but all the same we give Toyota some credit for introducing an additional Sienna version for those who want it.

　　Otherwise, the Sienna carries on with its very efficient hybrid powertrain and cavernous interior. It's a strong choice among the few other minivans that include the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey and new Kia Carnival. See where the Sienna earns its keep and where it could use some improvement by reading our test team's Expert Rating.

　　

What's it like to live with?

Whether you're hauling equipment for work or kids on the morning carpool, minivans excel at these tasks. That's why we added a Toyota Sienna to the zzdcar long-term test fleet. Over the course of a year, we'll document the advantages, drawbacks and details that only come with ownership. Check out our experiences with our Toyota Sienna Platinum here.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　8.0

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.0/10

　　How does the Sienna drive? The Sienna's hybrid-only powertrain means it's ultra smooth to accelerate but also a lot slower than its peers, taking an extra second to reach 60 mph compared to most other vans (including the outgoing Sienna with a V6). This slower acceleration isn't evident when you're just cruising around town. But you'll notice it when you're merging onto the highway or going up grades.

　　The Sienna isn't the most nimble minivan in the class, but it holds its own. It drives more like a car than an SUV. The steering is weighted well to cruise for hours down the highway. It's also light and easy to turn during low-speed maneuvers.

　　Emergency braking performance is OK, but the bigger deal is the pedal's sometimes awkward grabby feel. That can make it hard to consistently stop smoothly.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Sienna? We had no complaints after spending hours in the driver's seat. Its wide range of adjustability gets much of the credit, though this is a common feature in the class. Optional ottoman-style footrests in the second row plus a huge range of fore-aft sliding create a business-class-like feel and give the Sienna an edge in second-row comfort. Optional four-zone climate control is one more zone than competitors have (three-zone is standard) and is effective at keeping the cabin cozy, hot or cold.

　　Noise is an area of concern. So long as the engine isn't working hard, the cabin is quiet, even serene. When you ask for power, the whole cabin will know. The engine and CVT drone considerably. Optional in-car voice projection, which sends front passenger voices through the rear speakers and headsets, helps as a work-around. You can save the shouting for when you really need it.

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