2016 Toyota Sienna review
Toyota Sienna highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Available eight-passenger seating configuration
- Available all-wheel drive
Cons
- Second-row seats are heavy and hard to remove
- More expensive than other options
- Lack of modern driver-assistance features
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined
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2016 Toyota Sienna is affordable and offers all-wheel drive
The 2016 Toyota Sienna minivan is a sensible family transportation selection and the only minivan of its era to offer available all-wheel drive. Powered by Toyota's well-developed 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a six-speed automatic, the Sienna has plenty of power to get up to highway speeds and pass slower traffic. As a family vehicle, the Sienna stands out with seating for eight passengers, sliding side doors, a low step-in height, and massive passenger and cargo space. The 2016 Sienna is known for its smooth ride.
The Sienna includes several family-friendly standard features, including antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, a driver-side knee airbag, a front-passenger seat cushion airbag, active front head restraints, and a rearview camera. Available features include a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors on higher trim levels. The range-topping Limited trim was available with a forward collision warning system. Just note that if you’re looking for advanced driver-assist systems, you’ll want to seek out later model years.
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What is new for the 2016 Toyota Sienna?
- The Sienna is available in a new trim called the XLE Auto Access Seat.
- Sienna trims have been upgraded with Fold-Away Middle Row as standard equipment this year.
What We Like
Powerful engine: Toyota's well-developed 3.5-liter V6 engine, rated at 266 horsepower and paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, yields excellent performance. Toyota has used this engine throughout its product line, and it's known for durability and low maintenance costs.
Eight-passenger capability: For large families, the Sienna's available eight-passenger configuration is an important feature. The second-row seats are comfortable and offer extended fore-and-aft adjustment to provide ample legroom in the third row.
Available all-wheel drive: The 2016 Sienna is the only minivan of its era to offer all-wheel drive. The additional traction and handling ability of all-wheel drive makes the Sienna a top choice in regions that experience severe winter weather or heavy rains.
What Needs Improvement
Second-row seats: If you frequently need to convert your van from a people hauler to a cargo hauler, the second-row seats are heavy and somewhat difficult to remove from. They also can be tricky to put back in the vehicle.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.5 out of 5
11 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 7 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Toyota Sienna an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Toyota Sienna 3rd out of 14 among Minivans.
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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Entune
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Sliding Door(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
266
Torque (ft-lbs)
245
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
20
Wheelbase
119.3"
Overall length
200.2"
Width
78.1"
Height
68.9"
Leg room
F 40.5"/M 37.6"/R 36.3"
Head room
F 41"/M 39.7"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P235/60TR17
Rear tires
P235/60TR17
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Toyota Sienna FAQ
The 2016 Toyota Sienna is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LE Auto Access Seat: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- LE Mobility Access: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- L: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- LE: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- Limited: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- Limited Premium: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE Premium: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- XLE: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- XLE Premium: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- XLE Auto Access Seat: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Toyota Sienna received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Toyota Sienna as 2 out of 14 among Minivan
The 2016 Toyota Sienna has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Toyota Sienna, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Toyota Sienna Reviews.
The 2016 Toyota Sienna has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Toyota Sienna:
- LE Mobility Access
- Fold-Away Middle Row
- Entune
- Power Locks
- Air Conditioning
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