2023 Toyota Sienna

Pros: Monumental fuel economy advantage; big-kid-friendly second-row; above average handling; interior storage Cons: Not as powerful as other minivans; less advanced infotainment; cheap interior materials on lower trims Every 2023 Toyota Sienna is a hybrid, with fuel economy of either 36 or 35 mpg combined depending on whether you get the optional all-wheel-drive system. That is a monumental advantage over most of its minivan competitors, which are powered by V6 engines and return 22 mpg combined. Given today’s gas prices, the EPA says you could save upwards of $1,000 every year versus other minivans (or various large crossovers). This efficiency is the main reason we consider the Sienna your best bet for a minivan. It's not just a one-trick pony, however. It's otherwise a fully competitive minivan with other strong points that include exceptional cabin storage, a bold interior design and versatile Super Long Slide second-row seats that are especially good for parents with older kids. The Sienna's handling is also sharper than its competitors, while its feature content, cargo space and safety are similarly strong. Therefore, with most other elements being equal or at least similar enough, we can circle back to the Sienna's massive fuel economy advantage being a deciding factor.  Now, there is one competitor that can save you even more gas: the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, a plug-in hybrid that offers all-electric range that could make it even more efficient (the Sienna is a regular hybrid that doesn’t need to be plugged in and does not include electric range). Unfortunately, the Pacifica Hybrid is pricier and may be harder to come by in today’s climate, which is why we ultimately chose the Sienna as our top minivan choice despite a near tie in our Sienna vs Pacifica Hybrid comparison test. Either way, we’d consider both of these first when looking for a minivan. Interior & Technology   |   Passenger & Cargo Space   |   Performance & Fuel Economy What it's like to drive   |   Pricing & Trim Levels   |   Crash Ratings & Safety Features What's new for 2023? Minivan collectors rejoice! A 25th Anniversary Special Edition is added to the Sienna lineup for 2023 heralding exactly what its name implies. It’s based on the XSE trim level, but features a few extra luxury features from the Limited trim plus unique exterior and interior styling elements. It is available only in Celestial Silver or Wind Chill Pearl. What are the Sienna interior and in-car technology like? The Kia Carnival has since trumped it, but the Sienna's front cabin is still shockingly high-style for a minivan. The controls are canted ever-so-slightly toward the driver, while the high center console provides more of a car- or SUV-like feel. Nevertheless, that console is really just a bridge over a vast open canyon ripe for whatever you want to put down there (likely a purse or small diaper bag). There are a number of other handy places up front to stow things, as well, which we go over in this deep dive review of the Sienna's interior …
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