Toyota is the best. My 17 years old Toyota Sienna with 315K miles on its odometer still runs flawlessly with nothing rebuilt and just a few parts replaced like alternator, starter, water timing belt, spark plugs, drive belt, radiator, brakes, light bulbs. We’ve taken numerous cross country trips and Sienna is very good choice for the task.
Hi Jim, Congrats on the new addition to your family. Hope all is well with your child now that’s it’s 8 months later / after you uploaded the video. Question- does the driver side seat have 4-way power lumbar support? Or is it just 2-way lumbar support? Also, it looks like you live in the Las Vegas area. We are in the Boise area. How comfortable were those Softex seats this past summer? Although it’s definitely hotter in Las Vegas, we have that similar dry heat 😅 Thanks!
Hi There, sorry for the super late reply. The driver does have 4 way lumbar support. The softex seats are pretty similar to leather when it comes to heat absorption (in my experience). I've found that the best way to mitigate this is to tint your windows (be sure to adhere to state laws ;) ) and get a sun shield for your windshield. Some Siennas come equipped with remote start, and that can also help cool down the car when the AC is preset.
First congratulations on ur new baby and your new sienna we also just got the XLE model Wife and kids loved it sure we miss the DVD player we had it on our old Caravan but it’s got way more technology and best of all MPG that was our main decision factor to pull the trigger on it thank you for sharing your new toys.
Hi! Congratulations on your new car. I am interested in buying an xse but when i watch other videos, people mentioned that xse has a tighter suspension and the ride is not as comfortable as an xle. Now I am confused if i should go for xle or xse? Any advise would be helpful. Thanks.
The ride is very comfortable in my opinion. Handles great and very sedan like. Road noise is almost non existent as well. I don't think you'd go wrong with either trim.
Go toyota ..the crazyy no maintance never problems..so far I had 12 toyotas..just bought 2021 toyota hibryd highlander xle..amazing suv . Paid sticker price not bad.
Congratulations on ur child coming soon. We placed an order for the Sienna XLE same color as yours. How long did u have to wait for ur car and where did u order the floor mats and how how does it cost for the whole set.
Hello! I apologize for the delayed reply! I got very lucky and drove away with my Sienna the same day I was reserving a different trim. I opted for the XSE instead. My floormats are 3W. Available on Amazon.
Thank you for confirming my choice. I'm still looking for exactly this van with all these options. AWD because of the torque from the Hybrid electric portion of the motor will break traction in slippery roads. Toyota will not take a special order and the dealerships are trying to add a Market Adjustment. I have a 2001 Sienna XLE with 370K miles. I just changed the timing belt and Catalytic Converter so I should be good until 450K miles. I've been looking since July. I'll travel 1500 miles to get this exact van 😳
Best of luck to you on your search. I think MSRP is a win given the new car market. If this van didn't magically appear at the dealership, I probably would have been waiting for the right van as well. Thanks for your input!
That's good that hood is old fashion struts are no good..toyota makes the old fashion but is the best..no 1.3 turbo engines or other garbage..just legend 2.5 engine no turbo ..the best
Nice van! My wife and I have cross shopped this exact model with a Carnival and an Odyssey. We definitely prefer the Sienna. It really bothers me that the awd model doesnt come with the 20" wheels. Being in Canada, awd is a must but the stock 18s that come on the awd model leave a lot to be desired.
I agree with your comment on the wheels. The 18 inch wheels detract from the overall sporty aesthetic of the XSE in my opinion. However if you go on Sienna chat, there are people who have successfully fitted 20 inch wheels onto AWD models. I am doing my research to do the same.
@@jcavidz This is what I'm also most interested in also. I'm looking at LE AWD and other than the mucho improved looks, would 20" give a better ride with premium tires? I don't mind if I take a MPG hit but want the best highway cruising experience possible, will be doing frequent 100+ miles trips to work sites.
@@whyno713 meatier tires = cushier ride (for the most part). bigger wheels in this case would simply be for looks and maybe enhance cornering....but its a minivan soo
Going over bumps, I don't really notice. If you're on an unpaved or gravel road, I suspect the noise could be a bit more noticeable, but in my opinion, it would be similar for any other vehicle. I haven't taken this vehicle offroad at all and I didn't purchase it for that. But in terms of bumpier surface streets here in Las Vegas, I haven't had a problem with interior rattles and noises. My van feels very well put together overall.
The battery in the trunk is actually the accessory battery the battery that starts the engine is actually the hybrid battery the one up under the front seats.... It uses the undersea battery to power the electric motor which in turn starts the engine so it doesn't have a typical starter set up....
It also serves as the starter battery. When the van is completely dead, it's a place to connect your booster (it just takes longer to access when the van won't start). You can jump it from the engine bay or the battery in the trunk. The point is not to start the engine, it's to give the hybrid system a boost for it to be ready to drive.
Your XSE with that color looks amazing. I have XLE. The only thing i want to switch is for some reaosn, XLE does not come with rear break light bars. Instead, only comes with incandescent bulbs.
Thank you. I really didnt want to compromise with the XSE's styling. If I wasn't at the dealership at the right time, I would have ended up with a woodland edition though.
I actually use the 8 seat a lot so it baffles me they don't offer it in all trims at least as an option. I also think they should allow the second row seats to be removed. I also hear the van is not underpowered it just feels like it is because of how the engine is built using the eletrical motors, some people don't like that?
It is very zippy when you get on the throttle. But it being an eCVT makes for an unusual rpm noise as you don't really hear a "gear shift." I have no problems accelerating when merging into a freeway.
I am thinking of getting with the AWD but i agree with you, I wish I could get the bigger wheels. Can you add the bigger rims or you just cant put bigger rims on the AWD?
@@jcavidz Yeah I just wondered why the dealership doesnt do it. Right now they have an AWD XSE but they add 5k worth of add onss 50k. So wondering if it affects something if you add bigger wheels to the AWD system.
Hello Thanks for the video. My wife love the look of the XSE amd me too but I want to have the entertaiment system and I can not add the digital rear view mirror in the XSE. If I want the Digital rear view mirror I have to go up on the trim level to the Limited. What is your experience when your kids use the enterteiment system and it block you rear mirror? 🤔
Hello, I am trying to find a solution as well. But for now, my side view mirrors help when the screen is down. Maybe i'll add a rear dashcam with screen down the line.
@@jcavidz I am doing my research and right now a good deal for me I think is pay the MSRP price because I called already to a lot of dealers and they are charging over MSRP Price. Is hard to find one that is not charging over MSRP. I found only 1 so far.
In terms of comfort I've tried the 20s against the 18s, and the smaller wheels get way better ride from a larger tire sidewall. But the bigger one look way better.
@@makatron yup. Having all that cargo room and still being able to slide the 2nd row back and forth is a luxury I can't be without anymore. It may not be as cool as the sequoia I wanted, but it's great for the driver and passengers.
@@jcavidz I drive a VW TDI and it gets around 35mpg and it's amazing how far we've come where something this large can get over 35mpg just driving normally. I think I will get the XSE with the 1500W inverter and a spare tire. I'll wait for the end of year deals though.
If you wanted the woodland for ground clearance, journey off-road makes an amazing lift kit specifically for the sienna. They have specialized in sienna for every generation. My local dealer has ten month waiting list for sienna. Over 70 People. 😭😭😭😭
Good lord a 10 month wait?! These vans are great, but I don't know if I would've waited 10 months. Yeah honestly, the XSE awd and the woodland arent too different in terms of packages. I really just liked the cement color and the fact that it comes with a hitch and spare tire. I feel like the XSE was a good compromise. Better one in the hand than two in the bush as they say. And for offroading, my truck is better suited for those type of adventures anyway.
I Had a 02 Subaru outback (Awd) but was able to switch it to front wheel drive only .... You may be able to switch somehow and not know it , do you know if you can do this on ur van ? it helped me save on gas , Also I been looking at vans for awhile and did nt know that these were hybrids .. I'm more of a Chrysler guy when it comes to mini vans , but with the price of gas it would only make sense to get this thing ..
This van is a different type of all wheel drive. For the most part it still operates as front wheel drive in majority of situations and the rear activates when necessary. There is no transfer case in the drivetrain. The rear wheels are attached to a separate electric motor. This also helps with regenerative braking. I bought this in AWD for slight chance I may need more traction. The mpg difference is minimal between AWD versions and FWD (35 mpg vs 36 mpg respectively)
Funny how the wife called him at the end of the video, he dropped everything and let us all down "catch you later gotta go bye" lmao good video I subscribed I owned a 17 GMC Yukon Xl but I missed the peace of mind you get from Toyota
Hi I am planning buy XSE FWD, I prefer AWD but in Canada it 6 to 8 months wait for a AWD sienna because of the microchip shortage. FWD XSE is available, I am wondering whether to take FWD or wait of AWD XSE.
It all depends on if you want to wait. I wanted AWD got it, but I was in the right place at the right time. Good luck to you and your search! Just be patient and be sure about what you want.
How come your car has silver wheels, doesnt the XSE has black wheels? I went to dealership recently to get more info on the car but they were relying on youtube videos to show me the details.
@@jcavidz thank you for letting me know, the dealership is completely useless in answering questions. I'm so glad I found your video thank you for your help
@@foxanxahoor yes, I find that the internet answers most questions. The dealership is clueless on what they sell and even give wrong information to make a sale
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Toyota is the best. My 17 years old Toyota Sienna with 315K miles on its odometer still runs flawlessly with nothing rebuilt and just a few parts replaced like alternator, starter, water timing belt, spark plugs, drive belt, radiator, brakes, light bulbs.
We’ve taken numerous cross country trips and Sienna is very good choice for the task.
I was surprised you didn’t mention the best of this Sienna that me and my wife love and it’s the 600 + fuel range with full tank of gas
You're right! Driving around town, I get nearly 700 miles between fill ups!
36 mpg!
Hi Jim,
Congrats on the new addition to your family. Hope all is well with your child now that’s it’s 8 months later / after you uploaded the video.
Question- does the driver side seat have 4-way power lumbar support? Or is it just 2-way lumbar support?
Also, it looks like you live in the Las Vegas area. We are in the Boise area. How comfortable were those Softex seats this past summer? Although it’s definitely hotter in Las Vegas, we have that similar dry heat 😅
Thanks!
Hi There, sorry for the super late reply. The driver does have 4 way lumbar support. The softex seats are pretty similar to leather when it comes to heat absorption (in my experience). I've found that the best way to mitigate this is to tint your windows (be sure to adhere to state laws ;) ) and get a sun shield for your windshield. Some Siennas come equipped with remote start, and that can also help cool down the car when the AC is preset.
First congratulations on ur new baby and your new sienna we also just got the XLE model Wife and kids loved it sure we miss the DVD player we had it on our old Caravan but it’s got way more technology and best of all MPG that was our main decision factor to pull the trigger on it thank you for sharing your new toys.
Thank you! I've been enjoying it so far.
Hi! Congratulations on your new car. I am interested in buying an xse but when i watch other videos, people mentioned that xse has a tighter suspension and the ride is not as comfortable as an xle. Now I am confused if i should go for xle or xse? Any advise would be helpful. Thanks.
The ride is very comfortable in my opinion. Handles great and very sedan like. Road noise is almost non existent as well. I don't think you'd go wrong with either trim.
Go toyota ..the crazyy no maintance never problems..so far I had 12 toyotas..just bought 2021 toyota hibryd highlander xle..amazing suv . Paid sticker price not bad.
I just wish Toyota scale down on the size of their grills. That would be perfect
Congratulations on ur child coming soon. We placed an order for the Sienna XLE same color as yours. How long did u have to wait for ur car and where did u order the floor mats and how how does it cost for the whole set.
Hello! I apologize for the delayed reply! I got very lucky and drove away with my Sienna the same day I was reserving a different trim. I opted for the XSE instead. My floormats are 3W. Available on Amazon.
Yeah, I know I need to vacuum the interior. I just got back from vacation and I'm exhausted.
Thank you for confirming my choice. I'm still looking for exactly this van with all these options. AWD because of the torque from the Hybrid electric portion of the motor will break traction in slippery roads.
Toyota will not take a special order and the dealerships are trying to add a Market Adjustment.
I have a 2001 Sienna XLE with 370K miles. I just changed the timing belt and Catalytic Converter so I should be good until 450K miles. I've been looking since July. I'll travel 1500 miles to get this exact van 😳
Best of luck to you on your search. I think MSRP is a win given the new car market. If this van didn't magically appear at the dealership, I probably would have been waiting for the right van as well. Thanks for your input!
You can find dealerships they take orders for sticker price
Excellent video. Waiting on a 2024 xse to arrive
Nice! May the odds be in your favor.
My van is coming March 29th 😀 Same color scheme and no market adjustment 😃
Congrats. Happy you found a dealership that is customer friendly.
That's good that hood is old fashion struts are no good..toyota makes the old fashion but is the best..no 1.3 turbo engines or other garbage..just legend 2.5 engine no turbo ..the best
Nice it still has gear shift unlike the others they have the buttons which I can’t stand
Nice van! My wife and I have cross shopped this exact model with a Carnival and an Odyssey. We definitely prefer the Sienna. It really bothers me that the awd model doesnt come with the 20" wheels. Being in Canada, awd is a must but the stock 18s that come on the awd model leave a lot to be desired.
I agree with your comment on the wheels. The 18 inch wheels detract from the overall sporty aesthetic of the XSE in my opinion. However if you go on Sienna chat, there are people who have successfully fitted 20 inch wheels onto AWD models. I am doing my research to do the same.
@@jcavidz This is what I'm also most interested in also. I'm looking at LE AWD and other than the mucho improved looks, would 20" give a better ride with premium tires? I don't mind if I take a MPG hit but want the best highway cruising experience possible, will be doing frequent 100+ miles trips to work sites.
@@whyno713 Honestly the thicker sidewall will provide more comfort in my opinion. Typically the thinner the sidewall, the harsher the ride, but YMMV.
@@whyno713 meatier tires = cushier ride (for the most part). bigger wheels in this case would simply be for looks and maybe enhance cornering....but its a minivan soo
@@daniel6villegas I also figure the 18" gives more clearance for the AWD
Hi. Great video. I heard the interior rattles a lot over bumpy roads. What’s your experience?
Going over bumps, I don't really notice. If you're on an unpaved or gravel road, I suspect the noise could be a bit more noticeable, but in my opinion, it would be similar for any other vehicle. I haven't taken this vehicle offroad at all and I didn't purchase it for that. But in terms of bumpier surface streets here in Las Vegas, I haven't had a problem with interior rattles and noises. My van feels very well put together overall.
The battery in the trunk is actually the accessory battery the battery that starts the engine is actually the hybrid battery the one up under the front seats.... It uses the undersea battery to power the electric motor which in turn starts the engine so it doesn't have a typical starter set up....
It also serves as the starter battery. When the van is completely dead, it's a place to connect your booster (it just takes longer to access when the van won't start). You can jump it from the engine bay or the battery in the trunk. The point is not to start the engine, it's to give the hybrid system a boost for it to be ready to drive.
Your XSE with that color looks amazing.
I have XLE.
The only thing i want to switch is for some reaosn, XLE does not come with rear break light bars. Instead, only comes with incandescent bulbs.
Thank you. I really didnt want to compromise with the XSE's styling. If I wasn't at the dealership at the right time, I would have ended up with a woodland edition though.
I actually use the 8 seat a lot so it baffles me they don't offer it in all trims at least as an option. I also think they should allow the second row seats to be removed. I also hear the van is not underpowered it just feels like it is because of how the engine is built using the eletrical motors, some people don't like that?
It is very zippy when you get on the throttle. But it being an eCVT makes for an unusual rpm noise as you don't really hear a "gear shift." I have no problems accelerating when merging into a freeway.
I am thinking of getting with the AWD but i agree with you, I wish I could get the bigger wheels. Can you add the bigger rims or you just cant put bigger rims on the AWD?
Bigger wheels have been done on an AWD. I plan on doing it myself as well. Will post a video when it's done. Still doing research
@@jcavidz Yeah I just wondered why the dealership doesnt do it. Right now they have an AWD XSE but they add 5k worth of add onss 50k. So wondering if it affects something if you add bigger wheels to the AWD system.
I have XSE 2022. Comparing to XLE, the ride is little stiff because of sport suspension.
Not surprised by this. The XSE is supposedly tuned for better handling.
Beautiful
How does the xse drive? Is it too firm…did you try the others first?
I just went with the XSE. Drives great, and not harsh at all. Didn't have a chance to test drive any other model as they flew off the lot at the time.
Hello Thanks for the video. My wife love the look of the XSE amd me too but I want to have the entertaiment system and I can not add the digital rear view mirror in the XSE. If I want the Digital rear view mirror I have to go up on the trim level to the Limited. What is your experience when your kids use the enterteiment system and it block you rear mirror? 🤔
Hello, I am trying to find a solution as well. But for now, my side view mirrors help when the screen is down. Maybe i'll add a rear dashcam with screen down the line.
@@jcavidz First thanks for the fast reply !! Yes I think I will buy the Limited because of that. That is a safety decision to me. Have a good day!!
@@bj231bj best of luck to you! Hope you find a good deal.
@@jcavidz I am doing my research and right now a good deal for me I think is pay the MSRP price because I called already to a lot of dealers and they are charging over MSRP Price. Is hard to find one that is not charging over MSRP. I found only 1 so far.
dear friend, please write the name of the company that manufactured the rubber floor mats
3W Floormats. Link is in the video description.
What kind of real world gas mileage are you achieving? What type of driving (city/hwy)? Thank you
Hello, I'm currently getting anywhere from the advertised 35 mpg to 40 mpg depending on my routes and how heavy my foot is on the skinny pedal.
@@jcavidz awesome, thank you very much!
Where do you buy floor mat?
I bought the floormats from ebay.
In terms of comfort I've tried the 20s against the 18s, and the smaller wheels get way better ride from a larger tire sidewall. But the bigger one look way better.
I agree.
@@jcavidz I do video production and with a small crew of 4 this is far more useful to move all the gear plus people with everybody being comfy
@@makatron yup. Having all that cargo room and still being able to slide the 2nd row back and forth is a luxury I can't be without anymore. It may not be as cool as the sequoia I wanted, but it's great for the driver and passengers.
@@jcavidz I drive a VW TDI and it gets around 35mpg and it's amazing how far we've come where something this large can get over 35mpg just driving normally. I think I will get the XSE with the 1500W inverter and a spare tire. I'll wait for the end of year deals though.
@@makatron I wanted the spare tire, but I figured when I swap the wheels, I'll get a 5th full size for road trips that I can attach to a hitch.
If you wanted the woodland for ground clearance, journey off-road makes an amazing lift kit specifically for the sienna. They have specialized in sienna for every generation.
My local dealer has ten month waiting list for sienna. Over 70 People.
😭😭😭😭
Good lord a 10 month wait?! These vans are great, but I don't know if I would've waited 10 months.
Yeah honestly, the XSE awd and the woodland arent too different in terms of packages. I really just liked the cement color and the fact that it comes with a hitch and spare tire.
I feel like the XSE was a good compromise. Better one in the hand than two in the bush as they say.
And for offroading, my truck is better suited for those type of adventures anyway.
@@jcavidz because the tundra 5.7L is legendary. Just like my sequoia 5.7L !
@@americandude3825 agreed!
I Had a 02 Subaru outback (Awd) but was able to switch it to front wheel drive only .... You may be able to switch somehow and not know it , do you know if you can do this on ur van ? it helped me save on gas , Also I been looking at vans for awhile and did nt know that these were hybrids .. I'm more of a Chrysler guy when it comes to mini vans , but with the price of gas it would only make sense to get this thing ..
This van is a different type of all wheel drive. For the most part it still operates as front wheel drive in majority of situations and the rear activates when necessary. There is no transfer case in the drivetrain. The rear wheels are attached to a separate electric motor. This also helps with regenerative braking. I bought this in AWD for slight chance I may need more traction. The mpg difference is minimal between AWD versions and FWD (35 mpg vs 36 mpg respectively)
what did you do for spare tire? My XSE is coming and it doesn't have a spare tire either. IDK why Toyota does this
You can either do run flats, or if on a long road trip, pack a spare tire. There are sites online that sell an aftermarket spare for the Sienna.
1x(11/16/22)…..done thank you
The limited version should offer the xse front bumper option
XSE trims and up should have the ottoman option. Toyota dropped the ball on that.
Soooooo . . . . how does it drive?
Hey Barry, thanks for watching, watch the one year review to find out!
Funny how the wife called him at the end of the video, he dropped everything and let us all down "catch you later gotta go bye" lmao good video I subscribed I owned a 17 GMC Yukon Xl but I missed the peace of mind you get from Toyota
HAHA! Appreciate the feedback
Hi I am planning buy XSE FWD, I prefer AWD but in Canada it 6 to 8 months wait for a AWD sienna because of the microchip shortage. FWD XSE is available, I am wondering whether to take FWD or wait of AWD XSE.
It all depends on if you want to wait. I wanted AWD got it, but I was in the right place at the right time. Good luck to you and your search! Just be patient and be sure about what you want.
Bitchin ride! 😎
Thank you!
Price?
MSRP. you can easily google the price ranges for XSE trim AWD with entertainment package.
How come your car has silver wheels, doesnt the XSE has black wheels? I went to dealership recently to get more info on the car but they were relying on youtube videos to show me the details.
All wheel drive XSE trims come in 18" silver wheels. If your XSE is front wheel drive, it will come in the black 20."
@@jcavidz thank you for letting me know, the dealership is completely useless in answering questions. I'm so glad I found your video thank you for your help
@@foxanxahoor yes, I find that the internet answers most questions. The dealership is clueless on what they sell and even give wrong information to make a sale
They have two options chrome and black
@@sibaroochi agree , like when the sales manager told me the sienna xse doesn't come in white 🤦🏻♀️.
Do you have a link to those all weather mats?
Hello! These are 3W floormats. Available on ebay and amazon!
I heard the shocks on the xse are too stiff
It's subjective. I own a Tundra and the XSE is faaaaar more comfortable
Is there telescoping steering wheel?
Yes there is a telescoping steering wheel
Driver leg room , can you stretch your legs out? Make them straight? I'm 6'2"
Yes sir. The second row can also be slid back so they don't sacrifice legroom either.
You can get struts for the hood I'm sure somebody makes them. I know that they made him for the Toyota and others the trucks.
I'll look into it. Thanks for the input.
What brand are the floor mats?
3W
No spare tires?
That is correct. However you can add a spare tire as an option.
Spare tire $75 option.
Looked the taxis uber they just drive toyota because they less forever and in any condition hot cold humidity or other weather
I feel bench seats should be an option for the xse.
I agree. Some specs should be made to order. I do like my current configuration though.
@@jcavidz Congratulations on your baby. Maybe you could do a review on using it with a baby and its friendliness.