Model Tested: 2022 Toyota Sienna XSE Hybrid
Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 245 horsepower and 176 lb-ft torque
Transmission: ECVT automatic, front-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 36-mpg city, 36-mpg highway, 36-mpg highway
Base Price: $42,100
As Tested: $46,455
Performance:
Impressive fuel economy for its size
Our best economy was 36.7-mpg
highway
Smooth power application
Drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport
Separate button for EV mode
Comfort:
Stretch-out driver and front passenger legroom
Manual tilt/telescopic column, but excellent range
Nicely textured, medium thick leather steering wheel
Lots of good auxiliary controls
Nice armrests on sides of center console
Second row Captain chairs
Flat floor
Outstanding second row legroom
Roomy adult-size third row seating
Utility:
Oversize storage well when third row seats are up
Foot activated rear liftgate
OK liftgate clearance for tall people
Huge, very deep center console bin
Four cup holders on center console
Huge open shelf on floor below shifter
Medium size front door bins
Additional small mid-level front door bins
Large locking glovebox
Big sun visors with excellent sliding range
Power sliding side doors
Huge, very sturdy “B” pillar grab handles
Large overhead second row video screen
Big seat back pouches
Small door bins with bottle notches
Third row seats fold into floor
WOW Factors:
Handsome styling
Very spacious, comfortable interior
Excellent fuel economy
Stylish red stitching on seats and steering wheel
Power sliding side doors
Easy back seat in/out
Whines:
Small second row door bins
Not crazy about oversized grille
Bottom Line:
The 2022 Toyota Sienna XSE van offers a lot of passenger space and comfort along with impressive fuel economy. It’s an excellent family vehicle with ample room for kids and cargo. In XSE trim all-wheel-drive is a great value at $760 over front-wheel-drive MSRP.
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