2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan DETAILED Review and Road Test - In 4K

[@dlee6985]

One of the best automotive reviewers on KZbin. Amazing how much info he can communicate without boring me to death. Speaks at the right cadence, not too fast or slow. Also, he looks like Felonious Gru from Despicable Me and i imagine him speaking in Steve Carrells Russian accent and that cracks me up.

[@chicobear]

The most practical reviewer on KZbin. Way to go, Alex!

[@justsoyouknow241]

This man is just an absolute beast at reviewing and communicating his work. Mad respect and thanks for the help to buyers. I would love to watch some long term reviews on vehicles if ever possible. Keep it up.

[@polylight]

Really nice review and bravo for saying what few say regarding minivans vs. SUV's. Would love to see a side by side comparison where you can blatantly shame the comparable SUVs. Only shame is that since SUV's get by far the most attention from the automakers, they aren't NEARLY as good as they could potentially be. I own a '14 Sienna SE and am very happy with it.

[@thadsgudenuff]

Alex, I want to say thank you for mentioning the AWD version has no spare tire. I was about to purchase one and it never occurred to me to check for that. No spare tire = deal killer!

[@amunderdog]

If you look a little deeper the Sienna is the most reliable of the competition. As far as the other points; Much of it boils down to swinging or sliding rear doors. In the real world, sliding rear doors have many advantages.

[@emjayay]

in 26 minutes Alex might have gotten in that the SE he was testing has different seat covers and grille and lower fascia than the rest, and the clear taillights are only on the SE. The others have new but red ones with a clear backup light. The SE has inch bigger wheels and lower profile tires (optional on XLE) that would make the ride a little stiffer and handling a little sharper. . The Sienna trim levels are pretty clear and you can even tell from the grille - each trim level is a different color.

[@blancapatriciamontesinosda7222]

This is by far the best review I've seen across the board, maybe because Alex consistently references the differences between the minivan and a SUV/3-Row Crossover. This mom is trying so hard to not buy a minivan, but I think I'll have to wave the white flag here pretty soon. Thanks for a great review! I wish Mercedes would bring their Minivan across the pond. I would certainly splurge for that over a regular run-of-the-mill Minivan.

[@pinkfiffty3094]

Did you end up getting a minivan or buying an suv? I think its kimd of funny how people have such a hangup with minivans I'ma car guy and love sporty and can't wait to get a 3rd generation sienna se they look pretty sporty even from factory but it porobably helps that I'm planning to mod it. The only thing I can really see where the suv would benifit is if you want off road capability or if you need more towing availability( but then you sacrafice mpg).

[@jgarrison1309]

NWell done. We are looking at a two year old 2015 Sienna and you really did a nice job walking me through this.

[@sign05]

Motor trend comparison of minivans the Sienna was 7.6 to 60 the quarter mile was 15.8 at 89.9 Mph . It was the fastest of five minivans. The Sedona was second in 7.8 to 60 with a quarter mile of 16.1 at 88.8 Mph. The Odyssey was last.

[@alexbrogan4698]

Alex, as a Toyota tech, i have found that the AWD Siennas go through tires in 25-30000 miles and the run flats are much more expensive.

[@optimusprime3484]

Beimg a toyota tech are there alternatives to the run flats that you would suggest? Considering a 2015 Awd XLE and would like to know if other tires are possible.

[@zaitcev0]

Panoche area is about 2.5 hour drive from Bay Area and offers an interesting test for this ground clearance theory. Odissey/Sienna can only go on "stem" roads there and a bunch of camping spots are unavailable. A RAV4/CR-V covers almost all of those spots. Still, there's a small number of locations, mostly in gulleys, which are inaccessible to crossovers, but a Tacoma gets there - and out - easily.

[@BryceLovesTech]

Alex always a quality review, keep up the great work, We love the details

[@cmschleich]

Outstanding work, really. All of these you do.

[@bliglum]

So sad, how most people wouldn't even consider a Sienna over a comparable crossover or SUV simply because of appearances.. Even though the Sienna is more spacious, more comfortable, more usable, easier to get into and out of, more efficient, and easier to drive with better ride quality, all for likely a lower price...

[@bliglum]

Phu Doan That's debatable, and beside the point.. I simply said "Sienna" as opposed to "minivan" because this is a vid about the Sienna.. But the point remains for any contemporary minivan. That one would get much more space, utility, comfort and efficiency with, insert your minivan of choice here.. If only vanity weren't such a plaguing issue, err, concern.

[@marktuyet]

they are smart ...my sienna is 3 years old and the worst vehicle I have ever owned ..including having Toyota repaint it in the first year...now major steering column problems and front end problems ...enjoy buying tires if you buy a new sienna ...

[@bliglum]

marktuyet Sounds like you got a lemon, unfortunately.

[@Aaron-tk7wh]

Marktuyet Get a life it is unfortunately sometimes that does happen even to good manufacturers. Even the new Chrysler Pacifica has problems I've been reading on their reviews!

[@Sean-Aviation]

You're a pro. wow so many details covered! I need to stay focus as not to miss :)

[@FreedomandBaconHomestead]

Great info! Thank you - helping inform my purchase I'll be making quite soon.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

That's what we're here for, glad we can help! -Travis

[@jcv1995]

4:57 Actually the Seinna offers the lounge chairs are available on the XLE model, not only reserved for the top of the model

[@Ricky_H]

Very thorough review as always. Love your reviews.

[@petergunn1701]

Great review Alex. That said, your comparison of the minivan market fails to take into the massive difference in vehicle reliability between the models. Both the Toyota and Honda (even with Honda's automatic transmission issues) have far better reliability that is documented and something many shoppers are going to consider more than if the 2nd row seats fold into the floor or what percentage of the dash is made of hard touch plastics. This translates into a cost per mile comparison that show the Chrysler products are in fact more expensive than the other entries.

[@scorpiokisses115]

You need to revise your statement about the third seat in the second row. You said they didn't have it in the Kia Sedona but I was just at the dealership and they have it. You can also take it out with ease.

[@WillChang]

If we talk about reliability, overall quality, handling, brakes, etc there is only one choice. Sienna feels like driving a midsize vehicle, did you know that?

[@coffeekhan]

Another fine review Alex! I test drove a 2013 and a 2014 yesterday as I am looking to circle around and get back into a minivan. Loved the Sienna! Totally changed my attitude regarding minivans. The last one I had was a 2008 T&C which was awful. The '15 has some nice changes, but we will most likely be purchasing a used vehicle 6 months to a year from now. We'll give the Honda a look too, but I really feel that Sienna will be the way we go, given the standard equipment on the LE models.

[@Lucky8s]

+Bob Keilitz I don't know if you've bought one yet, but I hope you didn't go for a Town & Country or Grand Caravan. Those are some of the worst performing cars in the safety category.

[@coffeekhan]

WuWei Xu I totally agree. Looks like we are going to have to wait to get a van, but when we do, it will be a Sienna. You couldn't pay me to buy a T&C.

[@samantharoseman4206]

this is a very impressive review

[@jacure123]

how about a review on 2017 sienna with the new engine and transmission? thanks

[@SaiRulez1]

Love all your reviews Alex. In this one though, I kept getting distracted by the spare doughnut tire and it made the car look fugly. Understand you had a flat and maybe scheduling/ logistics woes probably didn't allow for better planning for the shoot. Also, it will be wonderful if you can please always review the top of the line version of the cars that you test and explain the other trim levels? Would have loved to see the AWD Limited version in this video while you talk through the other versions available. Anyways, still greatly appreciate your great reviews...they are the most detailed and informative car reviews on KZbin! Thanks a ton!

[@alliejr]

I think Alex was specifically testing the 8 passenger option because many people requested a test of specifically 8 passenger vehicles. The 8 passenger option is not available on the highest trim level.

[@CaptainDawg02]

allierogers Agreed and add to the fact that the SE is arguably the best looking trim level for Toyota. The XLE doesn't look as nice.

[@emjayay]

CaptainDawg02 But, all gray leather.

[@BobMar1964]

Nice review! I own a '14 Odyssey. I recently got 28mpg on highway trip going 65-70mph. I love the camera on passenger side mirror for lane merging. I did not want to leave Toyota reliability, but the old interior and lack of side camera were deal breakers. One thing I would like you to include in reviews of "family" vehicles.. How far inward is the seat from the outside of the vehicle? Some of the SUVs were a little high for an elderly person. My Honda van, Even though it is low to the ground, the distance of the front seat within the vehicle, seems a little far for a disabled person to easily step into. Kind of ruins the point of having a "family friendly" vehicle.

[@asts-uc8zz]

Wow 0 to 60 in 6.9 secs that quick for a minivan. Holly shit!

[@kooky216]

lol that donut in glorious 4k.

[@RoyalHam]

Lmao

[@dougd.5626]

Excellent review.

[@noeljanolino1286]

Nice review! Did you actually memorize all of that? I don't see any reflections of que cards in your sunglasses and you're looking directly at the camera!

[@Lucky8s]

+Noel Janolino He tells it like it is!

[@MatthewE83]

Awesome Review!

[@jtubeview]

Nice review. But why no review of the Honda Odyssey?

[@garykwan0820]

Great review!

[@sokk2063]

does the captain's chair in the middle not have reclining footrest like the 2014 model?

[@ricky5176]

Best review thank u!

[@SoleEpiphany]

Does the track structure still stay in the floor when the second row seats are removed like they are in the 2013?

[@hoosierwindowtek]

Excellent video, thanks!

[@Digitalnomad8]

Thanks again posting, great view - liked and subscribed! Do you know when the toyota sienna hybrid will be available? Any idea about the new design for the 2016 sienna hybrid?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Robert Jung So far Toyota has not committed to making a hybrid version of the Sienna. I don't expect there to be much change in 2016 since it was refreshed in 2015

[@lekikelekona9809]

2021

[@moose64]

1440p is messed up. Keeps reverting to 1080p in Chrome. Non playable in IE.

[@leafqi]

Still waiting on your Honda Odyssey before I make my final decision.

[@AmirFish]

Hey ***** Alex on Autos - great review as always. I'm now (probably) over the hump from SUV to a minivan, and mainly debating which one (odyssey, sienna, sedona) has the best collision warning/mitigation system. Seems like all of them are limited to warning rather than breaking? But some do have full range adaptive CC so I guess that counts as mitigation too?

[@reedmorse]

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[@natilavi]

Just Honda, I can help you to get the best deal from Honda in San Jose

[@aron-wk4nq]

Nati Lavi honda oddessey sucks. The lowest power input in the class too!

[@emjayay]

Amir Fish Slowing down a car is called braking. If you break your car, it is broken.

[@kevinmlafleche]

Keeping a minivan for twenty years, which one would you go for?

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Gotta admit the van looks like a msn van, body kit etc looks good! Their should be real man vans

[@citrustaco]

78 inches tall, but you're 6' (72") and you're towering over the vehicle. They must be including the roof rack in their numbers.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

I somehow made a boo-boo in my measurements because my spec sheet was in centimetres not inches. It's 68-70 inches tall. I made a note in the video about the correction.

[@fulaxify]

In the discussion regarding handling/ride comfort of Minivan vs SUV regardless of brand, which one do you prefer for city/highway driving?

[@kevinmlafleche]

Also, looking for that Odyssey video?

[@monirbakhtiar2178]

How much is the sienna 2015

[@ReginaldSharma]

Alex, does the AWD work well in snow? We're debating if it's worth it to get the AWD Sienna

[@everythinggoes3564]

+Reginald Sharma My dad has a 2014 XLE AWD and it's excellent going to Lake Tahoe on a snowy day. But if you live in the Bay Area like I do with sunny days almost all year round, I would get a FWD with a set of snow tires and swap them as I need to go to the slope. But if you live in the snow in the winter then yes. AWD is prefer. Even with AWD, I would recommend to have a set of winter tires as an added traction. My 2 cents

[@jojojordan5557]

Very nice review overall. However, rating 7-8 passenger vehicles within the same parameters as 2-5 seat cars is just absurd. Minivans and full size SUVs which usually transport lots more people than 2-5 seater cars. Vehicles should be rated on per passenger basis. MPG should be divided to seat capacity. Otherwise you end up having cars like 2 seater corvette claiming to be better for the environment than an 8passenger minivan which carries an entire family.

[@dustinmarkmendoza2313]

when you compare them talk about about the realibilty and resale value.

[@babbu9]

Hi Can you please review the 2018 Sienna

[@lowerlevel2398]

Looking at these myself as I don't trust the Sedona to be reliable.

[@LoreDeluge]

I hate the push out cup holders.

[@pravinkhase]

2019 Sienna review please ?

[@mb013962]

is it just me, or don't the bumpers appear to be a different color than the body?...and at 1:57 you said the sienna is about 78 inches high, but it's about 69

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

mb013962 You're right, somehow I got my height a little mixed up.

[@ВиталийШинкарёв-ю2й]

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[@dennisscipio]

if only Minivans were as efficient as compact crossovers. too bad we don't have short wheelbase minivans i.e. Dodge Caravan they were more nimbler. oh well :)

[@kc5077]

We had 2 Plymouth Voyager SWB '87 and '98 and they were awesome. Actually shorter than most midsize sedans. The Dodge Journey replaced the SWB Caravan although at the same price I don't see why people buy 4 cylinder Journeys over V6 Grand Caravans at all.

[@dpajc056]

yeah I guess minivans aren't as popular as pickup trucks. I mean, in most cases, you can't really tie a killed deer on its hood, can't make a pool like in pickup truck's bed, and can't go through deep mud...

[@jaykae3952]

Yeah thats true but how many ppl are really gonna do that. Very few people hunt anymore and ive never even heard of using a bed for a pool also not many people go offroad anymore becuase theyre only concerned with travel and not fun.

[@codygubernick9928]

love it

[@dennisscipio]

Oh yeah and the Dodge Grand Caravan is definitely going away in 2016 leaving the Town & Country as Fiat Chrysler Automobile's only Minivan as dodge shifts it's focus with more sports car like focus.

[@kc5077]

I think the plan is the new Town & Country will be the only minivan and the Grand Caravan will be a T&C based 3 row crossover (miss the Pacifica anyone?) a year later to compete with the Traverse category. This makes sense because the Grand Caravan too much name equity to abandon it completely.

[@asts-uc8zz]

Kamaka Chang i heard there putting the 3.2 liter penstester motor in the new t&c minivan next year. Wondering if there keeping the older engine for more horsepower?

[@emjayay]

dennisscipio It doesn't make any difference whether it is a Chrysler T & C or a Dodge Caravan or a Plymouth Voyager. Just different names, different equipment levels, same vehicle.

[@kc5077]

emjayay I agree mechanically there is no difference but the previous divide allowed Grand Caravans AVPs to be $20k and go into rentals and the T&C got higher retail sales transactions, making good business. There's no difference between a Silverado and a Sierra but sometimes people want a little variety. I'm saddened the end Grand Caravan minivan is the end of cheap minivans.

[@michaellu6181]

Should have been able to handle harder terrain

[@th3gam3rfr3ak21rocks]

my pc cant play 4k for some reason.....

[@Lucky8s]

+th3gam3rfr3ak21 Do you have a 4K monitor?

[@kipamore]

People who poo-poo minivans in favor of CUVs and SUVs are pretentious boobs more interested in style than function. You simply cannot beat a minivan if you regularly haul more than 4 people.... but....I daily a 1996 Buick Roadmaster wagon. Old school bench seating means three fat asses in the front, 3 fat asses in the back, and....wait for it....2 more fat asses in the rear barf seats. The thing is awash in maroon heated leather, EPAs at 17/27, and with the LT1 small block will roast the rear tires for as long as you can stand it. It also tows 7000lbs. Nothing says quality like real plastic fake woodgrain body cladding!

[@Lucky8s]

+Kip Amore I hope you realize that minivans and wagons are two distinct body styles.

[@kipamore]

That's true, but Iaccoca specifically wanted a tall wagon when he conceptualized the thing back in the mid 70s. What is a minivan but a high roof station wagon? What is an SUV but a station wagon that doesn't look like a minivan? What is a crossover but an SUV that doesn't look like an SUV. See where I'm going with this - you can trace the customer base from CUV to SUV to MV to wagon pretty easily.

[@Lucky8s]

***** They might look similar to one another, but their platforms are different.

[@georgestremblay4640]

i would like to know the address and phone number to where in canada i could find a dealer who has a van already on sale and already prepared to take the road (toyota sienna 2015 or 2016 new i tried to find that in my community and no one as the real cocreete answer the have the vans but none are on sale already prepared for handicapped people

[@marktuyet]

here is a review ..Toyota just repainted my sienna and replaced

[@obacarz]

My comment is 15:46

[@iheartzombiez510]

This guy does a review of this van in its most unattractive color with a spare tire on it. At least film it from the other side. Talks about all the features of all the other trims but doesn't mention that they look completely different from the SE model that he's standing in front of. And doesn't even mention the SE in his breakdown on prices. Who put this together? This is terrible

[@dlee6985]

mutant lobster No, you’re terrible.

[@arcenalism]

why the wheel is look like that?

[@geraldeuz6763]

Flat already?

[@thainguyen-jf5zu]

I never like the sedona

[@rezdenied2890]

That back wheel such eye sore.

[@tnrtnr7706]

Dude make the car look nice before doing a review

[@justinaugust5946]

ummm... what happened to the back tire?😂

[@marktuyet]

Toyota just repainted my sienna , replaced 2 front seats ,and now the seat belt is broken and the steering column needs to be repaired ...I am 64 years old and my sienna is the worst vehicle I have ever owned , including my 1976 fiat ! I hate this van !

[@topspindrive]

+marktuyet , and how old is your sienna 15 yrs? haha

[@marktuyet]

+maverick cruz 3 years old ...

[@everythinggoes3564]

+Marktuyet What did you do to your Sienna? We had a 1992 Toyota Previa and it's still running. We donated it last year because it was just consuming too much gasoline. And it was a pain in the A$$ to replace the spark plugs. Other then that, it just ran...

[@jahnaycock]

The most comfortable & roomy 8 passenger SUV's are the Ford Expedition EL & Lincoln Navigator L twins. They have the most leg room in the 2nd & 3rd rows hands down nothing comes close unless move up full-sized Van by Nissan,Ford or GM. WE just purchased to Navigator L from a Grand Caravan. The Suburban, all the Mini Vans, any of the CUV's can't match the 3rd row leg room or width of the Ford long wheelbase SUV's!

[@everythinggoes3564]

+John Shaheen I agree with you for the roomy 3rd row seating. But it does come with a hefty price hike. I'm also looking at the Expedition EL Platinum and it's $55K+. It's the only large SUV with a rear independent suspension for better road riding. The Yukon XL and Suburban twins still riding on a rear solid axle. I'm waiting for a redesign of the new Sienna and Expedition EL with aluminum body and compare. Hopefully it'll be the 2017 model year...