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The Toyota Sienna is a minivan built in the United States for the North American market, and shares its platform and engine with the Toyota Camry. It replaced the Previa in 1998 as a more conventional front wheel drive van, and was updated for 2004 with a larger model.

First generation (1998-2003)

In late 1997, Toyota discontinued its much-criticized Toyota Previa with a more conventional design, the 1998 Toyota Sienna. The Toyota Sienna had a 3.0 L V6 engine rated at 145 kW and 284 Nw. of torque. Built on an extended Toyota Camry platform, the Sienna was initially billed as the "Camry of minivans". The first generation Sienna exhibited great driving dynamics making it one of the best handling minivans on the market. The Sienna was better-suited to compete with the highly-acclaimed Chrysler minivans, but still lacked the size and features such as traction control, a DVD navigation system, and backup sensors of the market leaders, including the redesigned Honda Odyssey which followed a year after. The first generation Sienna was the first minivan to earn a "best pick" from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. Fuel economy was 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. It was built in Georgetown, Kentucky.

Second generation (2004-Present)

In January 2003, the second generation Sienna was shown at the Detroit Auto Show. Production shifted to Princeton, Indiana, and the Georgetown plant was retooled to built the second generation Camry Solara. The new Sienna had a 3.3 L engine from the Camry rated at 172 kW and 328 Nm. of torque. The new Sienna offered innovative features such as a fold-flat 60/40 third-row seat, eight passenger seating, backup sensors, rear view camera, kid view mirror, available all wheel drive, a navigation system, and a more luxurious XLE Limited model. This model is currently one of the top-selling minivans. Fuel economy is 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.

In July 2005, changes for the 2006 model year were announced. The front fascia, side molding, and rear taillights were redesigned. The measurements for horsepower and torque were changed to the SAE's new specifications. Optitron gauges were added to LE, XLE, and Limited trims. The "XLE" prefix in "XLE Limited" was cut off. Power driver's seat memory option was also added to XLE and Limited trims. Bluetooth capability and power-folding third row seats were also added as options. Side and curtain air bags were changed to standard for all models. The optional rear seat audio system has been discontinued. Full list of changes are available at SiennaClub.org.

Awards

2004:

Car and Driver's Five Best Trucks "van" award
and

Models

The 2005 Toyota Sienna is available in:

CE ($23,425 MSRP)
LE ($24,930 MSRP)
XLE ($29,225 MSRP)
XLE Limited ($35,495 MSRP)

2006 Specifications

Engine: 3.3 L DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6
Output: 215 hp (160 kW) at 5600 RPM and 222 ft·lbf (301 N·m) at 3600 RPM (SAE Net)
Transmission: 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission
Drivetrain: Front wheel drive, all wheel drive available on LE, XLE, XLE Limited (CE in Canada)
Turning Diameter: 36.8 ft (11.2 m)
Brakes: Power-assisted ventilated front disc, rear drum with anti-lock braking system (ABS), with 4-wheel disc brakes on XLE Limited, all wheel drive models or with available Vehicle Stability Control system and Brake Assist

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