Redesigned inside and out, Toyota promises the third-generation Sienna has been reinvented with contemporary styling and a fun-to-drive spirit. A minivan that’s fun to drive, you ask? In an effort to make good on this promise, Toyota has created a new “sporty” SE model with a unique front fascia, side skirts, 19-inch wheels, smoked taillights, and a lowered, sport-tuned suspension. It will also feature unique gauges and interior colors for those racy moms and dads late for soccer practice.

The 2011 Sienna rides on the same wheelbase as before but is slightly wider and shorter overall. Powertrain options for the range—which includes base, LE, SE, XLE, and Limited models—will include a 3.5-liter V-6 producing 266 hp or the 2.7-liter four-cylinder with 187 hp, both of which are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. EPA fuel-economy ratings for the four-cylinder are an impressive 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. Steering has now gone full-electric, which Toyota claims will “deliver a more solid direct on-road feel.” All-wheel drive will continue to be offered with the V-6 on LE, XLE, and Limited models.

Luxurious Insides
Seating configurations for either seven or eight passengers will be available. All models are equipped with cruise control, three-zone air conditioning, a power driver’s seat, and remote keyless entry. They also include standard safety features like ABS, stability control, and traction control. Opting for the V-6–equipped LE model will get you dual power-sliding rear doors, a power hatch, a backup camera, rear sunshades, XM satellite radio, a USB port with iPod connectivity, and Bluetooth with music-streaming capability.

The XLE adds leather seating with heated fronts, a sunroof, and an anti-theft system. Optional equipment on the XLE is a navigation system with a JBL 10-speaker sound system and a panorama rear camera, and a rear-seat entertainment system with a 16.4-inch widescreen display that can show two different programs side-by-side.

The top-level Limited model will feature luxurious second-row “Lounge Seating,” offering pop-up leg support. Also included are power-folding third-row seats, parking sensors, dual sunroofs, HID headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and a pre-collision system with radar cruise. Check out the all new 2011 Toyota Sienna, you won’t be disappointed.