Toyota Sienna (US) review

There are six trims of the Sienna to choose from, all available with either front or all-wheel drive. The starter level LE comes in at $39,185 which brings in all the standard equipment like the rear seat reminder, eight-inch touchscreen and the safety suite of tech. The XLE builds upon that with the larger 12.3-inch interface, throws in the power moonroof and hands-free power sliding side doors.

The “sporty” XSE trim adds blacked-out accents across the bodywork plus dark 20in wheels, a sport-tuned suspension and sport seats. This happens to be the only Sienna trim that starts under $50k, as the Woodland Edition kicks things up to a more premium level. This one is exclusively AWD and includes a tow hitch, 1,500W power outlet and rugged 18in wheels. Lastly, Limited and Platinum trims bring with them a 12-speaker JBL sound system, leather seats and, in the case of the Platinum, 20in wheels, a head-up display and 360-degree parking camera.

Which one would we pick? If pressed, we’d say the Woodland Edition is the most intriguing as it’s well-equipped with enough of the basics but is also set up to be a little more rough-and-tumble. between its towing capabilities and other trim-exclusive amenities, it’s got the making for a solid family 'base camp' for weekend excursions, in the woods or otherwise.

More realistically, the XLE seems to be the one to actually buy. This one starts at $43,995 and comes with the upgraded infotainment system and a handful of other conveniences to pick it over the LE, so you get plenty while still keeping down the bottom line. As tempting as the higher trims are with their better sound systems, fridge and vacuum, their inclusion doesn’t justify the associated price tag. Also if you go for the XSE because it’s the 'sporty' one, we have a bridge or two we think you’d be interested in buying.