2015 Toyota Sienna

The Sienna replaced the Previa minivan from Toyota’s lineup in 1997, and offered drivers front wheel drive, built on the platform of the Camry. Smaller in size than other minivans at the time, the Sienna stood out from the very start. In 2003, the popular minivan received a complete redesign, making it just as spacious as competitor vehicles, and is currently the only minivan on the market to offer an all-wheel-drive option. 

For 2015, Toyota introduced a decent list of updates to the interior, exterior, and an updated body structure. Most notably, the 2015 Sienna has earned a long list of awards for this model year, making it one of the most awarded minivans available in today’s market.

Compared to tough competitors, the 2015 Toyota Sienna is a worthy opponent, beating out top minivan names in important categories like price, and interior volume. 

All Around Updates for 2015

Dubbed the “Original Swagger Wagon,” the 2015 Sienna is living up to its name. With impressive new features, exterior detailing, and new safety updates, the Toyota Sienna is a force to be reckoned with. Check out a few of the changes drivers will enjoy on the facelifted 2015 Toyota Sienna.

Exterior Updates: The exterior of the Sienna received minor restyling changes which include:

• Updated “honeycomb” grille on LE, XLE, and Limited models
• LED DRL and upgraded headlamps on SE and Limited models
• Completely restyled tail lights on all models except for SE
• New grille colors on LE, XLE, and Limited
• Stiffened chassis for all models, including over 140 additional spot welds

Interior Changes: The 2015 Sienna is no stranger to convenient and luxury amenities. Many changes for this model year include:

• Higher quality surface materials (soft touch) and stitched surfaces
• Newly designed HVAC button layout and redesigned audio system
• New meter cluster
• Optional dual view Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment Center with RCA, SD Card, and HDMI inputs
• Completely new Multi-Information display between speedometer and tachometer that digitally displays important vehicle information. Ranges from a 3.5-inch on L and LE models, and a 4.2-inch display on SE, XLE, and Limited Sienna models
• Larger backup/audio screen that measures 6.1-inch for L trim level, and 7-inch for LE, SE, XLE, and Limited models

Safety Updates: Safety technology is ever-changing, and Toyota is keeping the Sienna up to date on important safety features.

• Additional LATCH locations that include four throughout the cabin, instead of three
• An additional airbag was added for 2015 to the front-passenger seat cushion, which gives the Sienna a class-leading total of eight airbags

New Award Recognition for 2015

The Toyota Sienna has been receiving awards since it first hit the American market back in 1997. It should come as no surprise that the 2015 version of the well-loved minivan, is receiving new attention from numerous institutions.

The 2015 Toyota Sienna is the ultimate family vehicle, that offers protection, as well as amenities to keep your family happy, comfortable, and occupied on the go. The Sienna has earned multiple awards for 2015, including:

• Most Dependable Minivan by J.D. Power
• Most Dependable Minivan, Five Years in a Row by J.D. Power
• Earned an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+ with optional front crash prevention
• Received the highest safety award from the government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, earning a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating
• Earned the Best Resale Value Award from Kelley Blue Book for 2015
• Received a spot in the top “10 Most Affordable 3-Row Vehicles” by KBB.com
• Earned various accolades from IntelliChoice 
• 2015 Best Overall Value of the Year
• Best Overall Value of the Year for Six Years in a Row
• 2015 Excellent Value Award

It is safe to say, that Toyota got it right when they designed the 2015 Sienna minivan. A safe choice for families, the Sienna will not only deliver you where you need to go in comfort and convenience, but it will also do so safely.

Stays Ahead of the Competition

The 2015 Toyota Sienna has a lot of great things going for it. Still the only minivan available in North America with an option for All-Wheel-Drive, the Sienna can conquer varying weather conditions with ease. No other minivan can make that same claim.

Aside from AWD, the 2015 Sienna offers a great value above tough competitors in its segment like the Honda Odyssey, and the Town & Country Touring. The 2015 Toyota Sienna starts at just $35,785, while the Odyssey starts well above with an MSRP of $36,655, and the Town & Country Touring begins at $36,310. Aside from initial cost, the Sienna comes out ahead in other important areas as well.

Features: All three of these minivans are loaded with great standard features, convenience technology, and comfort elements. The Toyota Sienna comes out ahead with all of the following features standard: seating capacity for eight, heated front seats, vehicle speed proportional power steering, rear split folding bench seat, rear headrests, voice activated controls, and remote fuel filler door release. 

Interior Space: The 2015 Sienna has a lot of room for passengers, as well as their cargo. The following measurements include areas where the Sienna outdoes both the Honda Odyssey, and the Town & Country Touring:

• Cargo volume of 39.1 cubic feet
• Front headroom of 41 inches, rear headroom of 39.7 inches
• Front shoulder room of 65 inches, and rear shoulder room of 64.6 inches

When it comes to making room for taller passengers, the Toyota Sienna is the only minivan that makes those accommodations.

Safety: An important factor consider in a vehicle whose main job is to transport families from place to place, the Toyota Sienna delivers important safety features, and recognition that the others do not. Complete with standard front knee airbags, front fog lights, third row manual headrests, and an NHTSA front crash test rating of 5, the Sienna will keep your family safe.

The 2015 Toyota Sienna is a clear choice for families who want convenience, safety, and style. With an overhaul in design elements for the 2015 model year, the Sienna is as confident on the road as ever before. No other minivan on the road can compare to the features and amenities that the Sienna offers standard.