2004–2010 Toyota Sienna

General Overview

Model Years: 2004 through 2010

Body Styles: 4-door minivan with three-row seating for up to 8 passengers (7 with available second-row captain’s chairs); rear dual sliding doors (power sliding and power liftgate available on upper trims).

Drive Options: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) standard; All-Wheel Drive (AWD) optional (the only minivan in this period to offer AWD).

Engine & Transmission

One primary engine available across all years, with a mid-generation upgrade:

  • 3.3 L V6 (2004–2006): ~215 hp @ 5,600 rpm, 222 lb-ft torque @ 3,600 rpm — paired with 5-speed automatic transmission.
  • 3.5 L V6 (2007–2010): ~266 hp @ 6,200 rpm, 245 lb-ft torque @ 4,700 rpm — paired with 5-speed automatic transmission.

(Hybrid version not offered during this generation.)

Dimensions & Weights

Wheelbase: Approx. 119.3 in

Overall Length: ~200.0–201.0 in depending on trim

Width: ~77.4 in

Height: ~68.9–70.4 in (depending on roof rack and AWD/FWD)

Ground Clearance: ~6.9 in

Curb Weight:

  • FWD models: ~4,145–4,300 lb depending on trim.
  • AWD models: ~4,365–4,520 lb depending on trim.

GVWR: ~5,840–6,000 lb depending on drivetrain and options.

Towing & Payload

  • 3.3 L and 3.5 L V6: Rated to tow up to 3,500 lb with factory tow package (standard on some trims, optional on others).
  • Payload Capacity: Approximately 1,200–1,450 lb depending on drivetrain and equipment.

Fuel Economy

  • 3.3 L V6 (2004–2006): ~18–21 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway FWD).
  • 3.5 L V6 (2007–2010): ~19–22 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway FWD).

(AWD models typically reduce fuel economy by 1–2 mpg compared to FWD versions.)

Trims & Features

  • CE: Base model; seating for 7, cloth interior, manual sliding doors, steel wheels.
  • LE: Adds power sliding doors (optional), 8-passenger seating available, improved audio, roof rack.
  • XLE: Power sliding doors and liftgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, upgraded interior materials, optional leather.
  • XLE Limited: Leather seating, JBL premium audio, power-adjustable pedals, navigation, rear entertainment system, dual sunroofs (available).

(AWD availability on LE, XLE, and XLE Limited trims.)

Suspension & Handling

  • Front: Independent MacPherson strut.
  • Rear: Torsion beam (FWD); Independent double-wishbone (AWD).

Ride tuned for comfort and highway stability; no sport variant offered in this generation.

Tires & Wheels

  • CE / LE: 16″ steel or alloy wheels; P215/65R16 tires.
  • XLE / XLE Limited: 17″ alloy wheels; P225/60R17 tires.

Notable Owner Insights

  • 3.5 L engine (post-2007) praised for strong acceleration and smooth highway power; older 3.3 L engine regarded as adequate but less responsive.
  • AWD system unique among minivans at the time; provided superior winter traction but slightly reduced fuel economy and under-floor storage space.
  • Interior flexibility appreciated for family use, with easy-folding third-row seats and removable second-row seats; heavy second-row seats noted as a drawback for ease of removal.
  • Higher trims (XLE Limited) considered near-luxury with features like leather, rear-seat entertainment, and premium audio.
  • Towing capacity of 3,500 lb made Sienna useful for small trailers or pop-up campers.

Summary

From 2004 to 2010, the Toyota Sienna stood out in the minivan market as the only model to offer optional AWD, making it a preferred choice for families in colder climates. The mid-generation upgrade to the 3.5 L V6 significantly improved power and responsiveness. Multiple trims, from the simple CE to the feature-rich XLE Limited, allowed buyers to customize the Sienna to fit their needs. With solid towing capability, excellent interior flexibility, and typical Toyota reliability, the Sienna of this era remained a strong contender in the minivan segment.

Related Kits