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Toyota Sienna
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Overview
Manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation
Production 1997present
Body and chassis
Class Minivan
Body style 4-door Minivan
Related Toyota Camry
Chronology
Predecessor Toyota Previa

The Toyota Sienna is a family-friendly minivan built by the Toyota Motor Corporation. This company is a very large car maker. The Sienna is made in Princeton, Indiana, in the United States. Since 1997, three main versions, or "generations," of the Toyota Sienna have been made.

These minivans are known for being safe. Both the second and third generations of the Sienna got good safety scores. The IIHS gave them an overall "Good" rating. The NHTSA gave them a 4-star rating for how well they protect people in front and side crashes.

Generations of the Toyota Sienna

The Toyota Sienna has changed over time. Each major change is called a new "generation."

Second Generation Sienna (2003-2010)

The second version of the Sienna was sold from 2003 to 2010. It could seat up to seven passengers comfortably. This model first used a 3.3-liter V6 engine. Later, it was updated with a more powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine.

Third Generation Sienna (2011-Present)

The third version of the Sienna has been sold since the 2011 model year. It also seats seven passengers. This generation uses the 3.5-liter V6 engine. This engine provides 265 horsepower, which helps the minivan move easily.

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