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The work around is to use the switch to shut off all lights before leaving the van. Not exacty elegant, but it is for sure and it does work.
The 05s began building today and the first ones will reach paint on Monday night/Tuesday morning. On dealer lots in about 10 days or so. The options will be mixed around a bit with most of the changes in upper model mixs. If you are more interested in the full answer, check for another web site related to the Sienna which does have the complete info available.
Our '05 Sienna plan is to put the three year old in the 40% third row with the 60% left down and put the twins in the middle row.
Until we get it, probably end of the month or early Oct, we have to sit and wait. We considered the new Ody but have since learned that the Sienna is our pref.
Good luck on the babes!
George
Goerge
Steve, Host
I hope the 3 year old can can buckle herself - long trip to the back for an adult. Have you considered the 8 passenger model?
Found at pressroom.toyota.com
Power passenger seat has been confirmed but Siennaclub says that memory seat has been confirmed. Time will tell.
I am planning to buy a 04 Sienna XLE Limited AWD van. I know these come with Run Flat Tires. I am not comfortable with the RFT's and having no spare at all. Is it possible to mount regular tires (non Run Flats) on the Rims which have the Run Flats or does one have to buy new wheels as well ? Also, is there any aftermarket product to carry a full size regular spare tire on the roof. Would appreciate your response.
Thanks,
Rahul
So how do you Blue Mirage Owners describe the Blue Mirage? Are the chrome inserts noticeable?
I can't wait! I will be a official Sienna owner soon (within the next or so week.)
Thanks!
Also, if someone could provide similar info about the Quest that'd be great.
thanks in advance.
spc
i've been using low grade (87 Octane) since I had it. i get close to 26 mpg mix city/highway 20%/80%. Some people want to read the manual as stating categorically that it will not take anything but premium, but i've not subscribed to that thinking. i've had very good results with the cheap stuff. if i think i'll get that much better mpg with the premium (10% better) then i'll start using the more expensive stuff, but until i know for sure, i think it won't be worth it.
Also, I am looking at a 2005 - can someone let me know what model might have 8 passenger seating and power doors and rear hatch? if this is the LE, is there the chance to get leather and/or DVD? My guess is not - that you need to step up to the XLE for those options, but then lose the 8 passenger seating. Can someone educate me???
Thanks - Damon
I believe it requires a trailer hitch (or something like it) and looks like a black (plastic?) platform that 2 (or more?) bikes can stand on and be secured to.
If so, what is your experience with it, and advice?
And what was your cost? Thanks.
What does it do to your gas mileage?
What's the cost?
Any other advice?
3 car seats should fit in the 2nd row, LATCH or not middle seat's seatbelt is mounted on the seatback. I have two Britax Roundabouts side by side without problems.
I see that the 2005 Odyssey EX/EX-L comes standard with an 8th seat and dual power sliding doors but I don't know if it is recommended or possible to fit 3 car seats across its second row. There are two latch connectors and the center seat has a shoulder belt that reels ouf of the ceiling. You still can't get a power hatch, though.
During the trip we averaged 25.9 miles per gallon (calculated) with probably 75% driving at 50 miles an hour or more. Typically, with a mix of local and commuting miles, we get about 20 miles to the gallon.
We both over-packed and had LOTS of room in the van for our stuff.
And finally, the transmission was very smooth - no long lags noticed at any time. I'm glad I pursued this problem with a second dealer (Lustine) to have the software patch installed. On a trip that length, especially going through small towns, the lag would have driven me crazy!
Nice trip, and a great minivan.
I am almost ready to buy a Sienna XLE AWD after a test drive this weekend. I am very tall, and head room and legroom was pretty good. It seems that the center console protrudes more than on my T&C, such that there is less room for my right leg to move to right...it seems to rest against the console
I am wondering if others have noted that the center console restricts their right leg movement to the side, and if so, if this has become uncomfortable over time?
I have no legroom problems with my Sienna, and find it quite comfortable. An added bonus for me was that the XLE AWD does not have a sunroof, so there's plenty of headroom.
Thanks for the reply. I agree that the legroom is very good. Have you ever felt that the center console protrudes out so much that you don't have the ability move your right leg outward to the right for comfort. I need to sit in the Sienna again to test this. As compared to my 2000 T&C, I do think the center console is a bit more restrictive on the right leg movement, but I don't know if this is really a comfort issue over time.
Any more thoughts would be appreciated!
I think I have a bit buyers anxiety.
Recently I've experiencing some rattling/squeaky sound coming from the dash board of the vehicle and it ussually happens when i'm driving on a rough road.
Anybody out there experiencing this kind of problem? it's hard to beleive that a brand new "toyota" would have this rattling/squeaking problem!
What should i do? How would the dealer fix this kind of problem? please send some advices so i can go from there!!!!!
thank you!
In my opinion, the sienna might have a good engine(same as lexus 330)but its build quality is supprisingly sucks! I have never own a honda, always have been toyota since my first car, thru college and until now. But to tell you the true, sometimes i wish i should have bought a honda odyssey. people that i know who own the odyssey, seem to be very satisfied with the van.
If the dealer can not fix these squeakng problem, i'll probably trade in my sienna in year or so.
Let me tell you: I hate this! There are so many people that either don't need a DVD player at all, or want to buy their own aftermarket. Why force it on them? especially that it costs so much!!
Same on the XLE. Whichever package you choose, you must get leather. We all know that so many people (me included) just don't like leather!
IMO, these 4 features should always be a stand-alone option on every minivan and on every model:
1) Leather seating; 2) Rear entertainment system; 3) Navigation; 4) Power sliding doors/liftgate.
I think Ford Freestar has one of the best option packages (let alone the van quality - I'm talking option packages now). You can take the Limited (top) model, and you don't have to take the rear DVD; you can 'downgrade' from leather to cloth seating; you can 'downgrade' from a 6-CD changer to a single CD with cassette if you need one, and in the lower SEL model, leather seating, power passenger seat, power sliding doors, are all separate stand alone options - now that's flexible!
Chrysler with the Town & Country is also playing around as well. I tried to configure a 'Touring' trim model, with the 'Luxury' package. I would like to take this package, it includes rear parking assist, upgraded radio, auto dim mirrors in and out, fog lamps, information center, and much more. Now selecting this package brings up a message: In order to select this package, you must first select the 'leather group' for $2,100 !! Isn't it crazy ?? (besides I can't understand why leather is over $2 Grand ??)
Come on! When will the car manufacturers start to realize what people want? Why do they force you on things you don't want?? Don't combine one package with the other, NEVER! Give people many options, and let them choose what they like!
Hello? Someone listening ?????
For 2005, most LE packages (which have the upgraded stereo) include the DVD. That's why I pointed out '2005' model year.
You can check all 2005 options, specifications, etc. here:
http://pressroom.toyota.com/presstxt/2005toyotakit/2005_Sienna_o.- - pdf
Thanks in advance to anyone who can tell me.
Also, I had excellent buying experience with Atlantic Toyota in Amityville, NY (Long Island). Salesman was very knowledgable and upfront. The whole experience was a pleasure. I would recommend the dealership and will give salesmans name to anyone who e mails me.
My wife had such an occurance.