Toyota Sienna first generation

Toyota Sienna first generation
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The Toyota Sienna first generation (1998–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XL10 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,839–4,933 mm
Width1,864 mm
Height1,709 mm
Wheelbase2,901 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,802 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,337 complaints for model years 1998–2003. 95 crashes · 17 fires · 112 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Body and structure 157
  • Locks and latches 147
  • Engine 138
  • Tyres 95
  • Transmission and drivetrain 74
  • Brakes 44

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Toyota Sienna first generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2003CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
19983.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998–2003Minivan3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.3–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle283–290 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.