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Toyota Sienna III (facelift 2018) 3.5 V6 (296 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Toyota Sienna:
The Toyota Sienna is a minivan manufactured and marketed by Toyota primarily for the North American market. It is named for the Italian city of Siena, in the region of Tuscany. It replaced the first generation Previa van, and the Toyota Camry wagon in 1997 with a more conventional front-wheel drive layout and shares a heavily revised platform with the Camry. Both the Previa and original Sienna were smaller than the other minivans they competed against, but a redesign in 2003 increased the dimensions to match those of its competitors....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2018) Overview:
Toyota Sienna (III (facelift 2018)). With 357 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2133 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 V6 (296 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The robust 3.5L V6 engine provides strong acceleration and confident highway merging, complemented by the added traction and stability of the AWD system.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is acceptable for a large AWD V6 minivan, though not class-leading; expect higher consumption in urban driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and reliable 3.5L V6 engine
- • Spacious and versatile interior with ample cargo room
- • Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for enhanced traction
- • Renowned Toyota reliability and resale value
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is not class-leading compared to hybrid rivals
- • Interior design, while functional, felt somewhat dated by 2018
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking challenging
- • Lack of a hybrid option in this generation
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2010 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Sienna |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (296 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 296 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.6 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 357 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2GR-FKS More details about the engine 2GR-FKS |
| Engine displacement: | 3500 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.1 kg/Hp, 140.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2111-2155 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 4248 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1107 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5095 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1984 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1811 mm mm [56mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3030 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1720 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1720 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 168 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT-i |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/60 R17; 235/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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