
The 2008 Toyota Sienna minivan comes in four trim levels -- CE, LE, XLE and XLE Limited. The CE and LE come in seven- and eight-passenger configurations while the upper trims are seven-passenger only. The new Sienna comes with front- or all-wheel drive except the CE body style. For decades, Toyota has been a brand name that exemplifies quality, longevity and excellent value both during purchase and when it comes to resale value after some time. There are not many changes in the current line-up. To make you stay young at heart, the Sienna comes with many latest technologies and equipments but with equal emphasis on a smooth ride and comfortable journey.
Exterior Look
The new Sienna is as large as the long-wheelbase Caravan, with a wheelbase that is 5.1 inches longer as compared to previous year models. Overall length has been stretched 5.9 inches and it is around four inches wider and two inches taller. The exterior look of the current Sienna is more like a car. The Sienna CE has 16-inch steel wheels and dual sliding rear doors with power-down windows, while the LE adds privacy and solar energy-absorbing glass and a roof rack. The Sienna XLE features alloy wheels and power-sliding rear doors. The plush XLE Limited comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, rear window shades and a windshield wiper de-icer. The exterior body of the minivan is done in beautiful colors, such as Black, Blue Mirage, Metallic, Desert Sand Mica, Natural White, Salsa Red Pearl, Silver Pine Mica, Silver Shadow Pearl and Slate Metallic.
Engine That Promises Powerful Ride
All the models have the engine with the same configuration as used in this year’s Highlander and Lexus Hybrid SUVs. This 3.5-liter, V6, 266-horsepower machine gives 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. This engine is equipped with 5-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive with intelligence (ECT-i). This automatic transmission is standard on all models. This engine reaches to its peak torque from the start, enhancing the amount of power required for an overwhelming driving experience.
Spacious Interior
The inside cabins of all the nine models are generously upgraded with amenities like, new cloth interior, optional adjustable heated seats, available side-impact air bags and a sliding third-row seat. This minivan comes with two distinctly different second-row seating options. This seat is easy to adjust, tumble, or remove. All the seven-passenger models have second-row captains chairs with a passenger-side chair that can be repositioned side-to-side, offering either a bench or a bucket arrangement. The latest Sienna is big and roomy and it can be easily transformed from eight-passenger mini-bus to a cargo box in minutes. The Toyota Sienna cargo area is big enough to hold full sheets of plywood, ladders and many more things.
Entertainment On The Road
The upscale interior cabin is well versed with high-quality entertainment related equipments. With the JBL sound system and an available rear-seat entertainment system (VCR, A/V input jacks), one will not very feel bored while driving. The standard equipment for CE trims is the AM/FM with single-disc in-dash CD player, MP3/WMA capability, six speakers and mast antenna. For the LE and XLE trims, the standard entertainment equipment is the AM/FM with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA capability, six speakers and mast antenna. To make the Limited trim a much better deal, it comes with JBL Synthesis AM/FM with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA capability, Bluetooth wireless technology, ten speakers and two in-glass antennas with FM diversity reception.
Safety Equipments
One reason to buy the latest Sienna minivan is its extensive range of high quality features. All the models are very closely associated with safety, performance and durability. The 2008 Sienna safety has been tested thoroughly by the reputed National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Importance is given to the safety of both the front and back row passengers with a number of features, for Star Safety System with Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. There are also a number of airbags for the driver and front passenger seat.
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