2005 Toyota Sienna Driving Impressions
The Toyota Sienna boasts a smooth ride and responsive handling. While the previous-generation Sienna was soft, maybe too soft, this latest version strikes a good balance between ride and handling. Smooth and responsive describes the powertrain as well. It all adds up to a vehicle that's enjoyable to drive, whether on long trips or for quick errands, loaded with people or by yourself.
On the mountain roads above Palm Springs, we found the Sienna could be driven quickly, like a car. Its steering is responsive and there's little body roll, or lean, when cornering. The Sienna offers very good transient response, quickly changing directions on winding roads without losing composure. It feels stable at high speeds. Honda Odyssey is known for sharp handling, while Chrysler Town & Country is known for a smooth ride. Toyota says it designed the Sienna to beat both of them at both of their games. |