Toyota Sienna vs. Toyota Highlander Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Toyota Sienna or Toyota Highlander reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Toyota Sienna and the Toyota Highlander truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Toyota Sienna and Toyota Highlander reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Toyota Sienna and the Toyota Highlander were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Toyota Sienna and the Toyota Highlander have been recently.
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Toyota Sienna Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Toyota Sienna
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Toyota Sienna Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Toyota Sienna: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Toyota (regardless of people feel) is a company that produces dead reliable cars. |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota stood behind their warranty. They did not just "reset the computer"... they got to (hopefully) root cause. See below on dislikes. |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
no problems |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Previous and current owners give it high marks |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I considered the Odyssey and Sienna to replace my 00 Chrysler T&C LTD. I had a better selection of Sienna's, and their reliability is reported to be much better than the Honda. |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Minimal time in shop, few repairs needed, less down time. |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Excellent product reviews and manufacturer reputation. 50,000km and no problems thus far. |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
This is the most reliable minivan on the market. I hear the Honda drives just a bit better but it is not as reliable |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota quality is already well known overall and I already own a Toyota as well |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
It has the power to climb hills and accelerate as needed. We live in a town on a hill so this is important. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Almost no repair problems. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
fit and finish is very good. I have had no issues at all at 42000 miles (car purchased in USA vs Canada due to $13000 cheaper). |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I liked it better at time of purchase. I assumed becuse it was a Toyota I would have no problems. That did not become the case though. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
It is proven through research organizations. |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The reliability was perfect - absolutely zero problems in 75,000 miles. |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
89K since I bought it new, 12 trips from Toronto: Quebec city, Montreal, North Bay, Ottawa, French River, Detroit, Cincinnati, New York, Chicago, Pelee Island, Killbear, Tobermory and many shorter trips. Done front breaks and nothing else. |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Never in the shop except for routine maintenance. |
| 2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
From the time I own until now, all I did is put gas and change the oil, coolant/antifreeze, airfilter and transmission fluid. |
| 2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Trouble-free operation |
| 2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The van has had no mechanical problems - I am the 3rd owner |
| 2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Other than a couple of recall items shortly after we purchased in early 2004 we have had no reliability issues, repairs, etc. |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 210-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Since vehicle was new in 2002 we have had zero defects,the finish of paint is great and overall lack of corrosion is terrific,considering we use salt on our roads in winter.and we live in canada. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Toyota Sienna: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I had major computer (electrical?) issues - all warning lights on console lit up. Details: NHTSA.gov TSB. Multiple trips for repair and 30 days loss of use to remedy. I bought Toyota over Honda due to (TQM) quality methods. I feel somewhat cheated here. |
| 2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
We have had at least 8 recalls on the car We have replaced the transmission which was faulty from day one Run flat tires are horrible - bad decision |
What Our Members Are Saying about Toyota Highlander Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Toyota Highlander.
