5 Reasons the 2016 Sienna Should Be Your Family Vehicle

Apr 14, 2016

5 Reasons the 2016 Sienna Should Be Your Family Vehicle Whether you’re starting a family, adding another to the bunch, or just needing some extra cargo space, you should get a car that’s up to the task. For most people, however, buying a minivan just isn’t an option, as its stereotypical cool factor is nonexistent. That was before the 2016 Toyota Sienna burst on the scene. Known as the original “Swagger Wagon,” the Sienna combines all the features you want in an attractive package, shedding the “soccer mom” stigma and showing the world it’s cool to drive a minivan. Here are just a few reasons why.

Loads of Room

A growing family requires additional size requirements. Your house needs to get bigger, clothes get larger, and ultimately you need more space in your car for kids, sporting gear, and other supplies. As if the Sienna knew your plight, it has grown for this model year, accommodating up to eight people and a whopping 150 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. With that type of room, you can haul just about anything.

The Nonsense Silencer

It’s a well-known fact that siblings tend to go berserk when confronted with the task of staying civil during a long road trip. Sure, you can try the “I’ll turn this car around” bit or the reach around limb grab, but it’s only a matter of time before your kids figure out you’re bluffing. Thankfully, the Sienna has an available Dual-View Blu-Ray Disc Entertainment Center to corral the kids. It comes with two 120-volt outlets, two sets of wireless headphones, and a 16.4-inch display screen. You’ll just have to cross your fingers that they can agree on what to watch.

Spectacular Engine

If you think that minivans don’t pack a punch under the hood, it’s probably because you haven’t hopped behind the wheel of the Sienna. Once you get in that driver’s seat, you’ll have access to a 3.5-liter, V6 engine that rocks an impressive 266 horsepower. Plus, it still takes you up to 25 miles per gallon on the highway, which is an eclectic mix of power and efficiency.

Safety, Safety, Safety

Even when the kids are acting a bit bratty, you still want to protect your precious cargo from a mishap. With the Sienna, you have all the passive and active features you could ever want. Standard specs include curtain airbags and stability control, while upper trims offer active safety features like a blind spot monitor, rearview camera, and cross-traffic alert. With all these additions, it’s no wonder the Sienna received a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Cockpit Swag

Behind the wheel of the Sienna, you’ll dream that you’ve entered some sort of high-tech spaceship. The layout is beautifully constructed and has loads of amenities. Some of these include Bluetooth technology, a seven-inch touchscreen with navigation, a JBL sound system, and steering wheel-mounted controls. It’s also so comfortable that it’s the perfect place to escape your lovable little monsters every now and again.

The 2016 Sienna is the complete package, and very few other minivans or even SUVs can rival its offerings. Plus, it starts at under $30,000. Rather than toy with other vehicles, take one drive in the Sienna and you’ll love it, as will the kids.

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