Sportier and more family-friendly than ever

#10. It now has a four-cylinder engine with plenty of pep

In addition to the carryover 266-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, the 2011 Sienna adds a four-cylinder engine for the first time. The 2.7-liter four is the same engine that powers the Toyota Venza and Highlander. It is offered in the base and LE models, and it makes 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque, which is enough for most everyday needs. Power from a stop is more than adequate and drivers should have no problem keeping up with traffic. Compared to the V6, the four is notably rougher during hard acceleration and it just doesn’t have as much passing punch. However, it gets 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway, compared to the V6’s 18/24 ratings, and it costs less, giving the 2011 Sienna a lower starting price than the 2010 model.