Sportier and more family-friendly than ever

#5. There’s a sporty model for NASCAR dads who want to look cool

The 2011 Toyota Sienna is offered in five models: base, LE, SE, XLE and Limited. The SE model is new, and it’s meant to be sportier than the others. The most notable changes are on the exterior, where it features a cool mesh grille, more aggressive front and rear fascias, side skirts that visually lower the vehicle, and attractive smoke-finish 19-inch wheels. Inside, there are leatherette seats with cloth inserts and a unique speedometer with a white background. To improve handling, the suspension uses stiffer shocks and springs, the stance is lowered 11 millimeters, and the electric power steering is tuned to be heavier and faster. From behind the wheel, the SE feels more planted than other models, with less body lean in turns and more responsive steering. The low-profile tires make more noise though, and the ride is notable firmer, so check it out before you buy.