Sportier and more family-friendly than ever

#6. It’s no sports car

Despite the sporty new model, the 2011 Toyota Sienna is still a big, heavy vehicle with a high center of gravity. A stripped down Sienna weighs 4275 pounds and an all-wheel drive model tops out at 4750 pounds before options. From behind the wheel, the heft means the Sienna leans a lot in turns, has numb steering feel, and doesn’t react quickly to fast changes of direction. We drove the Sienna on twisty California roads and could feel the weight shift from side to side, making us want to slow down. Those who want a more agile vehicle that still offers useful interior space should consider a station wagon or crossover. Many of today’s new breed of station wagons and crossovers are also fun to drive while providing plenty of interior room.