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2016 Toyota Sienna

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

Toyota Sienna
Pictured: 2021 Toyota Sienna XLE Hybrid, front 12.21.21. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Minivan - 2WD
Body styles
Le AWD, Le/Se/Limited FWD, Xle AWD V6
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
Length
200 in
Curb weight
4,277–4,663 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Few owner complaints76 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 297 for similar models.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2016 Toyota Sienna is a minivan offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 200 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,508 lb (Le AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 2% better than the 2016 minivan average of 20.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.

What changed for 2016

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Sienna — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Sienna →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Le AWD200 in78 in71.3 in119.3 in67.7 / 67.7 in4,508 lb56/44
Le/Se/Limited FWD200 in78 in70.9 in119.3 in67.7 / 67.7 in4,277 lb57/43
Xle AWD V6200 in78 in71.3 in119.3 in67.7 / 67.7 in4,663 lb56/44

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Sienna 2WD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 21+2%$3,200430
Sienna AWD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)All-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19–$3,550467
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.5 MPG2016 Minivan - 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Toyota Sienna.

Similar 2016 minivans

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2016 Toyota Sienna (this car)21 MPGNot rated5
2016 Kia Sedona21 MPGNot rated4
2016 Honda Odyssey22 MPGNot rated6
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan20 MPGNot rated6
2016 Chrysler Town and Country20 MPGNot rated5
2016 Nissan Quest22 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (5)

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles

Problem
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jul 25, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V553000 · 303 vehicles

Problem
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
Risk
The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jun 4, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V410000 · 705 vehicles

Problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.
Risk
The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Structure › Body › Door · Nov 29, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V858000 · 744,437 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016. If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door may subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.
Risk
If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block, rear sliding door wire harnesses, and install two sub wire harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.
Seat Belts › Front · Apr 7, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V197000 · 234 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured February 15, 2016, to February 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, incorrect front seat belt height adjusters may have been installed. During a crash, this incorrect height adjuster may contact the B-pillar and tear or separate.
Risk
Failure and detachment of seat belt height adjuster would result in the occupant not being properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt height adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0H.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2016 Toyota Sienna is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

76Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
7Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
6Injuries reported
19,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Structure › Body23
Unknown Or Other14
Electrical System8
Seat Belts6
Air Bags5
Wheels5
Exterior Lighting4
Steering4
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
18/01: 218/02: 118/04: 118/07: 118/11: 118/12: 119/01: 119/05: 219/06: 119/12: 220/02: 120/07: 120/08: 221/02: 121/03: 121/11: 122/09: 123/02: 223/06: 124/02: 125/02: 125/04: 225/08: 126/09: 118/0118/0719/0119/1220/0821/1123/0625/04max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2016 Toyota Sienna buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Structure › Body — 23 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
  3. Electrical System — 8 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Seat Belts — 6 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 19,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Sienna. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Sienna years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated118
2025 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated6267
2024 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated469
2023 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated371
2022 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated522
2021 Sienna36203.5 inNot rated445
2020 Sienna21200 in★★★★★238
2019 Sienna22200 in★★★★★745
2018 Sienna22200 in★★★★★772
2017 Sienna22200 in★★★★★10156
2015 Sienna21200 inNot rated6233
2014 Sienna21200 inNot rated6153

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →