DecodedCars2023 Toyota Sienna
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Body styles
- Minivan AWD, Minivan FWD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 189 hp
- Transmission
- e-CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7–8
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 36 combined · 36 city / 36 hwy
- Length
- 203.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,621–4,740 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 36 MPG combined — 40% better than the average 2023 minivan (25.7 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Seats up to 83 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 189 hp, versus about 287 hp for similar 2023 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Toyota Sienna is a minivan offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 204 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,740 lb (Minivan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 36 MPG combined (36 city / 36 highway), 40% better than the 2023 minivan average of 25.7 MPG, for an estimated $1,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Sienna — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Sienna →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Princeton, Indiana
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Sienna configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minivan AWD | 203.5 in | 78.3 in | 69.7 in | 120.5 in | 67.7 / 68.5 in | 4,740 lb | 54/46 |
| Minivan FWD | 203.5 in | 78.3 in | 69.7 in | 120.5 in | 67.7 / 68.5 in | 4,621 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sienna 2WD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 / 36 / 36 | +40% | $1,850 | 246 |
| Sienna AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 35 / 36 / 35 | – | $1,900 | 253 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Toyota Sienna.
Similar 2023 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota Sienna (this car) | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2023 Kia Carnival | 22 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2023 Honda Odyssey | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2023 Chrysler Voyager | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2023 Chrysler Pacifica | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 14 |
Recalls (3)
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Recliner · Oct 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V690000 · 228,367 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Sienna Hybrid 7-passenger vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to remain secured in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- A seat back that is not secured may fail to properly protect an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ECU) software. For vehicles equipped with the "Mobility as a Service" (MaaS) package, dealers will replace the two second-row seat backs. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB24 and 26TA24.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V877000 · 1,019 vehicles
- Problem
- Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. 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
- Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Recliner · Feb 13, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V086000 · 167,802 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Sienna Hybrid vehicles. The bolts for the seatbacks on the third-row seat assemblies may not be tightened properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints," 207, "Seating Systems," and 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Risk
- An improperly tightened seatback may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will tighten the seat assembly bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA05.
Not every 2023 Toyota Sienna is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Toyota Sienna buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Service Brakes — 26 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Visibility/Wiper — 6 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Electrical System — 6 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 44,242 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota Sienna. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Sienna years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sienna | 36 | 203.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 18 |
| 2025 Sienna | 36 | 203.5 in | Not rated | 6 | 268 |
| 2024 Sienna | 36 | 203.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 69 |
| 2022 Sienna | 36 | 203.5 in | Not rated | 5 | 22 |
| 2021 Sienna | 36 | 203.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 45 |
| 2020 Sienna | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 38 |
| 2019 Sienna | 22 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 45 |
| 2018 Sienna | 22 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 72 |
| 2017 Sienna | 22 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 156 |
| 2016 Sienna | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 76 |
| 2015 Sienna | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 233 |
| 2014 Sienna | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 153 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →