The 2008 Toyota Sienna minivan is available in 7 or 8 passengers seating configurations and provides an abundance of creature comforts and a smooth, comfortable ride.

The Sienna is available in your choice of 4 trim levels-the CE, LE, XLE and Limited. All models feature a spacious open design cabin that is equipped with high quality materials throughout. The CE and LE are available in 7 or 8 passenger models, while the upscale SLE and Limited are configured to accommodate 7 passengers only. With the exception of the front wheel drive only CE, all models are offered with a choice of front wheel drive or all wheel drive. The 2nd row captain's chairs in 7 passenger models can easily be positioned together to create a bench seat. 8 passengers are accommodated with a 40/20/40 split bench 2nd row seat with a center section that slides just over a foot closer to front seats, which makes access to a small child seated there less than an arms reach away. A maximum cargo area of 149 cubic feet is more than ample for most large families

The base model CE includes 16 inch steel wheels, front and rear air conditioning, dual sliding rear doors with power operated windows, power windows, door locks and mirrors, and a 6 speaker stereo with CD player and auxiliary audio jack. In addition to the folding 2nd and 3rd row seats, the front passenger seat also folds down to increase cargo space. The LE enhances these features with privacy glass, heated mirrors, a roof rack, cruise control and both a CD changer and steering wheel mounted stereo system controls. The XLE features alloy wheels, a power lift gate, power operated adjustable front seats, automatic headlights, a trip computer, removable center console, three zone automatic climate control, and superior quality faux wood interior trim. The lavish Limited version is enhanced with a sunroof, heated leather seats, leather and wood steering wheel, rear window shades, windshield wiper deicer, and a JBL 10 speaker sound system. Each all wheel drive Sienna is equipped with 17 inch wheels, run flat tires and the wiper de-icer. Option packages are available for those who would like to fill their cabin with features such as a rear seat DVD entertainment system, a power folding 3rd row seat and a Bluetooth enabled combination navigation system with back up camera.

All models are equipped with an outstanding 3.5 liter V6 engine that produces 266 horsepower and is mated to a sophisticated 5 speed automatic transmission. The superb combination equates to efficient performance, a smooth ride and decent gas mileage with front wheel drive EPA ratings of 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway and AWD ratings of 16 mpg in city traffic and 21 mpg on highway treks.

Minivans are not as popular as they once were, with many families turning to various sized sport utility and cross over vehicles, but the 2008 Toyota Sienna offers an excellent choice in the minivan category. As expected of all Toyota vehicles, safety features are abundant and safety ratings are top notch. Comfort and convenience options are plentiful and well designed while the powertrain is well suited for the vehicle's size, offering plenty of acceleration and smooth gear shifts, and reliable. Being one of the most spacious minivan's as well as one of the few that offers seating for 8 passengers and an all wheel drive option, the Sienna can satisfy the transportation and cargo needs of most large families very nicely.