The 2006 Sienna lasts over 300,000 miles with only some steering rack and power door issues. At $5,600 – $6,325 it’s expensive but worth it for one of the best used vans available.
Is the 2006 Toyota Sienna a Good Used Van?
- Yes, 2006 is a good year. Owners like the Sienna’s comfortable seats, spacious cabin, and affordable maintenance costs.
- Reliability ratings are great. There are transmission problems on the 2007–2008 models, making them ones to avoid.
- Performance is average from the single V6 engine offered.
- The Sienna is a safe van getting 4 out of 5 stars in government crash tests. It also offers adaptive cruise control on the highest model.
- Fuel economy is good at up to 19 MPG combined.
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What Do Critics Say About the Sienna?
- Consumer Reports finds the Sienna to be comfortable and well made with perfect owner satisfaction scores.
- Edmunds gives the Sienna a 4.4/5 and likes the smooth suspension, but notes it’s a bit noisy.
- Kelley Blue Book users rate the Sienna 4.6/5 and enjoy the tough interior that holds up to kids, but say the water pump wears out.
What Common Problems Does the 2006 Toyota Sienna Have?
Problems with the 2006 Toyota Sienna are relatively rare and include some steering issues, power door failures, and cracked dashes.
Leaks from the steering rack pinion seal are the most serious complaint showing up on some vans at around 90,000 miles. The only solution is to reseal the assembly, costing about $1,000.
Power sliding door failures are mentioned by some owners at roughly 75,000 miles. The motor or cables have worn out in some vans. Replacing the cables costs about $850, and a new motor is around $1,000.
Cracking dashes are a common complaint, happening on many Sienna’s at around 80,000 miles. Some owners replace the dash for around $1,000, while others install a dash cover for under $100.
There are 11 relatively minor recalls which mostly cover labels and corrosion. The most serious recall is for the shift lever assembly, which can allow the van to roll away while in park.
How Long Will the 2006 Toyota Sienna Last?
A properly maintained Sienna can last over 300,000 miles, which is 100,000 miles longer than the Dodge Grand Caravan. Regular annual maintenance costs are more affordable than other vans, at only $380 per year, according to Repair Pal.
Most 2006 Sienna’s will have over 100,000 miles, so buyers should be prepared to replace the water pump costing $725, air conditioning evaporator costing $650, and the ale shaft seal which costs $225.
Yes, it is reliable. It does not have any problems. I change the oil regularly and that is the only required maintenance.
Yes, it is very reliable and we have very few problems with it. We had the power side door actuators failed and one of the power seats in the rear got stuck.
Do not problems with this minivan is very safe for my family and anyone is very comfortable for my kids.
It is unbelievably reliable. No problems at all. It has 191,000 miles on it, I have only had to do basic maintenance, such as tires, brakes, timing.
Completely reliable. Other than the normal wear and tear - tires, brakes, battery - it is super duper reliable. One thing though, the power door (through normal wear and tear) has acted up and the button on the remote has malfunctioned twice. It is an easy fix, but hard for me to give up the time to schedule it.
Not really. The A/C works great. The automatic doors work well. And the windows go up and down just fine. It's working great!
I believe it may have a leak within the steering rack & pinion I've noticed a year in the gasket but no problems at all
The 2006 Toyota Sienna is a reliable van. It has had some issues such as air condition problems and the automatic side door issues. Other than those it has been very reliable.
How Much Is the 2006 Toyota Sienna Worth?
Blue book values range from $5,600 – $6,325, making the Sienna $2,000 more expensive than a Nissan Quest or Chrysler Town & Country. When new, the price range was $23,775 to $32,930. Depreciation is better than average, losing only around 5% of its current value per year.
What are the Different Models of the Sienna?
There are four models of the Sienna available. Technology is good and was last updated for 2006, there’s a complete redesign for the 2010 model with a new infotainment system.
CE is the entry-level model with:
- 16-Inch Steel Wheels
- Keyless Entry
- Cloth Seating
- AM/FM/CD Stereo System With 6 Speakers
LE is a step up adding:
- Cruise Control
- Heated Exterior Mirrors
- Roof Rack
XLE is a good choice and has:
- 16-Inch Alloy Wheels
- Power Sliding Doors & Liftgate
- Three-Zone Climate Control
XLE Limited is the flagship luxury model with:
- 17-Inch Alloy Wheels
- Leather Seating
- Parking Assistance
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Moonroof
What Engines Come In the Sienna?
The only engine offered in the Sienna is an average powered 3.3L V6 which has 215 horsepower and gets up to 19 MPG combined. Performance is similar to other vans taking 8.6 seconds to go from 0-60 MPH.
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How Big Is the Sienna?
The 2006 Toyota Sienna is an average sized minivan similar to the Mazda MPV and Kia Sedona. Passenger space is fantastic throughout the cabin with room for adults in all 3 rows.
Cargo space is great, offering 43.6 cubic feet of room behind the third row, 94.5 behind the second, and up to 148.9 with both rear rows folded flat.
How Does the Sienna Compare to the Competition?
The Honda Odyssey is the closest competitor costing around $1000 less. Where the Odyssey stands out is with better performance, but the Sienna has lower ownership costs. We recommend the Sienna since they last a bit longer, but both are good vans.
The Chrysler Pacifica is another popular rival with prices starting at $2,000 less. Interior materials are more luxurious in the Pacifica, but the Sienna is more spacious. We recommend going with a Sienna which has significantly fewer complaints from owners.
Do Owners Recommend the Toyota Sienna?
Yes, it has over 135k miles and is very reliable. Tires, brakes and oil change are the only required maintenance.
Yes it is a very good vehicle. Dependable, versatile and comfortable. We love the color except the bumper paint top coat is peeling.
Yes is good for me and my family is big and good the engineers no problems the space is good for me.
It is wonderful. It has 191,000 miles on it and has very few issues. As a matter of fact, everything has been basic maintenance.
Absolutely! It starts every morning in the winter, the heating and a/c work quickly, I feel safe while driving, I can fit 3 bikes in the back if I load them carefully.
Yes, excellent! I love all the Hidey holes for things. There are wonderful little places to stash things everywhere and plenty of cup holders!
Great best van I've ever owned I purchased it used it drives like new it is surprisingly great on gas I drive at least 40-70 miles a day and has given me no issues
The 2006 Toyota Sienna is a great vehicle. It still runs great. There have been a few minor issues, but above all it is a good vehicle.