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2000 Toyota Sienna XLE

The 2000 Toyota Sienna XLE is a 194-hp 3.0-liter V6 minivan with a 4-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,334 MSRP.

It makes 194 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 209 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.

The Sienna measures 193.5 inches long on a 114.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,860 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeMinivan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$27,334 ($51,589 *)
Engine
Engine TypeAluminum 3.0-liter, DOHC 24-valve V6 with multi-point EFI
Displacement3 L
Horsepower194 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque209 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 24-valve
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Overdrive (ECT)
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Tank Capacity20.9 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut front suspension w/ gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionTorsion beam rear suspension w/ coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers
Turning Diameter40 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Tires FrontP205/70R15 All-Season
Tires RearP205/70R15 All-Season
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.5 in
Width73.6 in
Height67.3 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Front Track61.6 in
Rear Track63.4 in
Ground Clearance5.3 in
Cargo Volume17.9 ft³
Curb Weight3,860 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.6 in
Headroom Rear37.1 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear34 in
Shoulder Room Front60.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear59.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2000 Toyota Sienna

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota SIENNA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 20, 2010 · STRUCTURE

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998 THROUGH 2010 SIENNA PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN AUGUST 7, 1997 AND JANUARY 4, 2010, CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE SPARE TIRE STOWED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN THE COLD CLIMATE REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES WHERE ROAD SALT IS FREQUENTLY USED, WATER SPLASHED BACKWARDS WITH HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT CAN REACH THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER AND CORRODE THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER ASSEMBLY CABLE.

Consequence: THE CABLE MAY BREAK DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND THE SPARE TIRE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS WITH AN INTERIM LETTER INITIALLY INSTRUCTING THEM TO BRING THEIR VEHICLE TO AUTHORIZED DEALERS TO INSPECT FOR CORROSION. A SECOND NOTICE WILL BE SENT WHEN THE PERMANENT REMEDY IS AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE TOYOTA'S AMENDED RECALL REPORT OF JULY 19, 2010. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OCTOBER 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 10V160000

374 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota SIENNA

Owner Complaints

374 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota SIENNA (22 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 19 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling71
Power Train67
Structure52
Tires43
Service Brakes40
Latches/Locks/Linkages36
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 6, 2023 · Suspension
“Rear wheels cambering rubbing on shock absorbers.”
Jul 30, 2023 · Service Brakes
“I had my car's brake lines replaced at McGee Toyota in Hanover MA on June 20, 2023. On July 19, 2023, my wife and I had just exited the interstate, and were stopping at a grocery store on our way…”
Jul 13, 2021 · Vehicle Speed Control
“I have a 2000 Sienna with 305000 miles. I have never had trouble with this vehicle until about 2 weeks ago. When I am stopped and my car is in drive, I just tap the gas pedal for a second and the…”
Sep 24, 2019 · Parking Brake, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA SIENNA. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS STARTED, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND MOVED FORWARD WITHOUT SHIFTING INTO DRIVE. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND…”
May 13, 2019 · Engine
“THE ENGINE LEAKS OIL AT VALVE COVERS. THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED. STILL LEAKS. AND A LOT OF SLUDGE BUILDS UP= ON PUMP SCREEN. BLEW ENGINE!! HAD ENGINE REPLACED. SAME THING HAPPENING. I AM ON SOCIAL…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 TOYOTA SIENNA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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