We got a new van last weekend. It's a 2010 Toyota Sienna. We were not planning on getting a new vehicle until some time next Spring, but my SUV died (2001 Mazda Tribute). We already knew we had $1700 in AC repairs needed, and then there was about $250 for some brake power booster repairs. Then one day I was taking Sam to school and it just wouldn't go over 10 mph. In trying to drive it home something happened between the catalytic converter and cylinder 5 which resulted in melted plastic and at least another $1500 worth of repairs. Oh, and then it would be due for all of the 100,000 mile standard maintenance, like replacing belts. Now considering that the SUV was only worth $3700 for a trade-in, we really had no interest in trying to get it repaired with a baby coming in a week.
I actually wanted to get a Highlander Hybrid, but quickly found out that you have to wait 6 months for one of those, so that wasn't an option. I went in with the intention of just getting a regular Highlander, but I just wanted to take a look at the Sienna. The Highlander was definitely sexier, but nowhere near as practical. I didn't think I would fall in love with a van, but it is amazingly wonderful to drive.
Third row seats down.
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