Honda Won't Like The Toyota Sienna's Price and Fuel Efficiency

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The minivan segment is incredibly competitive
There are only six tried-and-true minivans still on the market (seven, counting the VW ID.Buzz), which means the competition is fierce among the top contenders. Among them are the Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey, both of which have a strong reputation for reliability among family haulers. When it comes down to price and efficiency, however, Toyota's offering pulls away from the pack.
The Toyota Sienna is an affordable family hauler
Starting at under $40,000, the Toyota Sienna is one of the most affordable family minivans on the market. Backed by Toyota's reputation for practicality and reliability, it's no surprise the Sienna still stands while many past competitors have fallen. The Honda Odyssey, one of the Sienna's most notable competitors, starts at just over $42,000.
At the base level, both the Sienna and Odyssey offer fairly standard equipment for the segment. Power sliding side doors, LED lighting, and tri-zone automatic climate control make the list. As far as tech goes, both minivans include wireless phone charging, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a myriad of safety systems.
At the top of the range, the Sienna becomes more expensive than the Odyssey, with the Platinum trim starting at $56,445. The Odyssey Elite is over $5,000 cheaper, priced from $51,180. While the Sienna's top-spec trim is more expensive, it may be over the top for some consumers. In fact, one could argue that the Sienna Limited, available from $50,500, is a better match for the Odyssey Elite.
At those kinds of prices, you'd expect luxury levels of comfort and convenience, and that's exactly what these minivans bring to the road. The Honda Odyssey Elite comes equipped with leather-trimmed, heated, and ventilated front seats, a hands-free power tailgate, and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel. In terms of tech, the Elite comes stocked with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, wireless phone charging, an 11-speaker premium audio system, and a 12.8-inch rear entertainment system.
Comparatively, the Sienna Limited comes with climate-controlled, leather-trimmed front seats, a power tailgate, and a leather-trimmed steering wheel. It matches the Odyssey Elite in tech, with wireless smartphone compatibility, wireless phone charging, and a 12-speaker JBL premium audio system. You'll have to opt for the Entertainment Package to get a rear entertainment system, though.
The range-topping Toyota Sienna Platinum seems designed to be the ultimate family hauler when it comes to comfort and convenience. It comes stock with a built-in vacuum and fridge, heated steering wheel, and tri-zone automatic climate control. The top-spec model is also available with a 1500W inverter that powers two outlets and a rear entertainment system with an 11.6-inch display, remote, and two wireless headphones.
The Toyota Sienna is the most efficient minivan
Regardless of trim level, the Toyota Sienna comes stocked with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors and an eCVT, producing 245 horsepower. When equipped with front-wheel drive, all Sienna trims are rated for an EPA-estimated 36 mpg across the board. Toyota's hybrid minivan is one of the few models in its class with optional all-wheel drive. When equipped with AWD, the Sienna sees its fuel economy drop to 34 mpg in the city, reducing combined fuel economy to 35 mpg.
The Honda Odyssey comes equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. It produces 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful of the two Japanese minivans. Notably, however, the Odyssey is only available with a front-wheel drivetrain. Regardless of trim level, the 2025 Honda Odyssey earns up to an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
Despite having less power and higher fuel economy, the Toyota Sienna matches the Honda Odyssey's 3,500 lbs. maximum towing capacity. When it comes to interior space, both minivans offer plenty of room for families and their cargo, but Honda's minivan is the clear winner, with up to 141 cu ft. of space. The Toyota Sienna's second-row seats aren't removable like some competitors, so it offers just 101 cu ft. of cargo space with both rear rows folded flat.
Final thoughts
When it comes to affordability and efficiency, the 2025 Toyota Sienna is the minivan of choice for budget-conscious drivers. The Sienna received an interior update for the 2025 model year, reinforcing its practical, yet comfortable design. The base model offers plenty of amenities that are standard for its segment, but the story changes with the higher trims. The Limited trim meets the needs of most consumers, and the Platinum trim offers the pinnacle of comfort and convenience. No matter the model, rest assured that the Toyota Sienna is a reliable family hauler for families from all walks of life.
Honda Won't Like The Toyota Sienna's Price and Fuel Efficiency first appeared on Autoblog on Jul 21, 2025
This story was originally reported by Autoblog on Jul 21, 2025, where it first appeared.