Does AWD Sienna now come in 8 seater?

Peony

Member
Last time I had a Sienna, it was a 2006 and back then the AWD version only came in a 7 seater. I've driven a 2009 Ford Expedition EL since I bought it new. I upgraded from the Sienna due to the 8th seat issue and lack of cargo room.

Our needs have changed once again over the years and I am finding myself daydreaming about how much I loved the Sienna. AWD and a 8 seater is a must though. I always, always have extra kids beyond just my 4. Now that we live in-town and massive amounts of cargo room isn't a must because I can run home to unload my cargo as need be instead of driving 30 miles each way. I do still do need a decent amount with how many sports we play on a daily basis.

As high of a trim level as possible is nice, I used to have the XLE but I think that is always a 7 seater? I just sat here trying to find out the answer but couldn't come up anything concrete. My main gripes with my Expedition EL is the PIA is accessing the third row frequently which I doubt I am going to get away from with a 8 seater and the massive doors making loading my herd of kids up in tight parking spots on narrow streets downright dangerous at times. Sliding doors again alone would be huge for that. I am doubting I am missing any other vehicle that would work, if so feel free to point one out! TIA.
 
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tl01

New member
My 2012 limited awd sienna didn't come as an 8 passenger. I don't think they have made any major changes since. The limited isn't available at all as an 8 passenger. I don't believe any of the awd are available as an 8 passenger either. It is the only awd minivan.
 

MommyShannon

New member
If you haven't looked at the new models, it's very different from the model you had. The 8th seat is much smaller and there are only 3 top tethers total.
ETA: and as far as I've heard it still isn't available with the awd version.
 

Marvin711

New member
We just looked at Toyota Sienna line up tonight online and saw no AWD/8 seated option. We were discussing whether it would be an option to go from Ody to Sienna to gain the AWD, but 8 seats is a must for us!
 

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