2006 Toyota Sienna problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2006 Toyota Sienna get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Toyota Sienna at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).

Q: How much is a 2006 Toyota Sienna worth?

Comparable 2006 Toyota Sienna listings run roughly $3,400–$8,998, typically around $6,198 (from 268 vehicles).

2006 Toyota Sienna at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints1,016

Combined18 mpg

Typical price$6,198

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2006 Toyota Sienna recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Toyota Sienna.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Toyota Sienna common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 1,016 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2006 Toyota Sienna MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg

City16 mpg

Highway23 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,425

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Toyota Sienna worth?

Low

$3,400

Typical price

$6,198

High

$8,998

From 268 comparable 2006 Toyota Sienna listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Toyota Sienna costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,125

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,500

Total$21,625

Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,198) with the same model 4 model-years older ($2,603), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.