2013 Toyota Sienna: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The most important change for the 2013 Toyota Sienna is the end of the four-cylinder engine. Every trim uses the 266-hp 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic, while the rest of the updates are relatively minor and trim-specific.

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About the 2013 Toyota Sienna

3rd generation (2011-2020), third model year before the larger 2015 refresh.

Toyota positions the Sienna as a family-first minivan that mixes big-cabin usefulness with more style and road manners than buyers usually expect from a van. The core appeal is simple: strong V6 power, flexible seating for people or cargo, a roomy three-row cabin, and features aimed at parents as much as kids. A big differentiator in this era is available AWD, which Toyota highlighted because no other family van in the US offered it.

The Sienna lineup ranges from the basic seven-passenger L to the family-focused LE, which has power sliding doors, a power liftgate, and a backup camera. The SE adds a lower, sportier suspension and distinct body trim, while the XLE brings heated leather seats and a moonroof. At the top, the Limited has lounge-style second-row seats, dual moonroofs, parking sensors, and a blind-spot monitor.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

Toyota discontinued the four-cylinder engine. Every 2013 Sienna has a 266-hp 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic.

Trim lineup

The Base trim was dropped and the L trim joined the lineup.

Comfort

Three-zone automatic climate control became standard on the LE. The XLE and Limited gained a standard acoustic windshield to reduce cabin noise.

Safety

The Limited gained a standard blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert.

Tech

Premium audio and proximity keyless entry were no longer standard on the XLE; individual vans may still have them as optional equipment.

Styling

The SE gained chrome-accented exterior door handles.

2013 Toyota Sienna specs and features by trim

Feature	2013 Toyota SiennaL0 in stock	2013 Toyota SiennaLE4 in stock	2013 Toyota SiennaSE0 in stock	2013 Toyota SiennaXLE3 in stock	2013 Toyota SiennaLimited0 in stock
Engine	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg
MPG Highway	25 mpg	25 mpg	25 mpg	25 mpg	25 mpg
Horsepower	266 hp	266 hp	266 hp	266 hp	266 hp
Torque	245 lb-ft	245 lb-ft	245 lb-ft	245 lb-ft	245 lb-ft
Max Towing	3500 lb	3500 lb	3500 lb	3500 lb	3500 lb
Trunk/Cargo	150 cu-ft	150 cu-ft	150 cu-ft	150 cu-ft	150 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	36.3 in	36.3 in	36.3 in	36.3 in	36.3 in
Seats	7	8	8	8	7
Doors	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Hill Start Assist
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
Fog Lights
HID Headlights
Heated Mirrors
LED Tail Lights
Memory Exterior Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Power Sliding Doors
Privacy Glass
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Satellite Radio
Smartphone Interface
Subwoofer
USB Ports
Comfort & Convenience
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Lounge Rear Seat
Memory Driver's Seat
Power Driver Seat
Power Folding Third Row Seat
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Rear Window Shades
Remote Start
Third Row Seat
Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
Wood Interior Trim

How the 2014 Toyota Sienna compares

The 2014 Toyota Sienna is a light-update year, not a redesign. The main change is standard factory tow-preparation hardware on every trim, supporting a maximum 3,500-pound towing rating when properly set up.

See the full 2014 changes

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest difference between the 2013 and 2012 Toyota Sienna?

The biggest difference is that every 2013 Toyota Sienna has the 266-hp 3.5-liter V6. Toyota discontinued the four-cylinder engine after 2012, and the other updates were mainly equipment changes on individual trims.

Does the 2013 Toyota Sienna have a four-cylinder engine?

No. Every 2013 Toyota Sienna uses a 266-hp 3.5-liter V6 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Which 2013 Toyota Sienna has blind-spot monitoring?

The 2013 Sienna Limited has a standard blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert. This was a new standard feature for the Limited that year, not a lineup-wide safety update.

Which 2013 Sienna trims received a quieter windshield?

The 2013 Sienna XLE and Limited gained a standard acoustic windshield. Its purpose is to reduce the amount of outside noise entering the cabin.

Is the 2013 Toyota Sienna a major redesign?

No. The 2013 Sienna is a light-update model within the third generation introduced for 2011. Its main change is the V6-only engine lineup, followed by smaller trim-specific equipment updates.