Dealer visit checklist

2025 Toyota Sienna checklist

Print it or keep it on your phone. Tick each item as you go so nothing gets missed.

Inspect the car

Check every panel gap and look for mismatched paint (signs of past accident repair)
Look at the tires: even wear, matching brands, at least 4/32" tread
Check under the car and engine bay for oil, coolant or other leaks
Start the engine cold; listen for knocks, ticks or squeals and watch for smoke
Test every window, lock, seat, light, the A/C, heat and infotainment
Test drive on city streets and highway: straight braking, smooth shifts, no pulling
Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report
Have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection (about $100–$200)

Hybrid battery health should be monitored after 100,000 miles though Toyota's 10-year/150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty provides strong coverage
Sliding door motor and track issues have been reported on higher-mileage examples — inspect operation carefully on used units
Infotainment system (Audio Multimedia) has received mixed reviews with some users reporting sluggish response and occasional software glitches requiring resets
Road noise and wind noise at highway speeds is a noted complaint, particularly on base LE and XLE trims without acoustic glass
Fuel pump assembly replacements have appeared on some 2021-2023 Siennas under TSB conditions — worth checking for open recalls at NHTSA.gov before purchase

Know the typical price: about $37,500 for this model year
Negotiate the out-the-door price, not the monthly payment
Get the full price with every fee listed in writing before you sign
Bring your own loan pre-approval so the dealer has a rate to beat
Say no to add-ons you didn't ask for (paint protection, VIN etching, nitrogen tires)
Negotiate your trade-in separately, after the car's price is agreed
Be ready to walk away; another listing is usually a click away