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Re: First model year purchase? [kens] by tsu670
Aug 15, 2009 (4:41 pm)
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Replying to: kens (Aug 15, 2009 2:54 pm)

My understanding is that the 2011 model will be a major revision. It appears Honda has moved its 2011 redesigned Odyssey up to be introduced at about the same time as the new Sienna. Rumor, and that's all this is, continues that production of the '11 Sienna will begin in Princeton, IN this coming January.
 
Inasfar as buying the last year of an aging release versus the first year of a new model, that's something that must be addressed as to the individual's confidence of the manufacturer.
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Re: First model year purchase? [kens] by nobo
Aug 15, 2009 (8:28 pm)
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Replying to: kens (Aug 15, 2009 2:54 pm)

Major changes (per internet info) are the six speed transmission that is already in the Camry, new front and rear design. There will probably be more updates as well.
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Not to mention... by tsu670
Aug 16, 2009 (4:32 am)
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... there will be a major platform change. Same as new Venza. BUT, have not seen or heard a word about the prospects for a hybrid version with this release (often wondered where they would put the batteries).
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Re: First model year purchase? [kens] by ateixeira
Aug 17, 2009 (12:39 pm)
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Replying to: kens (Aug 15, 2009 2:54 pm)

The current model is fairly mature, so I think besides the styling most changes will be merely evolutionary.
 
I do think it will be styled much differently - look at the new JDM minivans. Square exteriors with very modern interiors.
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Similar to Venza by carbuf1
Sep 17, 2009 (5:52 pm)
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I believe it will look very much a like the Venza inside and out, only on a longer wider wheelbase.
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Suggestions by ateixeira
Sep 18, 2009 (7:47 am)
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I watched a few CNET Check the Tech reviews on video (highly recommended) and came up with a few suggestions for the next generation:
 
* change to hard-drive based Nav rather than DVD-based
* add trajectory lines to the backup cam
* add HD radio (it's free, satellite radio isn't)
 
Mostly, though, I'd like to see some nice features more readily available:
 
* offer an LE package with power hatch as well
* or at least offer an XLE with 8 seats
* reconsider run-flats
* AWD + 8 seats please
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Re: Suggestions [ateixeira] by bmwk75s
Sep 18, 2009 (8:57 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Sep 18, 2009 7:47 am)

How about skipping the transmission and driveshafts and replace with electric motors at the front or all (for AWD) wheels. Don't worry about batteries for storage of the power, use the motor connected to a generator to power everything.
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Re: Suggestions [bmwk75s] by ateixeira
Sep 18, 2009 (10:03 am)
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Replying to: bmwk75s (Sep 18, 2009 8:57 am)

Sounds pretty radical. It's a big, heavy vehicle.
 
I could imagine a gas-electric hybrid starting with the big 4 banger in the base Venza.
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Re: Similar to Venza [carbuf1] by tsu670
Sep 18, 2009 (4:37 pm)
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Replying to: carbuf1 (Sep 17, 2009 5:52 pm)

That would be sweet, but I hope it doesn't have the high door sills the Venza (and many new models with high door sills fashioned after the Chrysler 300) has. The passenger seat on the Venza can't be raised up or down, so if one has claustrophobic issues, it won't be fun.
 
I like the current trucks and vans where you sit up high above the window sill, shoulders and all; not down low like you're in a pit.
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sneek peak by carbuf1
Sep 19, 2009 (4:39 pm)
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Here are some spy photos of the 2011 Sienna:
 
http://www.leftlanenews.com/cars/image_popup/newgallery2.php?postid=18797&galler- - - ynum=0&defimage=http://photos.leftlanenews.com/photos/imageresizeronfly/phpThumb- - - .php%3Fsrc%3D/photos/content/may2009/toyota-sienna-new-1.jpg%26w%3D1600
 
http://jalopnik.com/photogallery/2011siennaspy/1007952937?viewSize=thumb1280x128- - 0
 
If you look closely you can see the Venza like grill and tail lights and note the small window next to the side view mirrors. Also the fog lights.
 

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