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Before the arrival of children there is a strange custom held by most adults. It is the custom of going out to buy a vehicle based on price, looks and speed. Most adult car buyers do not really pay attention to the safety features beyond if there are working seatbelts. Becoming a parent changes things tremendously. Even the flashiest vehicle gets a thorough once, twice and trice over when it comes to safety and that is important. It is important to know that the vehicle you are driving, or riding in, can protect the ones you love in case there were to be an accident. And as a knowledgeable adult you do know that accidents can happen,  so safety is extremely important.

Minivans are, as a whole, incredibly dependable and safe. They have lots of passenger room and an engine that is capable of hauling larger loads. But to say that all minivans are the same except for exterior looks would be doing the Toyota Sienna an injustice. The Sienna safety features have quickly moved this minivan into the leader of the pack and has been given numerous awards based on those safety features.

When analyzing the Sienna safety specifications it is important to realize that awards are given based on areas of impact. For front crash tests and rollover tests the Sienna ranked 4 stars. On side impact the Sienna safety features gave the minivan a 5 star rating. Out of 8 minivans in its class the Sienna ranked number one according to US News. That is very impressive.

Here are just a few of the Sienna safety features: three-row side curtain airbags, driver’s knee bag, front and side airbags, active head restraints and there are some models that now come equipped with the optional Pre-Collision system. This system can prepare the occupants and the vehicle for an impending collision. That is a far cry from the old days when just a safety harness would do!

The Sienna safety features do not stop there though. There is a navigation package, rear cameras, parking sensors, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability system, AWD, and even three latch positions for car seats. The Sienna safety features clearly have given Toyota the right to brag about this minivan. The best part is the price. By keeping the Sienna affordable it means that all customers seeking a minivan can now consider this a viable option.