2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Toyota Sienna
Overview | |
MSRP$29,800 | MSRP$34,460 |
Average price$29,380 | Average price$39,613 |
Listings1982 | Listings640 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2021 Chevrolet Traverse Reviews SummaryLike a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. | |
2021 Toyota Sienna Reviews SummaryToyota’s minivan got a major makeover for 2021, now entering its fourth generation of production since debuting as a 1997 model. For the first time, the Sienna gets a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain, and not only that—it’s standard equipment. The Sienna Hybrid is built on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA-K) platform, shared with the Highlander and other current Toyota models. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 310 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City18 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 310 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City18 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.0 cu ft | Cargo Space33.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4362 lbs | Curb Weight4610 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height68.5 in |
Length204.3 in | Length203.7 in |
Width78.6 in | Width78.5 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase120.5 in |
Maximum Payload1798 lbs | Maximum Payload1560 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,800 | $34,460 |
Average price | $29,380 | $39,613 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Like a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. | Toyota’s minivan got a major makeover for 2021, now entering its fourth generation of production since debuting as a 1997 model. For the first time, the Sienna gets a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain, and not only that—it’s standard equipment. The Sienna Hybrid is built on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA-K) platform, shared with the Highlander and other current Toyota models. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 310 hp V6 | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 18 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 310 hp V6 | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 18 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.0 cu ft | 33.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4362 lbs | 4610 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 204.3 in | 203.7 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 78.5 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 120.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1798 lbs | 1560 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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