Toyota Sienna vs Honda Odyssey: Hybrid MPG or V6 Power?
Published October 1, 2026 · Last updated October 1, 2026
The Toyota Sienna vs Honda Odyssey choice comes down to one trade-off: hybrid efficiency or V6 versatility. The 2026 Toyota Sienna is a hybrid on every trim, rated up to 36 mpg combined, with all-wheel drive available and two years of ToyotaCare maintenance. The 2027 Honda Odyssey answers with a 280-hp V6, eight seats on every trim and removable second-row seats. The short answer: Sienna for high-mileage city driving, Odyssey for maximum seating and cargo flexibility.
Sienna or Odyssey: The Short Answer
- Choose the 2026 Toyota Sienna if you drive a lot: every Sienna is a hybrid rated up to 36 mpg combined, AWD is available, it starts lower at $40,120, ToyotaCare covers 2 years or 25,000 miles of maintenance, and its hybrid battery is covered for 10 years or 150,000 miles.
- Choose the 2027 Honda Odyssey if you haul a lot: eight seats on every trim, Magic Slide second-row seats that slide side to side or come out, up to 155.8 cubic feet of cargo space, a 280-hp V6 and a 12.8-inch rear entertainment screen on Touring and Elite.
- Bottom line for NYC: daily commuters on the BQE or Cross Bronx save the most with the Sienna; families who move furniture, juggle car seats or carry a full third row get more from the Odyssey.
Model-year timing: The 2026 Toyota Sienna is Toyota's current minivan; its design dates to 2021, and for 2026 the LE gained a power moonroof and power liftgate. As of October 1, 2026, we found no U.S. pricing or on-sale date for a 2027 Sienna. The 2027 Honda Odyssey is on sale now and carries over the design Honda refreshed for 2025. Read more about the 2027 Toyota Sienna and what's changing and the 2027 Honda Odyssey trim by trim.
Toyota Sienna vs Honda Odyssey Specs at a Glance
| Spec | 2026 Toyota Sienna | 2027 Honda Odyssey | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $40,120 (LE). Destination $1,495 | $43,195 (EX-L). Destination $1,595 | Sienna |
| Powertrain | 2.5L hybrid, 245 hp, eCVT | 3.5L V6, 280 hp, 10-speed automatic | Odyssey (power) |
| EPA mpg (combined) | Up to 36 FWD; 35 AWD | 22 (19 city / 28 highway) | Sienna |
| Drivetrain | FWD; AWD available (standard on Woodland, Platinum) | FWD | Sienna |
| Seating | 7 or 8 by trim | 8 on every trim | Odyssey |
| Second-row seats | Captain's chairs with long slide; removable center seat on 8-seat versions | Magic Slide: slide side to side, removable | Odyssey |
| Power moonroof | Standard from LE, $40,120 | Standard from EX-L, $43,195 | Sienna |
| Leather-look / leather seats | SofTex from XLE, $44,820; leather-trimmed from Limited, $50,805 | HondaTex from EX-L, $43,195; leather-trimmed from Touring, $47,895 | Odyssey |
| Touchscreen | 8-inch (LE); 12.3-inch (XLE and up) | 9-inch on every trim | Sienna (XLE and up) |
| Rear entertainment | 11.6-inch screen as a package on Platinum | 12.8-inch screen standard on Touring & Elite; CabinTalk on every trim | Odyssey |
| Cargo (behind 3rd row / max) | 33.5 / 101.0 cu ft | 32.8–38.6 / 155.8 cu ft (2nd row removed) | Odyssey |
| 2nd / 3rd-row legroom | 39.9 / 38.7 in | 40.9 / 38.1 in | Tie |
| Length / turning circle | 203.7 in / 38.3 ft | 205.2 in / 39.6 ft | Sienna |
| IIHS rating | No 2026 award (Marginal in updated moderate overlap) | No 2026 award (Poor in updated moderate overlap) | Sienna |
| NHTSA overall | 5 stars (2026) | 5 stars (2026) | Tie |
| Awards | No major awards for this model year found in our research | Kelley Blue Book #1 Best Minivan, 2026 | Odyssey |
| Maintenance / warranty | ToyotaCare 2 yr/25,000 mi; 3 yr/36,000 mi basic; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain; hybrid battery 10 yr/150,000 mi | Honda Service Pass 12 mo/12,000 mi; 3 yr/36,000 mi basic; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain | Sienna |
Price and Value
The 2026 Toyota Sienna is cheaper to get into; the 2027 Honda Odyssey packs more into its base trim. The Sienna LE starts at $40,120, $3,075 below the Odyssey EX-L at $43,195, and already includes a hybrid powertrain, a power moonroof and a power liftgate. The Odyssey EX-L counters with eight seats, HondaTex synthetic leather and heated front seats as standard.
2026 Toyota Sienna trims
LE $40,120, XLE $44,820, XSE $48,045, Limited $50,805, Woodland $50,900 (AWD) and Platinum $57,510 (AWD), with AWD for about $2,000 more on most trims and a $1,495 destination charge. The XLE adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen and SofTex seats, the XSE a 12-speaker JBL system, and the Limited leather-trimmed seats. Shop new Toyota Sienna inventory in NYC or browse new and used Sienna models.
2027 Honda Odyssey trims
EX-L $43,195, Sport-L $44,295, Touring $47,895 and Elite $52,095, plus a $1,595 destination charge. Every Odyssey seats eight and includes Magic Slide second-row seats, a 9-inch touchscreen and CabinTalk. The Touring adds leather-trimmed seats and a 12.8-inch rear entertainment screen, and the Elite adds ventilated front seats and a hands-free power tailgate. Browse new Honda Odyssey inventory in NYC or certified pre-owned Odyssey models.
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Performance and Fuel Economy in NYC Traffic
This is the Sienna's strongest category. Its 2.5-liter hybrid makes 245 hp and is rated up to 36 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 35 mpg with AWD, and because it runs on electric power at low speeds, it shines in stop-and-go traffic on the BQE, LIE or Cross Bronx. Toyota's hybrid experience is a big reason the Sienna has a reputation for quality, durability and reliability.
The Odyssey is the stronger performer. Its 3.5-liter V6 makes 280 hp and 262 lb-ft through a 10-speed automatic, is rated 19 city/28 highway/22 combined mpg and tows up to 3,500 pounds. Over 12,000 miles a year, based on EPA combined ratings, a front-wheel-drive Sienna uses about 333 gallons and the Odyssey about 545, a gap of roughly 210 gallons. If your van comes out mostly for school runs and weekend trips, the Odyssey's extra power may matter more than the fuel bill.
Size, Parking and Cargo Space
The 2026 Toyota Sienna is a little easier to park; the 2027 Honda Odyssey holds more. The Sienna is 203.7 inches long with a 38.3-foot turning circle, versus 205.2 inches and 39.6 feet for the Odyssey. Behind the third row, the two are close: 33.5 cubic feet in the Sienna and 32.8 to 38.6 in the Odyssey.
The difference shows when you fold or remove seats. The Odyssey's Magic Slide second-row seats come out, opening up to 155.8 cubic feet, versus 101.0 in the Sienna, whose second-row captain's chairs stay in place but slide far back for limo-like legroom. Third-row legroom is close at 38.7 inches in the Sienna and 38.1 in the Odyssey, so teens fit comfortably in either. If you're weighing a three-row SUV instead, see our Hyundai Palisade vs Honda Odyssey comparison.
Interior, Tech and Comfort
The 2026 Toyota Sienna has the bigger front screen on upper trims; the 2027 Honda Odyssey has more for the back rows. The Sienna LE uses an 8-inch touchscreen, and the XLE and above move to a 12.3-inch screen. Every Odyssey has a 9-inch touchscreen, and both offer wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
For the back rows, the Odyssey includes CabinTalk on every trim and a 12.8-inch rear entertainment screen on Touring and Elite, while the Sienna offers an 11.6-inch screen as a package on the Platinum. Music lovers will like the Sienna XSE's standard 12-speaker JBL system.
Safety Ratings and Awards
Both minivans earn 5-star NHTSA overall ratings, and both include a full driver-assist suite: Toyota Safety Sense on the Sienna and Honda Sensing on the Odyssey.
IIHS: Neither minivan earned a 2026 IIHS award. Both scored Good in the small overlap and updated side tests. In the updated moderate overlap test, which measures rear-seat protection, the Sienna rated Marginal and the Odyssey Poor. NHTSA: Both are rated 5 stars overall for 2026.
Awards: Kelley Blue Book ranks the 2026 Honda Odyssey its #1 Best Minivan. We found no major awards for the 2026 Sienna in our research.
Ownership Costs and Reliability
The 2026 Toyota Sienna should cost less to own. ToyotaCare covers factory-scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, versus 12 months or 12,000 miles under Honda Service Pass for the Odyssey, and Toyota covers the Sienna's hybrid battery for 10 years or 150,000 miles. Add the Sienna's fuel savings, and the running-cost edge is clear.
Both share 3-year/36,000-mile limited and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranties, and both are long-lasting family vans with strong resale value.
Which One Should You Buy?
High-mileage commuter
Up to 36 mpg combined saves about 210 gallons a year over the Odyssey at 12,000 miles.
Winter road-tripper
Available AWD at 35 mpg combined makes the Sienna the pick for snowy trips upstate.
Car-seat family
Eight seats on every trim and removable Magic Slide seats make car-seat juggling easy.
Big hauls and towing
Up to 155.8 cubic feet of cargo space, a 280-hp V6 and 3,500-pound towing handle furniture runs and trailers.
Final Scorecard
| Category | Winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Sienna | $40,120 vs $43,195 |
| Fuel economy | Sienna | Up to 36 vs 22 mpg combined |
| AWD | Sienna | Available; Odyssey is FWD only |
| Free maintenance | Sienna | 2 yr/25,000 mi vs 12 mo/12,000 mi |
| Power and towing | Odyssey | 280-hp V6; 3,500-lb towing |
| Seating flexibility | Odyssey | 8 seats on every trim; removable Magic Slide seats |
| Cargo space | Odyssey | 155.8 vs 101.0 cu ft maximum |
| Overall for NYC families | Split | Sienna for efficiency; Odyssey for versatility |
Still deciding? See how the Odyssey compares with another popular minivan in our Kia Carnival vs Honda Odyssey comparison, or how it stacks up against a three-row SUV in Hyundai Palisade vs Honda Odyssey.
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Should I buy a Toyota Sienna or a Honda Odyssey?
Choose the 2026 Toyota Sienna if fuel economy and all-wheel drive matter most: every Sienna is a hybrid rated up to 36 mpg combined, and AWD is available. Choose the 2027 Honda Odyssey if you want eight seats on every trim, removable Magic Slide second-row seats, a 280-hp V6 and more maximum cargo space.
How much fuel does the Sienna save compared with the Odyssey?
Based on EPA combined ratings and 12,000 miles a year, a front-wheel-drive Sienna rated 36 mpg uses about 333 gallons, while the Odyssey, rated 22 mpg combined, uses about 545. That is roughly 210 gallons a year, a difference that grows if most of your driving is stop-and-go city traffic.
Is the Toyota Sienna available with all-wheel drive?
Yes. AWD is available on most 2026 Sienna trims for about $2,000 more and is standard on the Woodland and Platinum. With AWD, the Sienna is rated 35 mpg combined. The 2027 Honda Odyssey is offered only with front-wheel drive, so the Sienna is the choice if you want AWD for snowy upstate trips.
Which minivan has more cargo space?
Behind the third row, the two are close: 33.5 cubic feet in the Sienna and 32.8 to 38.6 in the Odyssey. The difference is the maximum. The Odyssey's second-row seats come out, opening up to 155.8 cubic feet, while the Sienna's second-row seats stay in place for a maximum of 101.0 cubic feet.
Which is cheaper, the Sienna or the Odyssey?
The 2026 Toyota Sienna LE starts lower at $40,120 MSRP, versus $43,195 for the 2027 Honda Odyssey EX-L. Equipment differs by trim: the Odyssey EX-L includes synthetic leather and eight seats, while the Sienna adds SofTex seats and a 12.3-inch touchscreen on the XLE at $44,820.
Which is safer, the Sienna or the Odyssey?
Both have 5-star NHTSA overall ratings for 2026, and neither earned a 2026 IIHS award. Both scored Good in the small overlap and updated side tests. In the updated moderate overlap test, which measures rear-seat protection, the Sienna rated Marginal and the Odyssey Poor, so the Sienna has the slight edge.
Which has better free maintenance, Toyota or Honda?
Toyota's is longer. ToyotaCare covers factory-scheduled maintenance on the Sienna for 2 years or 25,000 miles, while Honda Service Pass covers the 2027 Odyssey for 12 months or 12,000 miles. Toyota also covers the Sienna's hybrid battery for 10 years or 150,000 miles. Both share 3-year/36,000-mile and 5-year/60,000-mile warranties.
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*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Specifications and pricing are based on manufacturer information available as of October 1, 2026 and are subject to change. See dealer for details.
