Now with revamped styling, more space, and increased practicality

Toyota has officially launched the new and completely redesigned Sienta MPV in Japan.

The seven-seater MPV, which is now underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, features what Toyota calls the "Shikakumaru" circle and square design, with large windows, full LED lights, as well as large side protection moldings.

Inside the cabin, a thin, light, and horizontally arranged instrument panel made of fabric takes centre-stage, complemented by generous space for both occupants and their belongings.

Cabin height has been increased by 20 mm from previous models while maintaining an easy-to-manage length and maneuverability. In addition, a low horizontal belt line and upright side glass design create a spacious and open interior. UV-block and IR-block functions are also available as part of the optional Comfort Package.

A maximum of 1,000 mm, or 80 mm more compared to previous models, of front and rear couple distance has been achieved to improve second-row comfort too, where shopping baskets can be conveniently placed under seats for everyday shopping.

A ceiling air circulator has also been installed for rear-seat comfort to efficiently circulate warm or cold air from the air conditioning unit to the rear seats, which eliminates the temperature difference between the front and rear seats. And then we have sunshades for rear seats on the sliding doors.

While maintaining the popular low 330 mm floor height and stepless flat floor, the power sliding door opening height has been expanded to 1,200 mm, which is 60 mm compared to previous models, to make it easier to get in and out of rear seats. 

Equipped with hands-free dual power sliding doors, users can open and close the sliding doors simply by placing their feet under the sensors at the bottom of the front doors. 

While the rear hatch door opening height has been increased by 15 mm compared to previous models, luggage space height has also been increased by 20 mm compared to previous models, allowing for smoother loading and unloading. 
 

A bicycle with 27-inch tires can be loaded without the handlebars getting stuck in the opening, so, for example, parents can pick up their children with bicycles after cram school in a sudden rain storm.

In addition to the floor luggage space, the two-row five-seater model has expanded luggage space height by 50 mm compared to previous models, which was achieved by changing the tilt-down structure of the second-row seats to lower the height of the back of the seats when folded. 

The flat, large-capacity luggage space is ideal for active situations such as outdoor activities where a large amount of cargo is loaded.

Powering the new Sienta is the Dynamic Force naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine producing 120 PS and 145 Nm of torque, which is paired with a Direct Shift-CVT gearbox.

Last but not least, the Sienta has fabric seat covers with deodorizing and water and oil-repellent treatment, armrest hook on the driver's seat for hanging shopping bags, and two driver's seat-back smartphone pockets with two USB-C ports for charging.

That being said, whether the new Sienta will come to Malaysia remains unknown, but since the model was sold here before, we can't deny the possibility of it coming here, so watch this space for more updates on the all-new Toyota Sienta.