2019 Toyota Sienna vs. 2019 Chevrolet Traverse

Toyota Sienna is probably one of the best minivan cars out there in the market, and its 2019 model speaks volumes about it. The 2019 Chevy Traverse emerges as a good competitor, but is it good enough to beat the likes of Sienna? We'll find out with this comparison.

Design & Style

The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse can seat up to 7 people, having space for the entire family, including the kids. Practically, only 5 adults can sit inside, while the kids can fit at the back. Interiors are not that great because of a few outdated elements, and the build lacks the sort of style and quality you would expect from vehicle of its class.

The 2019 Toyota Sienna, on the other hand, has a similar seating configuration but with more room and comfort on offer. The interior comes with standard cloth upholstery, and you can upgrade to power-adjustable seat, heated front seats and dual power-sliding rear doors. There is sufficient legroom across all the rows, and driver visibility is top notch. The reclining and sliding middle seats make way for the rear end space.

Technology & Safety

Technology and safety are two important things to take into account, when looking to buy a car. The 2019 Chevy Traverse comes standard with MyLink infotainment system that features Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB ports and Wi-Fi hot spot. The system has a bit of learning curve, but overall it is quite average. Rearview camera is the standard safety feature along with Chevy's Teen Driver System.

For the 2019 Toyota Sienna, the standard features include a 7-inch touchscreen Entune infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Wi-Fi hot spot, voice controls, navigation, Siri Eyes Free and Bluetooth. Rearview camera comes standard, but the main talking point here is the Toyota's Safety sense suite. It is bundled with features like forward collision detection, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning and high-beam assist.

Performance

Performance is a key aspect to consider, when looking to purchase a car. The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse comes with a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle moves nicely with this configuration, but does not have enough oomph to impress the speed lovers.

The 2019 Toyota Sienna has an upper  hand with a V6 powertrain coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It can generate power up to 296 HP and around 263 lb-ft of torque.

The Bottom Line

With a strong engine on offer and smooth acceleration, the 2019 Toyota Sienna is a minivan class with plenty of space inside the cabin. High predictability, safety and reliability scores make it a preferred choice for many car lovers.  

Ready to Schedule a Toyota Sienna Test Drive Today?

If you want to experience the top features offered by the 2019 Toyota Sienna, come for a test drive with us at Toyota of Stamford. Since our inception, we have been serving the needs of car buyers from Stamford, and other cities in Connecticut. You can drop by our showroom today or call us in advance to book your Toyota Sienna test drive appointment.