Toyota has released pricing details for the 2011 Toyota Sienna minivan and as expected it will indeed start lower than the 2009 model. Whereas the cheapest version of the current model rang in at $24,600, the newly available four cylinder allows Toyota to offer the significantly upgraded '11 model at a starting price of just $24,260 plus delivery. For consumers, any money saved is good news.

The Toyota Sienna offers great road manners, clever use of space, smart safety and infotainment features. The SE trim steps up to this stiffened, carbon-fiber trimmed with  the asking price up to $30,550, while the range-topping Limited with AWD starts at $39,770.

When Siennas start reaching dealerships next February, V6 models will only be available initially, with the four-cylinder base Sienna and LE joining the lineup in April, along with the SE. It looks like the V6 will add between $1,250 and $3,555 to the price of the base Sienna and LE, the only models available with the Venza's four-banger. In fact, the four-cylinder LE undercuts the V6 base Sienna by a few bucks.

If you are ready to trade in your used car lexington, the new Sienna may be just the right vehicle for you. For any families, or drivers who need plenty of passenger space and convenience features, the Sienna minivan stays towards the top of the competition. All wheel drive is available on LE, XLE and Limited models with a premium of $2,230, $2,340, and $1,270 respectively, over the front-wheel drive versions.