This attractive compact passenger van was one of the first to lift the status of the normally mundane minivan to high-tech offering, both in mechanical terms as well as design elements. The Previa was losing market share for a while because its cheaper competitors were offering V6 engine, but it has since fought back with a more powerful supercharged engine. With 161 horsepower, the Previa is fast enough to keep up with its 6-cylinder rivals.
This will be the last year for the Previa as Toyota is introducing a 1998 model replacement called the Sienna, which will be built on the Camry platform. For the moment, the Previa will continue. Outstanding features include dual air-conditioning, ABS, all disc brakes and child restrain tether anchor brackets..
The seven-passenger Previa offers family comfort, refinement and functionality in a stylish car-like package. Features include 6-speaker stereo system, power mirrors, rear wiper/washer, front bucket seats with adjustable headrest, and the standard 2-passenger center seat is removable. Swivel-recline captainΓÇÖs chairs are optional. The upmarket LE has more luxury features, such as better fabric, power door locks and windows, privacy glass rear windows, and cruise control.
