by Toyota Sienta Juno: Minivan with Modular Interior
The Japanese market continues to surprise with unusual conversions of ordinary cars into mobile campers. This time, Toyota has introduced an updated Sienta in the Juno version, developed jointly with the Modellista atelier. It is a compact minivan that received a modular rear cabin section instead of standard third-row seats.
The model is built on an extended TNGA-B platform, which is also used by the Yaris. The car’s length is 4,260 mm, and the engine lineup includes a 1.5-liter gasoline unit or a hybrid setup with front-wheel or all-wheel drive.
Flexibility Instead of Seats
The company offers five separate modules or four ready-made configurations: Chill, Refresh, Focus, and Comfort. They allow transforming the space into a relaxation zone, a sleeping area, or a mobile office. Additionally available are:
- Six LED lamps on the ceiling
- Special floor mats with black edging
- Fabric with protection against water, oil, and unpleasant odors
Prices and Options
The cost of the base Juno version starts from ¥3,654,200 ($24,800) for the front-wheel-drive modification. Individual modules cost from ¥20,900 ($140) for a cushion to ¥72,600 ($490) for a large base unit. Full kits are priced at ¥165,000–330,000 ($1,100–2,200).
The updates also affected the standard Sienta – all trims received an electronic parking brake, adaptive cruise control, and an emergency response system. Prices for the regular versions start from ¥2,077,900 ($14,100).
Japanese drivers are increasingly looking for ways to use their cars not only for transportation but also for work or relaxation. Models like the Sienta Juno show how limited space in a compact car can be used in new ways. It is worth noting that similar concepts remain niche for Europe so far, where preference is given to traditional campers based on larger vans.
