I’ve Been living in a Toyota hybrid for over 2 years now. I traded in my 2021 XLE for a 2023 Platinum and use a no build to be full time. OK if u read this…once u park, open door to get in back LOOK AT YOUR Center DISPLAY…message turn off after an hour or leave on/running not sure scroll down and hit ok to select keep running. BOOM NO ALARMS after that. Second…i use a back scratcher i keep in pocket behind driver seat…i use that to reach and lock / unlock doors…very easy. LASTLY for all with comments about “look up” it’s bad to leave your car idling all night. THIS is a HYBRID- So does NOT run all night….Electric motor keeps everything that u leave on including the Temp….once battery drops to a low lever, its all auto, 4 cylinder Gas engines starts and runs for about 10 minutes and in that time u get a few more hours on Electric…So will do this a few times a night depending on your use. Hybrid Engins…LOOK IT UP! People have been doping van life in the Toyota Prius for YEARS….they leave them running nightly…what idle issues??? HAPPY VANLIFE’ing
@DeyCallMeDrama
2 ай бұрын
I've been sweating in my Kia Carnival way too much in summer to where its hard to sleep. You're saying with any hybrid minivan, I'm able to sleep well with AC or Heat running all night because its only electric motor thats on? I'm switching asap!
@RR-ej6cd
2 ай бұрын
@@DeyCallMeDrama THATS exactly what the Hybred will do…keep its temp all night. So long it’s got fuel u got power, ALL Day and Night. Enjoy
@windgoblin
2 ай бұрын
@@RR-ej6cd does it make any damage to your car engine in the long run?
@schassismx3115
Ай бұрын
@@windgoblin yes and no, it's not the best thing for your engine but isn't the worst either. We see with old police cruisers they idled for thousands of hours and still got very high mileage. A very important thing to note is if you do decide to do this change your oil frequently. You can do your own research on "oil dilation issues".
@livingmybestestlife
7 ай бұрын
FYI - Hitting the lock button while you're idling cancels the auto shutoff mode.
@JustinTheVan
7 ай бұрын
Woah that’s helpful. Thanks
@RR-ej6cd
2 ай бұрын
That does NOT work….Look at your displays once u park and open the door. THERE is your alarm shutdown. Scroll down and select keep on. OTHERWISE will shutdown or alarm u period.
@raccoons392
5 ай бұрын
Great video, very encouraging to see that the internal climate control can handle the cold weather at a reasonable cost! Thank you!
@yiubee9082
7 ай бұрын
That is my dream set up right there
@JustinTheVan
7 ай бұрын
It’s incredible
@TobyCostaRica
2 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVanI’m dreaming about a PHEV Sienna
@Polemic-2525
Ай бұрын
Another good thing is running it all night will keep your battery charged and windows clear of condensation.
@JeremyMcCall54
Ай бұрын
I have the 2021 Sienna Hybrid and I love it. The only thing that's been a pain in the ass for me is figuring out how to keep it running at the drive in movie theatre to hear the sound while also keeping the headlights off to not annoy the people parked behind me #firstworldproblems
@taix371
6 ай бұрын
The bed set-up was done gracefully.
@bradcdavis00
20 күн бұрын
Very interesting video. Thanks for taking the time to make it. I have an older Sienna with the 2GRFE engine. For sure it would have burned a lot more fuel idling all night keeping me warm.
@pingsiongchua7374
2 ай бұрын
Excellent video...
@jaimerodriguez664
3 ай бұрын
Thanks!! You made one of the best videos!!!!!
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! It’s an amazing car
@masoodkhan3287
3 ай бұрын
Very informative
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear
@larryc1616
4 ай бұрын
Less than $5 to keep 70F warm inside with -18F outside is a bargain and life-saver! I've seen others only having to use $1-2 for overnight heat in less cold weather conditions around 30F
@veganpotterthevegan
Ай бұрын
I happily camp with a heated blanket at -20. No need for all the excessive emissions that comes from idling
@samuelfox8126
Ай бұрын
But paid $15k up front for that ability.
@flowergarden1426
9 күн бұрын
Climate change is a lie brought to you by the constructs of the people who want to bring in the New world Order. Lookup Agenda2030.@@veganpotterthevegan
@bigbandguru
7 ай бұрын
60 is a good sleeping temperature but may need it 55 in a 0 bag.
@bdmenne
5 ай бұрын
I would do 40F if I’m rocking a Zero degree bag. Just need to make sure to wear head covering and maybe a loose fitting light blanket/scarf to slow the heat loss from the face.
@mattdelacoma1025
2 ай бұрын
I'm a Pirates fan but had no idea Paul Skenes lived in a van!
@ngoaini
5 ай бұрын
Wow this is very helpful. Hope you'll do another video when stopping by some desert. I'll expect it will cost more than cold enviroment.
@LorieLeCrew
7 ай бұрын
I ❤ my Sienna
@nicholasmarshall3191
Ай бұрын
We love ours, but frustrating that the middle row seats don't come out easily.
@susana6917
2 ай бұрын
Yep, my Prius just lost 15 mpg this first winter in cold climate. :(
@CUELLOA11
5 ай бұрын
nice my only concern is when you want to go to the restroom at night
@JustinTheVan
5 ай бұрын
I have a video about… my toilet bucket
@TJ-jq9bz
Ай бұрын
Hii!! Super cool! Or warm lol! How would you say AWD compares to 4WD?
@GaryangCA
3 ай бұрын
I found some source said the Gasoline Particulate Filter will damaged quickly when you Idle for extended periods, especially during winter.
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Got it, I did no research and just hoped for the best. The thing is this is a hybrid so it only idles for probably 5 minutes max each cycle. Did you lookup standard gasoline engines?
@oodlespring
2 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan gas engine doesn't have particulate filter. There is a catalytic converter, and it's attached to the exhaust manifold so it's not going to be affected by the temperature outside
@RR-ej6cd
2 ай бұрын
These vans are made for this…off grid camping a few days at a time. THATS why they have built in converters / inverters to help u keep everything charged up and running. THEY ARE NOT a typical gas engine with same issues. The electric does the heavy lifting and only uses Gas when power is needed or to charge the Electric batteries. I LOVE my VanLife in my Sienna. Perfect for 1 person.
@GaryangCA
2 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan I find this because they are hot topic when someone recommend Sienna in social media in Asian market. but you are the guy practice and prove it's not a issue at all. Could you share more data about this, like total night/hours you sleep in your Sienna with AC running. by the way, did you closed all the window when sleeping?
@GaryangCA
2 ай бұрын
@@RR-ej6cd True, they are made for camping, but they don't recommend to run you AC all night. BTW, I don't have converters because I bought a XLE😂
@codylwaller
2 ай бұрын
You should always use max heat, the engine is always simply on, your only changing how much heat you use, more or less the car uses the same gas. When you don't use max heat the left over is waisted or even sent to the radiator to cool your engine
@diaperdood1
7 ай бұрын
Can u go through the process of putting it in ready mode and showing us how u do that
@moridin1138
5 ай бұрын
With your foot off the brake, double press the ignition button.
@jillsmith1134
5 ай бұрын
I have a 2021. When you crank the car it is in ready. Put your foot on the break and press ignition button one time.
@olivierh-p8914
6 ай бұрын
I'm pretty sure if you create a digital key inside the Toyota app on your phone, you could lock your car that way instead of using the key fob while inside your van. It's also a lot safer since it's much harder for thieves to clone your key. I have a Grand highlander hybrid 2024 so it might be different.
@vZackk
2 ай бұрын
What years of the sienna have this option?
@JustinTheVan
2 ай бұрын
2021+
@samsamsam82
2 ай бұрын
Hi amigo. Would this work with a/c too? Thanks
@JustinTheVan
2 ай бұрын
Yes it does
@ZebaKnight
3 ай бұрын
Very interesting... How did you get fresh air?
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Just the standard engine’s air filtering. Just leave the car running
@ZebaKnight
3 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan Thanks for this answer. The Sienna is at the top of my list now. Your video pushed it even higher.
@PrettyGoodLookin
4 ай бұрын
How much does it cost you per Month to run and live in the Vehicle ?
@Mary-tj5qx
3 ай бұрын
How did you remain ventilated? Were all the windows completely closed? I know it’s not an issue for fumes but for the sake of good air quality, what did you do? Ty
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
All the windows were shut. The car’s heat/air conditioning system has an air filter underneath the seat that you’re supposed to replace every once in a while. But just like when you’re driving you have clean air to breath with it in idle
@Mary-tj5qx
3 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan cool. Ty
@Mary-tj5qx
3 ай бұрын
And clearly it works well if there was no condensation on the inside after a whole night of breathing into it.
@hideawayhomesllc5103
3 ай бұрын
could you run things off of the hybrid battery rather than the engine? 70 degrees with a 0 degree bag sounds kind of warm.
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Yeah the sleeping bag is overkill but it was my only bedding at the time. You can’t choose whether things run off the battery or the engine. The engine just goes on and off as it needs to
@Saxafruge
2 ай бұрын
Yea humans sleep best when it's chilly like 60 degrees ... I know sometimes when it's cold out it a little warmer does feel better though
@robf9642
2 ай бұрын
I wish you could just run the supplements off the ev side of the car. Because thats where ev's shine for camping. No idling
@petergoeman7814
5 ай бұрын
Can all of the 2021 and newer Sienna hybrids run the heat overnight like this?
@JustinTheVan
5 ай бұрын
Yep
@petergoeman7814
5 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan Can you also run the HVAC while being outside of the van? For example, can I leave my dog inside with the HVAC running while I take a serious business bathroom break at Starbucks - turning on the HVAC then locking the doors from outside either remotely or with the key?
@NoRegrets.
5 ай бұрын
I cannot lock mine from the outside while running from the key fob I do not know if you can do it from the app since you have to pay monthly for the remote start and stop from app. I just did not continue it after the free time was up. I would love to find someone to remove my middle seats for me; so as to have more room
@cwjsam
4 ай бұрын
On my Prius v. We would leave the car running with the temp set for the dog. Roll the driver side window down. Keep the key fob with you. Close and hit the lock button on the inside of the door. The reach in and hit the window up button. Get your arm out of the way. We were able to leave the car on for hours. Now you will need the spare key in the key fob to unlock the doors.
@NoRegrets.
4 ай бұрын
@@cwjsam can you explain why you need spare ? Are you leaving the first fob the car.
@sccphilly
7 ай бұрын
Dude, how do you permanently disable the message “keep van on or shut it off” after 20 minutes “ beeping after locking doors before going to sleep?
@jillsmith1134
5 ай бұрын
You push button that says off. Very easy.
@chiupangkwan4305
7 ай бұрын
Where is the best spot to stay overnight? I can see hotel one of them, anyother?
@starvingrtist8714
7 ай бұрын
Why are you getting such low mpg? Due to the weight of your build?
@JustinTheVan
7 ай бұрын
I think it was the cold and the wind. I was able to get 33 MPG on a really long road trip with the cargo box and all I’ve added is a bike so I don’t know why it’s so low
@livingmybestestlife
7 ай бұрын
Using the heater decreases the mpg.
@starvingrtist8714
7 ай бұрын
that's a myth, using heat in a car does not decrease the mpg especially not by 10 for a hybrid Sienna@@livingmybestestlife
@ronb6182
5 ай бұрын
I agree the energy has to cone from somewhere. There are mountains so that adds needing more gasoline power. 73@@livingmybestestlife
@jillsmith1134
5 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan I was getting 33 but pulling a tear drop dropped me down to 28. The battery does not like the cold at all. Sometimes when it goes so low is an indication your battery is going out. I hope not. They cost 5000 dollars. You should be covered under warrenty.
@xhawkchief
6 ай бұрын
how did you turn off the air bag light with the center seats out.
@tybrady4598
6 ай бұрын
Brad Ling makes an emulator. Just Google his name. It’s brads hacks. I can’t give any more info otherwise my comment is deleted. It’s an awesome device that allows Sienna owners to remove their middle seats.
@moridin1138
5 ай бұрын
You can use a resistor in place of the seat hookup. There are KZitem videos on this.
@Louiepr60
6 ай бұрын
Why the horrible gas mileage ja.
@johnendalk6537
5 ай бұрын
Cuz of the cold
@NoRegrets.
5 ай бұрын
Justin i just found you who removed your seats .i would love to have mine removed. I am a 73 year old woman and don’t think that is something i can do.
@JustinTheVan
4 ай бұрын
Hmm. If you order the airbag override devices online from this website www.google.com/search?q=toyota+sienna+seat+removal&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS708US708&oq=toyota+sienna+seat+removal&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIGCAEQIxgnMgcIAhAAGIAEMggIAxAAGBYYHjIICAQQABgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMggICRAAGBYYHtIBCDY4ODJqMGo3qAIZsAIB4gMEGAEgXw&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#ip=1 you could find someone else to take the seats out for you because they are quite heavy
@NoRegrets.
4 ай бұрын
@@JustinTheVan THANK YOU
@thatdudeinblack8707
3 ай бұрын
Ifs not good to idle ur engine all night. Look it up
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Yes it isn’t good, but the nice part is how little the engine actually idles. It will only idle like 30% of the time spent with the vehicle on
@anythinggoesc33j4y
3 ай бұрын
With this Hybrid you can, look it up. ❤
@daxmax1681
Ай бұрын
That's not a smart and healthy way to get through cold temperatures! You are much better off getting into sleeping bags and possibly have some heating pads to keep warm and cozy without drying the air and wasting energy!🤔🤯
@veganpotterthevegan
Ай бұрын
Idling your car isn't allowed in most places and for good reason. Don't be a baby
@jgawad
Ай бұрын
At least 80%of this video should have been cut
@michaelWells-ef9bx
5 күн бұрын
~ bruh.. I moved to California 35 years ago ... I would become Sooo depressed to live in that Crap Ever Again ~ Maybe quant for a weekend ...but thats it ..
@017HVincent
7 ай бұрын
If you change your MPG range settings from "total average" to "tank average," you'll get a more accurate view of your MPG. Just go to settings. Easy. There are three options, Total (which gives you an average over the life of the car), Trip (which gives you an average for just that session), and Tank, which averages your MPG for that tank of gas, automatically resetting when you refil you tank.
@starvingrtist8714
7 ай бұрын
Btw I have a 2022 Sienna, I think in this situation I'd just use enough climate control to keep it above freezing temp and use other means to keep warm, such as zero degree sleeping bag and low wattage heated pad or blanket that can be powered by USB power banks. That way it doesn't stress the car as much and kills less gasoline.
@JustinTheVan
7 ай бұрын
Right. I really try to avoid it and have only used it probably 10 times since I got it
@shallowada
4 ай бұрын
Your idea is great. Don't listen to these know-it-alls in the comments. I've had what he described in a pickup. It won't work in that kind of cold. Montana here, so I know. The commenter above has never used his method in -20F or he wouldn't have a face 😉. Your idea is great, and you still have your face to prove it!
@starvingrtist8714
4 ай бұрын
@@shallowada you are clearly a terrible reader. My comment is about using all of the above methods together to relieve stress on the car, that includes the car's climate control which YOU yourself said works. If my suggestion is to include the method you approved plus more, how can it fail? Please enlighten the community.
@posteroonie
Ай бұрын
Yes, I have a non-hybrid minivan and I'm comfortable sleeping down to about 25F dressed the way Justin is and with a good sleeping bag. Somehow I don't think Toyota was engineering for van life :) so the climate control won't go that low, but the lower the delta-T, the less gas and battery used.
@ElegalvicnLa
Ай бұрын
I wish Toyota would get rid of the humps for the fold down seats
@nicholasmarshall3191
Ай бұрын
This is interesting. My wife and I bought a new hybrid awd Sienna yesterday. Even though we are unlikely to spend the night in our Sienna, this is still good to know. We aren't far away, in Wyoming.
@rockwellthefirst6550
Ай бұрын
Surely ya'll can come up with some sort of excuse :P
@WJMPhotography
4 күн бұрын
Just came back from a trip to the Yukon and I kept the van running all night on several occasions. Just wanted to also remind everyone that CO2 levels can spike pretty high overnight, especially if you are a larger person. I'm 6 foot 3 and kept waking up with severe headaches when sleeping in my 2022 Sienna overnight when sleeping with the window cracked and no heat or ac on. I got a meter and it was way over the 5000 ppm limit. After sleeping with the hybrid engine running with the windows up, the levels returned to normal and I had no headache when I woke up.
@tulawiegaming
3 ай бұрын
Do one in the summer with the ac on.
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Will do
@anniesshenanigans3815
Ай бұрын
OMG hybrid is the way to go!! I am more interested in the summer, but either way this is great.
@swimspud
28 күн бұрын
Daughter and I camped in ours with the AC on overnight. It was nice except for the slopped floor.
@Jts449
7 ай бұрын
Really helpful video. I have a 2020, but being able to stay warm during winter would open up a lot of possibilities. Please keep us updated!
@GraceDeMartini-kg7py
7 ай бұрын
Love the party lights
@JustinTheVan
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@rayyseason
5 ай бұрын
Do you remember how many times did the van turn on and off? Is it noticeable when it turns on, like causing sleep disturbances?
@JustinTheVan
5 ай бұрын
I will try to do a video in the future doing some testing to see the frequency. I got used to the turning on and off so it’s not an issue for me
@crstaggers
4 ай бұрын
I love my Sienna. Nice video!
@davepadmore2982
2 ай бұрын
I suspect that the actual cost is higher. I trust the fuel gauge more than the car’s calculation/guesstimate of mpg. I also don’t think you can extrapolate that it equals gas used to power the heater whilst the car is stationary. The fuel gauge says that used a quarter tank of fuel, which in a Sienna is ore than 1.55 gallons.Google says a 2021 Sienna has a gas tank of 18 gallons, so a quarter tank is 4.5 gallons, making the actual cost closer to $13.50; which is still a deal 😊
@paulkuzia9236
7 ай бұрын
Very helpful video as I devour all info on the latest Sienna prior to my purchase of one. Really looking forward to some camping trips and an eventual drive to Alaska from NY.
@mabelwong3059
7 ай бұрын
is it dangerous to sleep in the van? are there carbon dioxide inside the car if keep running? new to this - is this a concern?
@Louiepr60
6 ай бұрын
No not with hybrid
@ronb6182
5 ай бұрын
I had an idea to rig up my heating system to bypass the engine and heat the water coolant with a propane hot water heater and a pump . Then only the fan running will keep the car warm. 73
@bdmenne
5 ай бұрын
@@ronb6182that sounds clever
@ronb6182
5 ай бұрын
@@bdmenne yeah but I know someone will knock down this idea because if the fumes from the hot water heater but it's minimal and the heater could be placed outside away from the vehicle. Some heaters are almost 100 percent efficient. I had one in my laundry room. 73
@GaryangCA
2 ай бұрын
@@ronb6182 I can't wait you share a video for this :)
@Renaissancewoman17
3 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if it works the same in a Chrysler Pacifica hybrid? I haven’t seen anyone talk about it.
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
I am not sure. Someone should do a test with it for sure.
@tydavies9687
3 ай бұрын
Curious about your bed set up. I built one but is based on the seats being folded forward and then the bed on top of that, but then we can’t sit up in our beds
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Check out my channel for a video on my bed. I have a video about it
@Tykoon
3 ай бұрын
Amazing. What about going to the restroom at night? Do you have an inside solution or outside?
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
I have an emergency toilet for #2 called luggable loo but for #1 I just use a big plastic bottle from like a coffee jug or milk jug
@GaiaCarney
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this! Do you have a carbon monoxide alarm/monitor?
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
I do not. I should get one
@jacktyler7599
2 ай бұрын
I can't think of many places where such a test proves the point. Livingston is known for high winds associated with the Bozeman Pass, and I doubt that would have made much of a difference as well.
@damian99669
19 күн бұрын
I love the toyota hybrids, I have a 2020 Rav4 and during covid it was so nice to be able to hang out in my vehicle on long trips with the heat/AC running without having to continuously idle the motor. It is also nice that the battery charging mode puts some load on the motor when it is running making the engine heat up fast as well as converting what would, in a normal vehicle, be almost no load idle time to light engine load. Given the length of time I have had work vehicles idle at job sites without major issue I am confident that while not great for the engine this setup is probably not going to cause any real issues as long as proper maintenance is done.
@bykhed01
Ай бұрын
Hi, where did you purchase the side window shades? It looks like the left driver side is a WeatherTech product.
@daytripper956
4 ай бұрын
Graceful Bed setup. 3rd Row Bench seat folds down to make a Bed with 2nd Row seats removed?
@retroredo9850
2 ай бұрын
Did the hotel kt you stay there or were you stealth camping! Mostly there is no where to go!
@lizlemon9632
3 ай бұрын
Impressive.
@VityokChotkiy
3 ай бұрын
How does this affect the longevity of the hybrid battery and other parts of the van? I guess only time will tell.
@JustinTheVan
3 ай бұрын
Yeah I really do not know.
@Saxafruge
2 ай бұрын
Toyota hybrid batteries are designed for the life of the vehicle, they don't mess around :)
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