so what exactly is an RS? - Toyota Yaris Forums

BEEF · 07-09-2011, 08:04 PM

first of all, I am in the US so if this is something that isn't available in the US, it would make sense.

I have heard talk of people looking for an RS and all. what makes it so special? if I had to guess I would say that it is a particular package with a body kit and maybe a few more bells and whistles but for someone that has one, what is different from it and say the american S model?

it is more of a curiosity.

thanks
thebeef

SilverBack · 07-09-2011, 08:54 PM

About 90% of it is all looks (which for the price I find pointless). The other 10% would be maybe slight tuning to add a few HP to the motor and minor TRD suspension "upgrades". IMO it'd would be worth more to get a base model and build it up yourself.

digitalrain · 07-09-2011, 09:20 PM

For the Canadian RS, the motor is exactly the same there are absolutely no TRD suspension mods(You can add them as a dealer option). The body kit looks a million times better than the standard model in my opinion. I wouldn't buy a regular 5 door Yaris. You can compare at the toyota.ca web site . Wish they would make them available in the States.

cali yaris · 07-09-2011, 09:31 PM

I believe the seats are deeper buckets and the interior trim is different also.

echo_hrs · 07-09-2011, 10:11 PM

RS in Canada - Alloy wheels, Different bumpers, side skirts, rear spoiler, colour matched mirrors, fog lamps, black interior trim & headliner, amber gauges & illumination, PW, PL, Keyless, VSC, TRC, sports buckets & black sport fabric, 60/40 rear seats with fore/aft sliding & recline, 6 disc in dash CD...

Cheers

BEEF · 07-09-2011, 10:29 PM

so it sounds almost like it is a canadian thing. it sounds very similar to the S package in the US.

I was hoping it had motor upgrades

marcus · 07-09-2011, 11:02 PM

i think abs also comes on RS...

MadMax · 07-10-2011, 12:21 AM

I don't think there are any performance modifications for the S/RS, it's all cosmetic as far as I can recall...

toy_toronto · 07-10-2011, 12:42 AM

so what exactly is an RS?

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Originally Posted by digitalrain

For the Canadian RS, the motor is exactly the same there are absolutely no TRD suspension mods(You can add them as a dealer option). The body kit looks a million times better than the standard model in my opinion. I wouldn't buy a regular 5 door Yaris. You can compare at the toyota.ca web site . Wish they would make them available in the States.

-toy

digitalrain · 07-10-2011, 01:14 AM

Your list is super comprehensive. I get everything in there except, can you explain what the VSC and TRC are?? Thanks. Air con is standard in the RS too.

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Originally Posted by echo_hrs

RS in Canada - Alloy wheels, Different bumpers, side skirts, rear spoiler, colour matched mirrors, fog lamps, black interior trim & headliner, amber gauges & illumination, PW, PL, Keyless, VSC, TRC, sports buckets & black sport fabric, 60/40 rear seats with fore/aft sliding & recline, 6 disc in dash CD...

Cheers

MadMax · 07-10-2011, 12:57 PM

VSC = Vehicle Stability Control - VSC automatically controls brake force and engine output to help prevent skidding when cornering on slippery roads or during abrupt steering. It counteracts under steer or over steer by selectively applying the brakes to the individual wheels, as and when appropriate. So with VSC you quickly return to stable driving conditions, avoiding the danger of an accident.

TRC = Traction Control System - When TRC detects wheel spin in the driving wheels during acceleration it automatically reduces engine power to suppress the spin and restore traction. This ensures better power transfer to the road (saving fuel), gives your tires a longer life, and adds to overall safety. At the same time, TRC also controls the brake system to reduce the torque transmitted to the road, should it be higher than the road/tire friction available.

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07-09-2011, 08:04 PM	#1
BEEF View User's Garage Drives: 2008 yaris 3d Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: north carolina Posts: 732	so what exactly is an RS? first of all, I am in the US so if this is something that isn't available in the US, it would make sense. I have heard talk of people looking for an RS and all. what makes it so special? if I had to guess I would say that it is a particular package with a body kit and maybe a few more bells and whistles but for someone that has one, what is different from it and say the american S model? it is more of a curiosity. thanks thebeef __________________ Be the change you wish to see in the world -Mahatma Gandhi-

07-09-2011, 08:54 PM	#2
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	About 90% of it is all looks (which for the price I find pointless). The other 10% would be maybe slight tuning to add a few HP to the motor and minor TRD suspension "upgrades". IMO it'd would be worth more to get a base model and build it up yourself. __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

07-09-2011, 09:31 PM	#4
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	I believe the seats are deeper buckets and the interior trim is different also. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

07-09-2011, 10:29 PM	#6
BEEF View User's Garage Drives: 2008 yaris 3d Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: north carolina Posts: 732	so it sounds almost like it is a canadian thing. it sounds very similar to the S package in the US. I was hoping it had motor upgrades __________________ Be the change you wish to see in the world -Mahatma Gandhi-

07-09-2011, 11:02 PM	#7
marcus toyota View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris RS Blazed Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: toronto, canada Posts: 3,637	i think abs also comes on RS... __________________ If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits eighty-eight miles per hour... you're gonna see some serious shit!!!!!! "Horsepower is how fast you hit the object. Torque is how far you move that object.."

07-09-2011, 09:20 PM	#3
digitalrain Drives: 2011 yaris rs Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: vancouver b.c. Posts: 93	For the Canadian RS, the motor is exactly the same there are absolutely no TRD suspension mods(You can add them as a dealer option). The body kit looks a million times better than the standard model in my opinion. I wouldn't buy a regular 5 door Yaris. You can compare at the toyota.ca web site . Wish they would make them available in the States.

07-09-2011, 10:11 PM	#5
echo_hrs Around the universe... Drives: Uber-Evolved Pokemon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 228	RS in Canada - Alloy wheels, Different bumpers, side skirts, rear spoiler, colour matched mirrors, fog lamps, black interior trim & headliner, amber gauges & illumination, PW, PL, Keyless, VSC, TRC, sports buckets & black sport fabric, 60/40 rear seats with fore/aft sliding & recline, 6 disc in dash CD... Cheers

07-10-2011, 12:21 AM	#8
MadMax Drives: 2008 Yaris Liftback (Sprocket) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas! Posts: 2,799	I don't think there are any performance modifications for the S/RS, it's all cosmetic as far as I can recall... __________________

07-10-2011, 12:57 PM	#11
MadMax Drives: 2008 Yaris Liftback (Sprocket) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas! Posts: 2,799	VSC = Vehicle Stability Control - VSC automatically controls brake force and engine output to help prevent skidding when cornering on slippery roads or during abrupt steering. It counteracts under steer or over steer by selectively applying the brakes to the individual wheels, as and when appropriate. So with VSC you quickly return to stable driving conditions, avoiding the danger of an accident. TRC = Traction Control System - When TRC detects wheel spin in the driving wheels during acceleration it automatically reduces engine power to suppress the spin and restore traction. This ensures better power transfer to the road (saving fuel), gives your tires a longer life, and adds to overall safety. At the same time, TRC also controls the brake system to reduce the torque transmitted to the road, should it be higher than the road/tire friction available. (Source) __________________