difference between a RS and US spec HB?? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Fat Felixxx · 06-08-2006, 02:54 AM

Hello all, first post here.. and I did do a brief search on this subject.. but came up empty handed.

The only difference I know of between the RS model and the regular model we get here in the US is the center council where the climate controll and the cd player is at.

Can someone help me out please? and some pics would be a bonus!

Thanks!

echo_hrs · 06-08-2006, 09:30 AM

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jdgriswald · 06-08-2006, 10:44 AM

Just keep rubbing it in echo.

echo_hrs · 06-08-2006, 10:49 AM

Cmon, he asked...

Ziv · 06-08-2006, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jdgriswald

Just keep rubbing it in echo.

Well said. ha ha ha. I have to admit, RS does have a lot of extra from my LE, but there are only 2 things i wanted from the RS. 60/40 split and alloy wheelies. I actually liked the silvery center temp control better.

stuffy · 06-08-2006, 11:03 AM

i've been thinking that i should have just paid the extra and gotten the rs model,
it seemed expensive at the time, i think $2500 more than what i paid for my le, but i really like the rear seat on the rs, i think it is just totally stupid that they don't offer that as an option on the other models or even standard.

they probably have to justify the extra cost of the rs.

can you add the fold-flat seat as a "stand-alone" option on u.s. models or is it part of a package?

why? · 06-08-2006, 11:03 AM

You have to get the power package to get the 60/40 seat.

echo_hrs · 06-08-2006, 03:05 PM

The Sport Seats the all black interior and the better fabrics are one of the main reasons I like my RS, the interior feels more luxurious to be in...

Every car I've owned had upgraded sport seats, which I will never go without...

Cheers

Fat Felixxx · 06-08-2006, 03:30 PM

thanks for the info! So it's basically all cosmetic.

Dylanby · 06-08-2006, 04:52 PM

The RS model also has 15" vs 14" wheels. Those along with the side skirts reduce the "4x4" look. Good for someone like me who isn't really interested in lowering his car.

jdgriswald · 06-08-2006, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by echo_hrs

Cmon, he asked...

I'm just hoping the exchange rate eases up, because I'm starting to see some used ones come to market. Private seller has a non-lowered clone to yours in Calgary. If the exchange rate was more reasonable, I'd be tempted. Only an 11 hour drive.

ricko · 06-09-2006, 10:32 AM

Aren't there all sorts of legal problems in bringing cars across the border, because of NAFTA????

Or does that only apply to cars made in N.A.??? I used to understand the laws about this, now ........ not so much.

jdgriswald · 06-09-2006, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ricko

Aren't there all sorts of legal problems in bringing cars across the border, because of NAFTA????

Or does that only apply to cars made in N.A.??? I used to understand the laws about this, now ........ not so much.

Not so many legal issues. Some dispute as to whether the speedo needs changing. NHTSA rules just say has to be labeled as KMH and MPH which Can spec is. Safety wise no problem.
Biggest hurdle is Toyota. They won't provide documentation for export unless vehicle has been registered in Canada for 6 months. I assume this is a manufacturer thing and not governmental

lowkey · 06-09-2006, 12:58 PM

Don't forget Keyless entry!

echo_hrs - I am looking for an ipod connector for my RS also. Which one you got there?

echo_hrs · 06-09-2006, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by blackRabbit

Don't forget Keyless entry!

echo_hrs - I am looking for an ipod connector for my RS also. Which one you got there?

I custom built my iPod connector from the rear AUX output on the Clarion deck...The Clarion iPod interface was almost as expensive as the deck, and didn't give full control over the iPod anyways, you could only choose from 5 playlists, and couldn't even choose by song...

Then I soldered my own mini stereo cable because all that was available was 6 footers and longer, so I made one, about 6 inches long....

Cheers

hhcchen · 06-09-2006, 03:22 PM

how about jdm rs...?

i know the obvious... the front/rear bumpers and tail lights...
what's the difference between jdm and canadian rs...???
(since rs seem to be top of the line models in both japan and canada, just to compare)

echo_hrs · 06-09-2006, 03:55 PM

JDM RS above and beyond the Canadian RS:

HID Adjustable
16" Alloy Wheels + 195/50R16 Tires
Sport Front and Rear Bumpers
Lower Suspension
Traction Control
Vehicle Stability Control
CVT Transmission Option
Exhaust Finisher
LED Taillamps
Navigation Option
Engine Start/Stop Button
Smart Entry Key (keep it in your pocket, it unlocks with proximity)
Single Fold Flat Rear Seat (not 60/40)
4 Wheel Disc Brakes (15 inch rear)

Think that's it....

swng · 06-09-2006, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by echo_hrs

JDM RS above and beyond the Canadian RS:

HID Adjustable
16" Alloy Wheels + 195/50R16 Tires
Sport Front and Rear Bumpers
Lower Suspension
Traction Control
Vehicle Stability Control
CVT Transmission Option
Exhaust Finisher
LED Taillamps
Navigation Option
Engine Start/Stop Button
Smart Entry Key (keep it in your pocket, it unlocks with proximity)
Single Fold Flat Rear Seat (not 60/40)
4 Wheel Disc Brakes (15 inch rear)

Think that's it....

So nice! Just don't have an idea how much it is being sold for. Too bad it is not available in Canada.

06-08-2006, 02:54 AM	#1
Fat Felixxx Drives: s13 w/sr20det Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Dimas, CA Posts: 21	difference between a RS and US spec HB?? Hello all, first post here.. and I did do a brief search on this subject.. but came up empty handed. The only difference I know of between the RS model and the regular model we get here in the US is the center council where the climate controll and the cd player is at. Can someone help me out please? and some pics would be a bonus! Thanks!

06-08-2006, 09:30 AM	#2
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06-08-2006, 11:03 AM	#7
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06-08-2006, 10:44 AM	#3
jdgriswald 5-Door Envy Drives: '08 Scion xD Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bellingham, WA Posts: 120	Just keep rubbing it in echo.

06-08-2006, 10:49 AM	#4
echo_hrs Around the universe... Drives: Uber-Evolved Pokemon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 228	Cmon, he asked...

06-08-2006, 11:03 AM	#6
stuffy Drives: 06 yaris 5-dr le man Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ontario, canada Posts: 699	i've been thinking that i should have just paid the extra and gotten the rs model, it seemed expensive at the time, i think $2500 more than what i paid for my le, but i really like the rear seat on the rs, i think it is just totally stupid that they don't offer that as an option on the other models or even standard. they probably have to justify the extra cost of the rs. can you add the fold-flat seat as a "stand-alone" option on u.s. models or is it part of a package?

06-08-2006, 03:05 PM	#8
echo_hrs Around the universe... Drives: Uber-Evolved Pokemon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 228	The Sport Seats the all black interior and the better fabrics are one of the main reasons I like my RS, the interior feels more luxurious to be in... Every car I've owned had upgraded sport seats, which I will never go without... Cheers

06-08-2006, 04:52 PM	#10
Dylanby Drives: RS 5-DR Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: GTA Posts: 113	The RS model also has 15" vs 14" wheels. Those along with the side skirts reduce the "4x4" look. Good for someone like me who isn't really interested in lowering his car.

06-09-2006, 10:32 AM	#12
ricko Drives: Copper-Orange Yaris RS Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Georgian Triangle Ont. Posts: 310	Aren't there all sorts of legal problems in bringing cars across the border, because of NAFTA???? Or does that only apply to cars made in N.A.??? I used to understand the laws about this, now ........ not so much.

06-09-2006, 12:58 PM	#14
lowkey Drives: 90 Integra, 07 Yaris Join Date: May 2006 Location: Winnipeg/Manitoba Posts: 47	Don't forget Keyless entry! echo_hrs - I am looking for an ipod connector for my RS also. Which one you got there?

06-09-2006, 03:22 PM	#16
hhcchen stop staring my star perv Drives: 97 tercel Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: seattle Posts: 335	how about jdm rs...? i know the obvious... the front/rear bumpers and tail lights... what's the difference between jdm and canadian rs...??? (since rs seem to be top of the line models in both japan and canada, just to compare)

06-09-2006, 03:55 PM	#17
echo_hrs Around the universe... Drives: Uber-Evolved Pokemon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 228	JDM RS above and beyond the Canadian RS: HID Adjustable 16" Alloy Wheels + 195/50R16 Tires Sport Front and Rear Bumpers Lower Suspension Traction Control Vehicle Stability Control CVT Transmission Option Exhaust Finisher LED Taillamps Navigation Option Engine Start/Stop Button Smart Entry Key (keep it in your pocket, it unlocks with proximity) Single Fold Flat Rear Seat (not 60/40) 4 Wheel Disc Brakes (15 inch rear) Think that's it....