New guy with a lot of questions- Yaris L

[Mustang5]

Hello, I am new to the forum. I am looking for an econobox car for a DD. I am considering a base Fiesta or 3 door Yaris L with no frills. I also want the car to be capable of taking a long trip in. Its been a long time since I owned a Toyota product. My older ones were really good but I understand they have slipped in quality over the last several years. Ford has improved a lot but they are not without their issues either. I want the best bang for the buck. I keep cars a long time and drive them till there is not much so longevity is a big concern.

I have yet to find a Yaris at my local dealer and the sales guy said no discounts what so ever. Ha! I know there is not much margin in a car like this but I am patient.

I have been reading the forum and see where some get over 40mpg. Im not a hyper miler and just drive them. I am single so space is not a big issue though it looks quite a bit smaller than the Fiesta. I do like the 3 door better. I just wish you could get cruise on the base car. How is Toyotas quality of late? Is this car built in Japan? Its priced 1K over the Fiesta to start with and Im counting every penny. I have not been able to drive either mainly because you cant find a manual Fiesta. Do you think a manual Yaris will be hard to find? Its amazing to me that anybody would want an auto in a car like this but I guess Im in the minority.

I would appreciate any honest comments. Thanks.