might buy a yaris

[thispecialk]

koo thnx. is everyone happy with there car how long have u guys had it? i bought that new consumer report magazine today and was reading that the satisfactory of the vehicle people rated below satisfactory.

[DevilGirl]

Originally Posted by thispecialk

koo thnx. is everyone happy with there car how long have u guys had it? i bought that new consumer report magazine today and was reading that the satisfactory of the vehicle people rated below satisfactory.

You can't go by what the CR mag says. It's not realistic in any way shape or form.

If you're looking for a cheap, economical commuter car, the Yaris is perfect for that.

I have a 2009 3dr hatch, power package, cold weather package, manual tranny. I have loved all 49k miles I've put on it since August 2009. (I have a daily commute of 100 miles round trip). I'd have to look at my paperwork, but I'm pretty certain my out the door price was around $15,400.


Several members on this forum have used their Yaris for a family vehicle. I'm actually looking at trading in my Yaris for a larger vehicle in the next couple years because of starting a family, but also because I'll have a heck of a lot less of a commute by then (around 25 miles round trip daily).

It all boils down to what you want the car for.

[carnageehw]

Originally Posted by thispecialk

koo thnx. is everyone happy with there car how long have u guys had it?

112,000kms on my 09 Yaris. Gone now (lease was over).

It's very plain. You won't love it, but you likely won't hate it either. It's the prefect generic car. The cupholders are in really a awkward place, and the cubbies at the side of the centre console are awkward to use for anything small.

Acceleration is better than the reviews say it is, but the car is loud as all hell. Brakes are good, but the cabin is cheap and collects dust really easily.

If all you need is a way to get from place to place, this car is fine. If you want a more enjoyable drive, with a lot of other amenities, avoid it.