Just took the Yaris on Highway.. - Toyota Yaris Forums

Twistoffate0817 · 03-12-2009, 03:45 PM

And I have to say I was surprised on how well it did. The engine noise is a little loud, but thats the only "bad" thing. Handling was good, and it was easy to speed up to get onto the highway. :)

*tomato* · 03-12-2009, 04:37 PM

Are you sure we have the same Yaris?

Mine is fine on the highway, but getting in and out is a bit of a challenge. I guess it all depends who's driving onthe next lane, what they're driving, whether they're willing to let you in, what speed they're doing already, what mood they're in...

I agree with you, though, once you're on the highway, she handles pretty well.

ddongbap · 03-12-2009, 04:43 PM

IDK man, I can pass people in 5th gear. It isn't horible.

*tomato* · 03-12-2009, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ddongbap

IDK man, I can pass people in 5th gear. It isn't horible.

Sure, in 5th gear, no complaint at all.

It's when you're in the lower gears that it is difficult to get good acceleration. I drive stock , if that makes a difference?

*tomato* · 03-12-2009, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by PK198105

i have no problems with my stock one , best gears for acceleration 2nd and 3rd (it will actually get you to 65mph pretty fast) , 4th gear sucks though below 65mph. 5th is good

Roger that. Sounds like I might be going to 4th too soon.

signs · 03-13-2009, 05:47 AM

I have a 1.3 and the yaris drive fine on the hiway. Most surprised and impressed with how well it performs at 100kmh. I've heard people say that the steering starts to shake on hiways - I get none of that. In fact, I often have to keep my eye on my speed as I tend to go over - easily.

Lafiro · 03-12-2009, 04:44 PM

Yeah this Yaris is nothing like my friends S600 pushing 518HP to the wheels, on a hydraulic suspension, I must tell you all :(

m911gt · 03-12-2009, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Lafiro

Yeah this Yaris is nothing like my friends S600 pushing 518HP to the wheels, on a hydraulic suspension, I must tell you all :(

Damnit, I thought it would be about the same

kuyachris84 · 03-17-2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by m911gt

Damnit, I thought it would be about the same

Me too! LOL

wiirenet · 03-19-2009, 02:12 PM

First day I went on the highway freaked me out, I was on the phone how I always am after work and for the first time I said "I have to go, I need both my hands!" So maybe the yaris will make me a safer driver lol.

I don't know if it was an exceptionally windy day, or just the fact that it was 55+ mph, but I did feel like the wind or something was making me wobble- I had never experienced such a feeling since I've only driven a large nissan maxima until the yaris hatchback.

If I get that feeling again (basically I feel like I'm going to blown into the next lane/car) I will research sway bars. I have no idea how they work but if they seriously make a big difference with the swaying I will consider it. Surprised the dealer didn't mention/sell them.. seems like an important thing, unless people are used to and don't care about the car being wobbly on the highway...

*edit
Dumb question but I am wondering... does the car just *feel* like you're swaying/wobbly/going to get blown into the next lane or is it seriously light enough to be pushed a significant enough amount and is dangerous? Bascially.. does it just feel dangerous but its nothing to worry about, or is there a possibility if I'm not careful I'll bump into another car?? (3dr hatchback)

*tomato* · 03-19-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by wiirenet

Dumb question but I am wondering... does the car just *feel* like you're swaying/wobbly/going to get blown into the next lane or is it seriously light enough to be pushed a significant enough amount and is dangerous? Bascially.. does it just feel dangerous but its nothing to worry about, or is there a possibility if I'm not careful I'll bump into another car?? (3dr hatchback)

IMO, it's not just a feeling.

I freaked out too, the first time I felt the wind push my Yaris around, believe me!

Dealers usually just tell you the positive stuff about the car, not the negative (well, not unless they have something better ..er... more $$$ to sell you! ).

Saggio · 03-12-2009, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Lafiro

Yeah this Yaris is nothing like my friends S600 pushing 518HP to the wheels, on a hydraulic suspension, I must tell you all :(

Best post yet

nemelek · 03-12-2009, 05:48 PM

Handling for the Yaris is ok considering that it is a small car. However handling during windy conditions is poor.

m911gt · 03-12-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by nemelek

Handling for the Yaris is ok considering that it is a small car. However handling during windy conditions is poor.

Yep! Stock suspension is pretty bubble-like around the bends, a few modifications make a world of difference.

kenora · 03-12-2009, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by nemelek

Handling for the Yaris is ok considering that it is a small car. However handling during windy conditions is poor.

I have only driven my 2009 5 door LB 900 km so far but already HATE the uneasy feel on the highway in windy conditions... what can I do to improve it?

SeaYa · 03-13-2009, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by kenora

I have only driven my 2009 5 door LB 900 km so far but already HATE the uneasy feel on the highway in windy conditions... what can I do to improve it?

Quick, cheap, noticable difference? Rear Sway Bar

kenora · 03-13-2009, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SeaYa

Quick, cheap, noticable difference? Rear Sway Bar

Thanks, great idea...where do I get one and how much?

*Astroman* · 03-13-2009, 05:40 PM

Contact Caliyaris (garm, microimage) He has a progress one for cheaper than the trd version. TRDsparks.com has the rear TRD sway bar, that is where I got mine from.

03-12-2009, 03:45 PM	#1
Twistoffate0817 My Little Blue Egg :) Drives: '09 3 door Yaris Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Voorhees, NJ Posts: 185	Just took the Yaris on Highway.. And I have to say I was surprised on how well it did. The engine noise is a little loud, but thats the only "bad" thing. Handling was good, and it was easy to speed up to get onto the highway. :)

03-12-2009, 05:48 PM	#13
nemelek DWEED Drives: 3DR 2008 Metorite Metalic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,161	Handling for the Yaris is ok considering that it is a small car. However handling during windy conditions is poor. __________________ Making a decision without following it with an action is still a fantasy.

03-13-2009, 05:40 PM	#18
Astroman Modded Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 07 Toyota Yaris, 71 Galaxie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 3,670	Contact Caliyaris (garm, microimage) He has a progress one for cheaper than the trd version. TRDsparks.com has the rear TRD sway bar, that is where I got mine from. __________________ Please visit my online store for computer stuff and Official Yarisworld decals!

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03-12-2009, 04:37 PM	#2
tomato Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2DR LB 07, MT, Abs. Red Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 5,155	Are you sure we have the same Yaris? Mine is fine on the highway, but getting in and out is a bit of a challenge. I guess it all depends who's driving onthe next lane, what they're driving, whether they're willing to let you in, what speed they're doing already, what mood they're in... I agree with you, though, once you're on the highway, she handles pretty well.

03-12-2009, 04:43 PM	#3
ddongbap Banned Drives: yw calls me douche and racist. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: hay Posts: 2,183	IDK man, I can pass people in 5th gear. It isn't horible.

03-13-2009, 05:47 AM	#6
signs Drives: toyota yaris Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: australia Posts: 11	I have a 1.3 and the yaris drive fine on the hiway. Most surprised and impressed with how well it performs at 100kmh. I've heard people say that the steering starts to shake on hiways - I get none of that. In fact, I often have to keep my eye on my speed as I tend to go over - easily.

03-12-2009, 04:44 PM	#7
Lafiro Drives: 06 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 694	Yeah this Yaris is nothing like my friends S600 pushing 518HP to the wheels, on a hydraulic suspension, I must tell you all :(

03-19-2009, 02:12 PM	#10
wiirenet View User's Garage Drives: Black '09 2dr HB Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: near Chicago, IL Posts: 286	First day I went on the highway freaked me out, I was on the phone how I always am after work and for the first time I said "I have to go, I need both my hands!" So maybe the yaris will make me a safer driver lol. I don't know if it was an exceptionally windy day, or just the fact that it was 55+ mph, but I did feel like the wind or something was making me wobble- I had never experienced such a feeling since I've only driven a large nissan maxima until the yaris hatchback. If I get that feeling again (basically I feel like I'm going to blown into the next lane/car) I will research sway bars. I have no idea how they work but if they seriously make a big difference with the swaying I will consider it. Surprised the dealer didn't mention/sell them.. seems like an important thing, unless people are used to and don't care about the car being wobbly on the highway... edit Dumb question but I am wondering... does the car just feel* like you're swaying/wobbly/going to get blown into the next lane or is it seriously light enough to be pushed a significant enough amount and is dangerous? Bascially.. does it just feel dangerous but its nothing to worry about, or is there a possibility if I'm not careful I'll bump into another car?? (3dr hatchback)