Yaris scores # 1 in Reliabilty.

[Kal-El]

Originally Posted by geniusmusicman

I do have to agree with the article on it not being recommended due to performance. TheYaris is very weak when accelerating and climbing hills due to its 106 HP engine.

Originally Posted by geniusmusicman

I was just saying that it's true that the performance sucks, that's all. I like the value you get out of it and the mileage savings, but that's about it. Oh, and I do like the way it looks.

Critical dislikes have not included the Yaris's speed. In fact, since the Yaris came out, it's one of the quickest cars in its class. Surprised? It's true. And critics only compare with competition. They don't demerit the Yaris because it doesn't do what a Camry does.
The Yaris 106 HP is more than adequate for this class. Others may have a little more power, but they are still slower.

The Yaris's main failures (according to the auto press) is...

- numb electric steering feel (I personally love the feel and performance )
- overall lack of driving feel and performance (non-speed related)
- seating position/comfort
- steering wheel too far away (no telescoping)
- before later safety upgrades, 2007-2008 models were criticized for the lack of standard side airbags, ABS, stability control, ect..