Hey guys, looking to get a Yaris, few questions here...

[richard_rsp]

Originally Posted by tooter

I have the cheapest base model 2012 2 door 5 speed hatchback and love it.

Me too. Picked up a 3-door 2012 yaris L for a cheap car and surprisingly love it!

Being that you are looking for a manual transmission, on a 2012, that means you are looking at either a 'L' model (base) or an 'SE' (top of the line). The 'LE' model only comes in Automatic. (these models apply only to 2012).

The L has everything I want in a car (after I added cruise control, VERY easy) except keyless entry; but I'm learning to live without that.

The SE is a good bit more expensive and comes in a 5-door only, but it has a sportier interior, alloy wheels, cruise, leather wrapped wheel, stiffer suspension, and a quicker steering ratio. If you are wanting the sportiest Yaris sold in the US, this is it. Still not fast, but quicker in the corners.

I say look at your budget, look at the options, and go test drive em'!