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![]() Drives: yaris Join Date: Nov 2014
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2013 Yaris questions-4-cylinder engine and Honda Fit
I am within inches of buying a 2013 4-door Yaris hatchback.
Been doing some online research and I keep running into "buy a Honda Fit instead" because of the Yaris having a 4-cylinder transmission. I hear the Fit has more pep and stronger engine. But I need a car soon and I'm tired of shopping. I have always loved Toyotas but my last toyota was a 1989 corolla and my current car is a Ford Escape..and this is my LAST Ford EVER! Can anyone comment on the fit versus yaris? This is the first car I have purchased in years and I'm nervous enough as it is! Big decision for me financially. |
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I'm not very well versed in the latest generation of Fit VS Yaris, but from a mechanical POV they are both very good options. You won't go wrong with either choice. Things I notice different between Fits and Yaris are:
-Fit rides rougher, yet the Yaris handles better -Fit engine management is faster to react (better) -Fit is a fair bit more $$$ -Fit M/T shifter is much nicer than Yaris Really after that, it comes down to which car has the better options, and price, to suite your tastes. Both are proven reliable, and similar have costs to run/repair. Cheers. |
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Honestly I don't think you can go wrong with either one. When I was shopping to replace my last car (VW Golf TDI...never again), it came down to the Yaris and Fit as finalists. The Fit was a very close second. The interior of the Fit is nicer and more practical, but I preferred the Yaris exterior. The Yaris also handled better IMO but be aware I bought a SE model. Both are very reliable but Yaris is slightly ahead here and with MPG as well. Overall I just liked the Yaris better but as I said I don't think you would be disappointed by either one. YMMV.
Oh also I am talking about the last generation Fit not the new 2015 model. |
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If you are used to utilizing the room in the Escape, you might want to pick the Fit because of the so called 'magical seat' (the back seat with all of the different folding options). In 2007 and 2008 (when not on long trips, etc.) I lived with my cousin. She bought an Escape to be able to put a car seat (for my little cousin) on the back seat and (behind that) a good sized dog on her blanket in the cargo area, as well as alternately being able to carry valuable art or sports gear (bikes, ski gear, etc.). Occasionally she would need what my Yaris had to offer, and we would switch vehicles for the day. Her Escape has been pretty reliable, but she only really puts miles on it on weekends (only abouit 15 miles per day during the week).
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ahh...the escape
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![]() Drives: yaris Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Portlandia
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Thanks everyone!
I think I have fallen for this little Yaris. I agree with one of you who said they didn't like the Honda Fit body style as much..and I agree. I keep my cars for so long that this is a big decision for me and I appreciate the info!!
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Yaris is cheaper.
Yaris comes in a 2 door which the Fit does not. The 2 door is easier to get yourself and things in and out of than a four door. I might be wrong but I think the Yaris is higher up in the air which also makes getting in and out of it easier.
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They sit VERY differently.
I'm almost 6' and weighing about 285 pounds with long legs and arms. For me, the upright, truck-like, seating position of the Yaris is FAR more comfortable than that of the leg's foward position of the Fit. To me, it's all about getting the flattest angle between my knee's and my hip. In the Fit, my knee's sit much higher than my hip, and I find that puts unwanted pressure on my lower-back area. That being said, I prefer the interior quality of the Fit more than that of the Yaris. I also think the ride is quieter and smoother (see the thread about the vibration at stop lights) but less fun. Good luck! |
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Might I add that there is also an amazing member on this forum named CTScott who provides awesome technical support for the Yaris.
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Honestly, I didn't enjoy driving the Fit as much. It seemed to lack the peppy willing and wanting to go feeling my Yaris has. Add in cup holders on the dashboard (with me banging my knee on one) and I was absolutely over my Fit test drive. Besides, as someone else stated, I was drawn to the beauty of my 2 door hatch.
My Yari is fun, dependable, and always makes me look forward to our daily commute.
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I'm guessing BlueCar decided against the Yaris since he hasn't posted anything further on his decision. For me, it boiled down to either the Yaris or Fit when I bought my car in December of 2010. It's a tough call, and if I had to do it over again who knows which way I'd go. I must say, however, that the Yaris has grown on me and I now particularly like it since it's paid for. :-)
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I have a 2012 Yaris and my wife has a 2009 Honda Fit Sport. Since hers is the sport model, I assume the suspension is specially-tuned in some way. It's very stiff to drive; I don't like it at all. The Fit is extremely awesome in regard to flexibility in carrying cargo and the like.
I know the Fit is a great car, but the driving experience isn't very good (IMO). |
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