why did you buy a yaris?

[foober]

I obviously got it for the great gas milage. Averages about 40 miles to the gallon now with 5,000 miles on it. Plus the toyota reliablity.

One big reason was I checked out the toyota engine it would have. Its the same as the echo engine which I found out after doing some internet research is one of the most dependable engines ever made.

I got one of the first ones in the usa so I really didnt' know what to expect. But its been alot better than I could have imagined. Has more get up and go than I thought. And its very comfortable and roomy inside. I'd buy another one right now and trade in my tacoma truck if we didn't have such high licence fees in my state of montana.

[Yaris TTE JWRC]

Originally Posted by foober

I obviously got it for the great gas milage. Averages about 40 miles to the gallon now with 5,000 miles on it. Plus the toyota reliablity.

I been tracking every tank i have used ever since i bought the car, and im not lying, i have 3.5k miles on it now (changed oil, no mods every thing factroy), and i have been getting twice 31MPG, and the rest of my tank got 30 MPG, it is about 3-4 MPG less of what the factory says, suppose to be 34 MPG / city, and 40MPG / HWY, i drive 70% HWY and 30% City,and i drive a 5speed, alos take easy when i drive just to see what the MPG really is on this car, but it is less than what it shoud be, any of you guys tracking ur MPG?? please dont lie about how much MPG u get, i wanna know what people and this car really get on MPG

[spkrman]

check the MPG thread lol

[foober]

Originally Posted by Yaris TTE JWRC

I been tracking every tank i have used ever since i bought the car, and im not lying, i have 3.5k miles on it now (changed oil, no mods every thing factroy), and i have been getting twice 31MPG, and the rest of my tank got 30 MPG, it is about 3-4 MPG less of what the factory says, suppose to be 34 MPG / city, and 40MPG / HWY, i drive 70% HWY and 30% City,and i drive a 5speed, alos take easy when i drive just to see what the MPG really is on this car, but it is less than what it shoud be, any of you guys tracking ur MPG?? please dont lie about how much MPG u get, i wanna know what people and this car really get on MPG

I have no idea why some folks aren't getting as good of gas milage. Though I've read that some are. But I know i'm getting around 38 to 40 mpg.. I drive city and country roads. I'm not a lead foot. But do like to get it up to 70 and 75 when the road opens up.

I've read for a while where some folks aren't getting but 30 miles to the gallon. And some are getting around 40 mpg. It is an interesting question why this is.

I wonder if some engines are tuned differently coming out of the factory.

[PetersRedYaris]

I would guess driving style and fual quality. Everyones definition of driving "easy" is different. I drive softly but I know our fuel here sucks. As a result I get 30-32 with mostly highway miles. I however have a yakima rack with spacebooster box for skis.

[Yaris TTE JWRC]

Originally Posted by PetersRedYaris

I would guess driving style and fual quality. Everyones definition of driving "easy" is different. I drive softly but I know our fuel here sucks. As a result I get 30-32 with mostly highway miles. I however have a yakima rack with spacebooster box for skis.

so i guess me and you gets the same MPG, is your Yaris a Stick, or auto?

[Nutzoids]

One day it was time to get rid of my 2 older cars, and get 1 NEW car. My 2 cars were:
2000 Nissan Maxima SE
2001 Hyundai Sonata
I have never…and I stress NEVER have paid more then $12,000 for a car, new or used, Bu I was thinking about doing it...

I was batting around the idea of the Honda Civic, Pontiac G5, and the Saturn Sky. My girlfriend at the time was looking at cars too… She wanted a Corolla.

While at Toyota they showed us a Yaris Sedan. When I got home I checked out Toyota’s site. I must have built this damn car about 40 different times.

Then I did a search on MSN for “Yaris Enthusiasts” and found a couple of different sites. I joined a few to ask questions. I was EXCITED to see that this car had potential for Mods. I checked out a couple of other sites, then joined this one.

Before I even knew I wanted the car, I started asking questions… reading about everyone plans and ideas…

Hell, I had already ordered parts for the thing before I picked it up... And i'm sure some of you remember the Bank of America BS...

Shit this is getting long…I’ll just sum up…

YARISWORLD.COM is the reason I bought my DARTH YARIS!

Thank you guys…ummm and girls!

[spkrman]

in that case, toyota owes all of us some commission

[03Z33]

I was bored and wanted something to mess around. It make a good daily car too

[laurijh]

At first I was looking at cars costing about €10,000. I almost ended up ordering the little Toyota Aygo (1.0l engine), but decided against it for security reasons ("only" 4 stars at EuroNCAP, no Vehicle Stability Control available).

After doing some more reading and listening to the in-laws' experience with the 1st gen Yaris (Echo in the U.S.), the new Yaris turned out to be "perfect" for me, the wife and our 2 cats.

Options: VSC (+disk brakes), A/C, alloys, larger engine (1.3l) and 5 doors. Here the Yaris Sol (one up from the base model) comes standard with: power everything, 9 airbags, seatwarmers and telescopic steering wheel. Final cost is about €20,000 ($25,000) which is kind of much for a small car, but I'm sure it'll be worth it when I get it...in about another month and a half.

Still can't wrap my head around the fact that in the U.S. you can get Yaris with automatic transmission. And, with the sedan, what's the point of a Corolla anymore?

[Yaris TTE JWRC]

Originally Posted by laurijh

Still can't wrap my head around the fact that in the U.S. you can get Yaris with automatic transmission. And, with the sedan, what's the point of a Corolla anymore?

I agree on the sedan, but you dont get Auto in a Yaris in Finland??

[RemieGino14]

I lost my first car (91 Integra) falling off a 400 ft cliff. Landed my ass in the hospital for 7 days and had no car since then. Thought my mom was gonna let me use the Murano my whole last year of highschool, but during October when I came home, all to find a brand new Yaris sitting in the Car port. I was like, "Whos Yaris is that in my spot?" and shes like mine. So like....a week later she let me "use/have" it since she wanted her murano back so now I have this Yaris.

- RemieGino14 -

[eTiMaGo]

How the f*&k do you drive off a cliff? Playing chicken?

[RemieGino14]

Originally Posted by eTiMaGo

How the f*&k do you drive off a cliff? Playing chicken?

I don't wanna get too detailed, just keep it simple. I r noob at canyons and I do know that FWD cars can't drift....they ass-slide.

- RemieGino14 -

[laurijh]

Originally Posted by Yaris TTE JWRC

I agree on the sedan, but you dont get Auto in a Yaris in Finland??

No real automatic for Yaris in Europe. There's the MMT (Multi-Mode Transmission), which is still actually a manual box, but with robotic, clutchless gear shifting. From what I've heard, it can be jumpy and inconsistent during acceleration. Still costs almost as much extra as real automatic...

[DorytheYaris]

#1 It's absolutely adorable. No other car out there looks like it.
#2 It's a Toyota. It's reliability is pretty much guaranteed.
#3 The color. It's bright, young, vibrant, and matches me.
#4 The price. One of the lowest priced cars on the road.
#5 The mileage. 40 mpg, need I say more?
#6 The stares and questions. "What IS that, anyway?"
#7 The handling. It's better than a go-kart or MINI Cooper.
#8 The storage compartments. Where can I hide my stuff today?!
#9 The body length. I can park in a spot that your car can't :) Sucker!
#10 Cause it's a Yaris. And it's the greatest car ever! 'Nuff said.

[Yaris TTE JWRC]

Originally Posted by laurijh

No real automatic for Yaris in Europe. There's the MMT (Multi-Mode Transmission), which is still actually a manual box, but with robotic, clutchless gear shifting. From what I've heard, it can be jumpy and inconsistent during acceleration. Still costs almost as much extra as real automatic...

damn i wish i can try that kinda gear box, must be awsome

[Yaris TTE JWRC]

Originally Posted by RemieGino14

I don't wanna get too detailed, just keep it simple. I r noob at canyons and I do know that FWD cars can't drift....they ass-slide.

- RemieGino14 -

FWD cars does Drift but not as much and as easy as RWD and 4WD car, you can do it in two way, either the 90degree handbrake turn or the scandinavian flicks as known in RWD and 4WD cars called power slide.