Toyota Yaris Forums - Ultimate Yaris Enthusiast Site
 

 


 
Go Back   Toyota Yaris Forums - Ultimate Yaris Enthusiast Site > Members Area > Off-topic / Other Cars / Everything else Discussions
  The Tire Rack

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 07-01-2010, 01:03 AM   #1
yarswiss
Albino truck smasher
 
yarswiss's Avatar
 
Drives: '07 Yaris LB Auto
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Sunland, CA
Posts: 101
Who will get the Scion iQ?

I'm curious to see how many people are going to be getting the Scion iQ when it finally hits our shores this year, either as a trade in or accompanying car. I've been eagerly awaiting its arrival until I noticed a few things with the US model:

  • Edit: 1.33 engine without start-stop system like Euro model
  • Same width as the Yaris (66.1 inches)
  • Same steering wheel as Yaris instead of non-symmetric one in Euro version.
  • No manual transmission, CVT only
  • Smaller and harder to use radio controls compared to Euro model
  • Probably starting around $14,000, to fit the "premium" small car niche occupied by Smart car
  • No glove compartments/pouches on dash, like in Euro model
I obtained this data from a bunch of different sources online and from Toyota. I'm kind of bummed now that I see it for what it is: a shortened Yaris with less practical use, higher price and negligibly better fuel economy. What do you guys think? Who plans on getting one?

Last edited by yarswiss; 07-01-2010 at 01:13 AM.
yarswiss is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 01:19 AM   #2
SilverBack
Joey
 
SilverBack's Avatar
 
Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: El Monte, Ca
Posts: 3,529
Send a message via AIM to SilverBack
Quote:
Originally Posted by yarswiss View Post
  • Edit: 1.33 engine without start-stop system like Euro model
  • Same width as the Yaris (66.1 inches)
  • Same steering wheel as Yaris instead of non-symmetric one in Euro version.
  • No manual transmission, CVT only
  • Smaller and harder to use radio controls compared to Euro model
  • Probably starting around $14,000, to fit the "premium" small car niche occupied by Smart car
  • No glove compartments/pouches on dash, like in Euro model
I obtained this data from a bunch of different sources online and from Toyota. I'm kind of bummed now that I see it for what it is: a shortened Yaris with less practical use, higher price and negligibly better fuel economy. What do you guys think? Who plans on getting one?
I'm already discouraged. I paid only $12.5K new for my Yaris and still got more features, like OEM alloys and Power Package. Sorry, have to pass on this.
__________________
Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed.

A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting.

"I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill
SilverBack is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 02:10 AM   #3
BluYrs
ヴィッツ ドライバー
 
BluYrs's Avatar
 
Drives: 2006 3d 1.0 Linea Sol
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Tallinn, Estonia
Posts: 433
Quote:
Originally Posted by yarswiss View Post
A shortened Yaris with less practical use, higher price and negligibly better fuel economy.
That's exactly what it is.

The higher price is (in Europe at least) backed up by better equipment than the Yaris. The iQ is not offered in basic level so even the cheapest ones get 15'' alloys, tinted glass, A/C, leather steering wheel w/ audio controls, leather shifter, remote central locking, electric windows, MP3/CD audio w/ 6 speakers and AUX in, heated seats, 50/50 rear seat and traction control- most of which is not standard on the Yaris.

As for fuel consumption, mileage for the iQ is 20% better than for a Yaris with the same engine.
__________________


The blue one
BluYrs is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 09:28 AM   #4
custodian
 
Drives: Chevrolet Colorado
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Southern Illinois
Posts: 5
We are reading everything we can find about the IQ... the smaller exterior dimensions & 1.3 L/CVT seem to be exactly what we will be looking for.

Our Colorado will be paid off in 10 more payments... I will never finance for 72 months again. We have found the 4x4 CC to be very dependable (oil changes, brake pads & shoes, TB cleanings... all DIY with Coloradofans.com assistance) & intend on keeping it as a second driver for the 3 months of snow we get. As a homeowner... the utility of a pickup is nice to have at times also. At that time we will look at the IQ and Yaris to see which makes more sense for us as a primary driver.

The decision between IQ, Yaris, & certified Yaris will ultimately be the bottom line. Like I said, I do not want to finance for 72 months again... will stick to 36-48 months as a limit.
custodian is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 01:36 PM   #5
RedHatch08
Canadetroiter
 
RedHatch08's Avatar
 
Drives: 2008 3DR 5M
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Detroit MI USA
Posts: 237
Let's see:

- MORE expensive
- LESS power
- LESS space
- NO manual

Hmmmm... probably stick with my paid for used Yaris. Nice car but not really worth upgrading.
__________________
K&N Air Filter . Rear Debadge
RedHatch08 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 01:42 PM   #6
STC
"LibertyRides!"
 
STC's Avatar
 
Drives: 2010 Yaris 3Dr LB | 2020 Stang
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: State College, PA, USA
Posts: 576
No way!!! No manual I'm out...
__________________
~ Mark ~
2010 Yaris 3-Dr Liftback, 5-Speed Manual, P185/60R 15, Bayou Blue Pearl
I Love my YARIS - (Click below to see Gaslog):

Most miles Tank: 538 tank/10.148 gal = 53.015 MPG / Most MPG: 54.95 MPG (ethanol) 425 tank/7.73 gal

"The evils of government are directly proportional to the tolerance of the people." -- Frank Kent
STC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 05:37 PM   #7
jpmck03
 
jpmck03's Avatar
 
Drives: 2018 Volkswagen GTI
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: PA
Posts: 893
Quote:
Originally Posted by RedHatch08 View Post
Let's see:

- MORE expensive
- LESS power
- LESS space
- NO manual

Hmmmm... probably stick with my paid for used Yaris. Nice car but not really worth upgrading.
...I think you meant downgrading?

Seems like that'd be like "upgading" from an Avalon to a Corolla...
__________________
my {(retired) ride} - {mi ssk: review, diy} - {mi lw cp: review, diy} - {foglight install} - {painted emblem: experiment, diy}


jpmck03 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 05:39 PM   #8
RedHatch08
Canadetroiter
 
RedHatch08's Avatar
 
Drives: 2008 3DR 5M
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Detroit MI USA
Posts: 237
^

... well yeah. Upgrading in terms of newer and more "premium" I guess.

In every other sense I suppose it is a downgrade.
__________________
K&N Air Filter . Rear Debadge
RedHatch08 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 06:46 PM   #9
jpmck03
 
jpmck03's Avatar
 
Drives: 2018 Volkswagen GTI
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: PA
Posts: 893
...yeah, not sharpshootin' ya there...

Now, going to a '10 or '11 Yaris liftback with a power package... it's got a tach! Upgrade!
__________________
my {(retired) ride} - {mi ssk: review, diy} - {mi lw cp: review, diy} - {foglight install} - {painted emblem: experiment, diy}


jpmck03 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 06:54 PM   #10
RedHatch08
Canadetroiter
 
RedHatch08's Avatar
 
Drives: 2008 3DR 5M
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Detroit MI USA
Posts: 237
No worries. A tach would be an upgrade for sure tho!
__________________
K&N Air Filter . Rear Debadge
RedHatch08 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-01-2010, 11:05 PM   #11
solarVitz
 
solarVitz's Avatar
 
Drives: 08 Yaris S Liftback
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: San Diego
Posts: 332
Send a message via AIM to solarVitz Send a message via Yahoo to solarVitz
Hmm No! I wont get the IQ period. Im stuck with my yaris forever lol.
__________________
solarVitz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 09:26 AM   #12
gokartride
 
Drives: 2009 Yaris 3-Door Liftback
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Texas
Posts: 213
I may buy one...the Yaris is too big for what I need.
gokartride is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 12:14 PM   #13
Greenthunder
 
Greenthunder's Avatar
 
Drives: 2006 Ford Mustang GT
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Ohio
Posts: 150
What do you mean the Yaris is too big? what size is right for you? A bicycle?
__________________
I love this smiley!
Greenthunder is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 12:42 PM   #14
gokartride
 
Drives: 2009 Yaris 3-Door Liftback
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Texas
Posts: 213
Quote:
Originally Posted by Greenthunder View Post
What do you mean the Yaris is too big? what size is right for you?
I don't really need a back seat all that often, nor a trunk for that matter. The split fold-down seats on the iQ would work better for me....rear seat up for a passenger or two, seat down (one or both) for my bike, trip to Home Depot, or other stuff. Perfect flexibility.

Wheels at the corner and a smaller turning radius are also attractive iQ features...I'm looking forward to a test drive.
gokartride is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 02:56 PM   #15
Greenthunder
 
Greenthunder's Avatar
 
Drives: 2006 Ford Mustang GT
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Ohio
Posts: 150
I'll sell you my Tracker for $2000 its got a small turning radius and its a hardtop convertible plus its 4X4
__________________
I love this smiley!
Greenthunder is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 04:34 PM   #16
derickveliz2
 
derickveliz2's Avatar
 
Drives: Yaris Sedan "S"
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Central, MA
Posts: 2,722
.

This one looks very interesting! though I love my Yaris and won't trade.

__________________
. My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses.
CLA 250, 4MATIC
derickveliz2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 04:40 PM   #17
ERA
 
ERA's Avatar
 
Drives: '10 Zephyr Yaris Sedan
Join Date: May 2010
Location: any way the wind blows
Posts: 188
weird lookin. its cool though i guess.
__________________
ERA is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-06-2010, 05:06 PM   #18
gokartride
 
Drives: 2009 Yaris 3-Door Liftback
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Texas
Posts: 213
Quote:
Originally Posted by Greenthunder View Post
I'll sell you my Tracker
It's too big, too....besides, I like a lower COG.

Last edited by gokartride; 07-07-2010 at 08:53 AM.
gokartride is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Rockland Toyota's Scion Revolution 4.0 phyre76 NY / NJ/ CT / PA 70 08-11-2010 05:20 AM
FS: 2005 Scion xA RS2.0 Turbo uberegg Cars for Sale by private party 40 04-03-2010 11:45 AM
Check out the new Scion iQ concept. In the States in 2011/2012 LA Yaris California 9 10-23-2009 08:11 PM
Meras Dudas ??? FJ YHBCR Central and South America 8 09-20-2007 11:01 AM
Scion xD Rudeshady Central and South America 1 06-25-2007 01:11 PM


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:34 AM.




YarisWorld
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.