Toyota

Toyota Yaris

Price $13,990 – $19,990
Fuel consumption 5.2 – 6.8 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 73%(view ratings)
The Yaris hatchback is offering something new this year with an all-new body and interior. The sedan, however, stays the same as last year. Under the hood is a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 106 hp and 103 lbs.-ft. of torque. It can be equipped with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or an optional 4-speed automatic. The Yaris is one of the most reliable sub-compact car on the market.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 73%
Driving 7/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 10/10
Winter driving 6/10
Comfort 6/10

What's new in 2012

Redisigned body and interior of the hatchback

Pros

  • New hatchback version
  • Better fuel economy
  • Durable
  • Decently roomy
  • Impressively reliable

Cons

  • Sleepy steering
  • Ho-hum performances
  • Cheap plastics
  • Seats not particularly comfortable
  • Controversial dashboard (sedan)

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