2008 Toyota Yaris Consumer Reviews Page 4

Great Car and Great Mileage

Written by: djludwig on 10/10/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought the Yaris on the strength of its reliability and gas mileage. I am pleased with the quality and for the price it is a solid car. It rides better than the larger Plymouth Sundance that was my prior car. My first 2 gas stops were 42 MPG and 38.5 MPG. I think that the mileage will improve as the engine breaks in. I bought the Sea Mist Green Metallic and the color is beautiful. I will continue to buy Toyota.

Favorite Features

Center mounted instrument cluster; gas mileage; styling.

Suggested Improvements

Higher range for the tilt steering wheel, factory installed side mouldings.

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Yay

Written by: plmille2 on 10/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought the Yaris to replace my 1999 Honda Civic and I can honestly say I could not be happier. The gas mileage is slightly better, but the overall comfort is amazing. The first day I drove it to work everyone commented on how small it was, then wanted to buy one for themselves when they sat in it. It is SO roomy inside, more roomy than my Civic, and drives very smooth. The body seems solid on the interstate and it hugs the roadway. I was surprised to find how high it sits. There have been many times when I am sitting at a red light and a crossover or SUV pulls up next to me and I am eye level with the driver, and I'm only 5'4". It makes me feel much safer.

Favorite Features

Body style, perfect size for student and passenger, design, ride quality, height.

Suggested Improvements

The plastic interior does seem to scuff easily, but it is wiped away very simply with some armor-all or a wet wipe. The back windshield (I think) rattles when I go certain speeds, but it may just be my storage container in the trunk.

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I love my Yaris

Written by: Peggy on 10/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I did research before getting this car. Got it yesterday and love it, love it, love it. It is like driving a sports car. I had a lot of errands to run and the gas gauge barely moved. It is zippy, picks up speed on the highway nicely. It is great fun!

Favorite Features

Handling, gas mileage, appearance.

Suggested Improvements

don't know of any yet

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Great Little Car

Written by: Andy on 09/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am amazed about this car. I wanted good gas mileage and this car delivers! Great performance for the engine it has. It maneuvers really good. The Yaris gets in places that my Dodge Caravan could never go. I got the convenience package with a great audio system and 15 inch wheels. I am very satisfied with the Yaris!!

Favorite Features

I am 6 foot and the Yaris has lots of legroom for me. It handles great. Comfortable. Lots of spaces to place things.

Suggested Improvements

None whatsoever.

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Great little car

Written by: kernal on 09/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have a 2007 Camry XLE V6 which I use for long trips. I wanted a small economical new car with good mileage to drive around locally. I compared the Chev Aveo, the Smart car and a small Kia. I felt the Toyota Yaris would meet my needs and I have not been disappointed. The mpg is very good above advertised. The car is comfortable, fun and easy to drive. For a small 2 door hatchback it has a surprising amount interior room. With the rear 60-40 rear seat down it has a great cargo space in the back. I added a few options for comfort and appearance. As with any small car it sways on the highway in high crosswinds. Overall I am very pleased with this car. It does cost a little more than similar.

Favorite Features

My Yaris has auto trans and the power package with electric windows, good radio and rear wiper with heated glass. I like the standard features that come with the base model. High mileage was my reason for buying this car. All Yaris' have a great 1.5 L engine with 4 valves per cyl and VVT.

Suggested Improvements

I was disappointed that the Yaris is in short supply and it is hard to find what you want on this car. The Toyota web site says that the car comes with quite a few options. You cannot order a car from the factory with your desired features. You must take what comes off the truck carrier. Bummer.

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small car, but so roomy inside.

Written by: i like driving now on 09/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I just got my Yaris and I couldn't be happier! My explorer was only 2 years old, but the gas prices were killing me and it was just too big. I enjoy driving now. I never have any backseat passengers anyway, so i put the backseats down and it's like a mini-suv. I even fit a desk and chair back there. I love all the cubby and stash places. I don't like things loose in my car. The doors are big it's alot easier to get in and out than I thought it would be. Didn't realize it tells you what gear you are in on the computer screen. Mom drove it in 3rd. Now we got it figured out. It has a great turn radius so 3 point turns are a cinchOutside. They put a lot of thought into this little car!

Favorite Features

All the gloveboxes and cubbies. The design is so cute, very euro. Easy and fun to drive. I like the speedometer placement I think it is stupid to have to look through a steering wheel. Great gas mileage. Auxiliary input. Black interior, black seats with blue polka dots! No beige please!

Suggested Improvements

I'd like to see more options. Leather would be nice. Another ac input I only found one. Heated seats. I think a center console would be really be awesome.

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WOW!

Written by: Bill3865 on 09/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I read dozens of reviews on this site before I bought my very own Yaris just 6 hours ago! What an awesome little car! I'm 6' 2" and 262 pounds and this car has plenty of room for me. The A/C will freeze you to death, the fuel efficient engine has more than enough zip to make driving fun again. It looks great, drives great, handles great, and I love it. Mine has factory cruise control, so it is available for the hatchback. I love this car :)

Favorite Features

Storage compartments, sporty handling, good visibility, and everything else! Super car!

Suggested Improvements

Make center armrest standard

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Solid little car

Written by: BrushDog on 09/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this car mainly for its fuel economy and of course Toyota reliability. It has met all my expectations. I get a consistent 41 mpg on 90% highway driving. It has a surprising amount of interior room for such a small exterior and a huge trunk to boot. I don't understand how Edmunds and other "supposed" car experts review this car so harshly. It was designed to be a solidly built high MPG car without compromising economy. I'll skip the bells and whistles for reliability and a low windowsticker price.

Favorite Features

MPG, quirky style, centermount instrumentation

Suggested Improvements

Make cruise control standard on all models. Better stereo.

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Awesome little car!

Written by: Jen on 09/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris S 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this car when ending my senior year in high school. I was looking to get a fuel-friendly affordable car and I got just that! I recently brought the car to NH and I was averaging 45 mpg on the highway. The car is big enough inside where I don't feel cramped and it is usually the car my friends and I take to the beach because it's great on gas and the trunk is huge. (My cousin and I can both fit in the trunk together!) The car can definitely hold its own on the highway and definitely makes for a comfortable ride. I would highly recommend this car! I love my Betty Boop =)

Favorite Features

The speedometer in the center took getting used to but I tend to see how fast I am driving now. The placement of the cup holders is also different but definitely works.

Suggested Improvements

For being affordable and great on gas I can't complain much, but the car does seem to lack highway pickup when comparing to my old 97' honda civic.

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2008 Yaris - great gas mileage

Written by: luvmyaris on 09/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Toyota Yaris 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have only had the auto 10,000 miles since February. Great gas mileage, I have gotten over 40 MPG. Great initial quality, No problems. Have only had 1 oil change to date, that and gas and it is 'good to go'. GREAT CAR, best 'bang for the buck'.

Favorite Features

Cup holders; fact you can plug in MP3 player.

Suggested Improvements

Make power locks standard.

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