2008 Toyota Yaris Consumer Reviews

Happy with my decision!

Written by: Emily on 07/01/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

When my Chevy died on me, I wanted an affordable car with good fuel economy, as I commute a long distance. I've been outstandingly happy with my Yaris. I average 38 mpg (mixed driving, both city and highway) and have a record of 41 mpg. While not the Yaris is not the quickest accelerator, I do not feel out of pace on the freeway. Not recommended for tall consumers. I am 5'5" and feel that this is the perfect sized car for me. The Corolla feels slightly too big, for comparison. The center gauges do not take long to get used to, and are not as distracting as you would think. Stereo is excellent, storage capacity good for a car of its size.

Favorite Features

Fuel economy, exterior, stereo

Suggested Improvements

Quieter engine, better quality seats

14 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Yaris Sedan 4 door 2008

Written by: lonlac on 07/01/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I just love this car, I've had it for six months! Great on mileage, the odometer in the centre cluster makes so much sense rather than everything hiding behind the steering wheel. Very spacious and roomy, great pick up and go and handles very well! It's a ten in my books! Great Toyota value and quality.

Favorite Features

Centre cluster, easy to view. Rather than being hidden behind the steering wheel like most other cars.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders should be moved to centre

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Can't beat this car for the money

Written by: jaded541 on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Even if this car were not the least expensive car on the market I would still think it was a great car and fun to drive. Edmunds should create a new ratings category called Joy per Dollar (JPD). If they did this car would come out on top.

Favorite Features

Hatchback is very fun design.

Suggested Improvements

For this price I can't think of anything I would change.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Yaris

Written by: Toyota on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I've had my Yaris for 20,000 miles and love it. I do highway driving and have never gotten below 37 mpg, with a personal best of 45 mpg. I travel on the highway at 75-80 mph with no issues or fears. I'm 6'1" and am very comfortable in the vehicle. No issues at all.

Favorite Features

Turning radius. MPG obviously. The oil filter is extremely easy to change with no spilling. Fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Fold down rear seating. Second power outlet. Seating fabric is very cheap. Cheap trunk latch.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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For the money, it's all good.

Written by: alfasax on 06/27/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

40 mpg. Easily obtainable, 37 mpg without trying all day long! Great styling. Luv this car!

Favorite Features

Mileage, quality, styling, fun to drive, low cost/mile including initial.

Suggested Improvements

Add: cruise control. Nav

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Mark C

Written by: 55idive on 06/27/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Love It! The red is red, drives great in the wind, cool add ons, My wife loves it!!

Favorite Features

Aux plug, radio is great, large passenger compartment.

Suggested Improvements

Extended driver seat adjustment/ maybe kit. Power window on driver's side only. All vehicles, rear door lock/unlock light.

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2008 Toyota Yaris

Written by: norske on 06/22/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Have had it for 2 days and love it. Wanted it solely for mpg, so bells & whistles were not a necessity. It's just plain fun to drive. Parks like a dream (no depth perception so that's important), feels bigger than it is, good interior room, shifts great, acceleration is good, great Toyota a/c, thought dashboard design would be awkward - not, will be a great commuter car (70 miles a day). Other subcompacts have similar mpg & more base options but are more money, If you can find one, buy it, most bang for $.

Favorite Features

Handling, folding rear seat, a/c, cd player, storage, mpg, a/c controls.

Suggested Improvements

Options to make standard - side air bags, remote control mirrors, headlamps off when car is off,

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Got to loooove my Yaris!

Written by: mcgoulkin on 06/18/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love this car! Unbelievable gas mileage. You cannot get any better value for the money. I regularly get stopped by people who are curious about the car and I tell them all the same thing . . . BUY IT! I was a little concerned when I first bought it regarding the size. We are a family of four and we all fit easily and comfortably. Even for long trips. And at 40+ mpg we can actually afford long trips.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage obviously, cute factor, price tag, Toyota dependability.

Suggested Improvements

Gas gauge is electronic bars that disappear as your gas disappears. I don't like not knowing when it will go. Also my car does not have an RPM gauge. It's kind of weird driving a standard without one.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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I Love my new Yaris

Written by: Deca on 06/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This little Yaris is the coolest car on the planet. I just am amazed with it. People look at me more than when i drove my Xterra . The gas mileage is awesome. My only concern is how this car will take the winter and sleet/snow. The S package does come with bigger tires so you do lose some gas mileage but the handling is better. The AC is great. The interior room is plenty. I do give Toyota lots of credit for making a peppy 1.5 16 valve . The Yaris should pass every test possible that my BF will put it through. I look forward to the east coast winter and see if it really is all that. Oh I did add my own GPS and Sirius and tinted the glass. Let's rock this Yaris.

Favorite Features

I love the colors Toyota offers. Mine is blue as the review. The ability to park in nyc anywere is the coolest.

Suggested Improvements

The driver seat needs more features. Dual 12V outlets would be nice. Side mirrors could be a little larger sunroof option would be awesome.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Great vehicle

Written by: merrel on 06/14/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

All my life I drove large luxury cars for business and pleasure. Now retired and gas over $4 gal, sold my Jaguar and love this tiny car. High quality, 38-40 mpg, well built! Slight adjustment getting used to. Very economical and fun to drive.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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