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  • Toyota Yaris

Toyota Cars by Price Range

  • Under $15K

    Yaris
    MSRP: $12,205
    MPG: Up to 29


    MSRP:
    MPG: Up to

  • $15K - $25K

    Camry
    MSRP: $19,145
    MPG: Up to 21

    Corolla
    MSRP: $15,350
    MPG: Up to 26

  • $25K - $35K

    4Runner
    MSRP: $28,640
    MPG: Up to 16

    Avalon
    MSRP: $27,845
    MPG: Up to 19 (2008)

  • $35K - $45K

    4Runner
    MSRP: $35,325
    MPG: Up to 16

    Avalon
    MSRP: $35,185
    MPG: Up to 19 (2008)

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Model Highlights


Pros
The Toyota Yaris ranks as one of the lowest-priced small cars for 2008, and has especially low running costs and a longstanding reputation (with its predecessor, the Echo) for reliability. Fuel efficiency is the best in the segment, according to Toyota, and with its tight turning radius and good maneuverability the Yaris makes a very frugal city commuter.

Model Highlights
The 2008 Toyota Yaris small-car family consists of four-door sedan and three-door liftback (hatchback) models in the U.S. The Sedan is nearly 19 inches longer than the liftback, and its wheelbase is several inches longer as well. Both models come with a 106-horsepower, 1.5L inline four-cylinder engine with variable valve timing. A five-speed manual transmission is standard and a four-speed automatic is optional across the line. The automatic gets a shift logic feature to help reduce hunting while climbing/descending steep grades. Fuel economy is very impressive; with the manual gearbox the Yaris returns EPA estimates of 29 city, 36 highway. The Yaris has a suspension that's tuned for quick steering response and maneuverability; it has a MacPherson strut layout in front with a stabilizer bar, and a torsion beam-axle setup in back. The turning radius is a tight 32.6 feet. Both body styles include seating for five, with headrests for all seating positions. The fixed rear seatback (split in the liftback with the Power Package) expands cargo space up to 25.7 cubic feet on the liftback. The Yaris has a unique instrument panel layout, with the gauges mounted high in the center of the dash. Front and rear occupants get cup holders and storage spaces. Standard equipment on both models includes air conditioning, tilt steering, and intermittent wipers. Both front seat-mounted air bags and roll-sensing side-curtain air bags covering both rows of seating are available as extra-cost options, as is anti-lock brakes. Noteworthy options include a Power Package, available on all but the liftback S, which brings a CD/MP3-compatible sound system with mini-jack input, a rear defroster, and power windows, locks, and mirrors. On sedans, the Power Package adds anti-lock brakes, a tachometer, and cruise control, while on liftbacks it adds a 60/40-split back seat that slides and reclines. S models add sport seats with upgraded fabric, amber-toned Optitron gauge lighting, leather trim, and larger 15-inch wheels. 15-inch alloys are an option.

Model News
A sporty liftback S model, featuring front and rear color-keyed spoilers, sport seat fabric, amber gauge illumination, and other extras, joins the Toyota Yaris lineup for 2008.

Value Writeup
Low initial price; terrific fuel efficiency; compact dimensions with easy maneuverability.

Exterior

  • Color-keyed door handles
  • Intermittent wipers
  • Manual mirrors
  • Multi-reflector halogen headlamps

Safety

  • (3) three-point ALR/ELR rear seatbelts
  • Child seat top tether anchor brackets
  • Dual front advanced airbags
  • Energy-absorbing steering column
  • Front/rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
  • Side-impact door beams
  • Three-point front seatbelts w/pretensioners, force limiters, ALR/ELR retractors
   

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Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainFront wheel drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)4.24
First Gear Ratio (:1)2.85
Fourth Gear Rato (:1)0.70
Reverse Ratio (:1)2.34
Second Gear Ratio (:1)1.55
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
Trans Description Cont.Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Againw/OD
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type4

Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)2340

Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)5.4

Engine
Displacement1.5L/91
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas I4
Fuel SystemSFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM106 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM103 @ 4200

Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.91
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 
Suspension Type - FrontMacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)w/stabilizer bar
Suspension Type - RearTorsion Beam
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) 

Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 

Vehicle
EPA ClassificationSubcompact

Brakes
Brake ABS System 
Brake ABS System4-wheel
Brake Type 
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) 
Drum - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)10.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)7.9 x - TBD -

Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)29
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)35
  

Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km



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