Yaris followup

Not so sad about the '87 Accord any longer? You do recognize that the Yaris platform is a lot more crash worthy than that old Accord. Not to mention fuel efficient.

I would like to test drive the Yaris, is your Yaris a automatic or standard shift? Coupe or sedan?

Does it feel like it has some power, for a 3 cylinder?

Thanks

Tom

The July 2006 issue of Popular Mechanics compared the Yaris sedan, Honda Fit Sport, Nissan Versa 1.85, and Kia Rios SX.

PM described the Yaris as a "pint size Camry." It was the quickest 0-60 and got the best fuel mileage of the 4 vehicles tested, and the most boring to drive. They liked the Honda Fit Sport as most fun to drive.

BTW, the Yaris has a 1.5 liter in line 4 cylinder, not a 3 cylinder.

Is that a variant on the old 4A they used to use in the Tercel?

Charles of Schaumburg.

Not really a lot of power compared to my old 90 Acura. I miss being able to zip around people. It's enough to get around town with.

I have the sedan and when you're driving it, it really does not feel like you're in a small car. And the car reeks of toyota quality everywhere.

yeah but in a lot of ways ( think the honda had a much nicer ride. I am enjoying the cd player. first I've ever had in a vehicle.

I believe the Yaris has the 1NZ-FE engine, a variant of the 1NZ-FXE internal combustion engine portion of the Prius' Hybrid Synergy Drive.