Toyota Yaris SR (2007 - 2009) 1.8 VVT-i SR 5d (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They liked it - everyone found the keyless entry and ignition impressive.
Would you buy this car again and why?
The car was excellent in so many ways, but I like to have more performance so I wouldnt get another one.
What are you likely to buy next?
Honda Civic
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
July 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
My aim was to purchase a car that was reliable, practical, well equipped and safe, but at the same time unique with a good turn of speed. I had read varied reports on the 1.8 Yaris SR and thought I'd give it a go...
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The 1.8 Yaris SR is incredibly light and easy to drive around town; it is also very competent on A roads and motorways, no doubt due to the 1.8 litre engine. All the controls are light and easy to use. If this is what you want from a car, it maybe worth looking into getting one. However, in my opinion, it is not a hot hatch, and I felt a little let down in this sense. The performance is less than what I expected considering the engine size relative to the dimensions of the car.
What's it like to park?
I found it very easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No - reliablity was exemplary, everything I would expect from a Toyota. When I purchased the car I did 1200 miles in just one week - it always started and ran perfectly.
What's most practical about your car?
The car has an expandable boot; I think other manufacturers should add this feature to their cars.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The car is loaded with features. My favourite ones have to be the keyless entry and engine start.
