Just bought a 2007 Yaris hatchback and have some questions - Toyota Yaris Forums

Chip Whitley · 01-29-2017, 09:49 PM

I guess the reason I'm so concerned with the power of my Yaris stems from the Ford Ranger that I drove for years. It was a 4 cylinder with over 350,000 miles and it got so slow I ended up taking it to my local mechanic before I sold it. He concluded it was only making maybe 70-75 hp and was simply wore out. My Yaris feels about the same power wise. I can't really get going fast enough to pass other vehicles on the highway and going up this big hill next to our home is a major struggle.

Pedal to the floor I can barely climb the hill at 5+ mph. I know this might sound odd, but I’m actually fine with the car being slow since the gas mileage is so amazing. At the same time though if something is wrong, I'd love to know so I can get it taken care of. Should I just schedule an appointment with my mechanic to ease my mind?

01-29-2017, 09:49 PM	#13
Chip Whitley Drives: 2007 Auto Hatchback Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Locust Grove, VA Posts: 7	I guess the reason I'm so concerned with the power of my Yaris stems from the Ford Ranger that I drove for years. It was a 4 cylinder with over 350,000 miles and it got so slow I ended up taking it to my local mechanic before I sold it. He concluded it was only making maybe 70-75 hp and was simply wore out. My Yaris feels about the same power wise. I can't really get going fast enough to pass other vehicles on the highway and going up this big hill next to our home is a major struggle. Pedal to the floor I can barely climb the hill at 5+ mph. I know this might sound odd, but I’m actually fine with the car being slow since the gas mileage is so amazing. At the same time though if something is wrong, I'd love to know so I can get it taken care of. Should I just schedule an appointment with my mechanic to ease my mind?