Yaris 1.0 CDX Or Polo 1.4 Match - Toyota Yaris Forums

crazymna50000 · 08-30-2007, 05:08 AM

Except over here in the UK, Yaris has a reputation of being a bit camp or driven by old people.

Besides, my mate works for VW so can get me discount on bits.

I did a for and against chart last night for each and asides from costing more on insurance, couldn't find anything wrong with a Polo. Up to 2002, Polo's were still reliable - it's the 2002-2007 models that have started being a bit shite. Ive never had a problem with my 1997 1.0L asides from a missfire.

Yaris on the other hand are bit less sturdy in the bends (I understand they fixed this on the 07 model, but I can't afford one of those.) Dont feel as sturdily built (they probably are, but they dont feel it) and costs £500 more in the first place.

And granted, it's only a car to get me pretty much to and from work, but why have a fairly camp CDX when I can get a Polo for a bit less.

Both cars have the same amount of options and both are 5 doors. Yaris has higher MPG, but Polo's still high at 44.

I asked the same question on Polo forums and obviously, they said Polo.

Yaris was a very close contender in my choice and Ive tried to factor everything in, but Id just rather have a Polo I think. If insurance on the Polo was about £400 dearer than it likely will be, Id pick a Yaris hands down.

But at this point, Ill be getting a Polo. Only thing I haven't entirely factored in is actual reliability (I know they both are, but I don't know what common faults are,) but I have a feeling it'll still be a close call.

crazymna50000 · 08-30-2007, 05:23 AM

Just done a bit of research

00-02 Polo 1.4 Matches are prone to the clutch going or gearbox ballsing up. All of a sudden, a Yaris for £500 more and though the radio goes a bit haywire - are more reliable.

My decision seems to change daily

*kimona* · 08-31-2007, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by crazymna50000

Except over here in the UK, Yaris has a reputation of being a bit camp or driven by old people.

Hmmm... that's interesting. In Japan, the Vitz is the hottest car among young people!

And, BTW, it's not just opinion that Toyota builds the better car; it is a fact that Toyota builds the best car. Period.

ern-diz · 09-19-2007, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by kimona

Hmmm... that's interesting. In Japan, the Vitz is the hottest car among young people!

And, BTW, it's not just opinion that Toyota builds the better car; it is a fact that Toyota builds the best car. Period.

objective OPINION, at best...definitely NOT fact...i bought a toyota cause i believe in their products but i've had a civic for the last seven years and wouldn't sneeze at nissan either...then you bring the higher class car manufacturers into the mix (when not considering cost) and it becomes a discussion based on experience and preference...

*kimona* · 09-19-2007, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ern-diz

objective OPINION, at best...definitely NOT fact...i bought a toyota cause i believe in their products but i've had a civic for the last seven years and wouldn't sneeze at nissan either...then you bring the higher class car manufacturers into the mix (when not considering cost) and it becomes a discussion based on experience and preference...

You quite obviously haven't done your homework!

ern-diz · 09-19-2007, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kimona

You quite obviously haven't done your homework!

another opinion...

Kaotic Lazagna · 09-19-2007, 08:03 PM

i had a '97 GTI. never really had any problems with it other than a bad heater-hose (and something that attaches to it, forget what it's called). but yes, i would rather take a Toyota than a Volkswagen. however, let's not forget that VW is the parent company of Audi, Lamborghini, and several other companies.

as for looks, i actually like the Polo, especially the GTi version.

i don't know which years they made it with the bug-eye headlights tho.

and for the Yaris, i've had mine without any problems (at least Toyota related).

jenarae · 09-19-2007, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ern-diz

objective OPINION, at best...definitely NOT fact...i bought a toyota cause i believe in their products but i've had a civic for the last seven years and wouldn't sneeze at nissan either...then you bring the higher class car manufacturers into the mix (when not considering cost) and it becomes a discussion based on experience and preference...

I AGREE.

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08-30-2007, 05:08 AM	#1
crazymna50000 Drives: Polo 1.0 L Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Willenhall, UK Posts: 7	Except over here in the UK, Yaris has a reputation of being a bit camp or driven by old people. Besides, my mate works for VW so can get me discount on bits. I did a for and against chart last night for each and asides from costing more on insurance, couldn't find anything wrong with a Polo. Up to 2002, Polo's were still reliable - it's the 2002-2007 models that have started being a bit shite. Ive never had a problem with my 1997 1.0L asides from a missfire. Yaris on the other hand are bit less sturdy in the bends (I understand they fixed this on the 07 model, but I can't afford one of those.) Dont feel as sturdily built (they probably are, but they dont feel it) and costs £500 more in the first place. And granted, it's only a car to get me pretty much to and from work, but why have a fairly camp CDX when I can get a Polo for a bit less. Both cars have the same amount of options and both are 5 doors. Yaris has higher MPG, but Polo's still high at 44. I asked the same question on Polo forums and obviously, they said Polo. Yaris was a very close contender in my choice and Ive tried to factor everything in, but Id just rather have a Polo I think. If insurance on the Polo was about £400 dearer than it likely will be, Id pick a Yaris hands down. But at this point, Ill be getting a Polo. Only thing I haven't entirely factored in is actual reliability (I know they both are, but I don't know what common faults are,) but I have a feeling it'll still be a close call.

08-30-2007, 05:23 AM	#2
crazymna50000 Drives: Polo 1.0 L Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Willenhall, UK Posts: 7	Just done a bit of research 00-02 Polo 1.4 Matches are prone to the clutch going or gearbox ballsing up. All of a sudden, a Yaris for £500 more and though the radio goes a bit haywire - are more reliable. My decision seems to change daily

09-19-2007, 08:03 PM	#7
Kaotic Lazagna View User's Garage Drives: '14 GT86, '08 Vitz Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Central Valley, CA Posts: 9,873	i had a '97 GTI. never really had any problems with it other than a bad heater-hose (and something that attaches to it, forget what it's called). but yes, i would rather take a Toyota than a Volkswagen. however, let's not forget that VW is the parent company of Audi, Lamborghini, and several other companies. as for looks, i actually like the Polo, especially the GTi version. i don't know which years they made it with the bug-eye headlights tho. and for the Yaris, i've had mine without any problems (at least Toyota related).