Yaris vs. Prius

[bear4]

Originally Posted by Flipper_1938

I'd be looking for an echo in a junk yard with fold down seats. I'm guessing an Echo rear seat would cost $30-40

I don't think echo ever came with fold down seats. On top of it, I have body reinforcements behind the back seats of our echos so this is not really an option

[Bluevitz-rs]

Originally Posted by bear4

I don't think echo ever came with fold down seats. On top of it, I have body reinforcements behind the back seats of our echos so this is not really an option

Yes the Echo did come with fold down seats. 60/40 split. You just remove that X-brace.

[bear4]

Originally Posted by Bluevitz-rs

Yes the Echo did come with fold down seats. 60/40 split. You just remove that X-brace.

If I remove the x-brace would it reduce the structural strength of the body?

[Yaris]

I would go with the Prius. Speaking from experience, I never had any aches and pain on long drives and comfort is all that matters for me.

[auxmike]

Tough call. A 5 door Yaris hatch would be a great bet. My 3DR would swallow up those 2 bikes no prob. I thought 5DR since there's a child on the way.
The Prius is definitly a lot nicer and cozy inside , and it's real quiet too. Prius may be more child friendly and safer too.
I'd rather have a brand spankin' new car who's history I know because "I" will be creating it!