Yaris sales have completely tanked

[bronsin]

Originally Posted by kuessemir

I am new to the Yaris scene; however, may I say that I recently rented a 2012 LE and there were a few dissappointing aspects.

Things I liked:
The seat fit my back better
The interior finishing was more pleasing (textures and colors)
Rear seat room and flat floor
Excellant visibility
There was a spare tire

Things that dissappointed me:
The automatic's droning and laziness is a severe letdown. It was sloppy, unrefined, and required inconsistent throttle input
No rear seat light (headliner lamp)
Automatic fuel economy never surpassed an average of 31.7 with mostly highway
Lack of interior storage compartments
Ugly aftermarket look-alike stereo with digits unreadable in sun

Now, I know some of these things are subjective, but I feel these are not huge aspects to address in order to increase Yari level of competitiveness.

Is there a forum that would be more appropriate for this type of evaluation? Do you think any of these aspects may be impacting sales #s? What are your thoughts?

31.7 mpg with an auto on the hiway definately not impressive. But also highly unusual for this car.

I LOVE the stereo sound in my Yaris but also note the unreadable digits.

I have no problem with my automatic transmission. Perhaps something was wrong with yours?

I put the Yaris tumbling sales down to the fact that the vast percentage of the car buying public are morons!

[kuessemir]

Originally Posted by bronsin

31.7 mpg with an auto on the hiway definately not impressive. But also highly unusual for this car.

I LOVE the stereo sound in my Yaris but also note the unreadable digits.

I have no problem with my automatic transmission. Perhaps something was wrong with yours?

I put the Yaris tumbling sales down to the fact that the vast percentage of the car buying public are morons!

You may be right about there possibly having been a problem with it...I mean it was a rental car afterall. Also, I tend to agree with you about the "morons" part, hehe. Well, I'm glad you're enjoying your car. I dont believe these aspects would put me off from purchasing one, I would still feel mich more confident with my purchase than with, say, a chevy spark.

[bronsin]

Originally Posted by kuessemir

You may be right about there possibly having been a problem with it...I mean it was a rental car afterall. Also, I tend to agree with you about the "morons" part, hehe. Well, I'm glad you're enjoying your car. I dont believe these aspects would put me off from purchasing one, I would still feel mich more confident with my purchase than with, say, a chevy spark.

Yes a balky transmission would explain the mpg. Although even in a rental it should work!

If my water pump leaks again I swear Im going to Mazda!

Are you listening Toyota?