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KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 03:40 PM

33OH · 11-25-2008, 04:11 PM

I think the extra $7,000 in my wallet adds padding that helps keep me safer.

bobby · 11-25-2008, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryank

I think the extra $7,000 in my wallet adds padding that helps keep me safer.

That's good. Hope that helps you or a loved one in an accident. For me, I feel much better knowing I'm driving the safest car in its class. I feel that's worth a whole lot more than 7K in my pocket!

By the way, it isn't just the extra air bags which gave the Phit the highest rating. To win the IIHS's TOP SAFETY PICK a car must pass these criteria:

1. GOOD FRONTAL CRASHWORTHINESS, based on performance in a 40mph frontal crash test.

2. GOOD SIDE CRASHWORTHINESS, based on a test in which a vehicle's side is struck by a barrier going 31mph.

3. GOOD REAR CRASHWORTHINESS, based on head restratint geometry and test of seat/head restraint.

4. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, by helping drivers maintain control when vehicles otherwise might spin out.

The Phit Sport w/Navi passed these tests with flying colors, and I'm sorry to report that the Yaris failed. Not good, Toyota!

earljail · 11-25-2008, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobby

. For me, I feel much better knowing I'm driving the safest car in its class.

Well, for perspective, just remember what kind of small cars were available 15 years ago or so. I had a 94 Hyundai Excel which was known for pushing the steering column into the driver's neck in a frontal crash. And virtually no small cars had any airbags at all.

So I doubt your multi-airbagged Fit is as giant a leap forward in safety from a plain jane Yaris than any modern small car is from one that's fifteen years old.

33OH · 11-25-2008, 05:04 PM

You're right. I'm selling the Yaris to buy a tank. Thanks Bobby!

KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 05:05 PM

even has JDM side mirrors, lol

33OH · 11-25-2008, 05:07 PM

Yeah they got a higher safety rating than the USDM ones. So I paid twice as much for them. Pretty sweet huh?

bobby · 11-25-2008, 05:37 PM

Well, for perspective, just remember what kind of small cars were available 15 years ago or so. I had a 94 Hyundai Excel which was known for pushing the steering column into the driver's neck in a frontal crash. And virtually no small cars had any airbags at all.

So I doubt your multi-airbagged Fit is as giant a leap forward in safety from a plain jane Yaris than any modern small car is from one that's fifteen years old.

Not exactly sure what point you're trying to make, but I wasn't talking about a 15 year old car. I was saying that I made a great choice in choosing the Phit. It's very space efficient, quiet, great stereo, Nav system, looks GREAT, and is the safest car in its class.

I'm very pleased!

bobby · 11-25-2008, 05:47 PM

The Honda Phit (with optional ESC, which my car has) is the first "mini-car" ever to earn the IIHS's honor of TOP SAFETY PICK!

The Honda Phit truly seems to be the small car all others must be judged against. It is an amazing car!

PaidTimeOff · 11-25-2008, 05:37 PM

There are so many variables in regards to crashes that as long as the crash test rating is more than "acceptable" you'll be doing as much as you can on that front. Crash test rating of .5 a star ahead of another subcompact according to government mandated crash testing isn't going to save you when that 18 wheeler loses control and smashes you into hamburger. It sounds like a great idea to buy a car planning to crash it, but don't let that rating lull you into a false sense of security.

Safety's important, but by no means is a MARGINALLY differing safety rating a deal maker or breaker.

PaidTimeOff · 11-25-2008, 05:57 PM

Watch out guys! The Yaris is not safe!

http://gas2.org/2008/10/21/are-tiny-...omment-page-3/

bobby · 11-25-2008, 06:07 PM

Now, that's scientific!

If you feel that the Yaris is the safest small car on the road, that is great. More power to you.

Me, I feel I made a FANTASTIC choice buying the Phit Sport. I have not read one review (in magazines or online) in which the reviewer feels the Yaris is a better car than the Phit. Also, please note, Consumer Reports does NOT recommend the Yaris. Too unstable at highway speeds. The IIHS also could not recommend the Yaris, and gave it a failing safety grade.

However, if you're happy, I'm happy!

Bob_VT · 11-25-2008, 06:59 PM

Please lock up this piece of crap thread. This is a Yaris Forum.

11-25-2008, 03:40 PM	#1
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11-25-2008, 05:05 PM	#6
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11-25-2008, 05:37 PM	#8
bobby Drives: 2007 Yaris/2009 Phit Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Northeast Posts: 159	Well, for perspective, just remember what kind of small cars were available 15 years ago or so. I had a 94 Hyundai Excel which was known for pushing the steering column into the driver's neck in a frontal crash. And virtually no small cars had any airbags at all. So I doubt your multi-airbagged Fit is as giant a leap forward in safety from a plain jane Yaris than any modern small car is from one that's fifteen years old. Not exactly sure what point you're trying to make, but I wasn't talking about a 15 year old car. I was saying that I made a great choice in choosing the Phit. It's very space efficient, quiet, great stereo, Nav system, looks GREAT, and is the safest car in its class. I'm very pleased! __________________ Obama 2012 Re-elect the President

11-25-2008, 05:47 PM	#9
bobby Drives: 2007 Yaris/2009 Phit Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Northeast Posts: 159	The Honda Phit (with optional ESC, which my car has) is the first "mini-car" ever to earn the IIHS's honor of TOP SAFETY PICK! The Honda Phit truly seems to be the small car all others must be judged against. It is an amazing car! __________________ Obama 2012 Re-elect the President

11-25-2008, 05:37 PM	#10
PaidTimeOff OMGWTFKITTYKATMEWMEWMEW Drives: 2008 Yaris S Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 273	There are so many variables in regards to crashes that as long as the crash test rating is more than "acceptable" you'll be doing as much as you can on that front. Crash test rating of .5 a star ahead of another subcompact according to government mandated crash testing isn't going to save you when that 18 wheeler loses control and smashes you into hamburger. It sounds like a great idea to buy a car planning to crash it, but don't let that rating lull you into a false sense of security. Safety's important, but by no means is a MARGINALLY differing safety rating a deal maker or breaker. __________________

11-25-2008, 04:11 PM	#2
33OH Drives: '08 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dover, Ohio Posts: 7,606	I think the extra $7,000 in my wallet adds padding that helps keep me safer.

11-25-2008, 05:04 PM	#5
33OH Drives: '08 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dover, Ohio Posts: 7,606	You're right. I'm selling the Yaris to buy a tank. Thanks Bobby!

11-25-2008, 05:07 PM	#7
33OH Drives: '08 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dover, Ohio Posts: 7,606	Yeah they got a higher safety rating than the USDM ones. So I paid twice as much for them. Pretty sweet huh?

11-25-2008, 05:57 PM	#11
PaidTimeOff OMGWTFKITTYKATMEWMEWMEW Drives: 2008 Yaris S Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 273	Watch out guys! The Yaris is not safe! http://gas2.org/2008/10/21/are-tiny-...omment-page-3/ __________________

11-25-2008, 06:07 PM	#12
bobby Drives: 2007 Yaris/2009 Phit Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Northeast Posts: 159	Now, that's scientific! If you feel that the Yaris is the safest small car on the road, that is great. More power to you. Me, I feel I made a FANTASTIC choice buying the Phit Sport. I have not read one review (in magazines or online) in which the reviewer feels the Yaris is a better car than the Phit. Also, please note, Consumer Reports does NOT recommend the Yaris. Too unstable at highway speeds. The IIHS also could not recommend the Yaris, and gave it a failing safety grade. However, if you're happy, I'm happy! __________________ Obama 2012 Re-elect the President

11-25-2008, 06:59 PM	#13
Bob_VT View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 1,704	Please lock up this piece of crap thread. This is a Yaris Forum.

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