Potential Yaris owner, some questions

[ern-diz]

Originally Posted by #87

1) I can't seem to tell the difference between the 3 door hatch and its S version. from what I can tell you get a tach, what else? Doesn't seem worth it.

if i'm not mistaken, you also get a leather wrapped stearing wheel, alloys and body kit...the seats are a bit different also, a bit more 'sport' inspired.

Originally Posted by #87

2) I was reading the fuel economy forum and economy seems to be varied. In my current car (2003 accord) I just rev to 2500 and cruise control the highway at 100km/h. Can someone give me a figure for what would be the fuel economy for 100km/h cruise with AC on?

i can say that i run the a/c just about all the time, have larger aftermarket wheels and tires, do the majority of my driving on streets because i live so close to work and although i don't drive like a maniac, i most definitely don't hypermile (shift at about 3500rpm, 80mph average on freeways) but, i still get an average of 30mpg so, as far as max mpg goes, you're going to get it with a yaris...

Originally Posted by #87

3) Looking at some posts in the purchase prices thread, i see mention of a lifetime powertrain warranty? I would be keeping my next vehicle for the duration so would be very interested in something like that. Can't seem to find any information on it, and am skeptical it really exists.

i have not heard anything about a lifetime powertrain warranty...from what i understand, without doing any real research, there is the standard 3yr 36k bumper to bumper (i purchased an extended that takes me out to 6yr 76k) in addition to an 80k mile exhaust system warranty of some kind...

Originally Posted by #87

4) Can anyone recommend me any cars to look into? I would prefer a 5 door hatch, with MT and good fuel economy. I would settle for a 3 door if I have to though since most of the time I am alone. I just need the potential hauling capacity of a hatch for my family and would like rear doors since some of my family members aren't the most mobile of people.

i too was bummed about the 4 door not coming in MT but, after looking at it in person i liked the 3 door better...i also find that the upper seat release allows for quick release of the front seats and they move forward enough to make nice room for those getting in and out of the back...

Originally Posted by #87

Thanks for the help and this forum looks great. Hope to be a part of the community some day.

hope it helps and hope to see you active on the forums

[tomato]

Originally Posted by ern-diz

i have not heard anything about a lifetime powertrain warranty...from what i understand, without doing any real research, there is the standard 3yr 36k bumper to bumper (i purchased an extended that takes me out to 6yr 76k) in addition to an 80k mile exhaust system warranty of some kind...

YarisOwners'Dad got it, so I guess some dealerships have the flexibility to throw it in

check out this post:

http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...&postcount=262