New guy with a lot of questions- Yaris L

[Still Learning]

Originally Posted by Mustang5

Hello, I am new to the forum. I am looking for an econobox car for a DD. I am considering a base Fiesta or 3 door Yaris L with no frills. I also want the car to be capable of taking a long trip in. Its been a long time since I owned a Toyota product. My older ones were really good but I understand they have slipped in quality over the last several years. Ford has improved a lot but they are not without their issues either. I want the best bang for the buck. I keep cars a long time and drive them till there is not much so longevity is a big concern.

I have yet to find a Yaris at my local dealer and the sales guy said no discounts what so ever. Ha! I know there is not much margin in a car like this but I am patient.

I have been reading the forum and see where some get over 40mpg. Im not a hyper miler and just drive them. I am single so space is not a big issue though it looks quite a bit smaller than the Fiesta. I do like the 3 door better. I just wish you could get cruise on the base car. How is Toyotas quality of late? Is this car built in Japan? Its priced 1K over the Fiesta to start with and Im counting every penny. I have not been able to drive either mainly because you cant find a manual Fiesta. Do you think a manual Yaris will be hard to find? Its amazing to me that anybody would want an auto in a car like this but I guess Im in the minority.

I would appreciate any honest comments. Thanks.

You might want to check into the Fiesta a little closer. I have been reading that there are quality issues with it. As for the Yaris, I have a 2007 so I can't comment on the 2012 model but this is my first Toyota and I love the car. Great gas mileage, easy to drive, easy to park, and easy to work on. I am 6'5" and fit into the car easily, so don't let the fact that the car is small deter you. I am hooked on the car. And as you can see from many other posts here, the cars last forever if you take care of them properly.

[Mustang5]

Originally Posted by Still Learning

You might want to check into the Fiesta a little closer. I have been reading that there are quality issues with it. As for the Yaris, I have a 2007 so I can't comment on the 2012 model but this is my first Toyota and I love the car. Great gas mileage, easy to drive, easy to park, and easy to work on. I am 6'5" and fit into the car easily, so don't let the fact that the car is small deter you. I am hooked on the car. And as you can see from many other posts here, the cars last forever if you take care of them properly.

The Fiesta has issues with the dual clutch powershift transmission but I want a manual anyway. Otherwise, it seems to be pretty solid. Im going to check into a Hyundai Accent also. It might just be the best bang for the buck of all.

[Kal-El]

The Fiesta is the more fun and stylish car, however, the Yaris will be the long term better investment. We have more than a few examples of Yaris's running great with 400~500,000 miles. The Yaris barely ever needs servicing. Mine hasn't seen anything other than oil changes with 117,000 miles. Runs/feels exactly as it did on day one.

Yaris is more spacious inside, than the Fiesta, especially in the back. So if you think the Fiesta is bigger, you'd be wrong. The Fiesta also has much less cargo space.

The Accent is a good value but long haul, Toyota can't be beat.

It basically comes down to what your personal priorities are. Drive all 3 as well as others. Think about how long and how many miles you want to get out of it. If economics and long term dependability is the priority though, I'd have to strongly recommend the Yaris.