Yaris should do way better

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Originally Posted by bronsin

The Yaris engine is very good and it would be difficult to make any improvements to it. Which is why they still use.

Every mechanic I know swears by the Echo/Yaris' engine. One goes as far as claiming it's the best internal combustion ever built by the human race! I would still be open to them adding on a light boost turbo

Originally Posted by texascolt45

I think the yaris has a conventional old style automatic,4 speeds non lock-up converter

The 3rd gen Yaris Sedan has a 6 speed auto box, while the batch back still has a 4 speed auto box, yet gives some pretty impressive mileage by all accounts. Shame the 3rd gen car otherwise lacks the fun, instant feel of its lighter weight predecessors.

Originally Posted by cparker

One thing the Yaris has over the Corolla is the hatchback convenience. You can stick large items in the back of a Yaris with the rear seat folded down.

Yes, last week I transported a washing machine in the back of my 2006 Yaris hatchback.