How Goes The iQ? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

cali yaris · 09-07-2009, 02:14 PM

^ noted!

Yaris Hilton · 09-08-2009, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by gokartride

In a perfect world, wouldn't it be great to agree on one world standard for auto emissions and crash testing?? This sure would simplify things for those who design, build, and sell cars.

Of course, California would probably still find a way to do everyone one better!!

The car manufacturers would all love that!

TRDMarty · 09-08-2009, 04:14 PM

In May of 2008 I was HOT to buy an IQ when I saw 4 of them on a Toyota transport (all 4 were different colors) going through Orange County Calif. Yeah I followed the transport for a few miles to make sure of what I was seeing, all were badged with Toyota & IQ. So 40 minutes later I stopped at a Toyota dealer to ask if I could see and drive one and ALL of the sales rep's looked at me like slack jawwed troglodites with a question mark over their heads. They asked me whats an IQ?? Before I could answer, I thought, HUUMM they aren't showing much of an IQ right now. So I told them and they said there was no such thing. I made them go to a PC to Google an image of one. And again, slack jawwed trog's!!

jonismyname · 09-08-2009, 04:31 PM

for grocery shopping home owning nay-sayers, my yaris is much much bigger than my bicycle, and considerably larger than my motorcycle, yet i can use either for main transportation. unless your feeding a family of 10 or more, is it really neccesary? i mean, it's nice... but what i NEED and want...

besides, im sure any of these things can pull a small trailer...

kustom play · 09-08-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by jonismyname

for grocery shopping home owning nay-sayers, my yaris is much much bigger than my bicycle, and considerably larger than my motorcycle, yet i can use either for main transportation. unless your feeding a family of 10 or more, is it really neccesary? i mean, it's nice... but what i NEED and want...

besides, im sure any of these things can pull a small trailer...

lol

Zaphod · 09-08-2009, 05:08 PM

I get by with the saddlebags on the motorcycle, which I use about 80% of the time during spring, summer and fall, and about 40% of the time through the winter months.

Basically, I just ride or not depending on precipitation and cargo requirements. There are a lot times the Yaris is overkill (like rain or snow), but so is driving out of your way to borrow someone's truck when you need one.

That's how I look at it, but I typically ride rather than drive most of the time anyway. Everyone's different, a pickup and a Smart/iQ would probably be considered a more practical combination to most people, although quite a bit more expensive.

gokartride · 09-08-2009, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jonismyname

any of these things can pull a small trailer...

There ya go!!!!

gukin · 09-09-2009, 11:09 AM

Here's what I've been able to glean so far regarding the IQ in the USA:

1. It will be a Scion, not a Toyota.
2. It will probably come out sometime in 2010 as a 2011 year model.
3. It will be equipped with a 93 bhp. 1.3L engine.
4. It will have some "revised" bodywork to make it look more "sciony"
5. It's likely to cost MORE than the base yaris.
6. It's likely to come with a CVT transmission rather than the four speed automatic.
http://blogs.edmunds.com/straightlin...-scion-iq.html

gokartride · 09-09-2009, 11:48 AM

^^
I confess, I'm a bit worried about #4, but rather pleased w/ #3!! Not to sure about #6 and not surprised by #5 and #2. Somewhat mystified by #1, but whatever.

bronsin · 09-09-2009, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by gukin

Here's what I've been able to glean so far regarding the IQ in the USA:

1. It will be a Scion, not a Toyota.
2. It will probably come out sometime in 2010 as a 2011 year model.
3. It will be equipped with a 93 bhp. 1.3L engine.
4. It will have some "revised" bodywork to make it look more "sciony"
5. It's likely to cost MORE than the base yaris.
6. It's likely to come with a CVT transmission rather than the four speed automatic.
http://blogs.edmunds.com/straightlin...-scion-iq.html

Excellent link! More links on the link itself including videos! Barbra Bush drives a Smart! Obama what you gonna do huh?

gokartride · 09-09-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bronsin

Obama what you gonna do huh?

He'd need a Yaris so the first-daughters could ride comfortably.

texkid · 09-11-2009, 03:09 AM

I think in the following link to Scion's website shows that the iQ will definitely be Scion and it will have the "patented" Scion style to it.

LINK to SCION's website - Scion iQ (concept car)

And for the record, I can manage to buy about $250 worth of groceries every so often and can fit it all in the car without any of it spoiling over to the front seats.

TRDMarty · 09-19-2009, 05:38 PM

This morning (just 2 minutes ago 9-19-09 1:33pm) I just looked at photos from the Frankfurt Auto show link from MSN website. And on the same page it has a link showing Toyota's Hibrid line (3 cars total) and ''The Toyota IQ '' is one of the 3 they show.
It's GOLD in color with a massive body package around it.
Again it's not labeled SCION
It's a Toyota IQ

gokartride · 09-21-2009, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TRDMarty

Again it's not labeled SCION
It's a Toyota IQ

Yes, but that is in Frankfurt. U.S.-bound iQs will be labelled as Scions, I'm afraid.

I admit, I'm not too fond of the dash layout if the iQ. The Yaris is much better, imo.

09-07-2009, 02:14 PM	#19
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	^ noted! __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

09-11-2009, 03:09 AM	#30
texkid The one with cheese on it Drives: '10 Corolla S Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Sugar Land, TX Posts: 380	I think in the following link to Scion's website shows that the iQ will definitely be Scion and it will have the "patented" Scion style to it. LINK to SCION's website - Scion iQ (concept car) And for the record, I can manage to buy about $250 worth of groceries every so often and can fit it all in the car without any of it spoiling over to the front seats. __________________ DIY: A/C Insulation

09-08-2009, 04:14 PM	#21
TRDMarty Drives: Polar White 2008, 3Dr HB TRD ' Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Corona CA Posts: 403	In May of 2008 I was HOT to buy an IQ when I saw 4 of them on a Toyota transport (all 4 were different colors) going through Orange County Calif. Yeah I followed the transport for a few miles to make sure of what I was seeing, all were badged with Toyota & IQ. So 40 minutes later I stopped at a Toyota dealer to ask if I could see and drive one and ALL of the sales rep's looked at me like slack jawwed troglodites with a question mark over their heads. They asked me whats an IQ?? Before I could answer, I thought, HUUMM they aren't showing much of an IQ right now. So I told them and they said there was no such thing. I made them go to a PC to Google an image of one. And again, slack jawwed trog's!!

09-08-2009, 04:31 PM	#22
jonismyname Drives: 08 liftback 5spd Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: adirondacks, ny Posts: 220	for grocery shopping home owning nay-sayers, my yaris is much much bigger than my bicycle, and considerably larger than my motorcycle, yet i can use either for main transportation. unless your feeding a family of 10 or more, is it really neccesary? i mean, it's nice... but what i NEED and want... besides, im sure any of these things can pull a small trailer...

09-08-2009, 05:08 PM	#24
Zaphod Drives: Big Yellow Join Date: May 2009 Location: Somewhere in the vacinity of Betelgeuse Posts: 179	I get by with the saddlebags on the motorcycle, which I use about 80% of the time during spring, summer and fall, and about 40% of the time through the winter months. Basically, I just ride or not depending on precipitation and cargo requirements. There are a lot times the Yaris is overkill (like rain or snow), but so is driving out of your way to borrow someone's truck when you need one. That's how I look at it, but I typically ride rather than drive most of the time anyway. Everyone's different, a pickup and a Smart/iQ would probably be considered a more practical combination to most people, although quite a bit more expensive.

09-09-2009, 11:09 AM	#26
gukin Drives: '03 Focus SVT EAP Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southwest Posts: 3	Here's what I've been able to glean so far regarding the IQ in the USA: 1. It will be a Scion, not a Toyota. 2. It will probably come out sometime in 2010 as a 2011 year model. 3. It will be equipped with a 93 bhp. 1.3L engine. 4. It will have some "revised" bodywork to make it look more "sciony" 5. It's likely to cost MORE than the base yaris. 6. It's likely to come with a CVT transmission rather than the four speed automatic. http://blogs.edmunds.com/straightlin...-scion-iq.html

09-09-2009, 11:48 AM	#27
gokartride Drives: 2009 Yaris 3-Door Liftback Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 213	^^ I confess, I'm a bit worried about #4, but rather pleased w/ #3!! Not to sure about #6 and not surprised by #5 and #2. Somewhat mystified by #1, but whatever.

09-19-2009, 05:38 PM	#31
TRDMarty Drives: Polar White 2008, 3Dr HB TRD ' Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Corona CA Posts: 403	This morning (just 2 minutes ago 9-19-09 1:33pm) I just looked at photos from the Frankfurt Auto show link from MSN website. And on the same page it has a link showing Toyota's Hibrid line (3 cars total) and ''The Toyota IQ '' is one of the 3 they show. It's GOLD in color with a massive body package around it. Again it's not labeled SCION It's a Toyota IQ