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94toy22re · 01-16-2014, 07:22 PM

i have a 2012 3 door, i have driven 150 mile stretch going between 90-100mph in west Texas with one hand on the wheel no issues, clutch feels like a typical 4cyl Toyota. I noticed once i passed 5000 miles the tires got a little loud about 70 but its better then the older Corollas i have driven. I have never heard any abnormal drive train noises

roxy1 · 01-16-2014, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 94toy22re

i have a 2012 3 door, i have driven 150 mile stretch going between 90-100mph in west Texas with one hand on the wheel no issues, clutch feels like a typical 4cyl Toyota. I noticed once i passed 5000 miles the tires got a little loud about 70 but its better then the older Corollas i have driven.

i also have noticed markedly increased tire noise after 5000 miles.I don't know if all regions got the same oem tires, but the bridgestone turanzas are by far the worst oem tires I have ever encountered. looking on tire rack, they are rated about as poorly as a tire can be rated.

Onwrdigo · 01-17-2014, 10:37 AM

I ditched my Bridgestone Turanza tires within the "first half-hour" of driving my new '13 Yaris LE off the lot. I had read enough on TireRack Reviews the night before I was to pick it up about those Bridgestone nightmares. Got a great trade-in for those tires for just a few bucks...literally....from a local tire dealer to put on "General Altimax HP's".

I noticed a difference right away in ride, noise, handling. Now, with almost 8,000 miles on these General Altimax HP's, no wear, noise or handling woes that I can feel or hear. Great replacement tire for those interested.

However, they did not cure the on-center numbness of the steering. That is just the design of a lot of electric steering systems. I have even seen some car magazines complain about the same problem on BMW's and other high-line automobiles.

roxy1 · 01-17-2014, 11:17 AM

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General Altimax HP's.

those are one of the tires im considering. not too many choices in the 175/65-15 sizes.

it will be those or the Yokohama Avid Ascend. the Michelin Pilot A/S 3 look awesome. im into getting the best mileage possible, and im afraid the performance I hear about from those pilots would mean they have a higher rolling resistance.

*kimona* · 01-17-2014, 12:13 PM

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those are one of the tires im considering. not too many choices in the 175/65-15 sizes.

For more selection and an excellent fitment, replace with either 185/60/15's or 195/60/15's.

nookandcrannycar · 03-02-2014, 03:37 AM

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For more selection and an excellent fitment, replace with either 185/60/15's or 195/60/15's.

^^^^^ This. I could definitely tell the difference between the 175/65/15s on the '13 LE and the 185/60/15s on my Yaris.

roxy1 · 03-02-2014, 06:19 AM

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^^^^^ This. I could definitely tell the difference between the 175/65/15s on the '13 LE and the 185/60/15s on my Yaris.

im kind of a slave to the mpg's, so I like to stick with the narrower 175's. plus the skinnier tires are (in theory) a little better in the snow. the oem's are such garbage, I think the biggest improvement will be dumping them. I think I will look at what is available in the wider tire, but would 185's fit properly on the stock rims?

edit after a few minutes on tirerack: come to think of it, I don't think I want any less profile on the yaris. its not the smoothest car over bumps and such and a lower profile isn't going to help. those pilot a/s 3's look like one of the best all season tires (ratings wise) in existence, but im sure they will not maximize mpg's.

mr_miles · 03-01-2014, 02:46 AM

I've had both, and still have my 2013. Most of my opinions are probably void due to me modifying the hell out of both of them, but IMO the 3rd gen is better in every aspect except the lack of storage bins and no more dash mounted cup holders ;_; Gah I miss those.

roxy1 · 03-01-2014, 09:20 PM

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IMO the 3rd gen is better in every aspect .

I would agree. the 3rd gen feels more like a small corolla hatch rather than Toyotas bargain car...though it is still their bargain car.

nookandcrannycar · 03-02-2014, 03:42 AM

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I've had both, and still have my 2013. Most of my opinions are probably void due to me modifying the hell out of both of them, but IMO the 3rd gen is better in every aspect except the lack of storage bins and no more dash mounted cup holders ;_; Gah I miss those.

I found a way to mitigate the importance of the storage bins.....but there isn't any aftermarket product that would be an equal substitute if I no longer had those cup holders

mr_miles · 03-02-2014, 07:34 PM

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I found a way to mitigate the importance of the storage bins.....but there isn't any aftermarket product that would be an equal substitute if I no longer had those cup holders

I don't typically keep enough stuff in my car to need that much storage space anyways, it was just nice having them all lol.

I think the yarii should come optional with the 2zzge. much fast yes. Whenever I buy another new car if I still have the yar i think i'll stuff a 2zz in it. yaris with a 6 speed and lift? Yes please.

nookandcrannycar · 03-03-2014, 01:36 AM

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yaris with a 6 speed

01-16-2014, 07:22 PM	#1
94toy22re Drives: 2012 Yaris L hatch 5spd Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Norman Posts: 31	i have a 2012 3 door, i have driven 150 mile stretch going between 90-100mph in west Texas with one hand on the wheel no issues, clutch feels like a typical 4cyl Toyota. I noticed once i passed 5000 miles the tires got a little loud about 70 but its better then the older Corollas i have driven. I have never heard any abnormal drive train noises Last edited by 94toy22re; 01-16-2014 at 10:48 PM.

01-17-2014, 10:37 AM	#3
Onwrdigo Drives: Yaris LE 4-Door Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Southeast Posts: 31	I ditched my Bridgestone Turanza tires within the "first half-hour" of driving my new '13 Yaris LE off the lot. I had read enough on TireRack Reviews the night before I was to pick it up about those Bridgestone nightmares. Got a great trade-in for those tires for just a few bucks...literally....from a local tire dealer to put on "General Altimax HP's". I noticed a difference right away in ride, noise, handling. Now, with almost 8,000 miles on these General Altimax HP's, no wear, noise or handling woes that I can feel or hear. Great replacement tire for those interested. However, they did not cure the on-center numbness of the steering. That is just the design of a lot of electric steering systems. I have even seen some car magazines complain about the same problem on BMW's and other high-line automobiles.