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Old 08-28-2006, 10:01 AM   #1
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Toyota Yaris TS to debut at Paris autoshow next month

Toyota says it's bringing a more powerful Yaris minicar to the Paris show next month. Where the base model barely scratches the double digits in horsepower (106), the Yaris TS will wring 132 horses from a new 1.8-liter four with dual VVT-i engine and ride on a retuned suspension. Top speed on this ball of rolling thunder is 121 mph. Expect it in early 2007 for Europe and a big question mark for the US market.



Let's hope they bring this to the U.S.

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Refined sports concept for all-new Yaris
  • A new 1.8-litre petrol engine combines performance with refinement and economy
  • Personalised 17-inch alloy wheels and Storm Grey body colour
  • Redesigned bumpers and tail lights
  • New side skirts and rear spoiler reinforce sports appearance
The Yaris T Sport concept is a design exercise that anticipates the future sports version of the new Yaris, to arrive at the showrooms next year.
This concept has been developed around the philosophy of ‘refined sports hatch’, embodied in a compact bodytype, capable of delivering driving fun to young buyers which, nevertheless, are also seeking a car with a high level of equipment and comfort – something necessary for everyday commuting or weekend trips.

The Yaris T Sport concept certainly looks the part, with strong sports styling. At the front the black mesh grille is a highlight and adds emphasis to the deep bumper design with integrated front fog lights. The rear bumper has also been redesigned and the deep side skirts and rear spoiler complete the aerodynamic, T Sport styling.

Full 17-inch wheels are standard to offer exceptional handling and ride while the T Sport look is completed by a new tail light design and specially chromed exhaust pipe. To add that personal touch, the T Sport badge is added to the front grille.

The Yaris T Sport is finished in a personalised colour, Storm Grey.

A new 1.8-litre petrol engine will complement this dynamic sports package.
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Old 08-28-2006, 10:49 AM   #2
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Well 132hp is not great from 1.8lt...
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Old 08-28-2006, 11:38 AM   #3
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If they don't bring it to the US, I suggest we storm the gates at Toyota US headquaters.
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Old 08-28-2006, 11:41 AM   #4
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Well 132hp is not great from 1.8lt...
That is what I thought... they could have done better.

I have a feeling Toyota will never bring this to the US. Their stance on this car from day one has been that it is an economy car and nothing else. I don't think they're expecting people to buy the Yaris for its blazing highway speeds.

Okay, maybe I'm just a little jealous/hurt. Either way, mine will be faster than that one day. MWAHAHA.
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Old 08-28-2006, 11:58 AM   #5
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Ι am of the same opinion.

I have heard that this engine is the same tha Toyota installed on Celica, and it came in two version.The one had 140hp and the other 192hp.However, the powerful edition was not so reliable...
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Old 08-28-2006, 01:54 PM   #6
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yup the 2zz... someone will probably get the swap done before hand...
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Old 08-28-2006, 04:54 PM   #7
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132HP is a little lame, but again, 132 on a Yaris is a something to consider...
Anyway, is it me, of the "personalized storm grey" looks like Meteorite Metallic??
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Old 08-28-2006, 09:48 PM   #8
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Sure the 132 may not be much but consider the wieght of this car...and I highly doubt it will be in the U.S. anytime soon...maybe when the Yaris goes for its mid-life cycle refresh or when small cars get really popular here...
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Old 08-29-2006, 02:24 AM   #9
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could we be talkin' about the simple 1zz-fe?

no.

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the Yaris TS will wring 132 horses from a new 1.8-liter four with dual VVT-i engine
what we're lookin at could be a new recipiant for the 2zr-fe (1zz-fe replacement) that's officially destined for the 10th generation corolla (the next generation). sure it's only 132hp, but it's not a "ge" engine (which the rumored 190hp+ 1zr-ge coule be), and it gets at least 5% better mpg (proposed figure) than the current 1zz-fe, which would equate to better gas milage than our beloved 1nz-fe. it's also lighter than the 1zz-fe- close to the 1nz-fe, so weight difference is almost negligable...

in a nutshell- i wouldn't complain about the "lame" 132hp- it's a welcome improvement in my book.
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Old 08-29-2006, 10:56 AM   #10
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Οf course, I wouldnt complain too!However, something tells me that it will cost at about 22000euros in Greece...
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Old 08-29-2006, 12:21 PM   #11
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i'm disappointed at the horsepower, i was hoping they drop in the 190HP 2ZZ

a bolt on supercharger gain more power then that
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Old 08-29-2006, 03:02 PM   #12
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Εxactly.Why give so much money???
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Old 08-30-2006, 04:51 AM   #13
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i'm disappointed at the horsepower, i was hoping they drop in the 190HP 2ZZ

a bolt on supercharger gain more power then that
just a thought- a 2zz would be nice, but after the celica, toyota gave the remaining 2zz engines to lotus and used up the leftovers on the xrs/corollaTsport. the zz family is old news for toyota and is getting phased out. the zr, with its direct ignition and dual vvti (check the dual vvti), is the zz replacement and toyota is pushing it along with the other "xR" engines (GR, UR, and whatnot).

and for the 132 hp- i guess it's the same reason the toyota mr-s didn't get the 2zz engine- because it's what toyota thinks is good for you.

just my two cents.

EDIT: maybe i'm totally wrong on both posts- the yaris Tsport is going to use the "leftover" 1zz engines a la corolla xrs with the 2zz!
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Old 08-30-2006, 05:09 AM   #14
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Well with this policy, Toyota will end up selling only cars like Prius...
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Old 08-30-2006, 09:37 PM   #15
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I don't know about the States, but the Yaris Liftback seems to be a big hit here in Canada. If Toyota wants to keep the hype going and continue to steer away customer from the Honda Fit, it makes sense to at least bring it over to Canada where that market is hot.

Also, I get the feeling that Yaris liftback could use a little bit of extra weight up front to help with take-off/traction in bad weather. So the 1.8L might naturally be a good mate for the car (in a weight distribution perspective). Hopefully they'll mate the 1.8L with some very tall gearing so it'll be more usable for the streets. I'd hate it, if they gave it some race track gearing and tried to pit it against the Civic Si (We know how that'll end). Insted, just make it a more usable street car (which it already is), but dial in some fangs. If it does come to Canada, switching my 5dr Le Yaris for a 2dr TS will be one of my priority.
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:47 AM   #16
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I have read that it will need 7secs to reach 100km/h!
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Old 01-17-2007, 08:14 PM   #17
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where to find side skirts of the picture (oem yaris)
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Old 01-18-2007, 07:40 PM   #18
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The 190hp 1.8 2zz-ge in my Elise is very reliable...

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Ι am of the same opinion.

I have heard that this engine is the same tha Toyota installed on Celica, and it came in two version.The one had 140hp and the other 192hp.However, the powerful edition was not so reliable...
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