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Toyota Yaris (New)

by: Auto Express team

7 Apr 2009

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Overall Average Rating - 85.51%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 46th

In many respects these are puzzling results – not least because the Yaris finished in last year’s top 20.

Toyota promised its second-generation Yaris would be more comfortable and refined than its predecessor, but those flaws seem far from fixed.

Although sixth for running costs is good news for cash-strapped owners, 75th for ride quality and ease of driving disappoint.

Ratings

Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 26th
Build Quality: 48th
Running Costs: 6th
Performance: 80th
Braking: 54th
Ride Quality: 75th
Handling: 69th
Practicality: 53rd
Comfort: 80th
Ease of Driving: 75th

Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 13th)

Last year, Toyota was in seventh, but a poor debut for the Auris sees it plummet. While 13th is still above average, bosses will want a positive reaction to the new Avensis, iQ and Urban Cruiser in 2010.