Toyota Yaris 2012Change

The car is too small that it is quite unsafe to drive it in winter time. The tire is very easy to get stuck in the snow. Using winter tire help a little but still not safer than a Corola or Civic. Bought this car because I don't use highway, but apparently it will become worse when in the winter. My street is always covered more snow and ice than highway, and so it is worse. I will switch to a larger car (Matrix maybe) sooner or later before winter comes.

Me and my mother got this car during a year end clearout sale. We previously owned a Hyundai Sonata, which was a decent car, but the 2012 yaris was definitly a step up from that. The build is great, its very fuel efficient, and the ride is overall very smooth.

This car is really goof for its category, good fuel economy, very comfy and safe, I have traveled miles and miles and you really save lots of money with this car. Love the exterior styling, the interior is a bit too common nothing really special but it will do! Great for city driving where the fuel economy is the highest! 30 MPG is really good but could be a bit better! Its aerodynamics (and likely the lack of more gears for the automatic) keep it from returning the 40 mpg or higher ratings that other subcompacts like the Hyundai Accent now get.

I have really enjoyed having this car. Even though it is small I am still able to carry all of the items I need to everyday. It is also very good in the snow.

PROS:
- great little city car
- good on gas
- fun to drive if you don't push its limits too far
- decent space for a small hatchback

CONS:
- lackluster 4 cyl engine; but that's the point of this car
- interior design leaves much to be desired
- ok but forgettable exterior styling