2010 Toyota Yaris: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Toyota Yaris lineup gains some new safety features. This is Toyota's smallest car. It's offered as a 2- or 4-door hatchback or 4-door sedan in a single Base trim level. The S trim has been discontinued, but most of its equipment is available as part of an optional Sport Package. The sole powertrain is a 106-horsepower 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. Previously unavailable, traction control and an antiskid system are newly standard. Hatchbacks are available with a split-folding rear seat that reclines and slides fore and aft. Other options include power windows/locks/mirrors and remote keyless entry. The Sport Package includes sport seats, USB port for connecting digital-music players, and specific exterior trim.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. The subcompact class is made up of the smallest hatchbacks, sedans, and wagons on the market. These are generally considered economy cars.

Our Best Buys include the Honda Fit and Nissan Cube. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Scion xD, and Suzuki SX4. New or significantly redesigned models for 2010 include the Kia Rio, Kia Soul, and Suzuki SX4.