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2018 Toyota Yaris iA review

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Toyota Yaris iA highlights

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Pros

  • Many appealing standard features
  • Excellent gas mileage

Cons

  • No option for a lower trim level
  • Space may be tight for taller drivers

Mileage (EPA estimate)

30 city, 39 highway, 34 combined

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Sporty, stylish sedan

Unchanged from the previous model year, the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA maintains its commitment to style, comfort, and utility. As a subcompact sedan with seats for five people, the Yaris iA is easy and fun to drive, capable of getting you, your passengers, and cargo wherever you need to go without any fuss.

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2018 Toyota Yaris iA trims

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Base:

  • 106-hp, 103-lb-ft of torque 1.5L
  • Smart Key
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Mirrors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA

1. Excellent fuel economy 

The 2018 Toyota Yaris iA is a great car if you're looking for good gas mileage. You'll get an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined gas mileage for the automatic transmission, which breaks down to 32 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.

If you have a manual transmission, the EPA estimate is similar, at 34 mpg combined.
 

2. Just one trim level to consider 

With the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA, there's no confusion about which features you'll get. There's only one trim level, and it's generously equipped with a variety of standard equipment. They include 16-inch alloy wheels, keyless ignition and entry, cruise control, a low-speed forward collision warning system with automatic braking, full power accessories, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, 60/40-split folding rear seats, and air-conditioning.

 

3. Transmission options 

While most features are standard on the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA, there is one available option. That's a transmission option. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a six-speed automatic is optional. Many car manufacturers have moved to automatic only, so if you're looking for manual transmission, the Yaris iA might be a good fit. 

4. Seven available colors 

With an array of features that are all standard, there are few surprises when you get a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA. However, a variety of seven lovely exterior colors offers individuality. There is a spectrum of colors on the gray-black scale, including Chromium, Frost, Graphite, and Stealth. If you want a brighter look, there are two blues, Sapphire and Abyss, and one red, Pulse. 

5. Modern tech options 

The 2018 Toyota Yaris iA includes a number of standard technology options, such as a 7-inch touchscreen display with a rotary controller mounted on the console. It also includes Bluetooth® connectivity for your smartphone and the six-speaker audio system. Streaming radio, voice recognition, and a USB interface are all standard equipment, with a navigation system is an available option.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

3.8 out of 5

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RepairPal gave the Toyota Yaris iA an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Yaris iA 4th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Toyota Yaris iA is $428, compared to an average of $447 for Subcompact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

According to RepairPal, Toyota Yaris iA owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.6 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Subcompact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 7% for the Toyota Yaris iA, compared to an average of 11% for Subcompact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Toyota Yaris iA features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Rear Spoiler

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.5L

Horsepower

106

Torque (ft-lbs)

103

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

11.6

Wheelbase

101.2"

Overall length

171.7"

Width

66.7"

Height

58.5"

Leg room

F 41.9"/R 34.4"

Head room

F 38.2"/R 36.8"

Front tires

P185/60VR16

Rear tires

P185/60VR16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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