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Originally Posted by strat61caster
2800 lbs and 270 hp is lighter than any of super hatches with equivalent hp/lb, STI, Civic Type R, Focus RS, Golf R, they're all $35k-$40k.
$30k is Hyundai Veloster N territory, good but this Yaris should be a higher performance level since it's lighter than the Veloster with the same power and AWD instead of FWD.
Of course it looks great on paper but could be crap in reality.
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It is in a size/class down from those cars. It is closer in size to the Fiesta than the Focus.
We have no idea what the power potential would be of the car or the performance. The numbers on paper are nice, but we don't know anything about the quality or durability or anything.
AWD isn't a guarantee of performance on tarmac, as the Civic Type R can testify compared to the AWD competition.
The WRX is AWD and has a turbocharged 2.0, and it is larger and under $30k. Most buyers of the WRX don't even understand the difference between its AWD system and the STI's. Most VW Golf buyers don't see the benefits of spending $10k+ more to get a little more power and on-demand AWD over the GTI. This will be a niche car for a niche market for those that don't mind a compromise on size for their dollar compared to the competition. Remember, this is America.
I think they should price this car between $28-32k depending on the final specs and quality.