Toyota GR Yaris

[beltax90]

can actually get a trd performance air filter too

[strat61caster]

+1 Toyota dealers suck, they just want to sell Prius and Camry off the lot to whoever wanders in and can pass a credit check then just do overpriced oil changes and tire rotations until they die.

That being said, I'm warming up to the idea of a warmed over Corolla, if they can get ~260 hp into it, a torsen diff, tweak the suspension with better damping, get the price <$29k I think they have a viable FoST replacement that would be an Si/GTI/WRX/Veloster N fighter. Doubt I'd buy it, but I'd be interested in driving it and appreciative of it's existence. Moreso with the I3 but a tune on the 8AR would probably be fine and more sensible for US markets.

I don't think they could make the Corolla a ~$35k TypeR/STI/GolfR fighter, maybe if they could crank the hp to >300 and get the AWD in there and keep it under 3,300 lbs but that's a tall order. And for my money I'd take the lighter Yaris any day of the week.

[JD001]

Some different aftermarket wheels options...


https://www.instagram.com/p/CFe3ZgiD...=1hpi2nhtew9uu

[Dirty Harry]

Guess it’s a pretty good deal here, a journalist from the same publication was one of the first 1000 to order one.

https://www.caradvice.com.au/886734/...rending&slot=0

[Captain Snooze]

Originally Posted by Dirty Harry

Guess it’s a pretty good deal here, a journalist from the same publication was one of the first 1000 to order one.

https://www.caradvice.com.au/886734/...rending&slot=0

"I'm glad I took the plunge too, as within the first day, 560 of the 1000 launch cars had been ordered in total. In fact, a quarter of the volume that Toyota initially conceded to likely last 12-18 months, sold in just 30 minutes."

[Dirty Harry]

Originally Posted by Captain Snooze

"I'm glad I took the plunge too, as within the first day, 560 of the 1000 launch cars had been ordered in total. In fact, a quarter of the volume that Toyota initially conceded to likely last 12-18 months, sold in just 30 minutes."

Yeah I kind of have a bit of FOMO not getting one myself lol. They’re definitely pretty cool, light weight, AWD, 200KW. They do have a lot going for them.

[why?]

Originally Posted by strat61caster

+1 Toyota dealers suck, they just want to sell Prius and Camry off the lot to whoever wanders in and can pass a credit check then just do overpriced oil changes and tire rotations until they die.

That being said, I'm warming up to the idea of a warmed over Corolla, if they can get ~260 hp into it, a torsen diff, tweak the suspension with better damping, get the price <$29k I think they have a viable FoST replacement that would be an Si/GTI/WRX/Veloster N fighter. Doubt I'd buy it, but I'd be interested in driving it and appreciative of it's existence. Moreso with the I3 but a tune on the 8AR would probably be fine and more sensible for US markets.

I don't think they could make the Corolla a ~$35k TypeR/STI/GolfR fighter, maybe if they could crank the hp to >300 and get the AWD in there and keep it under 3,300 lbs but that's a tall order. And for my money I'd take the lighter Yaris any day of the week.

If it is reasonably non diluted I might seriously think of buying it as a second car. I just don't trust Toyota USA because I know what their idea of sporty is.

[mazeroni]

Originally Posted by why?

I just don't trust Toyota USA because I know what their idea of sporty is.

RAV4 Prime

Fun to drive

"Wide-open roads. Sweeping bends. Thrilling corners. RAV4 Prime gives you the agility you crave, while still delivering a smooth, confortable ride."

Also paddle shifters!

Yea, I wouldn't get my hopes up for more than a warmed over Corrolla. It'll be a little more powerful, but it will likely just be an appearance package with 18" wheels, a larger motor and open diffs.

[strat61caster]

Originally Posted by why?

If it is reasonably non diluted I might seriously think of buying it as a second car. I just don't trust Toyota USA because I know what their idea of sporty is.

I have a theory that you can make any fwd car fun with lsd and a quarter inch of toe out in the rear.

Please point me to your grant applications so I can perform this research for the greater good of society.

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by strat61caster

I have a theory that you can make any fwd car fun with lsd and a quarter inch of toe out in the rear.

Please point me to your grant applications so I can perform this research for the greater good of society.

Chrysler Pacifica.


But you don't really need the toe out, it just needs to be a small lightweight car, preferably with a stick. My 08 hyundai accent (manual) was a blast on back roads.

[JD001]

Originally Posted by Captain Snooze

"I'm glad I took the plunge too, as within the first day, 560 of the 1000 launch cars had been ordered in total. In fact, a quarter of the volume that Toyota initially conceded to likely last 12-18 months, sold in just 30 minutes."

So which colour and spec?

[Captain Snooze]

Originally Posted by JD001

So which colour and spec?

Huh? I was quoting from the article in the link.

[Irace86.2.0]

Originally Posted by strat61caster

+1 Toyota dealers suck, they just want to sell Prius and Camry off the lot to whoever wanders in and can pass a credit check then just do overpriced oil changes and tire rotations until they die.

That being said, I'm warming up to the idea of a warmed over Corolla, if they can get ~260 hp into it, a torsen diff, tweak the suspension with better damping, get the price <$29k I think they have a viable FoST replacement that would be an Si/GTI/WRX/Veloster N fighter. Doubt I'd buy it, but I'd be interested in driving it and appreciative of it's existence. Moreso with the I3 but a tune on the 8AR would probably be fine and more sensible for US markets.

I don't think they could make the Corolla a ~$35k TypeR/STI/GolfR fighter, maybe if they could crank the hp to >300 and get the AWD in there and keep it under 3,300 lbs but that's a tall order. And for my money I'd take the lighter Yaris any day of the week.

Why get this when you could get a 86 or boost an 86? More/roomier seats? Taller cargo area?

[Dirty Harry]

Well that’s the first 1000 of them sold out here. In under a week too.

https://www.caradvice.com.au/888057/...aris-sold-out/