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2007 Toyota Yaris

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This report provides a quick overview of the features and specs for the 2007 Toyota Yaris. Get our expert review of the Toyota here.

By Mike Hanley

Cars.com
March 2, 2006
Vehicle Overview
Toyota's second-generation Yaris compact car is set to go on sale in the U.S. in spring 2006 as a 2007 model. Serving as a replacement for the automaker's Echo, the Yaris will be available in two-door-hatchback or sedan form. It will be Toyota's most affordable car in the U.S. market, according to the automaker. Now in its second generation, the Yaris has been sold in Europe since 1999.

Exterior
The Yaris' hatchback design recalls the xA, a car built by Toyota's Scion brand. Styled in Europe, the Yaris has short overhangs, a forward-swept rear hatch and a snub nose. Body-colored mirrors and door handles are standard.

Measuring 150.6 inches long overall, the Yaris is more than 3 feet shorter than the Toyota Camry. However, at 60 inches in overall height, it's about an inch taller. The front suspension uses MacPherson struts, while a torsion beam setup is installed in back.


Interior
Like the Echo, the Yaris has a center-mounted instrument cluster. Three climate-control knobs are positioned vertically in the center control panel below the stereo, lending to the interior's interesting appearance.

A 60/40-split rear seat that can recline, slide fore and aft, and fold flat is optional. A stereo with MP3 playback capability and a mini-jack input, as well as power windows, mirrors and locks, are also available.


Under the Hood
A 1.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 106 horsepower and 103 pounds-feet of torque (preliminary specifications) powers the Yaris. Either a four-speed-automatic or five-speed-manual transmission can be installed.

Safety
Available safety features include antilock brakes, side-impact airbags and side curtain-type airbags.


Additional Reviews for the 2007 Toyota Yaris

Joe Wiesenfelder Cars.com May 26, 2006
Mike Hanley Cars.com March 2, 2006
Dan Neil LATimes.com March 21, 2007
Bob Golfen AZCentral.com February 21, 2007
Mark Glover The Sacramento Bee October 13, 2006
Kristin Varela Mother Proof July 6, 2006
Steven Cole Smith Orlando Sentinel June 15, 2006
Jim Mateja Chicago Tribune June 11, 2006
G. Chambers Williams III Star-Telegram.com June 7, 2006
Royal Ford Boston.com May 14, 2006
Warren Brown The Washington Post and WashingtonPost.com March 5, 2006

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