Toyota changed the look of its subcompact Yaris in 2012, dropped the sedan version and stretched the overall length of the car. The Yaris competes in a busy field of small cars that includes the Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Accent and Mazda2. Available as either a two- or four-door hatchback, the Yaris is offered in three trim levels: base L, LE and sportier SE. New for 2013 The base Yaris gets an upgraded stereo, but there are no other significant changes for 2013. Exterior Exterior features include:
15-inch wheels with covers standard; optional 16-inch alloy wheels
Available fog lights and smoked headlamps (SE)
Available rear spoiler
Available power side mirrors
Interior L trims have manual windows and a fold-down rear bench seat. LE and SE models get power windows, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, steering-wheel audio controls, and soft-touch dash and sill inserts. (Those inserts are hard plastic in the L.)
In addition to that, SE models add cruise control — a stand-alone option on the LE — sport seats with more bolstering and different fabric, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift. Interior features include:
Standard air conditioning
Standard power locks
Standard CD stereo with iPod connectivity
Under the Hood Mechanical features include:
1.5-liter four-cylinder engine makes 106 horsepower and 103 pounds-feet of torque
Five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission
