2015 Toyota Yaris SE (Automatic/Manual) Start Up, Road Test, and In Depth Review

[@troylee3179]

I had a 07 Yaris sedan with the same engine. I bought it for economy and reliability. Not fancy, no frills but wow that car was as advertised cheap to buy and reliable as any car I have owned.

[@eddie054]

My 08' was always super reliable.

[@PippeML]

Today I told my wife to upgrade her 08 Yaris Sedan for a 2019 Civic or something, her words "I don't feel like getting a new Car, mine stills feels like new and I like it a lot" and honestly, that Car has never given us any trouble in over 11 years... yes is not powerful, the only thing my Wife says it would be nice to have is the Bluetooth connectivity back in 2008 economy Cars didn't have that feature.

[@tokib8251]

Just got this car, and it’s sooooo nice. Even my mechanic was excited for me! Lol (he knows I used to have a shitty 2002 pt cruiser, so quite the upgrade.) I use it to commute to work on the highway, and I love it.

[@TheBrah808]

Your mechanic is crying inside. He just lost a customer besides normal matinence

[@daviddebergh254]

My uncle had a 2002 Echo. Ran it into the ground. Great little car with good mpg as well. Will consider getting one for my new little family.

[@StreetSpeed717]

Wow looks a lot better than the current yaris lol. Awesome review as always Kyle!

[@aestheticboi6123]

Street speed!!!!😍😍

[@Tuppoo94]

Seems like a nice little car. 100 hp in a small car like this is just fine, especially when it's a proven, bulletproof power plant. Manual is the way to go.

[@Motorsportsgeek]

@blacknester Def not more reliable. You have twice the amount of things to break, much heavier so its not as nimble or fuel-efficient. In such a small car, you don't need a hybrid for fuel efficiency, people are reporting close to 50mpg in these without the hybrid. You want the lighter, more simple gas engine than the heavier more complicated hybrid.

[@YrnehLrak]

I really appreciate that you mentioned the way a slow car can still feel dynamic and fun! Keep up the good work! :)

[@fpaltenhoff86]

I have to admit, I'm liking the new looks that Toyota has been putting on their vehicles lately. This car looks great, though I think it needs at least a 6 speed automatic transmission and a little more power behind the wheels, but I guess you know the saying. If it isn't broke, don't fix it

[@aprilmayspring7736]

I love my SE 2015 Yaris! Gonna last me 20+ more years! I only have 27k miles since i got it 2015

[@maximilianoluera6679]

This SE is one of my favorite cars in the segment.

[@Eliyourcarguy]

These are very reliable little cars!

[@stephanuskruger1334]

Yes! Awesome cars.

[@SteveOnlin]

lil

[@shellyhunt4910]

Yea but too expensive

[@FuckTheGlobal]

@@shellyhunt4910 you save those extra monies, since you almost never have to fix it. it just works.

[@ToyotaCelicaDude1]

@@shellyhunt4910 You're definitely paying for the quality. You'll view the quality once you hit 150k miles and it still runs and drives like new with the original parts. Super reliable cars.

[@beefbroth6539]

When Kyle reviews supercars and hypercars, people complain that he doesn't cater to those who earn average income. When he does review normal cars, people complain that he should review exotics only and then dislikes the video because they don't like the car despite him making an excellent review of it. Can't please everyone huh. Keep up the great work Kyle.

[@dopefish93]

Finaly a car the joe avarege actually can afford to buy, more of that please! :)

[@awesomeaustin7406]

Because joe makes minimum wage at walmart

[@ConnecticutDashcam]

bikephil For your information, I am making minimum wage, $9.15 and hour, and I would indeed be able to afford this...its called having savings.

[@gregessex8565]

dopefish93 basic bob ass lmao

[@Rocknium1]

Austinrocks1100 Whats wrong with that you fuck?

[@awesomeaustin7406]

Because this is the only thing joe can afford because he makes minimum wage

[@rosskelly4200]

Really good in-depth, slow-paced review. You get a good feel for being in the car - and that is a brilliant idea to 'hear' the engine sound from inside, outside, hood up, and out back of the tail pipe. Even a few years later, this model hasn't changed much (in Australia, anyway) and so this review is still relevant and useful. Also appreciate your review style of being rational and moderate, rather than the off-handed and heavy-handed 'social media style' commentary where strong and opinionated remarks are often made by people who (often enough) don't even have the depth of knowledge to be doing the review in the first place:). Good work. Thanks!

[@toyoscio]

Lol

[@samlarkin1810]

Everyone's complaining over the 4 speed transmission but you have to admit it's better than a 1 speed CVT

[@djclown7pb]

Go drive a new corolla sport with the cvt, they are alot of fun!

[@djclown7pb]

Not all cvt's are the same... make sure you compare them... toyota is the best by far... and nissan is faster but breaks alot more and wears down faster

[@djclown7pb]

***** the old version of honda cvt, was boring. I just test drove a Honda Hr-v 2016, and it compaires easily to the same one that toyota uses, and it also simulates gears, the older version wouldn't do that.. the only bad thing about a cvt, is high rpms, you think to your self do I left off the gas, why isn't it changing gears. Why is it reving so high. But the car will learn you, and the way you drive

[@samlarkin1810]

Cvts are good in some circumstances but I would much prefer to feel the car changing gears rather then hear it screaming it's head off but you're right, they are different and I recently learned that some have "gears" to make it feel sportier (I think the Corolla zr does)

[@djclown7pb]

Yea the corolla s has simulated gears, so does the hr-v by honda.. they are fun to go find one to test drive. I would get a new cvt, if I had to again. I would only get one that I could change gears tho... other wise I'd hold out or get a 6 speed

[@Jakobly]

really cool to see the newest model of a car that i've had for years

[@JesusChristIsLord__]

Damn thorough! Thanks. I have a 2007 Yaris. Looking forward to see more improvements in the next couple of years, at which time I'll upgrade.

[@saberlingx]

watching your review while drinking coffee :D what a perfect day...

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I think Kyle has a few THOUSAND reviews.... There has to be something for everyone... From a 3 wheeled India made death trap to a new AMG s65 that's not even available yet....Kyle has probably tested any car or truck u want to see... He has fuck loads of variety...like me I have a roadmaster wagon, a new vw jetta tsi and a town and country van. Iike all kinds of cars...I actually test drove a manual se yaris a week ago for me daughter and the car sold the same day. This car with a manual is a blast. It's peppy and the fact it's not overpowered makes you shift the slickest manual out there often! I liked it better than a honda fit because it's 5 gear is better suited for 80 mph freeway runs. The fit is screaming at 80-85. People need to give this car a small chance. It will surprise you!

[@RichDodger1]

You criticize the lack of power which is rightfully criticized but then you don't trash the car and keep it professional which is why I believe you're one of the best!

[@saabkyle04]

Ricardo Mendez Thanks Ricardo!

[@2quick2come]

toyota always have the best grill shapes

[@irwinisidro]

I actually like my daily driver cars to be underpowered to an extent. Totally fine for fuel efficiency, getting to work, and run errands. And also it gives me an excuse to floor it every time. Wish Toyota still sold the Yaris, specifically this one, not the Mazda made one.

[@JamesBrown059]

Well done Toyota. The latest generation looks outstanding!

[@kareldebontridder4829]

I drive a Toyota Yaris VVTI 1.3 petrol engine from 2002. It has approx 137000 km (+85000 miles) and I wouldn't trade it for the world ! The engine runs extremely smoothly and the gearbox still operates like a knife through butter. Never broke down on me, and the mileage is very reasonable for such and "old" car. In Belgium, a new Yaris lets you choose out of 4 engines : 1.1 or 1.3 petrol, a 1.4 diesel and also a hybrid version (1.5 petrol + electric motor). If I had to change cars, I would choose for the hybrid version. My wife drives a Toyota Auris Hybrid for 2 years now, and we have extremely good mileage for a 1.8 petrol engine (3.9 liters for 100 km) and the Auris drives like a dream... Maybe Toyota does not make the most exiting cars, but hey are extremely reliable.

[@domgrabert3808]

It's got a pretty good exhaust note for the class it's in

[@michalisgeorg4653]

Euro spec Yaris is way better than the US spec. We have 6speed manual, power everything, telescoping steering wheel, backup camera & GPS, turning signals on the mirrors and more trims & engine options (1 litre 3cylinder gas, 1,33 litre 4 cylinder gas, 1,4 litre turbo diesel and 1,5 litre hybrid)

[@mkkrinkov]

From a GTR to this Golf cart ... good job Kyle

[@lindsaynicole1218]

I love my Yaris. I’m not looking to race and it’s very reliable.

[@10water]

Great overview as always Kyle!

[@sebastiaoverissimodasilva9852]

TOYOTA,LÍDER MUNDIAL EM TECNOLOGIA AUTOMOBILÍSTICA . TOYOTA YARIS SE,EXCELENTE LANÇAMENTO . SUCESSO,MY FRIEND Saabkyle04 .

[@sebastiaoverissimodasilva9852]

CARROS . E . UTILITÁRIOS . TOYOTA . SUCESSO . NOS . CINCO . CONTINENTES . EXCELENTE POSTAGEM . MY FRIEND,JAIME CASALLAS .

[@PingHorror]

In case you guys don't know, soon enough the Yaris will be an iconic Toyota Racing car. TMG(Not TRD) are developing a Yaris AWD rally car. It's gonna be Toyota's return to rally racing. It should be sick, imagine one of these with extended wheel arches,awd,turbo, and big fat rally wheels and tires. Should be awesome. It's supposed to debut in 2017 but the car should be showcased later this year.

[@---lm6ie]

Fuck yeah, but im waiting for the 2016 ms3

[@TheRealMystermaN]

Dat front looks so cool!

[@Geforcefly]

If memory serves me right, this is the last new vehicle sold in the US to be offered with a 4-speed auto. The last new vehicle to be offered with a pushrod four-cylinder was in the 2003 Chevy S10 / GMC Sonoma.

[@MiguelRPD]

I'm impressed it has a touch screen head unit.

[@terencejohnson3057]

Looks like a great car! I'm thinking about trading my 2004 Toyota Corolla CE in for this or either a 2016 Toyota Corolla LE sometime next summer. As long as it's a compact or subcompact car I can afford it.

[@CoolWhip759]

Awesome! You fixed the 1080p problem!!

[@saabkyle04]

Mr. Nick Sure did! Thank you!!

[@nintendoatarikiller]

This is just a refreshed Yaris. I would definitely wait for the Mazda 2/Yaris that's coming in a few years.

[@steffenfinstad2380]

Hi Kyle, love your channel! As a Scandinavian, I'm waiting and excited for the all new Volvo XC90 review, is that coming in the near feature?

[@jeffscomp]

Great review and it's an awesome car. I wish I could get one someday.

[@bradleymeyer9775]

I don’t know if I like hatchbacks or not. The seem very good on gas, affordable, and practical and are good cars overall. I guess it’s the styling that I don’t care for.

[@Preyvn]

Love your video and the car reviews

[@DanielSadjadian]

Ahaha. Great video as always Kyle. I have always been so used to seeing nice cars on your channel and then suddenly this. Lol

[@RHDM.]

What a beast!! damn

[@milesberrysax1212]

Do the new GTi !!

[@ShafiqAdli]

Miles Berry ^This!

[@frisco123100]

Saya Sokong pakcik !!

[@frisco123100]

***** what

[@frisco123100]

***** ohhh. I forgot why i commented that

[@A_guan]

Kyle, I remember you went to a press event showing the camry yaris and sienna! When will you be releasing the sienna video?

[@WKaznartist]

Hey Kyle, could you do a review of the 2015 Honda Fit? And include the differences in trims? That would greatly help decide whether to get it or wait for the 10th gen Honda Civic. Thanks.

[@thecarelectronicguy687]

I know you already have a video on the latest generation of the Toyota Corolla, but do you think you could do a video on a 2014/2015 Corolla S Plus w/ the 6 spd manual? Thanks!

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

It's nice that a new car has its muffler shaking.

[@whyshywank]

You should consider sitting closer to the steering wheel or moving up the backrest a bit. Your hands can't seem to fully grip the wheel on the top which is not good in case of a road accident.

[@carwhiz90]

I like how the gauges were moved from the center of the dash to front and centered towards the driver. Only complaint I have about it is the front end looks too much like the camry. other than that, very nice refresh

[@JWJTRAINOR]

The only Toyota with out *beeb* *beeb*

[@benwu350]

Hi Kyle! I remember you once had a story of a person crashing on the autobahn and her survival. I cant seem to find that video anymore.

[@ConnecticutDashcam]

Just a quick question; You mentioned the optional "premium" audio system with navigation.. Is the sound system itself upgraded or is it just the addition of navigation?

[@Antonio65341]

how is to drive a little Yaris after a Big Silverado 6.2L V8 ? lol ^^

[@saabkyle04]

***** Or a Mustang GT? It took a lot to get used to haha

[@Antonio65341]

***** Lol :D, i can only imagine ! btw, thank you for all these nice reviews that you do about cars, you have such a professionalism, keep it up ;)

[@saabkyle04]

***** Thank YOU for watching, I'll keep working hard to provide quality content!

[@Darksyne]

Do an LS swap in the yaris and you're all set lmao

[@kr1ss00]

Are DRLs automatic in this Yaris? I mean like a german car when you unlock it do they come on immediately or nah? Thanks in advance.

[@auxmike]

Excellent job!

[@thatcruzerguy2294]

Amazing vids. Thanks so much

[@Novelgroundscottage]

Great review 😊

[@vikk5459]

I guess it's good for what it's built to do, like you said. If you had a choice between this and the Ford Fiesta, what would you get?

[@saabkyle04]

Viktor Freesmeier That's an interesting choice. I've never driven the fiesta, but I also need to drive the Fit, Mazda2, etc. I wouldn't buy an automatic Yaris, but it's very roomy for what it is. Even though the manual has 5 speeds, from what I remember from my Fiesta ST video, the Yaris has more passenger room. I'd have to drive them to really make my decision.

[@Ryo-vw5hu]

hi kyle!,i have i request for you,can you review classic toyota's like the AE-86 or celica TA22?looking forward to those cars

[@ryanenstad8928]

Great little car. Toyota will sell every one that they make. Great review Kyle! Quick question tho. As thorough as you are with every review you make, I've noticed a change. I'm not bitching and it might be only me that noticed it but you're not detailing certain items and some items aren't even mentioned. With the Silverado review recently: it's a Z71. While that may not always guarantee 4-wheel drive, nowhere in the description or in your video is it specified if this truck is a 4x4 or or 4x2. I had to pause the video at a shot of the dash and look for the 4WD selector. Found it and then I knew. With this Yaris review: little more in-depth on the navigation of the radio. Looks like it had navigation but that it's a feature the user has to select within the "Apps" menu? I saw what looked like a map in a shot or two. Was that also a cruise control switch beneath the spokes of the steering wheel? Looked like the corporate Toyota cruise dongle, but wasn't sure. Just wondering what's up lately.

[@DesertStateInEU]

Hi Kyle! Any possibility of the new Ram 3500, F350, or any of the new Cadillac V series coming up?

[@djclown7pb]

Do you think this is a safe car? And do you think it would be a good 1st time car for a teen?

[@aestheticboi6123]

Yes its very safe and a very good first car

[@lpcesarkcm]

Do a Honda FIT Review Please!!! Love you reviews budy...Keep it up!!!

[@saabkyle04]

lpcesarkcm Gaming I hope to get a press vehicle sometime this year! Really interested in seeing that one myself.

[@jonathandonne1432]

Front end is taken from the smaller Mark 2 Toyota aygo City car. We get a 6 speed manual & a CVT automatic in Europe.

[@AzzyKelly]

I have the 2011 Yaris and honestly it is quite nice for a 14000 dollar car

[@saabkyle04]

Azzy Kelly Agreed!

[@notasolution]

Wow... My $41,000.00 4Runner has the same key as a Yaris...

[@ogyeezus]

my 2010 Camry does too

[@notasolution]

Yeah but you'd think you'd get a differnt, better key then a $15k Yaris when spending over $40k for a completely different type of vehicle

[@djclown7pb]

Kenny M a different key? Really. I think you just have a big head... its still a toyota no matter how much more it cost... you should have went with the keyless

[@notasolution]

So you're telling me the 80k land cruiser shouldn't have a different key then a Camry? And ur saying "it's still a Toyota" like a bad thing lmao. The Keyless is stupid. I have it on my Lexus. Much rather have a mechanical metal key then a stupid plastic fob remote. Just doesn't feel right to me. Maybe it's just my opinion but idk.

[@notasolution]

Push button for cars... Maybe but trucks need real keys

[@redneon06]

Toyota has kept that same mirror switch for years. It's in my 98 corolla

[@jamesgjt]

so much better, but i still will wait for the mazda 2.

[@mylozicbo735]

hey toyota its 2003 calling and it wants its transmission back

[@kirbyswarp]

Mylo Zicbo *1999 called, the Echo wan'ts it's power train back.

[@flanx5432]

kirbyswarp THIS POWERTRAIN DATES BACK TO THE 80'S WHY? Seriously, it's from the Tercel.....

[@kirbyswarp]

Sup Bro Haha But the Echo was 10X worse.

[@munnsie100]

Why change something if it's perfect? ;-) (I saw this and couldn't help myself)

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

I'm currently driving a 2007 4 speed auto Yaris and I hate it. The transmission is pretty bad. The only thing good on the car is the engine.

[@IKhanNot]

I saw one of these rear end an Audi S5. Only the Audi's bumper fell off but the Yaris was so badly smashed up it had to have been declared a total loss. Very unsafe cars but I guess people are attracted to the vibrant colors and fuel economy versus getting where you have to get to in a safe manner.

[@idawan09]

I think the engine type is 1NZFE..4 speed vvti..similarly used in toyota Vios in south east asian countries

[@rootsmanuva82]

Guess which has smaller dimensions; a new MINI Cooper or Toyota Yaris? Everyone says the new MINI's are too bloated, but it's still smaller than a Yaris. Both specs are for 2 door models. Yaris 156" L x 67" W x 59" H MINI 153" L x 68" W x 56" H

[@grantbowles8010]

You should do a 2015 Subaru Outback review!

[@hduncan2587]

***** , in saying it's just a simple torsion beam and implying they can't be tuned, you're missing a lot there. First off, if you're going to improve handling on a FWD, a rear swaybar can go a long way to adding some rotation back there. Secondly, there are plenty of performance-tuned torsion beam suspensions out there in todays day and age. To list a few hopped-up economy cars with torsion beams: -Fiesta ST -Fiat 500 Abarth -Renault Megane RS -Vauxhall Astra VXR The Yaris even has an after market with multiple manufacturers for added bracing and upgraded swaybars. A torsion beam is an inexpensive and space-efficient form of suspension, and isn't always a hindrance. The GTi had them up until the MkV, as have many other fine handling FWD's. The Yaris has room for more, I can promise you that.

[@saabkyle04]

Harvey Duncan Oh I completely agree! I've even driven the abarth quite a bit. No matter how you slice it, a torsion beam is a very simple alternative to a independent suspension (multilink, double wishbone, ect). Sure, a lot can be done to it, and there's nothing wrong with that, but I wasn't implying it was outdated, inferior or anything like that, but than you for explaining your reasoning!

[@hduncan2587]

***** Just making sure. The way you worded it sounded like Toyota couldn't have done anything back there.

[@RAJohnson713]

Is that Jacksonville? Looks like it when your driving

[@djclown7pb]

We want to get one for the teen in our family, what does everyone think, a good first car, or no maybe a scion or a honda hr-v. Not sure about the honda fit....

[@accordwhip3467]

+djclown7pb I would choose Honda Fit if I were you.

[@JonasHorn]

Where are you driving the blue manual Yaris? Looks like Florida to me, right?

[@saabkyle04]

***** Yep! Ponte Vedra, during a press event towards the end of last year.

[@carsanmar13]

***** now the yaris is available in the usa?

[@beastby10]

Nice stereo, small hatchback, nice future Japan design, cheap, and loaded what's not to like.

[@dominicfong6341]

You have only test driven the automatic version or have I missed something?

[@BaiaoDe2]

Looks cool!

[@hduncan2587]

They still use Absolutely Red after all these years? That was the same shade of the Echo in 2000. If only it still offered Electric Green Mica.

[@joecruz5263]

Could you please do a 2015 Ram 2500 with a Cummins! Thanks

[@nickvernace6646]

***** please do a review of a 2013 toyota venza it would be greatly appreciated btw love your videos im a long time subscriber👍

[@XERXESV]

Can you do a Mazda 2 review please? I want to buy that car but if you make a review its gonna be freaking awesome :) !

[@saabkyle04]

taha behzadnia We'll see if we get a press car this year!

[@XERXESV]

***** I hope so :) thanks for replying

[@knightmarel]

The Corolla S is about $2000 more and it's so much better than this econo box.

[@kushalchandani7962]

Sir can you review dom's charger in fast and furious. If you can please do it i like that car.....!

[@alexp6016]

Actually really nice, and I can't believe I'm saying this. It's basic and old-fashioned. With leather and a manual, that car would be great. Only thing I'd do is drop in a slightly larger turbocharged 4 cylinder.

[@azimaxim4377]

When turn for Suzuki samurai? please ..

[@Tocodrive]

Is he using a GoPro cam for the shots at 7:00?

[@pinoy17gangster74]

Toyota's 4 speed automatic is like John McLaine, it refuses to die hahaha (not that I have a problem with the 4 speed. It's just outdated)

[@rosskelly4200]

Just to let you know that the '4 SPD auto' actually works like a 6 spd if you push the gear selector to ECO once on the move. I didn't see this feature until I had driven one for quite some distance! Look for that slight sideways gate position to the right of D position!

[@ConnecticutDashcam]

I've noticed Toyota's never put the traditional lock/unlock beep on the Yaris

[@gideonbouwman4904]

Funny to see that my Yaris is actually a bit better, still, it's the P1 first generation. But the doors have soft touch materials, and in the back too. Also, there is no steel visible in the cabin, here you see those red strips in the doors, because of a lack of plastics. Still, the Yaris is a sweet car :D

[@Sultan_salt]

not bad at all might get one myself

[@Toyie]

Can you review a Mitsubishi Mirage?

[@TyroneWare24]

Can you please review a 2000 chrysler concorde lx model?

[@fredrickampomah7887]

How much is the used one in America?

[@123Dutchninja123]

Can you do a In depth tour in a police car??

[@paolodreyfus2502]

Can you do one on the newest model of Honda accord coupe

[@IOSmOdShack]

You should review volswagen golf 7

[@TheMatheuscouto]

Around 5:50 Cruisin by Grove Street

[@saabkyle04]

Matheus Couto Hahahaha