2020 Toyota Yaris | The Art of Cutting Corners

[@v8713]

It’s hard to talk down on a vehicle that is fit for so many people who are working within a tight budget, especially in times like today. Gas, payment, insurance, maintenance, reliability, value, etc... This car checks so many boxes. It’s a win!

[@xcaret-ns3pb]

🙏🙏👍👍

[@JNAMOTORSPORTS]

Make it look better? The brand new civic actually looks great

[@know916bound]

​@@JNAMOTORSPORTSThis conpetes with a honda fit, not the civic, the civic competes with the Corolla and mazda 3 which cost more.

[@know916bound]

​@@JNAMOTORSPORTSalso the newest civic is clearly ripping off Volkswagen and Mazda designs but in a more boring way.

[@madoba8717]

Toyota to Mazda: *hippity hoppity your car is now my property*

[@muhammadosama127]

Hahaha 😂

[@andrew.woolman7449]

I really appreciate SG reviewing affordable cars as well unlike other reviewers like Redline Reviews and Doug Demuro who prefer expensive cars. I hope SG reviews the 2020 Chevy Spark next, that's the cheapest new car in America and it's fun to drive!

[@danielsnow6867]

Thats the only reason the interior of this car is as good as it is

[@Weichspueler]

I was like " Wait a minute that steering wheel, HVAC controls, screen, buttons and vents look just like in my mx-5" Then it hit me, *Mazda 2*

[@madoba8717]

Weichspül3r i saw it before release about 5 months ago and i just knew it from the first second. The car was just identical in every way. My friend had just bought his 2020 mazda 2 for a good price, so we decided to look up “mazda 2 2020” on google, and the “yaris” popped up. We thought it was just another trim level lol

[@timhan8667]

If you covered the steering wheel Toyota logo and put me in the driver's seat, I would tell you this was a Mazda.

[@ComedicInc]

Because it is a Mazda

[@Artem-te1xn]

It’s basically a rebadged Mazda 2 which has been selling in Europe since 2015

[@gns942]

The dead giveaways are the infotainment knob, the 3 dial setup for the HVAC, the shape of the steering wheel spokes and the 3 gauge cluster.

[@FullOfMalarky]

rockn roll why?

[@Artem-te1xn]

rockn roll No it shouldn’t, the car would be way more expensive if it was designed from scratch

[@Marcus_972]

Most important thing said in this review was about this being an important car. LOTS of people under 25 really need access to vehicles like this. I remember when I was that age there were tons of options like this, now they're rare.

[@Ducky0nQuack]

that interior is extremely nice for the price point

[@campkira]

because it a mazda 2....

[@thunderedt]

@@campkira It is still nice for a subcompact, a Mazda or not.

[@anakinskyboogie658]

Mazda makes great cars.

[@Ducky0nQuack]

@@anakinskyboogie658 Absolutely, I was able to get my parter to switch from an Escape to a CX-5 after the Ford had some reliability issues.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

A lot of Toyota’s modern vehicles have nice interiors.

[@SINREKA]

IMO, Toyota knew this car is a prime "first time drivers" car, so there was no point on really giving it good paint. Gonna get scratched up/lose a hubcap/hit a pole anyway, so they decided to give it a pre-battle scar, if you will.

[@descendinggod9740]

That is if you can find a Yaris at your local dealership. I have yet to ever see one in inventory.

[@wigletron2846]

@@descendinggod9740 I've seen a few but at ~17k, imo they arent worth the price at all. Plus rental companies buy these up like crazy

[@dannyz955]

"Hey, why don't we just pre-wreck your new car, so you won't feel bad when you do it again?"

[@andrew.woolman7449]

@@wigletron2846 What's crazy is that Toyota dealerships don't like to give a major discount on a new Yaris the way they do on new Corollas. Maybe because the Yaris has a lower MSRP so they feel they can get away with it. What this means is that a new Yaris may end up costing almost as much as a new Corolla after real world discounts. Just negotiate hard on a new base L or LE Corolla and buy it for well under 20 grand. Forget the Yaris.

[@rkahler89]

@@andrew.woolman7449 that's mostly down to the fact that there is less than $500 difference between MSRP and invoice, and holdback and financial reserve are barely anything. Selling one at even just $1,000 below invoice is a net net loss for the dealership. Meanwhile you can do $1,500 or so on a Corolla and be alright depending on how well the finance department does.

[@chipholland9]

The lady that did a lease-return inspection for me a few years ago had the previous generation hatchback. She commuted from San Antonio every day, and was doing oil changes every 3-1/2 weeks. Her Yaris had almost 300,000 miles on it, and the only work she had had done was fluid changes, brakes & tires. As a work appliance, I was really impressed.

[@sporkybutterz]

Highway miles don't count. Stop and go traffic would be impressive with that mileage and maintenance schedule

[@bluerisk]

Oil change once a year during the inspection. But I check it every month.

[@TheOzthewiz]

@@sporkybutterz So RIGHT! Any car can rack up "highway" miles, but city miles, especially heavy stop'n go will cut those "trouble free" 300K miles down to about 100K, if you're lucky!

[@jaybosher6144]

A friend of mine has one. It's a seriously good value for the money and drives very well.

[@goclunker]

That’s because its a Mazda

[@HansLotap]

Thank Mazda for making good cars.

[@TractorsChemer]

Cool mazdas rebrand.

[@sovannraksmeykhom7924]

That's a Mazda 2, down to the steering wheel. 😶

[@dallasmellsop5488]

Rather have a Mazda 2 then a yaris

[@lukerinderknecht2982]

@@dallasmellsop5488 then a Yaris or than a Yaris? 😅

[@sovannraksmeykhom7924]

@@lukerinderknecht2982 ayyyyyyy 😂

[@Get_yotted]

That’s what makes it great, Toyota has terrible designers

[@eddieds312]

Same plateform as a CX3 Witch is the same as a Mazda 2 Hey what did i just say!

[@ScarletKnightmare]

I have a 2019 Yaris Sedan 6MT and it's hands down the best commuter car I've ever owned. Getting around 42mpg having fun with it, around 50mpg when I really behave. That's tank average.

[@thatcopenguy]

I have a '17 Mazda 2 AT. It gets about the same mpg & very fun car to drive.

[@ScarletKnightmare]

@@thatcopenguy Very fun car to drive. The stock tires definitely could use an upgrade for better grip, but what a chassis.

[@jacksparrow460]

Bro my 04 corolla does the same lol.

[@ScarletKnightmare]

@@jacksparrow460 Older cars were much lighter than what's typical nowdays. But can you really get 50mpg tank average? That's impressive if it's normal driving not hypermiling.

[@markd9130]

I do a lot of highway driving and average about 42 mpg with my Mazda 3. So, I can believe a Yaris can get 50 mpg if you are being careful. Good cars.

[@mikedallmeier]

I bought one used with 18k on it. I’m 6’-4”, 260 pounds and besides the shoulder space being tight I love it! I drive 80 miles a day round trip to work and average 41.3 mpg! Very zippy and fun to drive! I’d buy another one tomorrow!

[@bluerisk]

In other words: a dwarf compared to Northern Europeans...

[@fabse64]

@@bluerisk Maybe height-wise, but most certainly not when it comes to weight.

[@bluerisk]

@@fabse64 By now also wight -wise.;) The only difference between Americans and Britons is not so much the height or weight, but that total lack of proper English.

[@owned9500]

@@bluerisk What... average height of Swedish men is 5'10. 6'4 is a giant in ANY country around the world

[@bluerisk]

@@owned9500 Real Swedes...like in Vikings.

[@JamesOrtonVideo]

pretty happy this car exists, better than a Mitsu Mirage

[@ronaldderooij1774]

Nope, it isn't better. Equal at the best. But more expensive and thirstier.

[@ThatOddGarage]

@@ronaldderooij1774 I absolutely agree because I own a mirage and get 45 miles a gallon pretty much all day. It's just as basic and just as functional

[@nodak81]

@@ronaldderooij1774 Not equal when that Mitsu has a shitty Jatco CVT.

[@hsvcommodore4111]

Ronald de Rooij you cöeary haven‘t driven this or sat in one if that‘s what you think. Mazda builds much better cars than mitsubishi. Full stop.

[@drpepper3726]

The mirage is allot worse.

[@Yikesforsure]

This Yaris video is proof I’d watch SavageGeese review the mulch in my front yard.

[@pkdude5334]

I had a 2008 Yaris Sedan, and it was honestly the best vehicle I've ever owned. Plenty of room for a small car because everything sits higher so you still have plenty of room, 40 mpg, and extremely reliable. The only issues I had in 250,000 miles were a rust repair on the exhaust and a new battery. Bought it with 28,000 miles and only changed the brakes one time. I miss that car. It was still running fine when I sold it, but for some reason I convinced myself I needed a Volvo wagon. Not one of my better decisions.

[@lprice5583]

Toyota could rule the auto world if they went back to making the 2008 Yaris and just updated it to have bluetooth and handsfree controls to interact with a cell phone.

[@nicolemcrespo2]

I got this vehicle recently and I’m in love with it I’m a tall gal 5”8 and I fit in just fine , it’s very roomy in my opinion and the trunk is bigger than others , has CarPlay, touch screen, wireless Bluetooth, drives really good

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Exactly! Fun little economical car!

[@samuelm5140]

Starting the week off right with some savagegeese

[@lonerider5315]

Simple = good

[@maanmallak8953]

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[@haze1123]

The Mazda2, on which this is based, is actually a really good-looking tiny car. Toyota somehow made the Yaris look like an angry catfish that got beaten to death with an old shoe. Hideous.

[@dallasmellsop5488]

Thiss ^^^

[@fjs456]

Exactly.

[@jrh11254]

It’s when a car resembles a flounder that there’s a problem.

[@ohcanadaeh]

haze1123, you took the words right out of my mouth. I cannot agree with you more.

[@amosy8345]

haze1123 😂😂

[@mattw8332]

Sounds like my ideal car. Starts, stops and keeps the rain off.

[@Affalterbach1967]

The 8 bit synthesized music in the intro set the tone perfectly. Could this car have been called the Echo Mark II ?

[@tenhundredkills]

In case you're wondering, the song is "Lungs" by Glow Machine!

[@Graham_Wideman]

That into sounds like Poker Face... the Commodore 64 House Mix

[@suprastevio2264]

@@tenhundredkills omg I WAS wondering!!! Thank you so much! 👌👍

[@Poorgeniu5]

Would agree but it seems they gave the Echo's design away to the current gen gas Corolla.

[@theworksho3947]

The Echo was actually called a Yaris in many other countries. It goes by many names in many markets. Vitz is another name. The previous owner of my '08 Yaris put a Vitz badge on it lol

[@coloradomoto3001]

I was picked up in one of these for a Lyft ride and walked away impressed. It was comfortable, the plastics looked and felt nice, the seat felt supportive and the ride was surprisingly quiet for such a small car. Compared against others in the same niche, it’s pretty good and it seems to be built well. For someone shopping this class, that’s really all most of them care about.

[@Hexspa]

I’m always happy when the driver has a yota

[@rbell2915]

I like how this channel actually reviews affordable cars that everyone can get into instead of channels like Doug who focus primarily on super/hyper cars.

[@kevinnorris6558]

Doug’s more into reviewing quirky cars

[@andrew.woolman7449]

Exactly, that's why I'm a huge fan of SG. Hope SG reviews the new Chevy Spark next.

[@stevens1041]

My friend at work bought one. Let me sit in it and drive it around the lot, I was impressed. If you're a middle class or working class and need a good commuter car, this is a great option. Unlike buying an old used car, this one won't have all the problems.

[@georgehugh3455]

Should have showed at least a pic of the hatchback after all that talk about it

[@Dowlphin]

As a German the very idea of a Yaris sedan is very disturbing/comical to me. We are very hatchbacky here.

[@prabanwsdb3499]

I have 2017 model..69k miles. 43mpg. Daily driver..No issues at all.. Love it .

[@KirkKreifels]

No tnga-b Yaris in America is very disappointing 😩

[@penvon]

What’s up Kirk 👍

[@Syncopia]

Just not financially viable.

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

How about those fast Yaris we get screwed over on here. They have one coming out .. AWD, 250hp (approx).. like if a Fiesta RS was real

[@lawrencebautista1]

The US version is merely a rebadged Mazda 2. In Southeast Asia, the sedan is called the Vios and the hatchback, the Yaris. With the TNGA-B Yaris coming out in Japan and the EU with Hybrid powertrains, it is expected the sedan version will also have one.

[@ardijanuar2036]

@@geraldgoodiii6993 because 30-40k 3 door and cylinder hatchback never makes financial sense to be sold in usa. Even more sensible focus rs didn't get a successor.

[@centripetal25]

I believe the bottom paint is rough because they have a rubberized anti rust coating for that area to protect it from rock and sand, since it doesn’t have plastic side sills. You see this also in the FRS/86/BRZ as well as the NB etc. Miatas.

[@madpistol]

Mazda makes an amazing Yaris. Also, BMW makes an amazing Supra.

[@alexmaz3139]

Subaru makes an amazing 86

[@denamaharani6479]

and daihatsu makes an amazing avanza...!!

[@LykaOd]

Funny , but still Toyota have a part in Mazda. Soon or later , they will buy Mazda. Like Subaru.

[@baronvonjo1929]

Funny enough in some markets Mazda rebadges the Yaris as a Mazda2. Idk why they don't just use their own models.

[@shabba3602]

"If you're a wider person" - 80% of the country!

[@polaris911]

lol yup. that's why you don't see many of these on the road

[@braetonwilson4296]

As someone who weighs over 600 pounds, I'm indeed a wider person. Nope, Yaris is not the car for me.

[@user-xq2fz5tz9t]

#TRIGGERED

[@alubchicken]

THINMOBIL

[@tube.brasil]

hahahaha

[@Gariel2007]

I actually like the way it looks. Wouldn't mind someone taking this platform and doing some motors sports shit. I feel like it being such a simple machine, there is a lot of potential for modification. Small light weight balanced platform. Turbo charge it maybe an cheeky engine swap. strip the already stripped interior. A little suspension work and you got yourself a fun little car.

[@seanthompson8071]

Look at this car as the Mazda 2 ... front end is much cuter.

[@svn5994]

Looks like an angry fish about to extend its mouth out to eat.

[@TheWhisperingPenis]

That's what I did bro. Put a 500hp turbo in it and it blew to shit. Really great car, fun to drive and I'm shooting flames out of my tailpipes

[@remotecontrolaxe]

I have basically the same car in the 2016 Scion iA (stick), and I love how it looks... at least the side and back. I agree the front is obviously pasted on, but I don't mind it. I haven't looked closely enough to tell if I have the orange-peel issues you discussed with the paint, but I really like the color. It goes really well with the style to me. Agreed that bigger folks probably won't find this to be comfortable, but as a shorter guy of otherwise average build, it fits me like a glove. I sit close and upright, and there's a ton of legroom behind me, but that won't be the case for many people. You'll just have to sit in it, adjust it for yourself, and see if it has enough room for your use case. When I bought this a couple years ago, I was cross-shopping most subcompact and also compact cars, and I decided this was the best fit for me. The closest 2 things were the Honda Fit and Civic Hatchback. What made this win is the trunk space and affordability. The Fit was really close, and it can be a bit of a toss-up between them depending on what you want. The trunk here has more usable space than what's behind the Fit's rear seats (especially if you don't block visibility in the Fit). And unlike the Civc Sport Hatchback, I could rev this out all day and have a blast without losing my license. I just prefer the small, naturally aspirated engine. Anyway good info as always, keep up the great reviews! P.S. the chiptune music here reminded me of the music in Ridiculous Fishing, heh

[@catsspat]

I went the Honda Fit route. I never have more than one passenger, so I just keep the rear seats folded (TON of room). And I absolutely positively must have adaptive cruise control. 2018 and 2019 US market Honda Fit EX MT6 is the only way to get Honda Sensing + MT6 on Fit. Honda dropped EX MT6 for 2020, and other MT trims don't come with Honda Sensing. I imagine they didn't sell many EX MT6. My other options were like you, Civic Hatch and Civic Sedan (Sport 2L NA), all MT6, of course. I kind of wanted a hatch, and Civic Hatch MT6 never showed up at the local dealership, so I grabbed Fit when it showed up. Interestingly, two Fit EX MT6 showed up at the same time, and then I never saw them again. Like you, I can rev the Fit all day and keep my license. ;)

[@remotecontrolaxe]

@@catsspat nice! Yeah I did enjoy the Fit's engine a little more, but the iA is still great too. Totally agree that with the Fit's rear seats folded, you have insane amounts of space. I just have a (now) 5-year-old and need to keep a carseat back there at all times, heh.

[@Dongzzzzzz]

The side and the back are all mazda while the front is toyota lol

[@13loodLust]

Damn all y'all saying this is a great first car for college students... My first car after college was like $2k.

[@wigletron2846]

Same. I've never spent 18k on any car

[@iLupi]

Right???? Maybe for people with money who wanna “impress” people with a newer car. Sure, there’s reliability in it, but there’s reliability in older Toyotas and Hondas as well for much less. A newer car might have more “creature comforts” and tech, but you can get by with a good, used car for much less while going to college/Uni.

[@andrew.woolman7449]

@ you do that and come back and update us on how it went for you. I predict that cheap used car you bought for 4k will end up costing you 8k over 5 years when you include all repair and replacement costs. 1 year of driving for almost 2k plus the constant daily stress of driving a shitty unreliable car is more the reality.

[@andrew.woolman7449]

@@iLupi No one buying a cheap new car is trying to "impress" anyone for the simple fact that no one is impressed by a new Spark/Mirage/Yaris. In fact the people who try to impress others follow YOUR advice and buy used cars, a crappy used Benz or BMW so they can show off.

[@stupid8911]

I bought this (or the Scion iA) fresh out of college; got a decent deal as they were getting rid of everything Scion, and it was Memorial Day, go figure.

[@Lasertrac]

Love the video. I hope this holiday finds you safe, hopeful that better times will come back and thankful for the sacrifices of all those who have given their life so that we might have freedom. My favorite parts of the videos are undercarriage review and final thoughts. You never pontificate on your opinion but give the viewer information to come to his/her own conclusion. Few, if any do that. Good job my friends.

[@heimatliebe116]

BTW, regarding freedom: If the government says you don't need guns, you need guns! ;-)

[@edwardotoo5828]

I just love how simple it is

[@tealruby1]

Recently drove a new Corolla as a rental and was shocked at how good it was. Base base base model and I really liked it. CVT didn't get in the way, good stereo, nice interior. The quality of cheap cars today blows me away.

[@elliot3751]

I love a good pricey car that has new tech and smart systems as much as anyone!! But I cant help but like compact-cars!! They’re so basic and easy to maintain and I just love not having to worry about the car and every other small piece of gravel that hits it because it’s not lux, it’s not that grand it’s just a simple, useful car that does the basic function that any other car can do!!

[@Slimecrazy234]

I hope you never stop doing the under chassis look arounds, that's my favorite part of the videos.

[@TheAdnanmajor]

Savagegeese would rather review this car over any Mercedes and BMWs. Fact!

[@stupid8911]

I kinda get it, I mean this thing is get in and go. It's not a completely ugly car, it has decent features for its base model and even better deals when moving up the trims. Leatherette, Carplay, really good MPGs, and low cost to own. There's rich and then there's smart. Just my two cents.

[@kolt9051]

And I'd rather watch this lol

[@protoculture289]

They seriously need to do something about that front end styling.

[@dompling]

I like the style

[@ctsfiddler]

I had bought a 2016 Scion iA after your review, it's a fun great car. I traded it in at 60k trouble free miles, on a new Elantra because my wifey complained of the lack of space, but it was a trouble free car and i do miss it.

[@remasteredzero4076]

Don't take me the wrong way, If you let the lady decide on cars, it will drive you broke.

[@scraps0233]

@Tom will I have a 09 Avalon while it’s nice luxury and spacious I miss having something smaller and fun to drive. Thinking about the ia but not sure if the wife would be fine with the smaller car

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@scraps0233 IDK about you but there's something to appreciate the small form factor where it trigger the mind to use it like the young self ie I see small car as a go kart which is the perfect example for this iA. I'm 6.3 ft 270lbs wanting a small car with a stick! 😄

[@scraps0233]

@@edgaryzen4925 hell yeah! I bought a 2020 Kia Forte gt with a manual it’s the most fun I’ve had in a car before

[@ZeroFidelity]

I had that dopey blue car for a couple years. Sure, it looks like a baby blue whale eating krill - but man... what a fun car to drive. You can toss it around corners - with body roll that actually adds an element of fun. You can put your foot down and feel like you're driving like a reckless hooligan, only to look down and realize that the car hasn't even reached the speed limit yet. On top of it all, you get great fuel economy. I averaged exactly 40mpg while driving mostly in the city, even with some spirited driving thrown into the mix. Of course, nothings perfect. There's carbon build-up that you'll eventually have to deal with. And the cars so small that if a little girl on her bike hits you... then RIP you. The girl will be just fine. Anyway, thanks for revisiting the little Scion/Toyota/Mazda. It was a fun watch!

[@asad5067]

how do you deal with carbon build up?

[@pontiacGXPfan]

In a era of contrived complexity, this car deserves plenty of credit

[@TheQuikMix]

we need a serious move back toward more tactile/analog interfaces inside a car.

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

Great video, as always. A review of the competing Kia Rio would be very interesting, for 2020 the Rio got an all new drivetrain (engine now without direct injection), there are barely any reviews on it.

[@lbob2004]

Just look at one on the Accent. It’s the same car, different body and badges.

[@georgiaguardian4696]

This review feels very honest and therefore very good. This is a car for many people for the price and it’s good.

[@lordadams5762]

That interior is nice! Love the circular ac vents and the volume button on the drive selection area! Just buy a third party arm rest which is adjustable that also includes charging ports and cup holders just like in my sister's ford ecosport!

[@tp7278]

The lower half of the car is coated in a rust inhibitor type of material, which gives it that orange peel look when the paint is applied to it. Volkswagen has been doing this for over a decade now.

[@fin121196]

nice mazda 2

[@mishumihai223]

I live in Romania and I got the Mazda version, 2023 Mazda 2. I love it! The looks exterior and interior, 1.5 gasoline Mild Hybrid, 6 speed manual, driving position is spot on.

[@kimbu9029]

Everytime he says cheap, affordable, outsourced, low quality plastic, slow and so on, it feels like a personal attack to me as owner of mazda 2. In my country where averege monthly salary 150$ this car considered almost a luxury car.

[@mightbesherwood1313]

Don't feel bad. Looking at the video, you see how big the US is. Big, complex cars are a necessity here.

[@narutobroken]

In the US most cars on the road are giant $50,000 trucks and luxury SUVs

[@dylanhughes5944]

@@narutobroken with 7 year loans Lol

[@MizzAn63lin3]

Where do you live?

[@JDMHaze]

I dated a girl that had one of these, it's a great car overall, for what it is it's an A+, standard safety features, decent infotainment, and it looks like a small Mazda 3 to me except the front, this is a great starter car... For the class it's in this car is perfect in every way AND still offers manual

[@Jowurel]

These cars are literally everywhere where I live.

[@leviathan5207]

imagine going for a shit at 3am and there is a yaris in your bathroom...

[@deuteriummeridian8998]

Hmm, and in Winnipeg I have seen only one. Are you Quebec?

[@afcgeo882]

Deuterium Meridian lol. This car screams “Quebec special.”

[@lunisce]

@@leviathan5207 lmao

[@rhysclunis6252]

If u everywhere u don't have to say where immediately after.

[@williamlong2682]

Ahhhhhh, yes. Now THIS is the Mark I love to see and the content I subscribed for. Not the stereotyping junk that was all over the 840i video. Glad to see Mark focus purely on substantive critiques and impressions of the car. Hope future reviews are more like this.

[@Leon_der_Luftige]

Why not both?

[@Rhowhat]

I thought he was fair on the BMW, he said it was fine, even decent........... for a car half its price

[@williamlong2682]

If you don’t think the 840i is special enough to merit a $101k asking price, fine (and, in fact, I’d agree with that statement, as do I with most of the SUBSTANCE of Mark’s other criticisms). But there’s a difference between being blunt and being an asshole, and in my opinion, he crossed that line in that video. The “dumb old rich guy’s car John Business Richard Corporate” stereotyping honestly is not funny to me. It’s old, tired, boring, predictable horseshit with no comedic value. And Mark was so immature and unprofessional in the way he was cracking up over that stupid crap. He should have either kept his mouth shut or checked his fucking attitude at the door. I’ll honestly be surprised if BMW keeps giving him press cars after that video. That’s all just my opinion, though.

[@entertained...]

me-ow....btw, he wasn't wrong; the 8-series is a status symbol, and like all status symbols, they are owned by douche bags.

[@williamlong2682]

entertainedbyidiots There may be some 8 Series owners who see it that way (as a status symbol), but I’d wager that there are plenty of other 8 Series owners out there that just enjoy the car for themselves and don’t try to show it off. Stereotyping is never indicative of the entire reality of something. And as I said, it doesn’t provide any meaningful substance or tell me anything about the car itself. I came into that video wanting to just learn about the 8 Series, how it drives and how it feels, not to cringe at slandering, demeaning, childish comments about its stereotypical owner demographic. And that doesn’t mean you can’t be critical of the car; just be professional and constructive with your criticism.

[@SymboIik]

my ex girl had this car and although it’s not a big car .. it’s big enough to hop in the back seat

[@moderndayentertainment5812]

Getting that Yaripussy

[@willowandluka5302]

No it’s not

[@davidc8694]

I wanted something dependable & inexpensive. I've owned over 50 different vehicles, & I must say that while I bought it for the price ($12.5k w/31k from Hertz), I'm pleasantly surprised and dare I say, love it. Simple, easy-to-use, comfortable seats (and I'm a big guy), peppy feeling for around town driving, & avg of 34-47 mpg in mixed driving. Yes, I'd like a little quieter cabin & an arm rest, but my last car was $41k & I never figured out half of the tech. For the price, love it--even the exterior styling.

[@BoatsnHelicopters]

The man who cuts corners, spends his life going in circles.

[@Jaml321]

... around the neighbourhood pounding all the wifes while their husbands are out earning the money for the repairs of their new BMWs.

[@pedlpower]

@@Jaml321 👍 Dude, nice 7 Series! (sorry about your penis 🦐)

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Oh I like that one. (:

[@Dowlphin]

I'm kinda not going anywhere because I consider cutting corners madness but everybody's doing it. Going in circles is still more fun than not moving at all, and many people are content with it because they have low standards.

[@brendancarlson1678]

For an entry level car, they did justice to the interior.

[@cynthia-lah]

I had the 2016 Scion iA and the I actually loved it as a starter car. The only thing I couldn't stand was the how the brakes would screech whenever it was wet outside due to humidity or rain. Im not sure if I just got a lemon, but it was really loud and embarrassing. Other than that, I loved it until I upgraded to my rav4

[@just2953]

Even though I always watch the entire video, I really apprciate the time stamps in the description! Great for when I want to rewatch certain prts

[@oneblach]

I wish Corolla looked like that on the inside.

[@andrew.woolman7449]

2020 Corolla interior looks better. I love that floating iPad screen and premium seats.

[@anom3778]

@@andrew.woolman7449 I hate those screens that stick up. I wish it didn't have one at all. I dont need it

[@braetonwilson4296]

@@anom3778 People who own it say it makes it really easy to look at the Waze navigation while driving or deal with music, radio etc. while driving. Toyota placed it there on purpose and it wasn't to annoy you.

[@nilaomugexi]

Simply go for Mazda 3, problems solved !

[@mikedallmeier]

I bought a 2017 used with 18k on it for 12500 as a work car. I’m 6’-4” and 250lbs. Although it’s tight for shoulder space this is one of the best small vehicles I’ve owned. Fun to drive, gets 41mpg, plenty of zip from the engine also. I’d buy another one if I had to but think I’m getting a Mazda 3 next 😉

[@andrewbolivar3040]

Eye of the Beholder Him: looks like a bunion on wheels Me, first impression: finally, an attractive Scion Further impression: I’ve always thought the Mazda2 sedan we don’t get in the States is much more attractive than a hatch. Glad we can now have one available. Current impression: this would definitely be my choice of the cheapest cars. I could live with this and like it. Bunion on wheels, pfff? Good grief. 🙄

[@bcab7955]

This car's a gem, slow car fast with a manual. If I needed a cheap commuter that I can beat on for a decade, this would be it.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

For once, I couldn't wait for the exterior shot sequence to end!

[@Dowlphin]

Some boring car vistas almost make me cry. This just makes me feel numb.

[@justinturner4850]

This is the perfect car for the parent who wants their kid to have a new car for their first car. Safe, warranty, good mpg. I can see how important it is to have something like this.

[@SueBobChicVid]

OMG! The grill! I thought it looked pretty decent from the rear-quarter but then the front. What is Toyota thinking?

[@quacker998]

Great little car! The 6sp MT is excellent! Throwing this very light weight little car around my local back roads is a hoot and more fun than my friends 911 turbo and you probably wont go to jail with that speeding ticket. So much fun I bought 2.

[@spletest8977]

Then subcompact cheap car segment is one of my favorites right now. The new versa, new Yaris hatch, new Chevy spark all have tons of character and good design. If I got the Yaris though I'd get the hatchback and replace the front bumper with the jdm Mazda 2 version which looks so much better.

[@braetonwilson4296]

I've driven the new Spark and it's well built and a hoot to drive! It's so light and small that it feels fast even though it's not!

[@Ads7903]

It’s a Mazda...that’s why it’s decent. The last gen interior is still superior to many automakers. Too bad the designers missed the mark on the front and rear. Great review Mark.

[@alliejr]

The Toyota maw on that beautiful Mazda sheetmetal is an abomination.

[@dam4274]

alliejr I wonder if the fronts are interchangeable.

[@dylanhughes5944]

@@dam4274 I have this car, I want the mazda variant LOL

[@Dowlphin]

Toyota should offer a facial option.

[@Dongzzzzzz]

@@dylanhughes5944 try ordering it lol, as an owner of the Mazda 2, I can tell that you only need to change headlight, foglight and bumper and you are set.

[@golfbuddy1969]

That orange peel effect on the bottom could be because what Toyota does to the steel body before being painted. I remember a couple decades ago at a Toyota training promotion, that Toyota dips those steel body panels into some sort of anticorrosive epoxy before being painted. And that is actually what gives that texture. It used to be present on every single Toyota/Lexus vehicle.

[@jinxtacy]

Thank you for sharing that. I always wanted to repaint the lower section of my MR2 that has that black color, but never knew how to approach removing or replacing that area. I always thought it was in the clearcoat or something. My RX7 had that similar texture, but was body colored. Learn something new everyday especially in common problem areas for northern Japanese cars.

[@rootsmanuva82]

I'm looking forward to the 257 HP GR Corolla. Toyota will finally be back in the hot hatchback game.

[@Drewhasit]

With our luck in the US its gonna be something stupid like a 12 Speed Auto. Still holding out hope though!

[@digitaldoc100]

This Yaris needs a little more engine to be interesting. I think it would have a lot more appeal with the 2.0na from the previous gen Mazda 3, or if they turbocharged the current 1.5 mill. As it stands, about the best aspect is at least it is not another CVT.

[@CarStory]

I have a 2007 Yaris hatchback with manual trans that I bought new when gas prices went to $4 per gallon. I paid $13k. Now has 119k miles, still with original clutch and brake pads. I take to grocery stores and don't care where I park it. It's been a great car and will drive it until it falls apart.

[@COMMANDERFOX31]

In European and many other countries, this car (Mazda2) is considered a family sedan that can fit 5 people on a road trip.

[@Varekai0723]

That's because Europeans (for the most part) eat fairly healthy and get a decent amount of exercise.

[@WarHammer1911A1]

I'd have to somehow get the Mazda 2 parts and change the body over. My friend in Mexico has a Mazda 2, and really likes it. Rather nice looking car too.

[@BearingPhMotoring]

The front end of the Mazda 2 looks way better.

[@pauld8412]

I enjoyed your review! My local Toyota dealer offers an armrest for this car as an option for about $200.

[@RevMatchTrackDays]

The interior looks exactly like the ND Miata

[@callumsykes1307]

Glad they've included a manual transmission option for the US market

[@goodmanmatt]

Genuinely makes me upset that this car is the reason we no longer get the Mazda2 in America. The new Mazda2 is really what the Mazda3 used to be when compared to the 1st and 2nd gen hatchback. Theyre also incredibly fun to drive.

[@nodak81]

The Yaris is a Mazda2. Who cares if it has Toyota badges on it.

[@wigletron2846]

@@nodak81 because, especially used, toyota badges=$$$

[@steve9377]

Because the Mazda2 didn't sell too well in the US. Toyota has a better chance of selling it. They have a much bigger audience.

[@nodak81]

@@wigletron2846 My point was that that epicman158 was whining about the Mazda 2 not being available. Well it is available, it just has Toyota badges on it.

[@rafaelg9016]

@@nodak81Mazda 2 looks better

[@littledovecitydust]

I remember the Yaris starting at 9988 back in 2006.

[@invertedpolarity6890]

I always think of pirates when I see a YAR-is.

[@Dowlphin]

Me never when I see it. Only when I hear it mentioned.

[@deanstyles2567]

Yeah I've always pronounced Yaris similar to Paris.

[@on1774]

In Europe we have a different Yaris that is actually build by Toyota and you can have the GR version with 260 hp 3-cilinder, AWD and 6MT. I'm saving already.

[@afcgeo882]

Fun fact: You can still buy this as a Mazda in Puerto Rico.

[@Tranttdy]

Same in vietnam

[@toushi100]

same in Egypt as the mazda 2

[@cmontes7961]

It looks like a Mazda 3.

[@afcgeo882]

AHMED SALAH No one here cares about Egypt or Vietnam. This channel is about cars in the United States. Puerto Rico is a part of the United States and the fun fact part is that you can’t buy it as a Mazda anywhere else in the country.

[@toushi100]

@@afcgeo882 you cared enough to comment that XD

[@andrewnolan180]

I bought a new 2016 Scion iA for my kids through college. Identical to the 2020 reviewed. Extremely happy with the purchase. When compared to the used car alternatives, I have not had any repairs beyond basic maintenance (and tires at 20,000 miles!). The kids are driving a car with all the latest safety features including navigation. Depreciation has been minimal. There are several advertised nationwide for slightly less than I paid over 4 years ago. The only things I would want in it that it does not have is an armrest, automatic climate control and the button on the door so I don't have to take the key out. I am seriously considering keeping it as my daily driver when the second kid graduates in 3 years.

[@ganazzer1]

Definitely a Mazda 2 Sedan.

[@carbitch9498]

That's exactly what it is lmao

[@kylenelson8417]

Am I the only one that actually really likes the way this car looks?

[@wocbekc7]

rebadged scion ia rebadged mazda

[@lkk1080]

and a BMW Z4

[@carholic-sz3qv]

@@lkk1080 and a subaru..... LOL

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

@@carholic-sz3qv 1) Toyota and Subaru jointly developed the 86 together. Let alone that it was Toyota's idea that Subaru never even wanted anything to do with. 2) Toyota even owns part of Subaru.

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

@@lkk1080 What about the rebadged Yamahas and Lotuses too?

[@VestedUTuber]

@@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947 Rebadged Lotus? Did I miss something?

[@Nosloveingneko]

I really want to see you do a review of the Mitsubishi Mirage. Id love to see your take on that thing. Lightest car you can buy these days lol

[@stephendibari5010]

Definitely is a great option for basic transportation!

[@stevenbaksh5545]

I actually like the look of it

[@yurongjiang7125]

the opening music is so fitting to this car lol

[@Elgranchampion1]

I'm 5'11" and I fit comfortably in this car. I disagree about the styling because I bought this car BECAUSE of the styling. The shark mouth is something you'd never seen in an economy car before. I bought it because it's a Mazda 2 which means it's fun to drive (handles very well), and I have the manual because it was the only car I could find with a manual and sat-nav. It's not noisy, like you say because I can have a phone convo with no issues, most people can't even tell I'm in the car! And my previous car was a BMW M3 which was WAY noisier. The size is perfect for those of us who live in a densely populated area where parking is at a premium, and we can afford expensive cars but choose not to. In other words, I don't agree with most of your review, and I've had my car since January 2016 (yes, it's a Scion iA, essentially the exact same car) and it has over 20K miles. Good effort, though.

[@moneyparhar]

I have 2017 model. Got it end of 2018. $14k put of door with auto. I daily drive it to work. Good on gas and its mazda so better driving than any Toyota. Drive 2005 911 for fun weekend car.

[@shinrips]

I paid $17K on my Corolla SE and it was a loaner w/ 6k miles. Still had the new car smell. Very happy with my purchase. Not sure if it was a mistake but the salesman got let go by the dealership. I was the salesman's P.E. Teacher. Love my car. Detail it often.

[@MarktheRude]

I kinda hope that Yaris GR keeps the simplicity. Haven't checked all that much about that car though.

[@LorenzoClara97]

I placed the preorder (I'm from Italy) It will not arrive to Us.. maybe corolla gr next year

[@Fluffy65]

As an owner, I'll mention a couple things. First off, the manual transmission version is a hoot to thrash everyday on my way to work, without going to jail for speeding. Which brings me to the next point, which is the real-world fuel economy is also laughable, as I can easily get 43-50 mpg on the highway. Lastly, I wanted, and waited for, the hatch to finally get here in 2019, and aside from the lack of a manual, the real deal-breaker was the hatch actually has significantly LESS cargo space than the sedan.

[@edgaryzen4925]

Excellent point. It just amazes me that the trunk space is a bit bigger than the Mazda 3. It right behind the other mid size sedans ie Corolla and Civic which would cost extra $ these days. Too expensive to buy a mainstream vehicle but not too bad price wise on the subcompact car in used condition. It the MT that make it harder to find the right one for the right price :(

[@Fluffy65]

@@edgaryzen4925 If you haven't found one yet, keep looking and hold out to find one with the manual. It's sooo worth it!

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@Fluffy65 I believed you and will take your words for it. Did you get it brand new at the time of sale? I'll be envious if so.

[@Fluffy65]

@@edgaryzen4925 I leased the manual SCION iA in 2016, kept for 34,000 miles, then turned it in and bought a new 2019 Yaris LE. I wanted the XLE, but that also isn't sold in manual. Zero regrets either way.

[@migy5031]

The Toyota Yaris is basically the polar opposite of the BMW 840i. And Marc fully understands that.

[@sojiogungbesan5547]

The soundtrack selection is truly inspired, fits the car to a T.