TOYOTA YARIS 2017 FIRST LOOK

TOYOTA YARIS 2017 FIRST LOOK BY AUTO CRITIC STEVE HAMMES

Toyota is making their trio of driver of driver assist technologies standard on nearly all models, the latest of which is the 2017 Yaris – the brand’s least expensive offering. Called Toyota Safety Sense C, it includes a Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert and Automatic High Beams.

The Yaris is the first subcompact in the segment to standardize these safety features across all grades.  Offered in both 3- and 5-door body styles, the Yaris’s Euro look is backed with Euro agility, stocked with a 106 horsepower 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, a sport-tuned suspension and a standard 5-speed manual transmission.

A 4-speed auto is an option.  It’s tiny footprint and ultra-short overhangs provide a class-leading turning circle while at the same time packing cargo volume similar to a midsize sedan.  The Yaris three- and five-door models come in L and LE grades, and five-door also offers the sporty SE grade.

In all Yaris models, the standard Entune Audio system includes a 6.1-inch touch screen, six speakers, HD Radio, aux-in jack, USB port with iPod^® connectivity and control, hands-free phone capability, voice recognition, and music streaming via Bluetooth. A navigation system is an available port- or dealer-installed option.

Pricing starts at $16,115 including destination.