Toyota recently unveiled the 2015 Yaris in the United States that’s received “a bold new look with a distinct European flavour,” as mentioned by the automaker.
On looks alone, the 2015 Yaris now receives an aggressive new look with a horizontal chrome grill treatment that appears to continue right into the headlamp. A larger, bolder grille opening gives this car just the right touch of “attitude” in its look.
In the States, the 2015 Toyota Yaris will be powered by a 1.5-litre, 16-valve, 4-cylinder DOHC engine equipped with variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) that produces 106hp and 139Nm of torque paired to a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed automatic transmission.
The suspension has been retuned to provide a more rigid body structure, while additional sound insulation and attention to aerodynamic details all help to give the 2015 Yaris a smooth, dynamic and quieter ride. In terms of safety, the Yaris comes equipped with 9 standard SRS airbags, including curtain shield airbags and front seat cushion airbags.
The Yaris comes in base L, premium LE and sporty SE models, each a single-spec trim that eliminates option packages. Standard features on the L grade include air conditioning, 60/40 split fold-down rear seat, new, quick ratio, sport-tuned Electric Power Steering with power-assisted rack-and-pinion, power windows with driver’s side auto down, three-spoke tilt steering wheel, power door locks, Daytime Running Lights, and 15-inch wheels with wheel covers.
The Yaris LE adds the convenience of cruise control, power mirrors, steering wheel audio controls silver/metallic interior accents and remote keyless entry with an engine immobilizer. The LE rides in style on 15-inch alloy wheels.
The SE package turns the Yaris into an urban-cool sporty ride, with projector headlamps and LED daytime running lights, integrated fog lamps, rear spoiler and special gloss black with machine-surfaced 16-inch alloy wheels. The SE adds a sport-tuned suspension, now with a solid stabilizer bar, and four-wheel disc brakes that are one-inch larger in the front.
Inside, the SE is equipped with a leather-trimmed tilt three-spoke steering wheel and shift knob, sport meter and tachometer. The SE has its own unique sport fabric and includes gloss black accents throughout.
All Yaris models get Entune Audio with a 6.1-inch touch screen, an AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, 6 speakers, HD Radio with iTunes Tagging, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod connectivity and control, hands-free phone capability, voice recognition, and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology.
For the first time in a Yaris, a navigation system is available as a dealer-installed option.
