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Toyota Yaris I (facelift 2003) 5-door 1.0 VVT-i (65 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Yaris:
The Toyota Yaris is a supermini/subcompact car sold by Toyota since 1999, replacing the Starlet and Tercel.
Up to 2019, Toyota had used the Yaris nameplate on export versions of various Japanese-market models, with some markets receiving the same vehicles under the Toyota Echo name through 2005. Starting in 2020, the Yaris nameplate began to be used in Japan, which replaced the Vitz nameplate.
The Yaris nameplate has also been applied to other vehicles. From 1999 to 2005, the nameplate had been used for the Yaris Verso mini MPV sold in Europe, where it was known in Japan as the FunCargo. Since 2020, the nameplate has also been used for the subcompact crossover SUV offering called Yaris Cross. In North America, most Yaris sedan models sold from 2015 to 2020 and Yaris hatchbacks sold from 2019 until 2020 were restyled versions of the Mazda2, produced and developed by Mazda....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2003) 5-door Overview:
Toyota Yaris (I (facelift 2003) 5-door). With 90 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.8 l/100km). Weighing only 932 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.6 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 VVT-i (65 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving with its light weight, but struggles at higher speeds or with a full load. Best suited for urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, particularly in city conditions, contributing to low running costs and making it an economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in city
- • Good fuel economy across most engines
- • Practical interior with sliding rear seats
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials
- • Limited luggage space with rear seats up
- • Some engines lack highway power
- • Automated manual (MMT) can be clunky
- • Dated safety features compared to newer cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (3-door): 2001 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Yaris |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2003) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 VVT-i (65 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 65 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.1 Hp/l [25mm more] |
| Torque: | 90 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1SZ-FE More details about the engine 1SZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 69 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 66.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.7 kg/Hp, 73 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 101.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 890-975 |
| Max. weight: | 1370 |
| Max load: | 395-480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 950 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 205 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 650 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3640 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2370 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1440-1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420-1430 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 235 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13; 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 13; 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Coil spring, Torsion |
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