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Toyota Yaris I (facelift 2003) 5-door TS 1.5 Turbo (150 Hp)
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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 196 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1012 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 205 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.
TS 1.5 Turbo (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A true hot hatch, delivering exhilarating acceleration and impressive top speed for a Yaris. Transforms the car's character completely.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance, but still reasonable for a turbocharged hot hatch of its power output.
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): | TS 1.5 Turbo (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [45mm more] |
| Torque: | 196 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1NZ-FE Turbo More details about the engine 1NZ-FE Turbo |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 151.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 198 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 990-1035 |
| Max. weight: | 1410 |
| Max load: | 375-420 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 205 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3660 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2370 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1445 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 105 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 13.8° |
| Departure angle: | 43.9° |
| 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, 255 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 269 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/45 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Coil spring, Torsion |
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