Toyota unveils 2016 Scion/Yaris
On the eve of the opening media day of the New York Auto Show, Toyota Canada revealed the 2016 Yaris sedan that will go on sale in the fall.
Dubbed the Scion iA in the U.S. it is designed to appeal to young people who need a little more practicality, but still want engaging styling and outstanding driving dynamics.
Both vehicles represent the evolution of Scion and mark powerful momentum for the brand. On the eve of the New Show Canadian autojournalists also saw the Scion iM is a fivedoor hatchback that combines maximum versatility with a sporty design and a fun-to-drive experience.
The Yaris trunk is spacious and made even more versatile thanks to a standard 60/40 split folding rear seat.
The new Yaris features a 106 hp, 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine. The Yaris Sedan is offered with a choice of compact and lightweight six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions.
The manual transmission features a short stroke for quick shifting while the available automatic transmission with lockup torque converter delivers a direct-shift feel and impressive efficiency, plus a Sport Mode feature that boosts torque for more spirited driving.
Up front on the Yaris, the bold new face of Yaris features sharpeyed headlights and a hexagon lower grille, while a spacious trunk gives the rear a distinctive look.
Premium details abound from the piano black bumpers, to the chrome grille surround and tailpipe, to the power-adjustable heated exterior mirrors, to the keyless entry offered as standard on all models.
Steering wheel mounted switches put audio and Bluetooth controls within easy reach, while the available Display Audio System features a seven-inch touch screen, six speakers, two USB audio inputs, and an Auxiliary audio jack.
Available amenities include an upgraded multimedia system with voice recognition controls and a back-up camera.
The Yaris Sedan is standard equipped with an impressive list of features – including cruise control, power windows and power door locks – all set off with chrome accents and the softtouch trim and surfaces one expects from a premium sport sedan.