I don't get why ppl look down on a reliable car like this and buy European ''luxury'' cars with comments like ''oh the plastics are hard''... so what, are you gonna rub yourself on the plastic??. For European cars the running costs are huge, in 5 years all the luxury features will look irrelevant anyway and the reliability is sketchy to say the least... The only reason imo to choose a luxury car over this is if you can put it in expenses, leasing etc. and have tax benefits
I agree, Europeans can keep their namby pamby luxury motors I'd much rather have a reliable motor that will give me many great year's of cheap motoring not ending up broken down on the road side or incurring expensive garage costs.
Honestly bought one of these pick it up next week- safe starter family car, more efficient on petrol when you live in the city with EV mode. As a first time mum, I can tell anyone exposed Isofix is still hard to come by- we were looking between this and a Ford Puma and that was a big hitter for us, I don’t wanna search my hand in the seat to find the isofix points. Safety rating is amazing AND Toyotas are known for their reliability. Between the two, for me was a no brainier. My husband however wanted that manual, petrolhead feel of the Puma… once I explained the extra safety benefits and efficiency of the Yaris Cross he agreed that we would be better off becoming first time parents in this then the Puma which I think would work better for us in 5/6 years time. I loved driving this car- I took it out for test drives multiple times before buying it, so easy to drive, the hybrid functions are easy to understand and I don’t care if people say I’m boring driving it. I’m a 28 year old first time mum 🤷🏼♀️ it suits my life.
East Asian nations have overtaken the USA and Europe in industries such as vehicles manufacturing, electronics, etc. The only industry the USA dominates now is weapons manufacturing. That's they their economic strategy these days is to create WW3.
There are people that want a fun car to not chug down fuel. There’s *dozens* of us ;) So I don’t think it’s irrelevant, and I’m glad Toyota is making efforts to make hybrids fun to drive.
I think it looks well. It ticks all the right boxes for me, good fuel economy, good amount of space inside, lots of standard equipment and it looks really well. Those alloy wheels look class and the interior is good, it’s well built, it’s not going to break and that’s the main thing.
First time finding your channel. Like the style, still has the personal touch and 'blair witch' camera style that so many other UA-camrs lose when they get bigger and become super polished but then all look the same. Subscribed! 😁
A lot of journalists get the CVT in Toyota’s hybrids wrong. Part of it is Toyota’s fault for having CVT in the name (they try to differentiate by calling it eCVT). But it’s just a single planetary gear set to tie the engine and motors together. No changing gears or CVT pulleys+belt. Just the motor changing speed to force the engine into the required rpm. It’s much simpler than a conventional transmission and therefore very robust and reliable.
Yeah, they need to do research on that before doing the videos, in no way Toyota hybrids use a conventional and unreliable CVT, the design Toyota uses in their hybrids is far superior in every single way.
The Toyota eCVT is the best CVT ive ever used. I am a big fan of CVTs, I have a Subaru Outback which is fantastic but its nowhere near as smooth as the Toyota with having the steel belt, although its pretty impressive all the same, I have no hesitancy and it accelerates quickly. Perhaps Subaru will upgrade their system eventually though, who knows.
@@oddities-whatnot No other car transaxle / transmission technology comes even close to what Toyota uses in their hybrids, the Toyota eCVT only has 2 electric motors and a planetary gear set, very simple, very robust, very efficient and super reliable.
@@hedgehogthesonic3181 And the other things it does not have is any kind of rubber belt, or any separate starter motor or low voltage alternator. The engine in my 2017 Yaris hybrid uses a chain drive for it’s camshafts. I thinks it’s a mechanically robust system - as long as the electronics works reliably. So far, so good.
Most of these professional car reviewers all fail to tell the difference or get their information correct when it comes to eCVT or a conventional CVT, which is just annoying.
I like the growl of the engine I am picking my knew Cross up on Monday after 2hr loan so I loved it I have 4 Yaris hybrid I cannot wait to get behind my new wheels yeeehaaah
I drive a Toyota Rav4 that noice of the engine is something taht you never hear when you drive the hybrid way, relax and cool, with the flow with respect for the speedlimit.
Can’t believe I’ve only just come across your channel 😮… your video review was really good… much better than others I’ve watched. I’m thinking now that this Yaris Cross is a good one for me 😀
Test drove this twice and it’s a very good car with great fuel economy also, the optional City Pack and Panoramic Roof are reasonably priced however, in the end, I chose an automatic Ford Puma ST Line X mainly for a little bit more passenger space, the smoother ride and more fun to drive IMO 👍 Wasn’t a fan of the split boot floor compared to Puma and getting in and out of rear seats was just too awkward, still worth consideration though and apparently Toyota offer a 10 year warranty if you continue to service with them.........Great review 👏
I like the yaris cross, just wish they would give the AWD option on the lower spec models. Also the two AWD models you dont get much option on the colour of the paint.
Good honest review - keep it up as it ticks all the boxes. One suggestion is camera movement which is a bit rapid, I am not sure what it is but I assume you tend to film as you see it; however, on screen it comes over as too fast in the movement. The Luxury Travel Expert on YT has iPhone filming off to an art as he recognises this and camera movement reflects the audience, not his eyes ability to take it in and film. Just trying to help so you can enhance your already good reviews!
Nice review ! Good comparisons too ! Had it been a 4-cylinder engine, the noise would have been less. The one-and-a-half exhaust pulses per revolution is noisier then two exhaust pulses per revolution, as in the case of the 4-cylinder engine.. While this does not matter in a GR Yaris, it makes the difference in a commuter vehicle. Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.
Toyota beats every single car model in its class just because of their unique hybrid system that no one else has come close to. , basically there might be better looking, better handling, faster and quieter than this car but there is no better hybrid than Toyota, actually it’s the only hybrids that make sense buying.
I totally agree if I was to buy a Hybrid then I would only buy a Toyota. I'm not really fan of Electric cars as I don't think the technology is quite their yet. This Yaris ticks a lot of boxes for me as a second car, even found a good lease deal for under £190 a month.
What? Ford's hybrid system in the Puma is better. It produces 39 more HP on a 1.0L engine. Toyota cars are overrated in every segment, they are mediocre at best.
@@paoksaloniki7456 Yes, can't wait to move to Toyota. Toyota has all the extras for less money and with an excellent quallity. In the past owned a Toyota Corolla and moved to an Audi A1. Still regret it.
This or a Vitara? My other half wants a new car and is very fond of the Vitara, but I have my doubts as its basically a ten year old model now, tho it is very well equipped. We have 3 big dogs, 25-35 kg each and need something they can fit in with the seats down, will go have a look at these two models soon to assess. I'd like to convince her to get a bigger suv or estate but dont think I'll win that one.
I was between opting for the Yaris Cross or the Puma. I ended up ordering the Puma because the Ford dealer offered me a better deal for PCP and the insurance broker gave me a noticeable lower quote for the Puma. Oh and the Puma is a far better looking car.
I might get this for my wife, importantly it's the right size for her, and she hates having to think about things like plugging in a car, which is a shame since I get 125 mpg from my plug-in car. On a run out the lowest I've ever had was 75 mpg, so this Yaris Cross having a claimed 62 mpg makes me think it could be so much better with a cable. If only they could fit the technology into a smaller car than a Prius.
My only gripe is that there isn't a center armrest, practically when you are carrying passengers it usually 2 or 3 more persons. The middle section is a temporary seat anyways so it doesn't have to be super comfortable.
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Congratulations on the review! I wonder if the off-road capability of the car is worth making someone buy it with four-wheel drive or is the two-wheeled version preferable.
The type of UK buyer whom might look at a Ford Puma wouldn't even look at a Toyota. It wouldn't be a brand which they would think about. You see very few Toyotas in the Top 10 best sellers in the UK.
That’s because Ford owners tend to be blinkered and set in their ways unfortunately. If only these types opened their minds and actually tried alternative brands, then they’d be very surprised!
It's a pity you can't spec it with an electric tilt and slide sunroof like the Ford Puma.....you can get a panoramic sunroof but it doesn't open so that's completely pointless....
@@CathodeRayNipplez This car might be reliable and dependable, but is’s a bit bigger and heavier for little to no apparent benefit, plus seems to make a lot of noise for very little action! Tim casts such a positive light on this, that I can see how you’d think your suggested sideline might be a good idea 🤓
28+K for the top trim...of a Yaris? It's a jacked up supermini. For that kind of dosh you can get a mid to high trim spec of a car in the next size up. Bit of a tough sell that.
As someone who has gone from sliding sideways into a yeti, and now has to lower oneself into an octavia (yes I know how to live in the fast Lane) I bet lots of people will by this, re the teenage son, beware oh sexist one my teenage son hasn’t bothered with driving lessons and is more interested in farm machinery oh and girls a fab mix, my now early 20’s daughter however passed at 17 and drives like an absolute loon I wouldn’t lend her my bike never mind my car. But she now has a better one than me now anyway.
Self charging hybrids are a con, no reason why you wouldn't get the same fuel economy from a straight ICE car with a1.5ltr engine without the additional weight of the batteries and electric motor. Why are they banned in Norway?
How is it on bumpy, potholed country roads? My parents have a 2013 Rav4, which has feckin awful suspension. Bangs you about all over the place, and they're looking for something more comfortable, but still with high seating.
@@feldons5621 The Puma Hybrid is 155bhp. No ive driven the new Yaris which was decent but fun wise the Fiesta/Puma is far more playful. The Yaris cross wont be as good to drive as the Yaris like the Puma just aint quite as fun as the Fiesta I was actually surprised how close the Puma feels to the Fiesta.
Considering Toyota have had time to see what was on the market, this vehicle seems to me to be a let down and why would anyone buy it? Over 25 thousand pounds for this ? - No chance.
This car looks good and trendy from the outside and I like that a lot, but move inside and its plasticky and cheap with door handles that look and feel like they were made from recycled coffee cups only more fragile and nastier, and how you managed to squeeze yourself into the rear seats I will never know as the doors open wide enough for a toddler to get in and out of at best, not to mention the fact that its noisy and not that wonderfull on the old petroleum, get yourself a new Honda HRV and revel in its luxury compared to one of these, couple of grand more I know, but worth every penny, that's what I did!
True, but the thing is people who buy these cars don’t want bigger - it’s very much a conscious decision to get a small car, whether it’s for space or confidence reasons!
Good nonsense, and all that jazz. I've got a Yaris (did I ever mention that?), and it has made me realise that Japanese cars can be very good. I'm now looking forward to the GR86. In other news, I did a road trip in my F-Type to Portmeiron and I now forgive you a little; it's a great GT car.
@@jdmguy44 Yes, I've only just realised. I've been driving German cars, which are also very good. I bought my first Japanese car recently, a GR Yaris, and like most people, think it's very good. I suspect you've owned many cool JDM cars, probably.
Do the seats still feel like the normal Toyota seats? Because, for whatever the reason, Toyota seats hit my (admittedly surgical repaired spine) in all the wrong places, and any test drive of the Make leave me in a decent amount of pain within the first 5 minutes.
Looks a decent modern car although I would avoid the pretentious front wheel drive version. Off road looks but no capability, I cannot abide by this trend.
Disappointed to see it is made in France. This will Not be as reliable as the Japanese built Toyotas. I know from experience that the Mexican built Honda HRV is poor quality
I thought this was going to be my next car, major disapointment, even the top of the range is rubbish imagine a mid range model, really really poor, its basically for older people.
While this is by no means the ugliest Toyota currently available (Rav 4 anyone?) it has to be said that their design department could really do with some new blood. After buying several Toyotas over the years and being delighted with their reliability, I eventually gave up after taking delivery of a Yaris a few years back - a visual and ergonomic nightmare. If a smaller company like Mazda can consistently come up with gorgeous designs, why can’t Toyota?
@@anthonydeas2173 all wana know is do you have to touch the brake or simply lift off..i can't get a straight answer..none of the road tester tell you !
Nice review but what has dictators got to do in a car review?. I don't like the guy but it's also not nice to insult any leader whether you like them or not.
In USA this would be a shopping trolley on steroids If I want to be charitable , they have golf carts on steroids, better then this at the Major Golf courses
The Yaris is one of the most overrated cars in its segment. And it is actually pretty mediocre, aside from the rumor that supposedly they are reliable. The cross version is no different. I don't see why someone wouldn't get a Ford Puma over this. Or Renault Captur, Peugeut 2008, so many B-Suvs are just better than this. Toyota is such a dissappointing company these days. They are just riding their reputation and milk their fanboys, they are literally the Nintendo of cars.
all the models you refer to in greece cost more.....considerably more than the Yaris cross if comparing apples to apples (hybrid and automatic gear...etc) making the Yaris value for money compared to all -B-suvs offered in the greek market....
Well we've got a 2014 normal Yaris Hybrid and it is sensational. Not a single fault. 70mpg and what other small automatic can do 58mpg on a 3 mile run in winter from a cold start !!! None! By the way many people have these because it is automatic - Puma don't make an automatic !! I have a new Renault Captur Auto - nice car but doesn't drive as well as Yaris. I'm surprised he didn't mention the hybrid version of the Captur - it is this cars most direct competitor.
I don't get why ppl look down on a reliable car like this and buy European ''luxury'' cars with comments like ''oh the plastics are hard''... so what, are you gonna rub yourself on the plastic??. For European cars the running costs are huge, in 5 years all the luxury features will look irrelevant anyway and the reliability is sketchy to say the least... The only reason imo to choose a luxury car over this is if you can put it in expenses, leasing etc. and have tax benefits
I agree, Europeans can keep their namby pamby luxury motors I'd much rather have a reliable motor that will give me many great year's of cheap motoring not ending up broken down on the road side or incurring expensive garage costs.
Honestly bought one of these pick it up next week- safe starter family car, more efficient on petrol when you live in the city with EV mode.
As a first time mum, I can tell anyone exposed Isofix is still hard to come by- we were looking between this and a Ford Puma and that was a big hitter for us, I don’t wanna search my hand in the seat to find the isofix points.
Safety rating is amazing AND Toyotas are known for their reliability.
Between the two, for me was a no brainier. My husband however wanted that manual, petrolhead feel of the Puma… once I explained the extra safety benefits and efficiency of the Yaris Cross he agreed that we would be better off becoming first time parents in this then the Puma which I think would work better for us in 5/6 years time. I loved driving this car- I took it out for test drives multiple times before buying it, so easy to drive, the hybrid functions are easy to understand and I don’t care if people say I’m boring driving it. I’m a 28 year old first time mum 🤷🏼♀️ it suits my life.
East Asian nations have overtaken the USA and Europe in industries such as vehicles manufacturing, electronics, etc. The only industry the USA dominates now is weapons manufacturing. That's they their economic strategy these days is to create WW3.
There are people that want a fun car to not chug down fuel. There’s *dozens* of us ;)
So I don’t think it’s irrelevant, and I’m glad Toyota is making efforts to make hybrids fun to drive.
I think it looks well. It ticks all the right boxes for me, good fuel economy, good amount of space inside, lots of standard equipment and it looks really well. Those alloy wheels look class and the interior is good, it’s well built, it’s not going to break and that’s the main thing.
All this combined with the fact that you can have a 10 year/185000km warranty on this makes it hard to consider most alternatives.
First time finding your channel. Like the style, still has the personal touch and 'blair witch' camera style that so many other UA-camrs lose when they get bigger and become super polished but then all look the same.
Subscribed! 😁
Thanks Josh, appreciate it! Blair Witch made me laugh 😂
A lot of journalists get the CVT in Toyota’s hybrids wrong. Part of it is Toyota’s fault for having CVT in the name (they try to differentiate by calling it eCVT). But it’s just a single planetary gear set to tie the engine and motors together. No changing gears or CVT pulleys+belt. Just the motor changing speed to force the engine into the required rpm. It’s much simpler than a conventional transmission and therefore very robust and reliable.
Yeah, they need to do research on that before doing the videos, in no way Toyota hybrids use a conventional and unreliable CVT, the design Toyota uses in their hybrids is far superior in every single way.
The Toyota eCVT is the best CVT ive ever used. I am a big fan of CVTs, I have a Subaru Outback which is fantastic but its nowhere near as smooth as the Toyota with having the steel belt, although its pretty impressive all the same, I have no hesitancy and it accelerates quickly. Perhaps Subaru will upgrade their system eventually though, who knows.
@@oddities-whatnot No other car transaxle / transmission technology comes even close to what Toyota uses in their hybrids, the Toyota eCVT only has 2 electric motors and a planetary gear set, very simple, very robust, very efficient and super reliable.
@@hedgehogthesonic3181 And the other things it does not have is any kind of rubber belt, or any separate starter motor or low voltage alternator. The engine in my 2017 Yaris hybrid uses a chain drive for it’s camshafts. I thinks it’s a mechanically robust system - as long as the electronics works reliably. So far, so good.
Most of these professional car reviewers all fail to tell the difference or get their information correct when it comes to eCVT or a conventional CVT, which is just annoying.
I like the growl of the engine I am picking my knew Cross up on Monday after 2hr loan so I loved it I have 4 Yaris hybrid I cannot wait to get behind my new wheels yeeehaaah
why am I just coming across this channel in 2021??? an awesome review, just subscribed!
I drive a Toyota Rav4 that noice of the engine is something taht you never hear when you drive the hybrid way, relax and cool, with the flow with respect for the speedlimit.
My aunts 05 Yaris 1.3 gets about 40-45 mpg. That’s 16 years ago.
Can’t believe I’ve only just come across your channel 😮… your video review was really good… much better than others I’ve watched. I’m thinking now that this Yaris Cross is a good one for me 😀
Hospital floor door cladding 😅 - brilliant review as always. Like it.
A lot better than UK made cars, which last a week
Test drove this twice and it’s a very good car with great fuel economy also, the optional City Pack and Panoramic Roof are reasonably priced however, in the end, I chose an automatic Ford Puma ST Line X mainly for a little bit more passenger space, the smoother ride and more fun to drive IMO 👍
Wasn’t a fan of the split boot floor compared to Puma and getting in and out of rear seats was just too awkward, still worth consideration though and apparently Toyota offer a 10 year warranty if you continue to service with them.........Great review 👏
Love this review. Cannot wait to get mine. 🥳 You’ve gained a new subscriber!
I like the yaris cross, just wish they would give the AWD option on the lower spec models. Also the two AWD models you dont get much option on the colour of the paint.
Wonderful review. I have a hybrid 2015 Auris and this is a good hybrid SUV proposition. Thank you for a great review.
Thanks for watching!
Good honest review - keep it up as it ticks all the boxes. One suggestion is camera movement which is a bit rapid, I am not sure what it is but I assume you tend to film as you see it; however, on screen it comes over as too fast in the movement. The Luxury Travel Expert on YT has iPhone filming off to an art as he recognises this and camera movement reflects the audience, not his eyes ability to take it in and film. Just trying to help so you can enhance your already good reviews!
Thanks Tim for an honest, down-to-Earth review.
Great review! We get ours in October ! Another brilliant Toyota !
How long did it take to arrive? When did you order it?
Fantastic review. The best one I have seen in UA-cam yet for this crossover, so thankyou so much 😀
Looks great, saves fuel, higher than a sedan, and great for the urban/city dwellers!!!
Thanks Tim. Brilliant review. It's persuaded me to buy one. Great all round car
Thanks Jeremy! Let us know how you get on
Nice review ! Good comparisons too !
Had it been a 4-cylinder engine, the noise would have been less. The one-and-a-half exhaust pulses per revolution is noisier then two exhaust pulses per revolution, as in the case of the 4-cylinder engine..
While this does not matter in a GR Yaris, it makes the difference in a commuter vehicle.
Trinidad & Tobago.
West Indies.
Hybrid? What's the battery size ... what's the EV only range?
Toyota beats every single car model in its class just because of their unique hybrid system that no one else has come close to. , basically there might be better looking, better handling, faster and quieter than this car but there is no better hybrid than Toyota, actually it’s the only hybrids that make sense buying.
A 100% gasoline driven hybrid, yeah, no...
I totally agree if I was to buy a Hybrid then I would only buy a Toyota. I'm not really fan of Electric cars as I don't think the technology is quite their yet. This Yaris ticks a lot of boxes for me as a second car, even found a good lease deal for under £190 a month.
What? Ford's hybrid system in the Puma is better. It produces 39 more HP on a 1.0L engine. Toyota cars are overrated in every segment, they are mediocre at best.
@@ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία Puma is not even a real hybrid.
Agree !@@skavcic
Spot on and with the reliability of Yoda this will be a hit
A hit this will be?
Just bought one today :) sadly have to wait until early next year to be delivered, replacing my "oldfashioned" Audi Q2 ;)
are you ready to move from Audi to Toyota?
@@paoksaloniki7456 Yes, can't wait to move to Toyota. Toyota has all the extras for less money and with an excellent quallity. In the past owned a Toyota Corolla and moved to an Audi A1. Still regret it.
@@gerardknops5699Good choice, this Toyota will keep running long after any Audi has died.
This or a Vitara? My other half wants a new car and is very fond of the Vitara, but I have my doubts as its basically a ten year old model now, tho it is very well equipped.
We have 3 big dogs, 25-35 kg each and need something they can fit in with the seats down, will go have a look at these two models soon to assess. I'd like to convince her to get a bigger suv or estate but dont think I'll win that one.
The new updated 2024 Yaris cross is class . It's a totally quieter and smoother car to drive than the older model
I was between opting for the Yaris Cross or the Puma. I ended up ordering the Puma because the Ford dealer offered me a better deal for PCP and the insurance broker gave me a noticeable lower quote for the Puma.
Oh and the Puma is a far better looking car.
Just from the thumbnail, I would have accepted that this would be a review on the Yaris Cross. 😉
Love the Murakami t shirt! and the review of course.
would it be quieter with an ordinary auto gearbox rather than CVT
I might get this for my wife, importantly it's the right size for her, and she hates having to think about things like plugging in a car, which is a shame since I get 125 mpg from my plug-in car. On a run out the lowest I've ever had was 75 mpg, so this Yaris Cross having a claimed 62 mpg makes me think it could be so much better with a cable. If only they could fit the technology into a smaller car than a Prius.
What car is giving you 125mpg combined and 75mpg on low battery ?
@@abdulahmed4029 BMW 330e
My only gripe is that there isn't a center armrest, practically when you are carrying passengers it usually 2 or 3 more persons. The middle section is a temporary seat anyways so it doesn't have to be super comfortable.
I did not the interjection of his sense of humor. I like it. Much entertained here thank you! Yaris Cross....hope we get here in the ph
RAV4 + yaris + lexus UX = yaris Cross 👌👍🔝
Ormai i canali youtube che recensiscono auto sono tutta pubblicita'. Piu' sono grandi , piu' soldi prendono per recensire un auto. Poca imparzialita' e non parlano dei difetti delle auto , siamo finiti peggio dei tempi in cui si leggevano le riviste su carta. Per fortuna ogni tanto ti imbatti in un canale che parla anche dei difetti dei modelli che si provano. Grazie per i tuoi video e Good Job!!! .
Wish this comes to Canada soon! European-designed Yaris last forever!
Excellent review. I’ve tested one of these and agree with the comments.
Congratulations on the review!
I wonder if the off-road capability of the car is worth making someone buy it with four-wheel drive or is the two-wheeled version preferable.
Off road capability you meant shopping mall parking & school drop offs 🤣😂 and parking on foot.path. ridiculous.
28k car with no USB for rear occupants no wonder Korean cars are more popular nowadays than Japanese.
The type of UK buyer whom might look at a Ford Puma wouldn't even look at a Toyota. It wouldn't be a brand which they would think about. You see very few Toyotas in the Top 10 best sellers in the UK.
That’s because Ford owners tend to be blinkered and set in their ways unfortunately.
If only these types opened their minds and actually tried alternative brands, then they’d be very surprised!
It's a pity you can't spec it with an electric tilt and slide sunroof like the Ford Puma.....you can get a panoramic sunroof but it doesn't open so that's completely pointless....
That looks more beautiful than the rav4
I like the Yaris Cross I have just test driven a new one I am hoping to buy. It is very easy to manager. I rather like 👍 😕 😐 😒
TRDS has such a positive outlook 🤓
Perhaps my Mum would like this..
I want Tim to do my online dating profile. Put his spin on my dull boring life and make me sound better.
@@CathodeRayNipplez
This car might be reliable and dependable, but is’s a bit bigger and heavier for little to no apparent benefit, plus seems to make a lot of noise for very little action!
Tim casts such a positive light on this, that I can see how you’d think your suggested sideline might be a good idea 🤓
28+K for the top trim...of a Yaris? It's a jacked up supermini. For that kind of dosh you can get a mid to high trim spec of a car in the next size up. Bit of a tough sell that.
How about the suspension in the 4x2? , less expensive.
Great and informative review Tim, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it
Buddy of mine actually has a theory that toyota makes the engines noisy on purpose to force people driving slower :D
Prices start a lot lower in New Zealand, not sure why
As someone who has gone from sliding sideways into a yeti, and now has to lower oneself into an octavia (yes I know how to live in the fast Lane) I bet lots of people will by this, re the teenage son, beware oh sexist one my teenage son hasn’t bothered with driving lessons and is more interested in farm machinery oh and girls a fab mix, my now early 20’s daughter however passed at 17 and drives like an absolute loon I wouldn’t lend her my bike never mind my car. But she now has a better one than me now anyway.
Thanks gentleman, nice review
Self charging hybrids are a con, no reason why you wouldn't get the same fuel economy from a straight ICE car with a1.5ltr engine without the additional weight of the batteries and electric motor. Why are they banned in Norway?
Can’t wait for the Camry Cross, 86 Cross, Supra Cross, and Prius Cross.
Toyota has a cross to bear.
Is this combine with AWD drivetrain?
How is it on bumpy, potholed country roads? My parents have a 2013 Rav4, which has feckin awful suspension. Bangs you about all over the place, and they're looking for something more comfortable, but still with high seating.
Dont think the Puma has anything to worry about.
Puma looks good but beware of the 1.0 ecoboost engine and the fact it is not a proper hybrid?
Other than its dullness and limited reliability!
@@feldons5621 155bhp is plenty for a small car. The Yaris is what 113bhp? Too little for seasoned drivers but great for a first car.
@@flaw3dgenius222 Have you driven a Yaris Cross? The Puma 1.0 is 123 BHP: The 1.5 litre Yaris Hybrid is 114 bhp but its smooth and quick.
@@feldons5621 The Puma Hybrid is 155bhp. No ive driven the new Yaris which was decent but fun wise the Fiesta/Puma is far more playful. The Yaris cross wont be as good to drive as the Yaris like the Puma just aint quite as fun as the Fiesta
I was actually surprised how close the Puma feels to the Fiesta.
Fantastic review
Very good review, thank you. But I hope you are not deliberately emulating the style of delivery of Jeremy Clarkson.😞
Nope, this is just me
Hi, does it have electric seats? the Toyota website does not mention it at all.
Considering Toyota have had time to see what was on the market, this vehicle seems to me to be a let down and why would anyone buy it?
Over 25 thousand pounds for this ? - No chance.
Lt /100km?
Think I would have a Puma st 155 over this
Any ideas what the large plastic key with 2 prongs is? Found it in the glove box!
Sorry Tim, but it looks a bit cheap on the interior. Okay more than a bit.
ar but need to wait next year ....march
This car looks good and trendy from the outside and I like that a lot, but move inside and its plasticky and cheap with door handles that look and feel like they were made from recycled coffee cups only more fragile and nastier, and how you managed to squeeze yourself into the rear seats I will never know as the doors open wide enough for a toddler to get in and out of at best, not to mention the fact that its noisy and not that wonderfull on the old petroleum, get yourself a new Honda HRV and revel in its luxury compared to one of these, couple of grand more I know, but worth every penny, that's what I did!
'A glue sniffing teenager kleptomaniac alcoholic'. Uncle Tim at his best!
Uncle?!
@@TimRodieDrivesStuff would You prefer a 'father'? Lol. Just talking crap Tim
Think I will stick with my Puma.
750kg braked trailer rating is marginal for a 2 week holiday at a campsite where there are children...I need a metric tonne worth of alcohol.
Pricing is a bit painful though. For that money you can get a Hyundai Tucson NX4 which is bigger, better equipped and scores higher in every metric.
True, but the thing is people who buy these cars don’t want bigger - it’s very much a conscious decision to get a small car, whether it’s for space or confidence reasons!
@@TimRodieDrivesStuff true but the Tucson is still in the small SUV segment
@@Gilotopia In USA they call the Tucson a small SUV or mid. Quite funny I have to admit.
NZ
So is a Rolls Royce! Strange argument - one has to assume people by a small car because they don't want a big one !!
Good nonsense, and all that jazz. I've got a Yaris (did I ever mention that?), and it has made me realise that Japanese cars can be very good. I'm now looking forward to the GR86. In other news, I did a road trip in my F-Type to Portmeiron and I now forgive you a little; it's a great GT car.
LOL. You've only just realised that Japanese cars "can be very good". They've been making great cars for decades and I've owned many of them.
@@jdmguy44 Yes, I've only just realised. I've been driving German cars, which are also very good. I bought my first Japanese car recently, a GR Yaris, and like most people, think it's very good. I suspect you've owned many cool JDM cars, probably.
Looks ok .. but automatic gear box only ? No thank you ..
Do the seats still feel like the normal Toyota seats? Because, for whatever the reason, Toyota seats hit my (admittedly surgical repaired spine) in all the wrong places, and any test drive of the Make leave me in a decent amount of pain within the first 5 minutes.
Yes I had a back op 21 years ago. Not easy. Higher trim RAV4 should be ok Stephen.
NZ
Definitely rip puma
oh yes , trouble is most Ford traditionalists don't look any further.
Nice
Looks a decent modern car although I would avoid the pretentious front wheel drive version. Off road looks but no capability, I cannot abide by this trend.
ITS BLOODY MIDNIGHT! but I don't mind (:
no comment on seat comfort or did I miss it
I didn’t mention it because I didn’t find it especially good or bad to be honest
I've been yesterday to Toyota shop. Car looks great but interior quality is horrible. Door opening handle is Dacia quality or lower.
It's not about the door handles
Boot is cheap. Wooden boards that arebreally awkward to.move down, especially with the rubber mat.
Disappointed to see it is made in France.
This will Not be as reliable as the Japanese built Toyotas.
I know from experience that the Mexican built Honda HRV is
poor quality
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I thought this was going to be my next car, major disapointment, even the top of the range is rubbish imagine a mid range model, really really poor, its basically for older people.
What a shame that it isn't a PHVE or a BEV !!!!!!!!!!!!
While this is by no means the ugliest Toyota currently available (Rav 4 anyone?) it has to be said that their design department could really do with some new blood. After buying several Toyotas over the years and being delighted with their reliability, I eventually gave up after taking delivery of a Yaris a few years back - a visual and ergonomic nightmare.
If a smaller company like Mazda can consistently come up with gorgeous designs, why can’t Toyota?
Because Toyota fanboys are gonna buy whatever overpriced model they push out, so why bother?
Trouble is, it's HIDEOUS. I mean, look at that grill. Yuck!
There isn’t any “trouble”….that’s merely your OPINION….whilst many other people actually like it! 🙄
@@jmw0368 Of course, you're right. It's just my opinion. It's all subjective, after all.
Yeah , it's a punchy bull nose , without looking like a Puma frog !@@jmw0368
he did 75 in a 70 someone report him.
Nice styling- no car should ever be gold in my opinion!
so how do you charge the battery,
The same way as on a Prius
@@DontPanicDear big help that.
Regenerative braking I think..
@@anthonydeas2173 all wana know is do you have to touch the brake or simply lift off..i can't get a straight answer..none of the road tester tell you !
@@brianjackson2131 I've got a feeling it's both!
Nice review but what has dictators got to do in a car review?. I don't like the guy but it's also not nice to insult any leader whether you like them or not.
U ok hun
So, no dissing Hitler either I guess?
Shame that we will never see this vehicle in the USA. All we get is the awful C-HR & now the clunky, ugly, boring Corolla Cross.
Nothing positive to say,are you always like this.
Sorry. From now on I’ll be uncritical. That’ll really help people buy the right cars…
It's not an SUV stop calling that hideous lookin thing, it's just a yaris with big wheels that's all.
OK dad
you absolute ??? kiddin loool good review i think this could be my nxt motor .thanks.
In USA this would be a shopping trolley on steroids
If I want to be charitable , they have golf carts on steroids, better then this at the Major Golf courses
Concerned by the fruity language it spoils the whole presentation
The Yaris is one of the most overrated cars in its segment. And it is actually pretty mediocre, aside from the rumor that supposedly they are reliable. The cross version is no different. I don't see why someone wouldn't get a Ford Puma over this. Or Renault Captur, Peugeut 2008, so many B-Suvs are just better than this. Toyota is such a dissappointing company these days. They are just riding their reputation and milk their fanboys, they are literally the Nintendo of cars.
all the models you refer to in greece cost more.....considerably more than the Yaris cross if comparing apples to apples (hybrid and automatic gear...etc) making the Yaris value for money compared to all -B-suvs offered in the greek market....
Well we've got a 2014 normal Yaris Hybrid and it is sensational. Not a single fault. 70mpg and what other small automatic can do 58mpg on a 3 mile run in winter from a cold start !!! None! By the way many people have these because it is automatic - Puma don't make an automatic !! I have a new Renault Captur Auto - nice car but doesn't drive as well as Yaris. I'm surprised he didn't mention the hybrid version of the Captur - it is this cars most direct competitor.
Puma is utter crap.
Old technology.
Puma given nothing to be concerned about by this competitor. It’s just a shopping trolley for a certain age and type of people.