After listening to your Smith and Sniff podcast yesterday I was looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. How did you keep a straight face as the old man parachutist walked through the shot! 🤣
I think what we'll find is that, at least in the medium term, as EVs take over the mass market these types of 'specials' and other 'special use' vehicles will be where we find IC propulsion. They'll be found in more niche products either for enthusiasts or for people with specific needs in areas where the charging infrastructure hasn't reached.
EV’s will dominate in a few years, but I think the last of the ICE cars will be for the enthusiasts. EV’s are brilliant, but it will be a very sad day when pure ICE cars will be banned for sale. The GR4 is definitely on my used car list!
Yes this looks great. Petrol cars will be around for at least 30 years - but think they have already peaked. Since 2017 and the lower emissions drive they have had to comprise engines, exhausts, power etc. Anything 'exciting' for next gen cars is likely to be automatic and hybrid only.
I wished really that this was to become a money spinner for Toyota as that might wake some other manufacturers up to try and do the same. We need more cars like this.
@@Wolf_Larsen One of the reason for that number is again, the homologation rule. They just need to made a certain number of cars to be qualified. While GR Yaris is a limited run car (at least for now), the tech from this car can be applied for other small hatchback from Toyota (like Corolla for instance)
@@IBadlyNamed twin turbo 6 with a manual box and the 370z chassis, sounds like a winner to me! Now hopefully they don't get crazy with the price, it has to be less than C8 money for sure.
You’re so right about the appeal of this car - I’ve got the new Jimny and I have the exact same excitement for the GR. This is definitely a great era for Japanese cars at the moment.
You continue to up your game with the production of these videos, arguably the best yet. And boy do I want some grrrr in my life, what a riot. First new car I've genuinely wanted for years. Love it!!
After years of driving German sports cars and big saloons I never thought I’d be ringing up Toyota for a test drive. Absolutely love it, very well presented too!
Ahahah!! I'm driving an M2 comp and later i'll go to test the GR. I know it's lot less powerful but it intrigue me reminding old school mini rally cars (205 T16, R5 Maxi turbo, i.e.). I'll share my impression if you want
Wonder if anyone posting on this does the speed limit. Im guessing you will all think im boring for saying that but ive had quick cars, and was still able to enjoy them without being the sort of prat that you see on dash cam footage. Problem is today, too many drivers have no self control and big egos.
@@oddities-whatnot Walking the razor's edge of the threshold does not require lots of speed. If speed is a requirement... there is always a local track. :-)
I can so relate to the mention about your emotions about the Honda E, Suzuki Jimny and this GR Yaris. I feel the same way. Thank you for sharing your experience with this machine, can't wait to see these on the roads.
@@rcDoom I suppose it really depends what the USA branch thinks what will work and what will not for their sales figures. My thinking is, with the Honda E and Jimny, they think because of the Honda's low range and the Jimny's small engine, people in the USA won't want it. Annoying I know... but that's probably how it is. Annoying that we don't get some of the cool stuff in AUS as well...
@@mikeyp8020 For the Jimny, i think that was because of the controversial statement by 'Consumer Advise' who said that Jimny (or Samurai in America) was prone to roll over & dangerous (even though there's no problem at all in the rest of the world)
Loved this video when I watched it 2 months ago. Hadn’t paid any real attention to the GR Yaris until I watched this, 24 hours later I had one on order!
This is Beautifully well put together footage. Really kept me interested all the way through. And kept me awake lol Its 2.20am here now I love this car and I love this channel.
Had a look at this when it came up on a dealer tour in Scotland and I was impressed with it. Now hearing it on the move makes me want one. Great review Mr Smith. Would this fit in my life??? Not really but it would look good in my life!
I am loving your show and your format! Cheers from Arizona and keep up the great work! I’m a one-legged sailor after an IED in Afghanistan spoiled an afternoon for me so I’m chuffed this won’t come with a dual clutch but I’m frankly surprised they made it at all. Can’t wait to see our hero Chris drift it around a track somewhere!
Amazing intro! This is the best review I've seen of this car so far. Completely agree with everything you said. Toyota do know how to make fun cars by themselves when they choose to, but I can understand why they've been the way they've been. This is also why I'm actually more excited and proud for this car over the new MK5 Supra. Ever since that Japanese economy bubble burst in the early 2000's, they needed to change to stay afloat and hopefully at or near the top. The market also changed over time. People started to value comfort, features, space, and gimmicks rather than fun, agility, and quirks. To add fuel to the fire, as soon as the economy started recovering (at least for the American market), people started to go crazy for SUV's. Especially as SUV's started to get better gas mileage over time. Our roads are definitely not restrictive unless you live in a dense city like San Francisco. So for the same price or not much more, people would opt for the SUV over the equivalent car/sedan. They get more space, more car for the money in their eyes. An analogy would be like shopping for a house. Lets say both homes are next to each other. Same prime location, but 1 is a 2-story and the other is a 1-story. If you priced both homes almost equally, wouldn't most people choose the 2-story? So huge props to Toyota for producing this car, even though I'm totally bummed it will not be sold in America.
The perfect base for a track weapon. This Friday we had one of the first cars in Germany in our workshop and fitted our 9.5x18 wheels with 255/35-18 semi slicks. What can I say...fits plug and play and lift the car on another level. The first laps on Northloop are already done. 👍
By far the best review of the Yaris GR I have watch so far. This car is epic, never thought I would see a homologation hot hatch again, good on Toyota for doing this.
As you know Jonny, I am a regular and subscriber to your great cartube channel. But I feel like putting something back into the online car enthusiast community, and not be typically critical! I feel like throwing a big nugget in here to all cartubers, as I’ve not seen any of you run with it so far? Never in the History of the Automobile, in this Cov-19 Pandemic year, or never in my lifetime, I was born in 1965, has the Car become much more important to us all, other than just a means of transportation!! Many of us have been forced to live within the small boundaries of our houses and homes. Our cars are the PERFECT means with which we can all still safely go out and live somewhat during this time! With our Car’s inherent “safety cocoon”!! I am sure it has been more than just commuting, they are directly keeping us all sane, more healthy, contributing to our overall mental health and most importantly making us all feel more optimistic about our Post-Pandemic lives!!!! In my eyes, this has been the YEAR OF THE CAR!!!! I should mention this as well. I am sure many of us here know of the inevitability of a financial recession happening world wide now. And many, many large and small companies going broke. Many larger companies crying they’ve had the worst sales this year in their short histories, ie Car Manufacturers. BUT! I am sure I am not alone in noticing this right now! Who knows of a family member or friend, that has bought a new or even brand new car this year? For me, 2 neighbors have bought brand new cars, my niece bought a brand new SUV this year, and I have seen more trailers with old cars ontop than ever before in my street!!!! I have even added an old classic car to my Dream Garage Collection this year!! I personally think we are all buying MORE cars this year then I can remember…No matter what the media is telling us all about, with our inevitable recession, and no one having any money to spend. In short..It really is the YEAR OF THE CAR!!!! My 2 cents. I’ve put forward this year to our online car enthusiast community. And thank you, if you’ve read my longish comment this far and for the couple of minutes of your time!
I was normally watching on 1.5x, then when I switched to normal speed on specs part I thought the youtube just didn't react to my command because he was still going fast as hell :D
If i have to read something, i just pause it. By the time i've faffed about getting the settings up and slowed down the video i've already missed what i wanted to read. Pause...read...play!
Really great content. I watched this, Carwow's and STG's videos on the same car and in all cases the driver's grinning made me want one. You nudged me to order one, and mine arrives in March! :-)
@@TheLateBrakeShow Obviously, it is you who should be getting the commission from Toyota! In all seriousness, I did order white based on your suggestion; you influenced me. So I guess that makes you a successful UA-cam influencer? :-)
@@realMaverickBuckley In Canada we would be able to import it in 2035 and the US 2045 lol. We don't get this Yaris at all. The model that is sold here as a Yaris is a rebranded Mazda2. And Toyota will stop offering that too. We even had a petition to get the GR Yaris here.Which probably resulted in a GR Corolla with the same setup (engine, maybe AWD). It's not the same of course, but it's something. It has not been revealed yet.
Yeah in general the USA market wants CUVs and SUVs. For "safety" and "comfort" reasons. I think Canada is going that way Only hot hatches we have are the VW Golf range, Civic Si and R, the Velostar N and that's it. Hyundai pulled the Elantra GT. Ford pulled the Focus RS. Audi has pulled their hatches. We still get small hot sedans, but they aren't the same.
As a US Citizen who loves small, light cars and rally hatchbacks in particular: damnit. Now that Toyota's back in rallying I'm waiting for Honda to give us a 3 cylinder Fit Type R with a 9000 RPM redline... but then, we probably won't get that either.
Nice one Jonny. That ‘standard Yaris’ leaving the ‘Foodies’ car park is just around the corner from where I live in Waterloo, Belgium! Keep up the good work!
More fantastic material for us - thanks Jonny. Big up Toyota for doing this project properly! I would have expected them to just create a mildly tarted-up regular Yaris, but no sir, this is the real deal. Could be the perfect car for funtime progress on Scottish B-roads?!
Hell yeah Craig go for it. I recently picked up a 2016 Chevy Spark EV to experience what an BEV is all about and which is a lot of fun but lots less $$ for a toy. That car will be a blast. We know age is just a number anyway.
@@billsmith810 Absolutely why drive a "boring" car just because your 60 odd, bet it felt strange the first time you drove it I have never been in an electric car, my problem is that I live in a small house with nowhere to charge one and our charging infrastructure is still pretty poor here in England.
@@cmpillred277 BEVs have torque everywhere, my little golf cart has 327lb ft worth. I own a 61 yr old home and when I was looking at having a new circuit run ifound out my electrical panel is out of date with electrical codes so I'm looking at more $$ down the road to add capabilities for a level 2 charger. I charge at 110v which takes a long time but since I'm retired I'm OK with it for now. I love little cars like the Yaris GR. Cheers!
Hey you old boys(just turned 62 lol). These little monsters are absolutely built to precision. I just bought myself a 2019 Ford Mustang 10r80 and it is the most complete car I have driven. Had it upgraded with magnetic suspension, huge auto gearbox, dropped 2 inches all round, Roush TVS 2650 supercharger, sub frame brackets back and front, coolers for gearbox, differential, supercharger, brakes and more. It is an absolute animal and really loves to eat little euroboxes, . So perfect in handling you really need to drive to survive
Brilliant video Jonny. Really cool editing. Love the rally cars overlaid on the shot of the new GR. What a car for enthusiasts. As you say, perfect for UK roads too thanks to small size, relatively light weight and properly sorted suspension. Also it fast without being ridiculous. Has ‘I want one’ written all over it to me. Well done Mr Toyoda and Mr Makinnen. It shows what happens when enthusiasts rather than ‘bean counters’ build a car.
People who buy those are badge snobs. The cold hard facts are the Japanese can compete for far less. Wait until Hyundai releases their RN30 or whatever name they will call it. Mid engine, AWD. Hopefully sooner rather than later.
That is one polished, well executed homologation special. Another great car we’ll never get in the USA. I know it’s an apples To oranges comparison but I felt the same way watching this as I did reading about the Nissan Sentra SE-R back in the day. I bought a new one in 1993 and always regret selling it. I agree this car will be something people just want to own even if it isn’t particularly practical or useful to them. For some reason, I put off watching this so long I forgot about it until I began listening to the latest Smith and Sniff. Then I though. Wha? Hang on a minute. I’ve got to see what they’re on about! Great video as always. Very Top Gear..esk camera work in the beginning with the images playing over the bodywork of the car. Nicely done.
Seriously, I love how you just carried on as the parachutist walked past! "People falling out of the sky!". Also, it'll be so cool when we can import this to the US in 25 years
When we visited Belgium last year, I got a tiny brand new Kia Piccanta...that was perfect for carrying all my wife"s luggage while still allowing me to drive it down tiny alleys and park it on sidewalks in the old cities... I see the same small flexibility in this, but fast! I would totally own a tiny car like this if i lived in Europe or Asia.
Exactly, that's what people tend to forget. In most European cities / villages, you can't fit in when you drive a big heavy SUV. Also, it's a Picanto (not Piccanta) :) Where did you go in Belgium?
@@QrisSx Antwerp, Brugge and Ghent...it was great! Most refreshingly delicious beer I've ever drank, nothing like it in the states! Absolutely gorgeous place to visit... Get a table on the square or by a river and enjoy the people/view...awesome!
@@joelcrow wow I bet that really goes! 2.0 turbo petrol is it? before you think I am going to say an Alfa Giulia like my pfp..... I am not it was my Dads Giulia lol! - I have a Vauxhall Corsa C SXI 😂👍
On your Jimny comment, a mate of mine has ordered one of these, and he already has a new Suzuki Jimny that it'll be sitting next to in the garage haha A question though, can the traction and stability control be defeated just with the button or do they stay on and just give you a longer leash to play in
Been waiting to see this since i saw the Toyota ad on instagram. What a car, Japanese manufacturers do things so well, yes the plastics are cheap, but you know its well made, strong and wont go wrong....excellent Jonny
I noticed you didn’t title it I’ve ordered a Yaris GR with follow up videos 5 thinks I like / dislike, I’ve wrapped my Yaris GR then I’ve sold my Yaris GR 😂
I accidentally clicked the "trending" tab today and spotted that title 5 times....RIGHT as I write this on the right of this comment there is a video of shmee selling his Focus RS.... you have to choose the stuff you watch on youtube wisely
Easily the best review out there on the GR Yaris. Love the detail you added here. You even listed the total spot welds on it which I was weirdly wanting to know. Stellar work!
TRD is now slapped on some cosmetic kits on Toyotas in Southeast Asian market. And on Tacoma TRD but that's about around the only good place the TRD name slapped on to.
@@AntoniusTyas there's a TRD Camry in North America too. And some Corolla Apex thing. both just versions of the base car with a body kit and some extra tuning
It's as though you have created the language of enthusiasm, on the back of the featured SR Yaris. This video represents the only experience I will have of every man's dream car!
What a mad little motor! This reminds me of the little 400 homologation sports bikes from the 90s. Tiny, not much power but proper race machinery and so cool!
You can slow UA-cam video's down, click on the settings icon by the fullscreen button. You can speed up or slow down a video. Good for watching pirated top gear thats running too fast.
You're spot on with the desirability. I have a modded ST, I can't afford 33 grand on a Yaris and the vehicle is woefully impractical and incompatible with my life at the moment - but the moment I saw this car I knew I wanted one. Congrats to all the people who are able to buy and enjoy one, I'll see you as you overtake me!
Why do we always have to speak about these things as if it’s somehow wrong to make or do something fun? The tone of any review or comment on an interesting product is always a rather reminiscent, if not mocking one. Are we that beholden to government’s grip on our safety and rationality that something cool, interesting, unusual.. dare I say exciting, is somehow a dastardly thing?
@@jcbnty3443 the new Fiesta is an awful car. Bland, no character. Nasty three cylinder engine that feels lumpy and inconsistent when driving spiritedly.
@@jcbnty3443 Except there's no new Focus or Fiesta here anymore, although the Civic Type R is here now. Being that this car has awd, it seems to be more of a competitor to the WRX. If I were going fwd, I'd get the Veloster N, for awd, I'll stick with my STI for now.
I'm really enjoying all your videos. Sadly I can't afford to be a patron at the moment or else I definitely would. I really enjoyed the video where you walked round the car graveyard, it was a nice chilled video. Nice to see a face we've seen for years as well, makes me feel comfortable. I watch you, Chris Harris and Mat Watson, all autocar vets
" i had it with the Honda E, I had it with the Suzuki Jimny and ive got it with this" that and the s800, its fair to say you like small japanese , quirky, cars?
Pocket Rocket, enough power to have fun, not to much power to get into a lot of trouble with the law, & yes definitely will become a classic in the future, I've thrown a deposit down on a black one, Rj in Oz, love your work Johnny,
The production quality of these videos lately have been incredible! Loving the older gentleman and his parachute just casually waddling through the shot!
Mate you're constantly excellent at presenting and thanks a million for that. BUT! The production on your videos is just reaching Jedi levels. Furkun' quality!!👏👏👏
3 cylinders eh? My guess is they cut 1 cylinder off their best 2 litre. Bigger bore = bigger valves without the problem of shrouding and there's a heap less moving parts as well. Pretty clever really.
Great review. You're the first person since C Harris started doing youtube reviews to nail it for me. I'm now a big fan. Will head to patreon. Keep 'em coming. PS I like the longer than typical runtime,
Anyone that knows me will tell you that except for the exotica that I can’t afford i do not like “new” cars, they are usually dull, numb and boring, however this yaris is exciting and i genuinely want one. Absolutely not like me at all but its true. Great video as usual. 👍🏼👍🏼
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After listening to your Smith and Sniff podcast yesterday I was looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. How did you keep a straight face as the old man parachutist walked through the shot! 🤣
My thoughts exactly!
Er, strictly speaking he was a paraglider...
Yeah, he looked a bit knackered!, perhaps he had a hard landing.
😂 Yes! Proper hilarious
If you watch the Video Jon will pass him on the road test
Akio Toyoda is a legendary CEO in my books. Since taking over he's made Toyota a legitimately cool brand again. There's true passion in the cars.
I fear that this car could be one of the last gasps of manufacturers’ purely for fun projects. I’m glad it exists.
I remember Clarkson saying that about an Aston about 15 years ago. Think we've got a few more years of stuff like this yet
I think what we'll find is that, at least in the medium term, as EVs take over the mass market these types of 'specials' and other 'special use' vehicles will be where we find IC propulsion. They'll be found in more niche products either for enthusiasts or for people with specific needs in areas where the charging infrastructure hasn't reached.
Just wait a couple of years! EV cars will be the thing to drive for performance reliability cheapness and FUN! Give it 2 maybe 3 years max.
EV’s will dominate in a few years, but I think the last of the ICE cars will be for the enthusiasts. EV’s are brilliant, but it will be a very sad day when pure ICE cars will be banned for sale. The GR4 is definitely on my used car list!
Yes this looks great. Petrol cars will be around for at least 30 years - but think they have already peaked.
Since 2017 and the lower emissions drive they have had to comprise engines, exhausts, power etc.
Anything 'exciting' for next gen cars is likely to be automatic and hybrid only.
I'm a 90s jdm car guy, this is the first modern day car I've been excited about for a long time
So impressed by this car. Everything i've ever wanted in a car, especially when living rurally. Just fantastic!
Would you buy one? Probably not. And that’s why other auto makers stop making this kinda vehicles.
@@ieditedmyname289 I will buy one
@@ieditedmyname289 if they made a DSG I’d have one😂
@@-LK34- that'll kinda ruin the point of it being a driver focused engaging little car 🤷🏻♂️
Also manuals are much more fun in small cars like this
They should have revived the celica model and used its reputation to drive sales and bring recognition to these new efforts
I wished really that this was to become a money spinner for Toyota as that might wake some other manufacturers up to try and do the same. We need more cars like this.
If you count marketing and brand kudos it could be an enormous money spinner
Yea, I hope they do the same with the Honda Fit "Type R"
@@Wolf_Larsen One of the reason for that number is again, the homologation rule. They just need to made a certain number of cars to be qualified. While GR Yaris is a limited run car (at least for now), the tech from this car can be applied for other small hatchback from Toyota (like Corolla for instance)
Cars like this don't make money though that's the issue.
Should call you captain obvious not captain baseball bat 😂
F**k. Has anyone else just binged all the GR Yaris videos on UA-cam & just fallen in love? I know I have!
Just swapped my AMG for one :))
We just placed an order for one after watching this Jonny! Hope you're well bud! Loving the channel.
Lucky bastardos
Enjoy 🆒️
Looking forward to seeing what you do with it.
Finally something to get rid of all those french pos’s in the DW garage. Great choice.
Wish you lots of fun with it. I hope Toyota makes them long inaf until I can afford one.
I wish we got more of these cars, reminds me of 90's JDM cars. Absolute first class video as always Jonny!
You are kind of right. Imagine if Nissan didnt fuck up the new Pulsar :D
@@Blazerri Nissan's making a new Z might be nice
@@IBadlyNamed twin turbo 6 with a manual box and the 370z chassis, sounds like a winner to me! Now hopefully they don't get crazy with the price, it has to be less than C8 money for sure.
You’re so right about the appeal of this car - I’ve got the new Jimny and I have the exact same excitement for the GR.
This is definitely a great era for Japanese cars at the moment.
They've always been great hence biggest car manufacturer in the world......just brand snobbery puts more focus on EU cars
You continue to up your game with the production of these videos, arguably the best yet.
And boy do I want some grrrr in my life, what a riot. First new car I've genuinely wanted for years. Love it!!
After years of driving German sports cars and big saloons I never thought I’d be ringing up Toyota for a test drive. Absolutely love it, very well presented too!
Ahahah!! I'm driving an M2 comp and later i'll go to test the GR. I know it's lot less powerful but it intrigue me reminding old school mini rally cars (205 T16, R5 Maxi turbo, i.e.). I'll share my impression if you want
Wow.... I'm considering an M2 Competition or a C8... but this wolf-in-hatch-clothing has me thinking it would be more fun than either of those.
Lol same.....looking at swapping a 3ltr 6cyl M240i for this little go cart ha
Wonder if anyone posting on this does the speed limit. Im guessing you will all think im boring for saying that but ive had quick cars, and was still able to enjoy them without being the sort of prat that you see on dash cam footage. Problem is today, too many drivers have no self control and big egos.
@@oddities-whatnot Walking the razor's edge of the threshold does not require lots of speed. If speed is a requirement... there is always a local track. :-)
Amaazing to see a car like this produced in 2020. I hope it gets the sales to encourage this more.
They only making 25k so will be a loss to Toyota
I can so relate to the mention about your emotions about the Honda E, Suzuki Jimny and this GR Yaris. I feel the same way.
Thank you for sharing your experience with this machine, can't wait to see these on the roads.
USA does not get Honda E, Suzuki Jimny, or GR Yaris... what gives ?
@@rcDoom I suppose it really depends what the USA branch thinks what will work and what will not for their sales figures.
My thinking is, with the Honda E and Jimny, they think because of the Honda's low range and the Jimny's small engine, people in the USA won't want it. Annoying I know... but that's probably how it is.
Annoying that we don't get some of the cool stuff in AUS as well...
@@mikeyp8020 For the Jimny, i think that was because of the controversial statement by 'Consumer Advise' who said that Jimny (or Samurai in America) was prone to roll over & dangerous (even though there's no problem at all in the rest of the world)
Loved this video when I watched it 2 months ago. Hadn’t paid any real attention to the GR Yaris until I watched this, 24 hours later I had one on order!
Grrrrrrrr! It’s not coming to the US! Damn I want this thing! Well done Tommi!
this not coming to the states is one of the largest disappointments of 2020.. almost as bad as a BMW supra...
It’s your own fault for buying all those ridiculous truck things ;) You can have your tundras, we’ll have this !
You live in wrong continent
@@yournightmare9999 I almost agree except that I live snow land of Canada and this car really belongs here.
Americans only buy shitty SUV's and pick-up trucks so you don't get nice cars. Sorry.
This is the first time for nearly 15 years (Lancer Evo IX Wagon)that I've genuinely WANTED to buy, and been excited by a brand new car!
This is Beautifully well put together footage.
Really kept me interested all the way through.
And kept me awake lol
Its 2.20am here now
I love this car and I love this channel.
Holy cow Jonny, where did these production values come from?! Amazing video!
Had a look at this when it came up on a dealer tour in Scotland and I was impressed with it. Now hearing it on the move makes me want one. Great review Mr Smith.
Would this fit in my life??? Not really but it would look good in my life!
I am loving your show and your format! Cheers from Arizona and keep up the great work! I’m a one-legged sailor after an IED in Afghanistan spoiled an afternoon for me so I’m chuffed this won’t come with a dual clutch but I’m frankly surprised they made it at all. Can’t wait to see our hero Chris drift it around a track somewhere!
Ooh, a late night treat. Cheers Johnny. Bloody love that Gazoo Yaris. Wish it had vented box arches though.
Like everything Japanese I bet you'll get a body kit in no time, but yes a vented arch rear bumper would be mega
They’ll never be cheap..
Amazing intro! This is the best review I've seen of this car so far. Completely agree with everything you said. Toyota do know how to make fun cars by themselves when they choose to, but I can understand why they've been the way they've been. This is also why I'm actually more excited and proud for this car over the new MK5 Supra. Ever since that Japanese economy bubble burst in the early 2000's, they needed to change to stay afloat and hopefully at or near the top. The market also changed over time. People started to value comfort, features, space, and gimmicks rather than fun, agility, and quirks. To add fuel to the fire, as soon as the economy started recovering (at least for the American market), people started to go crazy for SUV's. Especially as SUV's started to get better gas mileage over time. Our roads are definitely not restrictive unless you live in a dense city like San Francisco. So for the same price or not much more, people would opt for the SUV over the equivalent car/sedan. They get more space, more car for the money in their eyes. An analogy would be like shopping for a house. Lets say both homes are next to each other. Same prime location, but 1 is a 2-story and the other is a 1-story. If you priced both homes almost equally, wouldn't most people choose the 2-story? So huge props to Toyota for producing this car, even though I'm totally bummed it will not be sold in America.
Is the Yaris sold in the US?
The perfect base for a track weapon. This Friday we had one of the first cars in Germany in our workshop and fitted our 9.5x18 wheels with 255/35-18 semi slicks. What can I say...fits plug and play and lift the car on another level. The first laps on Northloop are already done. 👍
22:20 The Honda E, Suzuki Jimny, and GR Yaris. The holy trinity of cars you can't get in the states
We aren't getting the 400Z or the 2021 BRZ so it's square.
Think of all those great American cars that Brits can't get like the .... hmm. OK.
Best "I want to buy this Car" advert ever. Thanks Johnny!!
Your quickly becoming one of my favourite journalists, great content really honest opinions and enjoyable funny chat. Keep up the great work 👍
By far the best review of the Yaris GR I have watch so far. This car is epic, never thought I would see a homologation hot hatch again, good on Toyota for doing this.
i cannot wait for this to be in the usa!! this is the first car that ive seen possibly as more fun than my abarth 500!
Beautiful engineering, one last throw of the ICE dice.
Another fantastic, entertaining piece of moto journalism, blows my mind why stuff like this isnt on TV.
This was just amazing review! Cant wait mine GR Yaris to be delivered!
As you know Jonny, I am a regular and subscriber to your great cartube channel.
But I feel like putting something back into the online car enthusiast community, and not be typically critical!
I feel like throwing a big nugget in here to all cartubers, as I’ve not seen any of you run with it so far? Never in the History of the Automobile, in this Cov-19 Pandemic year, or never in my lifetime, I was born in 1965, has the Car become much more important to us all, other than just a means of transportation!! Many of us have been forced to live within the small boundaries of our houses and homes. Our cars are the PERFECT means with which we can all still safely go out and live somewhat during this time! With our Car’s inherent “safety cocoon”!! I am sure it has been more than just commuting, they are directly keeping us all sane, more healthy, contributing to our overall mental health and most importantly making us all feel more optimistic about our Post-Pandemic lives!!!! In my eyes, this has been the YEAR OF THE CAR!!!!
I should mention this as well. I am sure many of us here know of the inevitability of a financial recession happening world wide now. And many, many large and small companies going broke. Many larger companies crying they’ve had the worst sales this year in their short histories, ie Car Manufacturers.
BUT! I am sure I am not alone in noticing this right now! Who knows of a family member or friend, that has bought a new or even brand new car this year? For me, 2 neighbors have bought brand new cars, my niece bought a brand new SUV this year, and I have seen more trailers with old cars ontop than ever before in my street!!!! I have even added an old classic car to my Dream Garage Collection this year!! I personally think we are all buying MORE cars this year then I can remember…No matter what the media is telling us all about, with our inevitable recession, and no one having any money to spend.
In short..It really is the YEAR OF THE CAR!!!!
My 2 cents. I’ve put forward this year to our online car enthusiast community.
And thank you, if you’ve read my longish comment this far and for the couple of minutes of your time!
Who slowed down the video setting speed to 0.75!! To listen to the Tech Specs!!
Bloody shame they did that.
I just paused and read it lol
I was normally watching on 1.5x, then when I switched to normal speed on specs part I thought the youtube just didn't react to my command because he was still going fast as hell :D
If i have to read something, i just pause it. By the time i've faffed about getting the settings up and slowed down the video i've already missed what i wanted to read.
Pause...read...play!
What a sensible great review! Glad to see such content in an ocean of juvenile reviews.
You sir, just earned my subscription! ✌️
amazing programme once again jonny. shows how you’re a true all rounder car dude 👏🏼
Really glad you enjoyed the vid Alex. Welcome to the Late Brake Show!
Kudos to Toyoda-san for continually chasing his passion which gifted us such precious gem of a car!
Really great content. I watched this, Carwow's and STG's videos on the same car and in all cases the driver's grinning made me want one. You nudged me to order one, and mine arrives in March! :-)
Hey Michael, that is excellent to hear first hand people taking the plunge. Obviously it was my vid that swayed you, right?
@@TheLateBrakeShow Obviously, it is you who should be getting the commission from Toyota! In all seriousness, I did order white based on your suggestion; you influenced me. So I guess that makes you a successful UA-cam influencer? :-)
Amazing video. That Blade Runner Vangelis style soundtrack in the end just nails the vision of me and my GR Yaris driving of to the sunset. Love it!
I'm so sad it's not available in North America. Rumour has it that we will get a (watered down) Corolla version. We will see.
Can you guys get a grey import ? Or do you have some silly bureaucratic rules.
NOOOOOOO ffs I’m done with the U.S man
@@realMaverickBuckley In Canada we would be able to import it in 2035 and the US 2045 lol. We don't get this Yaris at all. The model that is sold here as a Yaris is a rebranded Mazda2. And Toyota will stop offering that too. We even had a petition to get the GR Yaris here.Which probably resulted in a GR Corolla with the same setup (engine, maybe AWD). It's not the same of course, but it's something. It has not been revealed yet.
Yeah in general the USA market wants CUVs and SUVs. For "safety" and "comfort" reasons. I think Canada is going that way
Only hot hatches we have are the VW Golf range, Civic Si and R, the Velostar N and that's it. Hyundai pulled the Elantra GT. Ford pulled the Focus RS. Audi has pulled their hatches.
We still get small hot sedans, but they aren't the same.
@@keithcotter-reilly At least we get the next gen BRZ. Europe won't.
Johnny, you are doing a BRILLIANT job here on this stuff, keep it up mate, top notch and very compelling viewing.
As a US Citizen who loves small, light cars and rally hatchbacks in particular: damnit.
Now that Toyota's back in rallying I'm waiting for Honda to give us a 3 cylinder Fit Type R with a 9000 RPM redline... but then, we probably won't get that either.
Great job Jonny. The quality of your videos is getting to be ridiculously good. Love the channel.
This is a future classic. Collector's car. If Jay Leno doesn't already have one he will.
Superb Jonny, my attention was held. Thanks very much.Btw Sand S was excellent this week.
When this car was first revealed I really wanted one, now I really, really want one.
Nice one Jonny. That ‘standard Yaris’ leaving the ‘Foodies’ car park is just around the corner from where I live in Waterloo, Belgium! Keep up the good work!
I wish this thing was sold in Canada so I could get one used in 5-10 years time
For another 10k on the price.
I don't think it's gonna be used in 10 years. Might be 20 years later.
Well, if those rumours are true then NA market will get the GR Corolla instead.
It will be a collector's car and extremely hard to get 1 in 10 years time
In America were kinda screwed with hot hatches, I might get a civic si for fuel mileage and fun
More fantastic material for us - thanks Jonny. Big up Toyota for doing this project properly! I would have expected them to just create a mildly tarted-up regular Yaris, but no sir, this is the real deal. Could be the perfect car for funtime progress on Scottish B-roads?!
Great watch, I really like and want this car. keep up the good work!
What a great video and piece of journalistic entertainment! Really gave me a lock down smile. Thank you
Many thanks Phoebe!
That intro was so good I had to watch again! Lol
Much appeciated insight in the Toyota techical slides. Super refreshing to so someone sharing real engineering details vs. common UA-cam.
I'd love this car especially if I were in my 20s again even though I'd enjoy it now at 69.
I'm seriously thinking of getting one and I'm nearly 65 why not?
Hell yeah Craig go for it. I recently picked up a 2016 Chevy Spark EV to experience what an BEV is all about and which is a lot of fun but lots less $$ for a toy. That car will be a blast. We know age is just a number anyway.
@@billsmith810 Absolutely why drive a "boring" car just because your 60 odd, bet it felt strange the first time you drove it I have never been in an electric car, my problem is that I live in a small house with nowhere to charge one and our charging infrastructure is still pretty poor here in England.
@@cmpillred277 BEVs have torque everywhere, my little golf cart has 327lb ft worth. I own a 61 yr old home and when I was looking at having a new circuit run ifound out my electrical panel is out of date with electrical codes so I'm looking at more $$ down the road to add capabilities for a level 2 charger. I charge at 110v which takes a long time but since I'm retired I'm OK with it for now. I love little cars like the Yaris GR. Cheers!
Hey you old boys(just turned 62 lol). These little monsters are absolutely built to precision. I just bought myself a 2019 Ford Mustang 10r80 and it is the most complete car I have driven. Had it upgraded with magnetic suspension, huge auto gearbox, dropped 2 inches all round, Roush TVS 2650 supercharger, sub frame brackets back and front, coolers for gearbox, differential, supercharger, brakes and more. It is an absolute animal and really loves to eat little euroboxes, . So perfect in handling you really need to drive to survive
Brilliant video Jonny. Really cool editing. Love the rally cars overlaid on the shot of the new GR. What a car for enthusiasts. As you say, perfect for UK roads too thanks to small size, relatively light weight and properly sorted suspension. Also it fast without being ridiculous. Has ‘I want one’ written all over it to me. Well done Mr Toyoda and Mr Makinnen. It shows what happens when enthusiasts rather than ‘bean counters’ build a car.
The perfect Fiesta ST upgrade when you don't to be paying £200+ more a month for a boring S3 or Golf R
People who buy those are badge snobs. The cold hard facts are the Japanese can compete for far less. Wait until Hyundai releases their RN30 or whatever name they will call it. Mid engine, AWD. Hopefully sooner rather than later.
@@supercooled Partially agree but they are great cars if you want no compromises, wouldn't knock someone getting one when they commute via motorway
@@supercooled hyundai is korean😂
I wouldn't suggest they're boring. And built quality is far superior.
Golf R is very underwhelming. Its very quick but rock hard ride and doesnt sound of anything. Weird car to drive. Not my cup of tea at all
That is one polished, well executed homologation special. Another great car we’ll never get in the USA. I know it’s an apples
To oranges comparison but I felt the same way watching this as I did reading about the Nissan Sentra SE-R back in the day. I bought a new one in 1993 and always regret selling it. I agree this car will be something people just want to own even if it isn’t particularly practical or useful to them. For some reason, I put off watching this so long I forgot about it until I began listening to the latest Smith and Sniff. Then I though. Wha? Hang on a minute. I’ve got to see what they’re on about!
Great video as always. Very Top Gear..esk camera work in the beginning with the images playing over the bodywork of the car. Nicely done.
That sound! Oh my goodness!
Seriously, I love how you just carried on as the parachutist walked past! "People falling out of the sky!". Also, it'll be so cool when we can import this to the US in 25 years
Surely this is the spiritual successor to the Delta Integrale? 4wd turbo stuffed into compact cooking hatchback!
Absolutely loving your content Jonny. It's a treat to see a notification when you post a new vid. Keep up the good work.
Gordon Murray would approve of that steering wheel 👏
Grateful you've included the engineering points. It makes the car that much more special.
When we visited Belgium last year, I got a tiny brand new Kia Piccanta...that was perfect for carrying all my wife"s luggage while still allowing me to drive it down tiny alleys and park it on sidewalks in the old cities... I see the same small flexibility in this, but fast! I would totally own a tiny car like this if i lived in Europe or Asia.
Exactly, that's what people tend to forget. In most European cities / villages, you can't fit in when you drive a big heavy SUV.
Also, it's a Picanto (not Piccanta) :) Where did you go in Belgium?
@@QrisSx Antwerp, Brugge and Ghent...it was great! Most refreshingly delicious beer I've ever drank, nothing like it in the states! Absolutely gorgeous place to visit... Get a table on the square or by a river and enjoy the people/view...awesome!
What car do you own in the states?
@@WRP_2003 C350 coupe...my 300hp AWD rocket! But moving to a GL/GLS soon for some space and passenger comfort. How about you?
@@joelcrow wow I bet that really goes! 2.0 turbo petrol is it?
before you think I am going to say an Alfa Giulia like my pfp..... I am not it was my Dads Giulia lol! - I have a Vauxhall Corsa C SXI 😂👍
This is such a brilliant review and video. Proper jounalism with lots of information. The parachute man. haha. Amazing.
Toyota, bring this to the US!!!
Future classic, for sure, looks great fun. Your videos are just getting better and better too Jonny!
If I didn't have a fiesta st and I wasn't poor I would buy one of these now 😂
I'd properly underestimated this car before seeing this, what amazing attention to detail.
On your Jimny comment, a mate of mine has ordered one of these, and he already has a new Suzuki Jimny that it'll be sitting next to in the garage haha
A question though, can the traction and stability control be defeated just with the button or do they stay on and just give you a longer leash to play in
Been waiting to see this since i saw the Toyota ad on instagram. What a car, Japanese manufacturers do things so well, yes the plastics are cheap, but you know its well made, strong and wont go wrong....excellent Jonny
Best intro to car review for some time. And a brilliant opening piece to camera. Take a bow Sir.
I noticed you didn’t title it I’ve ordered a Yaris GR with follow up videos 5 thinks I like / dislike, I’ve wrapped my Yaris GR then I’ve sold my Yaris GR 😂
I accidentally clicked the "trending" tab today and spotted that title 5 times....RIGHT as I write this on the right of this comment there is a video of shmee selling his Focus RS.... you have to choose the stuff you watch on youtube wisely
Easily the best review out there on the GR Yaris. Love the detail you added here. You even listed the total spot welds on it which I was weirdly wanting to know. Stellar work!
What happened to TRD? Why is it all GR now?
Still a great car though.
TRD is now slapped on some cosmetic kits on Toyotas in Southeast Asian market.
And on Tacoma TRD but that's about around the only good place the TRD name slapped on to.
@@AntoniusTyas there's a TRD Camry in North America too. And some Corolla Apex thing. both just versions of the base car with a body kit and some extra tuning
TuRD
TRD failed to win any races and is basically dead now.
It's as though you have created the language of enthusiasm, on the back of the featured SR Yaris. This video represents the only experience I will have of every man's dream car!
Is that beeping from the Toyota collision avoidance system?
What a mad little motor! This reminds me of the little 400 homologation sports bikes from the 90s. Tiny, not much power but proper race machinery and so cool!
"It's gripped!" 🤣
8:15 holy light speed batman! You sped up the most important part! Slow it down. I wanna hear/see the real specs. That’s what makes this car special.
You can slow UA-cam video's down, click on the settings icon by the fullscreen button. You can speed up or slow down a video. Good for watching pirated top gear thats running too fast.
@@R-Dub-Ya Exactly. Thank you.
You're spot on with the desirability. I have a modded ST, I can't afford 33 grand on a Yaris and the vehicle is woefully impractical and incompatible with my life at the moment - but the moment I saw this car I knew I wanted one. Congrats to all the people who are able to buy and enjoy one, I'll see you as you overtake me!
Why do we always have to speak about these things as if it’s somehow wrong to make or do something fun? The tone of any review or comment on an interesting product is always a rather reminiscent, if not mocking one.
Are we that beholden to government’s grip on our safety and rationality that something cool, interesting, unusual.. dare I say exciting, is somehow a dastardly thing?
Fantastic review, Jonny. You nailed it. Big time! And I want one badly....
So basically Yaris is better than Supra as a driver’s car.
Yes. If only America got these. We’re kinda stuck with the Ford Focus, fiesta and veloster N , golf gtis. We need something crazy like this here.
@@jcbnty3443 the new Fiesta is an awful car. Bland, no character. Nasty three cylinder engine that feels lumpy and inconsistent when driving spiritedly.
@@oddities-whatnot if it doesn’t have a hemi it’s not a real mans car.
@@jcbnty3443 Except there's no new Focus or Fiesta here anymore, although the Civic Type R is here now. Being that this car has awd, it seems to be more of a competitor to the WRX. If I were going fwd, I'd get the Veloster N, for awd, I'll stick with my STI for now.
Its just perfect
Fantastic, I've been waiting for this. Love that Toyota has gone full out for this. Wanted one since I first heard about it.
Toyota be like "what EV???" .. just going back to basics
"EV? We've got three whole cylinders to use!"
Not many people can make a 25-minute video interesting for 25 minutes but you can. Well done.
14:08 i think the 3 cylinder engines sound like V6 when rev'd lol
Nothing alike
I'm really enjoying all your videos. Sadly I can't afford to be a patron at the moment or else I definitely would. I really enjoyed the video where you walked round the car graveyard, it was a nice chilled video. Nice to see a face we've seen for years as well, makes me feel comfortable. I watch you, Chris Harris and Mat Watson, all autocar vets
" i had it with the Honda E, I had it with the Suzuki Jimny and ive got it with this"
that and the s800, its fair to say you like small japanese , quirky, cars?
They happen to be Japanese, but are totally different.
@@djoetma yes, but all as stated. small, japanes and quirky
Pocket Rocket, enough power to have fun, not to much power to get into a lot of trouble with the law, & yes definitely will become a classic in the future, I've thrown a deposit down on a black one, Rj in Oz, love your work Johnny,
Europe always gets cooler cars. The US gets all the bloated crossovers
we're getting the GR Corolla!! Same engine and drivetrain :D
The US has v8 Muscle cars
The production quality of these videos lately have been incredible! Loving the older gentleman and his parachute just casually waddling through the shot!
Mate you're constantly excellent at presenting and thanks a million for that. BUT! The production on your videos is just reaching Jedi levels. Furkun' quality!!👏👏👏
3 cylinders eh? My guess is they cut 1 cylinder off their best 2 litre. Bigger bore = bigger valves without the problem of shrouding and there's a heap less moving parts as well. Pretty clever really.
Oh you were in Fulking and then on A27!
Great video Jonny 👍🏻
Might have been.
Great review. You're the first person since C Harris started doing youtube reviews to nail it for me. I'm now a big fan. Will head to patreon.
Keep 'em coming.
PS I like the longer than typical runtime,
Praise indeed. Thank you v much sir/madam.
It's Mr Jones and I'm patreoning you now. Have confidence, you've got this.
The opening was just like a 90's Rally VHS! Awesome!
Whoever the behind the scenes teams are beyond Johnny... KUDOS.. these videos are exceptional! UA-cam appreciates you..
Anyone that knows me will tell you that except for the exotica that I can’t afford i do not like “new” cars, they are usually dull, numb and boring, however this yaris is exciting and i genuinely want one. Absolutely not like me at all but its true. Great video as usual. 👍🏼👍🏼