GR YARIS SETELAH 2 TAHUN APA SAJA MASALAHNYA?

Summary

The video features a man test driving and reviewing his modified 2-year-old Toyota Yaris after 15,000km. He discusses the upgrades made including a carbon fiber hood, custom body kit, new exhaust system, tires and interior tweaks to mimic a high-performance JRM Yaris. Overall, he has been happy with the affordable sports car for daily driving and occasional track days. He advises on proper care and shifting techniques to avoid costly damages. While still noisy and bumpy like a sports car, he feels it’s practical enough for daily use, getting good gas mileage if driven conservatively.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video discusses a Toyota Yaris that the narrator has owned for 2 years and 15,000 km
• 🚗 Several exterior modifications have been made including a carbon fiber hood and body kit
• ⚙️ The engine remains stock but the exhaust was upgraded to a TRD version
• 👍 The car has proven reliable so far with no major issues
• 🚦 The brakes are inadequate for track use and require an upgrade
• 🛣️ Fuel economy is good, averaging 12-16 km/liter based on driving conditions
• 💺 The seats provide decent comfort and support for longer trips
• 🌡️ The engine requires careful warm up when cold to prevent cylinder wall damage
• ⛽️ Oil changes are done more frequently than factory recommendations due to track use
• 🚥 The transmission can be tricky, mistakes downshifting have damaged engines
• 👍 Overall the narrator is very satisfied with the car for daily and track use

Q & A

What car model is being reviewed in the video?

A Toyota Yaris GR, which is a high performance version of the regular Toyota Yaris.

How long has the owner had the car and what's the current mileage?

The owner has had the car for 2 years and it currently has 15,000 km (around 9,300 miles) on it.

What modifications have been done to the car?

Exterior modifications include a carbon fiber engine cover, satin body wrap, body kit, and changed the standard exhaust to a TRD exhaust. The interior and mechanics remain stock.

How well does the car handle track driving?

It performs decently well for track driving but upgrading the suspension would improve lap times significantly according to the owner.

What are some weaknesses or issues with the car?

The brakes fade when pushed hard on track. The engine is also sensitive to oil changes and proper warm up.

What fuel economy does the owner report for highway versus city driving?

On the highway the owner reports 12.5-16 km/liter (29-38 mpg). In the city that drops to 7-8 km/liter (22-26 mpg).

How comfortable are the seats for long drives?

Despite being quite firm, the owner reports the seats are surprisingly comfortable for long drives.

What advice does the owner give regarding driving the car?

Let it warm up properly before driving hard. Also shift gears smoothly to avoid money shifts which can damage the engine.

How does the cost of ownership compare to other sports cars?

The fuel economy allows running costs to remain reasonable compared to other sports cars.

What's the overall verdict on using it as a daily driver?

The owner is very happy with it as a daily driver. It offers a good balance of performance and comfort.