Al-Futtaim Motors launches the new Toyota Yaris hatchback

The Yaris which can now be seen at all Al-Futtaim Motors showrooms, has become Toyota's best-selling model in Europe and is particularly loved by younger drivers. Since its launch in 1999, Yaris sales in Europe have increased every year. The vehicle has also earned the reputation of being Toyota's most affordable passenger car and was previously voted 'European Car of the Year' by motoring journalists.

Styled at Toyota's European design studio, the Yaris is an easy and fun to drive hatchback, with a stylish, modern design giving it a playful, yet proud stance. It has a remarkably roomy interior which provides plenty of legroom for the driver and passengers. The rear seat flexibility provides various seating configurations and a flat luggage area, using a convenient 60:40 split design.

In a recent J.D. Power and Associates survey (2005 UK CSI Study), the Yaris scored top marks for Service Experience, Performance, Interior Comfort, Style and Ownership Costs. It also scored high marks for Mechanical Quality, Interior and Exterior Quality.

"The introduction of the Toyota Yaris hatchback to the UAE market has come at a time when motorists are looking for compact, stylish vehicles. I feel sure that Al-Futtaim Motors customers will be extremely impressed with this youthful and remarkably roomy car," said Colin Leitch, Managing Director, Al-Futtaim Motors.

Stylish, spacious, fun to drive, with impressive fuel economy, the 1.3 litre engine Yaris has choice of a 5 Speed Manual or 4 Speed Automatic transmissions. Featuring ultra-modern interior and exterior styling, it sits on an all-new platform, which is longer and wider than its predecessor providing excellent handling and maneuverability. Agile and stable, the newly developed suspension and highly rigid body are complemented by meticulous attention from Toyota engineers to world-class standards of collision safety, including driver and passenger air bags.