New Auris Excel Hybrid - Comments

[monya]

Picked it up last week, with pan roof so I can spot the sun if visible but without the safe sense package that the dealer said could be a distraction and a bit of a pain at times.

Previous car was a T Spirit mk1.

This model sits lower and has grown in length which is a pity.

However the touch display will be fun and the door mirrors now retract when the doors are locked which is a big improvement on having to use a puddly little button all but invisible in the dark.

Good to have individual climate control as the Mrs. Likes to be hot and I like it cool. Heated seats will keep her nice and warm.

Drivers seat has lumbar control which is helpful but only makes marginal difference. Seats seem more huggy than old model.

This new model does seem quieter than the mk1 under acceleration which wouldn't be too difficult. After 120 miles fuel consumption seems lower than before which isn't pleasing. Maybe it will improve but doubtful.

Already noted a small 'ding' in the wing due to a stone chip. If the panels were any thinner you could blow holes in it. My old Mercedes A class was much more solid. If the excuse is saving weight they needn't bother.

Rear screen seems the size of a letter box compared to the old model.

Boot is a little deeper but won't win any prizes but at least it has a tyre of sorts and not a can of gunk.

If this seems like a moan it's not really - its the negative points that stick in my mind. Overall it's a relaxing drive with enough gizmos to keep one entertained.

Anyone else to share thoughts?

[cuius]

Agree regarding the rear window "letterbox", however the rear wiper sweep has been improved from the mk.1. Assume you paid extra or negotiated a free "tyre of sorts" - or is this now standard? Like the "free" iPod connection instead of paying the extortionate price for the supply and fitting of a cable with the mk.1. Although the overall volume of the boot seems no bigger, its proportions are improved and things fit in easier. Like the keyless entry

[monya]

Seems the spacesaver tyre is standard across the range .

[Wayne2015]

Picked it up last week, with pan roof so I can spot the sun if visible but without the safe sense package that the dealer said could be a distraction and a bit of a pain at times.

Previous car was a T Spirit mk1.

This model sits lower and has grown in length which is a pity.

However the touch display will be fun and the door mirrors now retract when the doors are locked which is a big improvement on having to use a puddly little button all but invisible in the dark.

Good to have individual climate control as the Mrs. Likes to be hot and I like it cool. Heated seats will keep her nice and warm.

Drivers seat has lumbar control which is helpful but only makes marginal difference. Seats seem more huggy than old model.

This new model does seem quieter than the mk1 under acceleration which wouldn't be too difficult. After 120 miles fuel consumption seems lower than before which isn't pleasing. Maybe it will improve but doubtful.

Already noted a small 'ding' in the wing due to a stone chip. If the panels were any thinner you could blow holes in it. My old Mercedes A class was much more solid. If the excuse is saving weight they needn't bother.

Rear screen seems the size of a letter box compared to the old model.

Boot is a little deeper but won't win any prizes but at least it has a tyre of sorts and not a can of gunk.

If this seems like a moan it's not really - its the negative points that stick in my mind. Overall it's a relaxing drive with enough gizmos to keep one entertained.

Anyone else to share thoughts?

I just got a mk1 and thought it was only me noticing how THIN the doors are (compared with modern cars)!

I would love auto-folding mirrors too!

Glad u monitoring the situation and checking the car out all over (I doing the same with a fine tooth brush at the mo!) :)

[Wayne2015]

Agree regarding the rear window "letterbox", however the rear wiper sweep has been improved from the mk.1. Assume you paid extra or negotiated a free "tyre of sorts" - or is this now standard? Like the "free" iPod connection instead of paying the extortionate price for the supply and fitting of a cable with the mk.1. Although the overall volume of the boot seems no bigger, its proportions are improved and things fit in easier. Like the keyless entry

I thought the Mk2 was BIGGER - but think I check before on Parkers its the same size....is it really???

[Wayne2015]

Seems the spacesaver tyre is standard across the range .

Glad they did, as most new cars to save weight/emission etc just comes with a repair kit (even the Mk3 Yaris :()

Is the Auris spare wheel kit still £95 (space saver, tool kit, jack) same as the Yaris one (and interchangeable)?

For that matter, interchangeable with the mk1????

[Bodgerx]

'they needn't bother' with weight saving excuse on the panel thickness?

What use-case is there for thick panels?

It isn't as if you touch them a lot.

They are well rust proofed, so that isn't an issue.

I'm puzzled.

Do you like more weight?

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[monya]

What I don't like are panels that dent when struck by road stones. Paint chips are expected but not a dented panel as a result. If it adds to weight then that's fine by me. Used to have a mercedes A class and whilst had stone chips at least the panels didn't dent as a result. Would rather lose a couple of mpg thanks.

[FROSTYBALLS]

The second generation Auris (2012 onwards) is a re-work of the first generation (2007-2012), and retained the Type Approval from the first generation. So dimensions are very similar:

Wheelbase across the generations - 2600mm

First generation - length 4224mm, width 1760mm, height 1516mm

Second generation - length 4275mm, width 1760mm, height 1460mm

Second generation facelift - length 4330mm, width 1760mm. height 1475mm

[Bodgerx]

What I don't like are panels that dent when struck by road stones. Paint chips are expected but not a dented panel as a result. If it adds to weight then that's fine by me. Used to have a mercedes A class and whilst had stone chips at least the panels didn't dent as a result. Would rather lose a couple of mpg thanks.

Most car hand-books recommend leaving a generous gap between the you and the car in front as it is the single largest cause of stone chips.

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[Wayne2015]

The second generation Auris (2012 onwards) is a re-work of the first generation (2007-2012), and retained the Type Approval from the first generation. So dimensions are very similar:

Wheelbase across the generations - 2600mm

First generation - length 4224mm, width 1760mm, height 1516mm

Second generation - length 4275mm, width 1760mm, height 1460mm

Second generation facelift - length 4330mm, width 1760mm. height 1475mm

There s a Mk2 facelift already???

Which one is that?

[FROSTYBALLS]

The facelift went on sale June 2015, which had the revised frontal treatment, rear lights, revised interior, added safety equipment, the 1.2T replaced the 1.6 petrol, and the 1.6 BMW sourced diesel was introduced - http://blog.toyota.co.uk/2015-toyota-auris-price-and-specs