The segment of the autos boys is one of the most sold in Argentina, with a wide offer of models to choose from. However, the brands began to differentiate their products by quality, level of equipment and design, and there are the entry-level, more basic and economical ones, and the more “premium” ones, a classification that can be used to locate the two Toyota B-segment models, the Etios and the Yaris, which in March were in the top ten best sellers in the country.
The first in third place, with 2,632 patents and a growth of 47.1% in the year; and the Yaris with 1,116 units and an increase of 34.3 percent.
In addition, as the Etios has a guaranteed life until 2023, because in Brazil it is only manufactured for the Argentine market, and then it is not known how its production will continue, the Yaris could take its place in Argentina, which is located one step further. higher up to compete.
Toyota Yaris entry-level car: up to $79,000 per month
In principle, to access this model or any Toyota, you must follow the policy of the brand. It is necessary to sign up on the waiting list at an official dealer, and the value is closed at the time of billing, which can be in an average of 90 days. Then, to find out how much it costs to buy this car and maintain it, taking into account that it is the time of delivery, the following calculations are made.
He Yaris XS with a manual gearbox is the most economical in the range, with a price of $4.938.000. One fact to consider is that, with this value, it was cheaper than the Fiat Cronos, the best seller in the country, which since April reduced the offer from 7 to 4 versions and starts at 5,000,000 pesos.
Toyota Yaris, the possible replacement for the Yaris.
Regarding the expenses, in patent, according to the DNRPA for a car patented in CABA, the expense will be approximately $246,900, which is paid in 5 installments, although considering a monthly saving to face the expenses, it corresponds to save $20,575 per month.
As for the safethe value of a policy for a complete third party, according to an average of the best insurers, is $18,200, while for the service will have to pay $42,700 at 20,000 kilometers or 3 installments of $14,233 according to Toyota’s offer for April.
Finally, the cost of fuel, garage and washing is added. In the first case, considering a consumption of 8.5 liters per 100 km, with an annual use of 15,000 km (40 km per day), you will spend about $18,000 per month in Super and $24,000 in Premium.
This way, the expenses are the following:
- Patent: $20,575
- Insurance: $18,200
- Service: $3,558 ($42,700 prorated)
- Combustible: $18.000 / $24.000
- Garage: $15,000
- Washing: $4,000 (two per month)
This way, the monthly cost for an entry-level Yaris will be up to $79,333, that is, about $951,996 a year, without considering the increases that may impact over the months.
Toyota Yaris full car: up to $90,000 per month
In the case of choosing the most equipped option of the Yaris, it will be necessary to opt for the Yaris Hatchback S CVT, with a price of 6,432,000 pesos.
The Yaris is one of the small models that is located one step above the Etios.
In this way, what changes especially are spending on patent and safe. For the patent, you will have to spend about $321,600 per year or $26,800 per month. For insurance, it will increase on average to $23,500, considering one of the most complete third parties.
Thus, the expense will be the next:
- Patent: $26,800
- Insurance: $23,500
- Service: $3,558 ($42,700 prorated)
- Combustible: $18.000 / $24.000
- Garage: $15,000
- Washing: $4,000 (two per month)
The monthly cost for a full Yaris will be up to $90,856, that is, about $1,090,000 a year at today’s prices.
The sporty option of the Yaris, the most desired
In addition to the classic Yaris options, one of the models that attracted the most attention is the Yaris GR, the sports car, of which 300 units were sold in the country.
The Yaris is also offered in a sedan version.
However, there are still many fans waiting for it, for another edition to return. Meanwhile, The brand continues to position this model as one that is growing in sales and perhaps, in the future, it will definitely replace the Etios.
As for rivals, a small car that offers a more premium option is the Peugeot 208, especially for its design, while the Honda Fit is another of the best-equipped hatch versions in its category.
