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Originally Posted by NeilBlanchard
Hello,
I just wish there was a sixth gear...2,000RPM at 55mph and 2,500RPM at 65mph would be great. If anybody knows if the Yaris has a different final drive ratio, or if it has a different transmission -- or both, PLEASE let us know?
At least 75% if the time I just shift from third to fifth. Fifth is perfect for 40-45mph IMO.
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The Toyota Echo has the same transmission and gearing as the Yaris as well.
It's also possible to squeeze in the 6 speed from the Celica GTS/MR2/Corolla XRS/Matrix XRS/Vibe GT, but that takes some creative fabrication. The engine will bolt up, but actually shoehorning it into the car requires modifying the engine cradle and transmission mounts.
But anyway, welcome! I too just joined, and suffer from overly tall gearing. The biggest problem with the xA/xB transmission is that 4th and 5th are too close together. I'd be happier with a taller 5th gear-- turning lower RPM at cruising speeds, while not sacrificing otherwise adequate acceleration would be nice.