 My 2008 Yaris recently totaled in accident.  Did what it was supposed to, protect my wife and me while taking the damage.  Four days later I had a 2010 identical Yaris with even better safety features.  I cannot tell you how peppy, compact, fun to drive and SAFE this small car can be. Gas mileage is great, interior and exterior features and looks are sleek and very 'Euro' style, and the cargo room is outstanding for what basically looks like a cute Tinkertoy. Small wife  (4'11")loves the view driving it.  Great choice for many reasons.