@klizs82 - I'm open to considering Korean. Kia probably didn't make it to my list because their marketing efforts haven't made an impact on me. Hyundai seems to have a stronger brand in my eyes. @urstrulyash - I see what you mean. I think I'm going to opt for full option. Might go with a smaller car but better to go with full options. The guys at Toyota told me that they only have stock of the basic models of the Yaris, and you have to place an order for the full spec Yaris because the full spec Yaris would compete with the Corolla - which they don't want.