Hi Eric. Thats great. The Starlet is an awesome car but very different to the Kiger. What you choose will depend on why you want a car. Compact SUV vs Sedan. Have you seen my Kiger video? Here is the link if you want to check it out: th-cam.com/video/jz1ibqnC9B8/w-d-xo.html Please subscribe to the channel if you have not already. Thanks Eric.
I just got the Baleno and it’s very similar to the Starlet. I like the ride quality , i do wish the quality of the interior was better. Lots of hard plastic but considering the price and value it provides ,the Baleno and Starlet are a good purchase.
Thanx for the review, its well done. Just to add. The Starlet does come with an option to increase the warranty from 3years to 6 or 8 years unlimited kilometres. With the Starlet, i do think you get your money back vs the Baleno
I’m glad you found the review useful. Thanks for watching Mzwandile. That’s great insight. Thank you. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. There’s a very popular 4x4 being released tomorrow at 5pm. Look out for that. Are you new to this channel? Have you watched any of the other videos?
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That can definitely be possible. The Toyota Rumion is also a good option as it’s a 7 seater. I have a review of the Rumion on the channel. Have you seen my review on the Rumion?
Thanks Goolam. Glad you enjoyed it. I’ve also got a review of the Suzuki Baleno and compare it to the Starlet. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Thanks.
That’s awesome Lyron. What’s your favourite features in your Starlet XR? Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Thank you.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld The drive and cabin feels like what you would get at a higher price point. The same goes for the features and tech in the car, for e.g. Apple Car play, auto climate control, PDC with reverse camera and the cruise control.
@@williamgray1236 that’s really great William. What’s your favourite features about your starlet XR. Thanks for watching. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Thanks
I currently have one of these,impressed!A few features that could be better would be auto lock when you move off,i have to manually lock car every time im inside(unless its a setting im not finding?) also mine only displays Km/Liters id like the option to see more options like KM/100L etc under consumption.
Thanks for the comments Andre. What country are you in? If I remember correctly my fuel consumption was showing as L/100km . Auto lock feature will definitely be handy. It could be a setting as well. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Thanks for contributing to the discussion.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Hi thanks for the reply i found the L/100km still wondering about the auto lock(haven't solved that) i live in South Africa so Auto lock while driving is a must
I recently bought a starlet and it was in for repairs. The entry button to unlock on the drivers and passengers side does this also lock the car? I have the 2023 model
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Thank you! I think they may have made an error because it’s only locking now not unlocking. That aside I am really enjoying the car! It’s amazing and it’s my first car so really loving it. Plus very fuel efficient so that’s the best.
Thank you Jason. I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for watching. Can you please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Do you own a Toyota Starlet?
Hi Busisiwe. Yes a manual is generally more efficient than an auto. But efficiency also depends a lot on the driver. With manual you can change gears when you want to so if you change early and keep the revs lower it will be more fuel efficient. However, with manual if you stretch the gears a lot then it could be less efficient than an auto. But as a rule of thumb manuals are more fuel efficient if driven correctly. Are you in the market for a new car? Are you considering the Toyota Starlet?
@@MotoringAndTechWorldyes I’m considering getting it however I want an automatic because I travel for about an hour 30 minutes to work and there is a lot of traffic so auto will be more convenient
Hi Komivi. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already. The Toyota Starlet only comes in this size with 5 seats. There is no version that has 7 seats. A bigger car than this that has 7 seats is the Toyota Rumion. You can view my video here: th-cam.com/video/5X1PQLP3JwM/w-d-xo.html
I’m not sure about that. It would definitely have to be the manual version. I tested out the Starlet XR in AT. Where did you see about this under 6L fuel efficiency? Heard from someone or read online?
Hi Sajad. In South Africa, currently the price for the entry range is R226,200 for the Xi in MT. The top of the range AT which is the XR model will cost R313,300. This is the model I have reviewed in this video. The XR in AT. What are your thoughts on this Toyota Starlet?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld First of all, I'd like to start by saying Nigeria is a Toyota country, by saying that you know what it means! You hardly see a Suzuki brand parading the roads here. Toyota starlet was very popular around the years 1990 to 1999, but now the newer models are not so popular.
@@abdultajj4285 That is really interesting. What is more peculiar is that the newer models are not that popular in Nigeria. Wow. Do people in Nigeria just generally keep their cars for that much longer than South Africans? Or the newer models coming out there are not offering a value for money proposition. Here in South Africa the latest models are very popular. It's amazing to hear about how different countries perceive the same car. We have to note that there are subtle differences in the models released per country.
Starlet is a Baleno. Toyota gets direct from Suzuki. 100% the same except for cosmetically different front bumper and wheels. I got 22.8km per liter on a 160km round-trip last weekend for the manual version. Claimed is 5.4L per 100km which is 18.5km/l Average currently on 16km/l average for mostly town driving Way better value for money than Starlet. 5 year 200 000 km warranty and 4 year 60 000km service plan
Wow this is really awesome. That is absolutely great consumption. Its always nice when your consumption is better than the claimed fuel consumption by the manufacturer. Thanks for contributing to this conversation. Your input is very valuable coming from an owner of the Baleno which is a direct comparison with the Starlet. Have you seen my latest video on the Corolla Cross XR? What are your thoughts on that vehicle?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld hey Muhammed...don't mean to hijack your post and over share. Just thought I'd chip in as coincidentally just went through car buying trading exercise. I have owned BMW and Audi for 20 years but recent struggles with cost and constant breakdown of Audi A6 3.0T drove me insane so I bought 2021 Toyota Corolla Sedan XR as I wanted manual and normal aspirated. Done with spending money on turbo and DSG repairs. Because I know the Baleno is adopted and rebranded as Starlet by Toyota like they do with Brezza that they sell as Urban Cruiser I went to Toyota for Starlet for my son. Test drove and got quote and was disappointed that for way more money in Starlet XS (middle of range model) you get way less spec and warranty than on baseline Baleno GL. Bought Baleno instead as I bought my daughter a Swift 3 years ago and that's a great little car. I looked at test drive Corolla Cross but I don't like the horrible CVT gearbox and bought the Corolla Sedan with manual 6 speed instead. Keep up the reviews and best of luck with growing your channel sir.
@@mprinsgsxr not a problem at all. I appreciate your insight and experience. It is really helpful. In the end value for money is what counts the most and we must buy what we think will provide the best value. Which is exactly what you did. The Baleno and swift are great cars. How is your daughters Swift moving? That's really a great value for money car. I have reviewed the 2021 Swift. Absolutely amazing. If you haven't you must check out my video on the Suzuki Swift. I do some theatrics in there. lol. Thanks again for your valuable contributions. It is much appreciated. Thanks for subscribing to my channel as well. Here is a link to my Swift video if you would like to check it out: th-cam.com/video/rg-oOWYDzvs/w-d-xo.html
And on the BASE Baleno - cruise control, reverse radar and camera, etc. Plus, as you say, that 5 year warranty. All for R225 000. I can't understand why anyone would pay more for similar specs on a 'Toyota' (Suzuki).
@@dikatsomoteu8343 I am not entirely sure of the difference but generally its cosmetic. The XR might have a better infotainment system, better lights, more interior features. A lot of the time it is worth it to get the XR for the additional features. I will see if I can check the features and get back to you. Have you subscribed to my channel as yet? If not can you please subscribe. It will help grow the channel. Currently, more than 95% of people who are watching my videos are not subscribed. Thanks Dikatso.
@@dikatsomoteu8343 you can use this link and compare the different models. Let me know if it is helpful: www.toyota.co.za/specs-compare/starlet?model=75G
@@hashirhasankc awesome. How is the Baleno? Thanks for subscribing to my channel. I really appreciate it. Please share my videos with your friends and family.
@@hashirhasankc that is great to hear. What are your favourite features in the Baleno? I am hoping to review the Baleno soon. Keep an eye on my channel for updates on my next videos.
Nice love the car, I'm actually thinking of going for the renault kiger but the starlet just makes perfect sense.
Hi Eric. Thats great. The Starlet is an awesome car but very different to the Kiger. What you choose will depend on why you want a car. Compact SUV vs Sedan. Have you seen my Kiger video? Here is the link if you want to check it out: th-cam.com/video/jz1ibqnC9B8/w-d-xo.html Please subscribe to the channel if you have not already. Thanks Eric.
I just got the Baleno and it’s very similar to the Starlet. I like the ride quality , i do wish the quality of the interior was better. Lots of hard plastic but considering the price and value it provides ,the Baleno and Starlet are a good purchase.
Thanks for your insight. They are closely matched yes. Have you seen the comparison video I’ve done between the Starlet and the Baleno?
Nice video buddy. Just subscribed. Planning to get this car next month
Thanks man. Glad you enjoyed it. And I appreciate the sub 👌🏻What are your favourite features about the Toyota Starlet?
Thanx for the review, its well done. Just to add. The Starlet does come with an option to increase the warranty from 3years to 6 or 8 years unlimited kilometres. With the Starlet, i do think you get your money back vs the Baleno
I’m glad you found the review useful. Thanks for watching Mzwandile. That’s great insight. Thank you. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. There’s a very popular 4x4 being released tomorrow at 5pm. Look out for that. Are you new to this channel? Have you watched any of the other videos?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld I'm new to the channel. Do tag us on the new release
@@mzwandilejanuary4222 great welcome. Click subscribe and put your notifications on. A video will release tomorrow at 5pm (CAT) Which country are you in? It will pop up on your TH-cam if you subscribe.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld South Africa
@@mzwandilejanuary4222 great, me too.
I love your review. Would you advise someone/starter to use it for online taxi services?
That can definitely be possible. The Toyota Rumion is also a good option as it’s a 7 seater. I have a review of the Rumion on the channel. Have you seen my review on the Rumion?
Decent review.
Here = door sills, rear bumper, door compartment etc.
Thanks Goolam. Glad you enjoyed it. I’ve also got a review of the Suzuki Baleno and compare it to the Starlet. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Thanks.
Great review. I have the 2021 XR Auto and am really enjoying the car.
That’s awesome Lyron. What’s your favourite features in your Starlet XR? Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Thank you.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld The drive and cabin feels like what you would get at a higher price point. The same goes for the features and tech in the car, for e.g. Apple Car play, auto climate control, PDC with reverse camera and the cruise control.
Same
@@williamgray1236 that’s really great William. What’s your favourite features about your starlet XR. Thanks for watching. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Thanks
I currently have one of these,impressed!A few features that could be better would be auto lock when you move off,i have to manually lock car every time im inside(unless its a setting im not finding?) also mine only displays Km/Liters id like the option to see more options like KM/100L etc under consumption.
Thanks for the comments Andre. What country are you in? If I remember correctly my fuel consumption was showing as L/100km . Auto lock feature will definitely be handy. It could be a setting as well. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Thanks for contributing to the discussion.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Hi thanks for the reply i found the L/100km still wondering about the auto lock(haven't solved that) i live in South Africa so Auto lock while driving is a must
I recently bought a starlet and it was in for repairs. The entry button to unlock on the drivers and passengers side does this also lock the car? I have the 2023 model
Hi Fiona. Yes that button should lock and unlock the car. Are you enjoying your Starlet so far? I hope you found this video useful.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Thank you!
I think they may have made an error because it’s only locking now not unlocking.
That aside I am really enjoying the car! It’s amazing and it’s my first car so really loving it. Plus very fuel efficient so that’s the best.
Nice car i bought it 2 weeks ago
That's awesome. How is it so far? And which model did you buy? Please subscribe to the channel if you haven't already. I will really appreciate it.
Great review. Awesome.
Thank you Jason. I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for watching. Can you please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I’ll really appreciate it. Do you own a Toyota Starlet?
Is the petrol efficiency different between an auto and manual?
Hi Busisiwe. Yes a manual is generally more efficient than an auto. But efficiency also depends a lot on the driver. With manual you can change gears when you want to so if you change early and keep the revs lower it will be more fuel efficient. However, with manual if you stretch the gears a lot then it could be less efficient than an auto. But as a rule of thumb manuals are more fuel efficient if driven correctly. Are you in the market for a new car? Are you considering the Toyota Starlet?
I'm considering to buy this car
@@elizabethtshegofatso1179 great. What do you like about it?
@@MotoringAndTechWorldyes I’m considering getting it however I want an automatic because I travel for about an hour 30 minutes to work and there is a lot of traffic so auto will be more convenient
thx for the review xx
Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it. What do you like the most about this new Starlet?
IS there Toyota starlet suv7 seats?
Hi Komivi. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already. The Toyota Starlet only comes in this size with 5 seats. There is no version that has 7 seats. A bigger car than this that has 7 seats is the Toyota Rumion. You can view my video here: th-cam.com/video/5X1PQLP3JwM/w-d-xo.html
Is it true its Suzuki twin has a fuel consumption of under 6l per 100kms
I’m not sure about that. It would definitely have to be the manual version. I tested out the Starlet XR in AT. Where did you see about this under 6L fuel efficiency? Heard from someone or read online?
Old model is best looking then 2022
thanks for commenting. What features did you like better in the older model?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Toyota starlet Gt tarbo
What is the price
Hi Sajad. In South Africa, currently the price for the entry range is R226,200 for the Xi in MT. The top of the range AT which is the XR model will cost R313,300. This is the model I have reviewed in this video. The XR in AT. What are your thoughts on this Toyota Starlet?
Starlet wasn't started in 2020, it has been around for quite long. I think Toyota discontinued it and bring it back again!
Thanks for the insight Abdul. Which country are you in?
@@MotoringAndTechWorldYou're welcome brother. I'm from Nigeria
@@abdultajj4285 how is the popularity of the Starlet vs the Baleno in Nigeria?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld First of all, I'd like to start by saying Nigeria is a Toyota country, by saying that you know what it means! You hardly see a Suzuki brand parading the roads here. Toyota starlet was very popular around the years 1990 to 1999, but now the newer models are not so popular.
@@abdultajj4285 That is really interesting. What is more peculiar is that the newer models are not that popular in Nigeria. Wow. Do people in Nigeria just generally keep their cars for that much longer than South Africans? Or the newer models coming out there are not offering a value for money proposition. Here in South Africa the latest models are very popular. It's amazing to hear about how different countries perceive the same car. We have to note that there are subtle differences in the models released per country.
Price
Details of the price are discussed in the video. What are your thoughts on this car?
Starlet is a Baleno. Toyota gets direct from Suzuki. 100% the same except for cosmetically different front bumper and wheels.
I got 22.8km per liter on a 160km round-trip last weekend for the manual version.
Claimed is 5.4L per 100km which is 18.5km/l
Average currently on 16km/l average for mostly town driving
Way better value for money than Starlet. 5 year 200 000 km warranty and 4 year 60 000km service plan
Wow this is really awesome. That is absolutely great consumption. Its always nice when your consumption is better than the claimed fuel consumption by the manufacturer. Thanks for contributing to this conversation. Your input is very valuable coming from an owner of the Baleno which is a direct comparison with the Starlet. Have you seen my latest video on the Corolla Cross XR? What are your thoughts on that vehicle?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld hey Muhammed...don't mean to hijack your post and over share. Just thought I'd chip in as coincidentally just went through car buying trading exercise. I have owned BMW and Audi for 20 years but recent struggles with cost and constant breakdown of Audi A6 3.0T drove me insane so I bought 2021 Toyota Corolla Sedan XR as I wanted manual and normal aspirated. Done with spending money on turbo and DSG repairs.
Because I know the Baleno is adopted and rebranded as Starlet by Toyota like they do with Brezza that they sell as Urban Cruiser I went to Toyota for Starlet for my son. Test drove and got quote and was disappointed that for way more money in Starlet XS (middle of range model) you get way less spec and warranty than on baseline Baleno GL. Bought Baleno instead as I bought my daughter a Swift 3 years ago and that's a great little car.
I looked at test drive Corolla Cross but I don't like the horrible CVT gearbox and bought the Corolla Sedan with manual 6 speed instead.
Keep up the reviews and best of luck with growing your channel sir.
@@mprinsgsxr not a problem at all. I appreciate your insight and experience. It is really helpful. In the end value for money is what counts the most and we must buy what we think will provide the best value. Which is exactly what you did. The Baleno and swift are great cars. How is your daughters Swift moving? That's really a great value for money car. I have reviewed the 2021 Swift. Absolutely amazing. If you haven't you must check out my video on the Suzuki Swift. I do some theatrics in there. lol. Thanks again for your valuable contributions. It is much appreciated. Thanks for subscribing to my channel as well. Here is a link to my Swift video if you would like to check it out: th-cam.com/video/rg-oOWYDzvs/w-d-xo.html
And on the BASE Baleno - cruise control, reverse radar and camera, etc. Plus, as you say, that 5 year warranty. All for R225 000. I can't understand why anyone would pay more for similar specs on a 'Toyota' (Suzuki).
@@robintyson591 Wow thanks for adding this insight Robin. Are you looking at getting the Baleno?
Hi
Hi. Are you in South Africa? I have replied about the price to your other comment.
I don't like the back, the boot looks like it was just slapped on
That’s an interesting point. Thanks for contributing to the discussion Dikatso. Do you drive a Toyota?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld no. Was considering buying one. What is the difference between the XR amd Xs
@@dikatsomoteu8343 I am not entirely sure of the difference but generally its cosmetic. The XR might have a better infotainment system, better lights, more interior features. A lot of the time it is worth it to get the XR for the additional features. I will see if I can check the features and get back to you. Have you subscribed to my channel as yet? If not can you please subscribe. It will help grow the channel. Currently, more than 95% of people who are watching my videos are not subscribed. Thanks Dikatso.
@@dikatsomoteu8343 you can use this link and compare the different models. Let me know if it is helpful: www.toyota.co.za/specs-compare/starlet?model=75G
Baleno>>>Starlet
100%. Do you have the Starlet or Baleno?
@@MotoringAndTechWorld iam from IndiaI have the Baleno.
@@hashirhasankc awesome. How is the Baleno? Thanks for subscribing to my channel. I really appreciate it. Please share my videos with your friends and family.
@@MotoringAndTechWorld Baleno is the best in the segment here.
@@hashirhasankc that is great to hear. What are your favourite features in the Baleno? I am hoping to review the Baleno soon. Keep an eye on my channel for updates on my next videos.