Honda Jazz challenger from Toyota, New Yaris, officially marketed domestically after sliding on Tuesday (20/2/2018). Of the many new features, the most noticeable difference in this model compared to the previous one is "Paddle Shift". Simple definition, Paddle Shift is a mini pedal that is behind the wheel on the right and left side (usually there are plus and minus images), to manually move the gears by pressing the lever behind the wheel. This is pinned on the TRD Sportivo variant Yaris. "The most requested feature is a paddle shift and shark fin antenna from the results of a survey conducted to consumers," said Tommy Hermansyah Product Knowledge of Toyota Astra Motor (TAM), Tuesday (20/2/2018). "Customers choose this first about the image, and then the CVT transmission for gear shifting is almost imperceptible, especially now that the car can be controlled manually more fun to drive, with paddle shift which is manual shifting," said Tommy.
It is also agreed by Irwan Danar Ranti Prasojo Chairman of Toyota Yaris Club Indonesia (TYCI). Irwan said, if the user environment itself Yaris, paddle shift feature has become the subject of conversation. Many are hoping that the component is pinned on the Yaris. "Friends of Yaris users no one to question the features that already exist. It's just that the most eagerly awaited is paddle shift, and finally materialized. It will be more comfortable and as expected, "said Irwan. Paddle shift in the Yaris just like the one used on the Sienta sliding door MPV. This feature is also actually already in the hatchback Honda Jazz, a tight competitor Yaris.
