Toyota BELTA | (2006-2021) 1st Gen | Car review | import from Japan | BEFORWARD.JP

Toyota Belta 1st Generation Review - a complete, detailed look at this underrated compact sedan that still competes strongly in the used car market. In this video, I test the real-world performance, driving comfort, fuel economy, common issues, reliability and ownership costs of the first-gen Toyota Belta. If you're considering buying a used Belta or simply want to know how well it holds up in 2026, this review will give you all the answers. Similar TOYOTA BELTA are available now at BE FORWARD. The 2006-2021 4th gen starts from around 700 USD. (PRICE AND STOCK DECEMBER 2025) Explore stock of TOYOTA BELTA vehicles at BEFORWARD.JP - the right one might be closer than you think. Stock updates daily! 👉https://go.beforward.jp/Car-Toyota_BELTA 00:00 Intro 00:22 Model overview & key specs 01:39 Driving impressions & safety features 02:43 Interior & practicality 04:16 Price & Stock at BEFORWARD.JP 04:38 Engines, Performance & Fuel Economy 05:47 How to buy Toyota BELTA at BEFORWARD.JP From the outside, it looks very similar to the Vitz / Yaris, although it's not a regular Vitz with an increased boot space. The overall length is 4.3 m, which is 55 cm more than the Vitz-Yaris hatchback sibling. More importantly, the wheelbase has also been extended by 9 cm to improve rear-row comfort. The turning radius is 4.9 m for the front-wheel drive variant as well as the 4WD ones. The suspension is tuned in a budget way — not too soft or sporty. But it's more than enough for the average user. Rough surfaces and potholes are adequately damped. The AC is efficient — depending on the trim, it might be a manual or fully automatic single-zone system. Some trims also come with a reversing camera and an extensive infotainment system complete with navigation. Keyless entry and a push-to-start button are two of the most frequently found optional extras. The Belta comes as standard with UV-cut glass to reduce heat build-up in the cabin. The boot space is certainly impressive. With a capacity of 450 litres, the Toyota Belta’s boot offers about 57% more space than the 286-litre trunk of the Vitz hatchback. Shop at BE FORWARD Now: Cars on Sale: https://go.beforward.jp/Cars-On-Sale Auto Parts: https://go.beforward.jp/AutoParts-On-Sale Subscribe for more car reviews and updates: https://www.youtube.com/c/BEFORWARD_Official?sub_confirmation=1 #toyotabelta #toyotavios #toyotavitz

Added 3 Jun 2026