I've has my Getz for 2 and a half years. Bought it new on Jan 2008. Its a 3dr 1.6 liter "sport" version. The only "sport" thing about it is that comes with 15" rims and low profile tires (which I've had to replace due to potholes) and a metallic finish on center fascia dashboard and door handles.
So far, I ma very happy with it. Untill today, I've had only two minor problems with it which are related to squeaks (driver's door handle where power window swithches are located, which when I slightly pushed with my left knee, made an annoying squeaking sound. Fixed by removing part, applying thing layer of black silicone rtv and put back together. Squaking gone for good). Second problem is that I've been noticing that the center dashpanel fascia is coming loose towards the lower part. I checked and the retaining clips are ok, but apparently, not strong enough to keep the fascia in place. I am planning to remove it and figure out how to solve this for good.
Besides those to minor problems, my Getz is fun to drive. Fast and responsive and it gets pretty good milage (with AC off). Not very good for cornering at fast driving, but that is understandable since the whole thing is very short (wheelbase). Braking is very good and handling is great. I do know rear seats are not very confortable (I am over 1.93 mts. tall) but anyway, when I bought it I never thought I would ever had to ride the rear seats, so I don't care.
Robert B.