Toyota Yaris

Toyota · Yaris

Yaris

Released August 2020

The fourth-generation Yaris supermini, sold in the UK only as a self-charging hybrid, updated with a more powerful 129 bhp option, suited to town drivers who want very low fuel use.

Body
Hatchback
Powertrain
Hybrid
Power
114–129 bhp
Range
–
Boot
286 l

What reviewers say

Reviewers agree the fourth-generation Yaris is exceptionally economical, well equipped and easy to drive in town. All three criticise the cramped rear seats and small boot, a firm ride that gets worse on larger wheels, and an engine that turns noisy under hard acceleration; Autocar and Auto Express also found the cabin plain, with some cheap plastics.

From autocar.co.uk, whatcar.com and autoexpress.co.uk

Performance

Powertrain
Hybrid
Power
114–129 bhp
0–62 mph
9.2–9.7 s
Top speed
109 mph
Engine or motors
1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol (90 bhp) with electric motor; total system output 114 bhp (116 DIN hp, 85 kW) or 129 bhp (130 DIN hp, 96 kW); lithium-ion hybrid battery
Torque
120 Nm engine; electric motor 141 Nm (114 bhp) or 185 Nm (129 bhp)
Gearbox
e-CVT automatic
Drive
Front-wheel drive

Range and charging

Economy (WLTP)
67.3–70.6 mpg
Efficiency
WLTP combined: 70.6 mpg (Icon, Design), 67.3 mpg (Excel, GR Sport)
CO2 emissions
91–96 g/km (WLTP combined)

Practicality

Body
Hatchback
Seats
5
Boot
286 litres
Length
3,940 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Weight
From 1,145 kg
Boot
286 litres
Towing
450 kg braked or unbraked
Size
3,940 mm long, 1,745 mm wide, 1,500 mm high; 2,560 mm wheelbase; 5.2 m turning radius (tyre); kerb weight 1,145–1,190 kg; drag coefficient 0.31

Tech and safety

Infotainment
Toyota Touch 3 with nine-inch display, or 10.5-inch Toyota Smart Connect+ (Excel, GR Sport); seven-inch or 12.3-inch digital driver's display
Driver assistance
Toyota Safety Sense standard, including Pre-Collision System, adaptive cruise control, Lane Trace Assist and Acceleration Suppression
Warranty
3 years or 60,000 miles

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Up to 70.6 mpg (WLTP combined)
  • Hybrid-only line-up with an e-CVT automatic as standard
  • Toyota Safety Sense driver assistance on every version

Cons

  • 286-litre boot is small for the class
  • Towing limited to 450 kg
  • Top speed of 109 mph

Closest rivals

Model
BodyPowertrainPowerRangeBootReleased
HatchbackHybrid121 bhp–304 lJun 2020
HatchbackHybrid, Petrol89–143 bhp–391 lOct 2019
HatchbackPetrol, Hybrid, Electric99–154 bhp226–268 mi352 lSept 2019

Sources

  1. media.toyota.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/pdf/260307-Yaris-Tech-Specs.pdf
  2. media.toyota.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/pdf/Yaris-prices-September-2026.p…
  3. media.toyota.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/pdf/260307-Yaris-Press-Pack.pdf
  4. media.toyota.co.uk/vehicles/yaris-2020-current
  5. media.toyota.co.uk/all-new-toyota-yaris-hybrid-launched-with-special-retail-off…

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