The Toyota Yaris is a subcompact hatchback with a youthful vibe that may appeal to those who have an active lifestyle. It also has a new front end design – similar to that of the smaller Wigo and its subcompact sedan brother, the Vios. Inside the Yaris is a 5-passenger cabin with a 7-inch touchscreen display for entertainment. The rear seats can be folded in a 60:40 split to add to the 326-liter trunk capacity. Other standard features include a complete set of airbags, ABS with brake distribution and brake assist, and immobilizer with alarm.
The updated engine of the Yaris is a 1.3-liter Dual VVT-i 4-cylinder gasoline engine coupled to a 5-speed manual or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), or a larger 1.5-liter engine with CVT.
Launch
The current-generation Yaris hit the local market on December 20, 2017. This marked the 3rd generation of the hatchback in the Philippines. The hatchback was launched with two engines, the same 1.3 and 1.5 available with its sibling the Vios. The Toyota hatchback comes in three variants the lower tier variants come with the 1.3-liter powerplant and can come either with a CVT or a 5-speed manual. The range-topping S variant comes with the 1.5-liter engine and a CVT only.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
The Toyota Yaris uses Toyota's B platform and is powered by either a 1.3-liter or 1.5-liter. The two engines can either be had with a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT. For suspension, the hatchback has MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam at the rear. Stopping power comes in the form of ventilated discs for the front and rear. it rides on 15-inch alloy wheels with 185/60 series tires.
As the Yaris comes with two engine options, its road performance varies depending on the power plant that resides under the hood. While the 1.5L engine provides more oomph than the smaller 1.3L, both engines drove calmly and less eager to move forward from a standstill. The limitations of the CVT in terms of acceleration and holding speeds are also felt greatly in the Yaris. Handling-wise, the Yaris is good in tackling corners, considering that it has a front-wheel-drive powertrain layout. However, it needed more road feedback for a more engaging drive.
Technology Features
At the center of the interior of the Toyota Yaris, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment can be found. It features a head unit that supports CD, MP3, AM/FM radio, USB, AUX, Bluetooth and voice link for iOS and Android smartphones.
Exterior
The exterior of the Toyota Yaris is styled by Kazuya Hasegawa and Takeshi Matsuda. It takes on the shape of a hatchback and shares the same front fascia as its stablemate the Vios. it comes with either long multi-reflector halogen lights or projector halogen bulbs at the front that meets at the center with a Toyota logo. Higher tier variants also get LED day time running lights located at the lower bumper of the vehicle. The headlights flank a large bottom grille that now serves as the main source of fresh air for the vehicle.
Interior
On the inside of the Toyota Yaris comes a new design. The interior color theme comes mainly in black accented by silver for the air vents and for the center console. The seats come with a black color scheme with a red and white pattern dominating the middle portions of the seats. Higher variants get the benefit of a single zone climate control with a simple and easy to understand layout. Lower tier models, on the other hand, come with a dial setup.
Pros & Cons
What you will like about the Toyota Yaris is its selection of color options to suit almost any taste. It also features a remarkably comfortable ride for a vehicle of its size in its segment. The hatchback also boasts an impressive fuel economy, getting 19.2 km/L during our highway testing. Heavy traffic figures are also remarkable coming in at 9.1 km/L. For faster speeds at 60km/h the Yaris clocks in 13.2km/L. These figures were produced without the use of ECO mode.
What you might not like about the Toyota Yaris is the rather weak engine. While it is enough to get the vehicle going, it lacks in the get-up and go department. The steering wheel also feels too assisted which hinders communication between the wheels and the driver. The vehicle also does not come with cruise control, as well – a handy feature for those who take highway roads often.
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Toyota Yaris Specifications
Key specifications & features of the Toyota Yaris. View engine specs, dimensions, safety and technology features in our full variant pages.
Body Type
Hatchback
No. of seats
5
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Manual
CVT
Max Output (HP)
97 HP @ 6,000 rpm - 106 HP @ 6,000 rpm
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Wheel Size
15 in
Airbags
5
ISOFIX
Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Connectivity
Aux, Bluetooth and USB
*Depending on variant
Warranty
3 Years (100,000 km)
Price
₱900,000
₱952,000
Transmission Type
Manual
CVT
Transmission Category
5-Speed Manual
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fuel Consumption
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14.2 L/100 km
Entertainment System
7-inch Touchscreen Display CD, MP3, Voice Control with Weblink via 4 speakers
7-inch Touchscreen Display CD, MP3, Voice Control w/ Weblink via 6 speakers
The Toyota Yaris comes in the following colors: Attitude Black Mica, Super White II, Citrus Mica Metallic, Gray Metallic, Orange Metallic, Red Mica Metallic and Silver Metallic
The Toyota Yaris boasts a 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating. It scores highly thanks to its suite of seven airbags. The hatchback comes standard with anti-lock brakes with EBS, vehicle stability control, hill start assist speed-sensing door locks, immobilizer, and security alarm, and ISOFIX rear anchors.
Overall Score
N/A
Tested Variant: Toyota Yaris 1.5 S CVT
Child Occupant Safety
19.95
Front Impact Score
8
Side Impact Score
4
ISOFIX
Yes
Adult Occupant Safety
44.70
Front Impact Score
12.19
Side Impact Score
16
Head Protection Score
4
Driver Airbag
Yes
Front Passenger Airbag
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Yes
Side Airbag
Yes
Knee Airbag
Yes
Seat Belt Retractor Driver
Yes
Seat Belt Retractor Front Passenger
Yes
Safety Assist Technology
N/A
Effective Breaking & Avoidance
ESC
Yes
ABS
Yes
Seat Belt Reminders
SBR for Driver
Yes
SBR for Front Passenger
Yes
SBR for Rear Passenger
No
Blind Spot Technology
BST Nearside
No
BST Offside
No
Advanced Safety Assist Technologies
Intelligent Rear View Mirror
No
AEB Inter-urban
No
AEB VRU
No
Lane Departure Warning System
No
Forward Collision Warning System
No
Lane Keep Assist
No
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Does the Yaris have anti-lock brakes?
All variants of the Yaris, including the entry-level trim, come equipped with anti-lock brakes.
How many airbags does the Toyota Yaris have?
All variants of the Yaris comes equipped with a complete set of airbags (7) for the Philippine market.
Is the Toyota Yaris the same as the Vios?
Technically, these two cars are different in the Philippines but they share the same platform, design, engine options, and cabin layout.
Is the Toyota Yaris a Mazda?
In the U.S., the Yaris is a rebadged Mazda2. In the Philippines and some ASEAN countries, the subcompact hatchback isn't based on the Mazda subcompact.
Has the Toyota Yaris been discontinued?
The Toyota Yaris hasn't been discontinued just yet. Its latest generation is still sold in the Philippines alongside the Vios sedan.
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