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Toyota finally returned to the hot hatch arena in 2020 under its new performance arm, Gazoo Racing (GR), with the rally-honed GR Yaris.
Built on a combined Yaris and Corolla platform, the Yaris GR packed a punch from its three-cylinder turbocharged engine and was more track focused than the VW Polo GTI.
The line-up currently starts at $55,490 for the GR Yaris GT and ranges through to $62,990 for the range-topping GR Yaris GTS.
The price range for the Toyota GR Yaris varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $55,490 and going to $62,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hatchback | 1.6L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $55,490 | $62,990 | |
| 2024 | Hatchback | 1.6L, —, 6 SP MAN | $44,110 | $56,320 | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 1.6L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $42,680 | $54,450 | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 1.6L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $40,810 | $58,520 | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 1.6L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $44,880 | $57,420 | |
The Toyota Yaris has a 1.5-litre hybrid three-cylinder engine that drives the front wheels with 85kW and 141Nm.
The performance-focused GR version has a 1.6-litre three-cylinder turbo engine with 221kW and 400Nm to drive all four wheels.
The Toyota Yaris isn't very powerful, but isn't very heavy, so it might be possible to achieve a sprint to 100km/h in less than 10 seconds.
The GR Yaris however has a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 230km/h regardless of gearbox.
There are eight colours for the standard Yaris range: Glacier White, Frosted White, Stunning Silver, Massive Grey, Ebony, Atomic Rush, Coral Rose and Bronx Bronze.
The GR Yaris comes in Glacier White, Liquid Mercury, Tarmac Black and Feverish Red.
The Yaris' interior is built for function, with several small storage spaces and basic materials. Aside from shallow shelves for small items in the dash, the Yaris' interior is very standard in terms of its layout and ergonomics.
The GR Yaris version, however, has a completely different interior that focuses on driver ergonomics over convenience.
The Toyota GR Yaris is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 8.2L/100km for Hatchback /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hatchback | 8.2L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2024 | Hatchback | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | — | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
The Toyota Yaris is a five-seat light hatch, with two seats at the front and a bench seat for three in the rear. While it's a small space in the second row, an adult could fit for a very short trip relatively comfortably.
The performance version, the GR Yaris, has a smaller rear seat that can only seat two, and it is a two-door so entry and exits are a little more awkward.
The dimensions of the Toyota GR Yaris Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hatchback | 1455x1805x3995 mm | 124 mm | |
| 2024 | Hatchback | 1455x1805x3995 mm | 124 mm | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 1455x1805x3995 mm | 124 mm | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 1455x1805x3995 mm | 124 mm | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 1455x1805x3995 mm | 124 mm | |
The Toyota GR Yaris has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x40 R18 for Hatchback in 2025.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hatchback | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2024 | Hatchback | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
An 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen that can be used with wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is the main feature in the Yaris, though there are also other features depending on variant.
Some of these features include sports seats, a head-up display and automatic climate control.
The Yaris' 36-litre fuel tank (91 RON minimum) combined with claimed 3.3L/100km fuel economy suggests you could get more than 1000km of driving range out of a single fill, but realistically it's likely you'll not reach that in the real world.
Toyota claims the GR Yaris sips 8.2L/100km of fuel (which needs to be 98 RON by the way) as a manual, or 9.1L/100km for the auto. Its 50-litre tank means you might be able to get more than 500km out of a tank of fuel if you're careful with the right foot.
