- Longer, but lower
- High-tech options
- Prices from £11,170
Toyota has revealed more details of its all-new Yaris supermini, which goes on sale in August with prices starting at £11,170.
This third-generation Yaris is a fraction longer, but lower, than its predecessor. It has a more angular look than before, with chunkier bumpers and a large lower front grille.
Inside
Toyota is focusing much of its attention on the new car's interior. A longer wheelbase helps to give more passenger space; Toyota says there’s 35mm more rear legroom than in the version it replaces. Boot space has increased to an overall capacity of 347 litres.
We've sat in the car and can confirm Toyota's claims that it has a classier, more modern feel about it. First impressions are that it still isn't a match for the VW Polo's classy cabin, though. It's also worth noting that, unlike previous versions, the new Yaris no longer has a sliding rear seat. This is because the new model has a usefully longer boot, Toyota says.
Engines
Three engines are available. The petrol choices are a 68bhp three-cylinder 1.0-litre, or a 98bhp four-cylinder 1.33-litre. The diesel option is an 89bhp 1.4-litre. A hybrid version using a 1.5-litre petrol engine that can also run purely on electric power for short distances will be launched in summer 2012.
Trims
Four trims will be available. Entry-level T2 cars will be very basic, with steel wheels and black door mirrors and door handles. Toyota expects the mid-range TR will be the most popular trim, accounting for two-thirds of Toyota Yaris sales. It adds 15-inch alloys, air-conditioning, Toyota Touch, leather-trimmed steering wheel and gearknob and colour-coded door mirrors.
