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Toyota Yaris III 1.0 VVT-i (69 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Yaris:
The Toyota Yaris is a supermini/subcompact car sold by Toyota since 1999, replacing the Starlet and Tercel.
Up to 2019, Toyota had used the Yaris nameplate on export versions of various Japanese-market models, with some markets receiving the same vehicles under the Toyota Echo name through 2005. Starting in 2020, the Yaris nameplate began to be used in Japan, which replaced the Vitz nameplate.
The Yaris nameplate has also been applied to other vehicles. From 1999 to 2005, the nameplate had been used for the Yaris Verso mini MPV sold in Europe, where it was known in Japan as the FunCargo. Since 2020, the nameplate has also been used for the subcompact crossover SUV offering called Yaris Cross. In North America, most Yaris sedan models sold from 2015 to 2020 and Yaris hatchbacks sold from 2019 until 2020 were restyled versions of the Mazda2, produced and developed by Mazda....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Toyota Yaris (III). With 93 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). Weighing only 950 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.3 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Yaris III achieved a strong 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating excellent all-round protection for occupants and good safety assist systems.
1.0 VVT-i (69 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Best suited for city driving; it struggles with acceleration and maintaining speed on highways.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a non-hybrid petrol, making it cheap to run for urban commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and low running costs
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with the hybrid model
- • Maneuverable and easy to park in urban environments
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Good resale value
Cons:
- • Some engines (1.0L) lack power for highway driving
- • CVT gearbox can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Interior plastics can feel basic compared to some rivals
- • Boot space is average for the class
- • Ride can be firm on rougher roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Yaris |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 VVT-i (69 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 69 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.1 Hp/l [100mm more] |
| Torque: | 93 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KR-FE More details about the engine 1KR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.1 l |
| Coolant: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.2 kg/Nm, 97.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 950 |
| Max. weight: | 1430 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 286 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3885 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1510 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2510 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1445 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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