For Choosing this model makes Yaris ownership cheap. The interior is impressively roomy and TR trim provides all the kit you need.
Against The tiny engine means this Yaris is very slow and a bit too noisy. The Yaris isn’t as good to drive as many supermini rivals.
TR trim gives the best balance of equipment and affordability, but we’re not fans of the 1.0-litre engine. It’s too weak, too noisy and it doesn’t cost much to upgrade to the 1.33.
Three engines are available for the Toyota Yaris. We'd avoid the entry-level 68bhp three-cylinder 1.0-litre petrol because it’s very slow, even when you rev it hard. It generates too much noise and vibration, too. The same is true of the 89bhp 1.4-litre diesel, but at least it gives decent performance. We'd go for the 98bhp 1.33 petrol – it's by far the smoothest engine of the bunch. We've driven a hybrid version, too, but Toyota hasn't yet confirmed whether or not it'll be coming to the UK.
The entry-level T2 model is pretty sparse, but TR comes with alloys and air-con, plus a touch-screen stereo system that also incorporates Bluetooth and a reversing camera.
The Yaris comes with a five-year, 100,000-mile warranty, which along with Toyota's reputation for bullet-proof reliability, should give owners great peace of mind.