Toyota Yaris Cross review

Category: Small SUV

Section: Introduction

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Updated01 December 2022

Introduction

What Car? says...

The Toyota Yaris Cross is a mix of two things the Japanese manufacturer does well – small hybrid cars and SUVs – so in theory it should be good.

At first glance, with its compact size, ability to run solely on electric power at low speeds and optional four-wheel drive, it does indeed look as though it lives up to the ‘authentic urban adventurer’ tag that Toyota’s marketers have attributed to it.

FAQs

  • The entry-level Yaris Cross Icon costs more than a similarly powerful Skoda Kamiq SE 1.0 TSI 110, a similar amount to the entry-level Titanium trim Ford Puma but cheaper than the VW T-Roc Life. Find the latest prices on our New Car Deals pages.

  • Yes, the Toyota Yaris is classed as a small car and is 3940mm long, while the Yaris Cross is a small SUV and measures 4172mm.

  • There's only one engine option: a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol that works with an electric motor and a small battery to form the hybrid system. We recommend combining it with Icon trim, which offers the best value for money.

  • The ‘self-charging’ tag is used as a way of explaining that you don’t have to plug in the Yaris Cross to recharge its hybrid batteries. Instead, they are topped up every time you brake. In contrast, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) need to be charged up regularly to get the best efficiency.

  • At the time of writing, it's not a Motability option. Plenty of its stablemates are, though, including the Toyota Aygo X, the Toyota Corolla and the Toyota Yaris.

  • Boot capacity is good, matching the Skoda Kamiq figure of 400 litres. That means it should be big enough to swallow seven carry-on suitcases, a buggy or a good bulk buy at a cash and carry. The Ford Puma boot is even bigger.

At a glance
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Save up to £1,607
Target Price from £23,584
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RRP price range £24,840 - £31,565
Number of trims (see all)4
Number of engines (see all)1
Available fuel types (which is best for you?)hybrid
MPG range across all versions 55.4 - 64.2
Available doors options 5
Warranty 3 years / 60000 miles
Company car tax at 20% (min/max) £1,183 / £1,692
Company car tax at 40% (min/max) £2,366 / £3,384
Available colours