Hatchback · 2011–2020

ToyotaYaris

Reliability first. Hybrid versions dominate later years and thrash petrols in traffic. GR Yaris is a homologation special — not a normal Yaris.

Best for: Buyers who prioritise low drama and hybrid thrift.

Indicative running costs ~£1,892–£2,686 / year

Power: 99 hp
Economy: 50–58 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Often 175/65 R15 – 195/50 R16

Tyre pressure (cold)

Typically ~32–36 PSI cold (door sticker)

Engine oil

Petrol: often 0W-20 / 5W-30 Toyota; hybrid: 0W-16 or 0W-20 hybrid grade

Oil capacity

About 3.4–4.2 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Toyota Yaris at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£1,892–£2,686 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£909/yr @ 58 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£160–£320 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£100–£260 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

8 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Active / Icon 1.0 VVT-i Basic petrol. 1.0 VVT-i · 55–62 mpg	1.0 VVT-i	69 hp	55–62 mpg	~£195*
Icon / Design 1.33 VVT-i Common non-hybrid. 1.33 VVT-i · 50–58 mpg	1.33 VVT-i	99 hp	50–58 mpg	~£195*
Yaris Hybrid Icon City thrift king. 1.5 Hybrid · 65–75 mpg	1.5 Hybrid	100 hp	65–75 mpg	~£195*
Hybrid Design / Excel Higher kit hybrids. 1.5 Hybrid · 60–75 mpg	1.5 Hybrid	100–116 hp	60–75 mpg	~£195*
GR Sport Hybrid Sporty hybrid trim. 1.5 Hybrid · 60–70 mpg	1.5 Hybrid	116 hp	60–70 mpg	~£195*
Yaris GRMN Rare hot Yaris. 1.8 supercharged · 30–35 mpg	1.8 supercharged	212 hp	30–35 mpg	~£195*
GR Yaris Homologation special — Circuit pack etc. 1.6 turbo AWD · 30–35 mpg	1.6 turbo AWD	257–280 hp	30–35 mpg	~£195*
GR Yaris Circuit Pack Diffs and forged wheels — collector interest. 1.6 turbo AWD · 30–35 mpg	1.6 turbo AWD	257–280 hp	30–35 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.3 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeOften 175/65 R15 – 195/50 R16

Tyre pressureTypically ~32–36 PSI cold (door sticker)

OilPetrol: often 0W-20 / 5W-30 Toyota; hybrid: 0W-16 or 0W-20 hybrid grade

Oil capacityAbout 3.4–4.2 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Yaris

1Hybrid: check health readout and service stamps
2Rear brakes can seize from regen under-use
3GR Yaris: specialist market and insurance

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Hybrid battery health and inverter coolant on hybrid variants
Rear brake corrosion from regenerative braking under-use
12V auxiliary battery failure

Toyota Yaris FAQs

Is a used Toyota Yaris expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£1,892–£2,686 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Toyota Yaris need?

Typically ~32–36 PSI cold (door sticker). Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Toyota Yaris take?

Petrol: often 0W-20 / 5W-30 Toyota; hybrid: 0W-16 or 0W-20 hybrid grade. Capacity is About 3.4–4.2 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Toyota Yaris problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Hybrid battery health and inverter coolant on hybrid variants; Rear brake corrosion from regenerative braking under-use. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Toyota Yaris ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Toyota manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN