Toyota Yaris 2010–2014 car dimensions: 3885 mm long, 1695 mm wide and 1510 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,045 kg. Braked towing is 900 kg.
The cabin offers a driver-focused layout with soft-touch materials on higher grades and a centre-mounted instrument cluster. Manual air conditioning is standard on mid grades, with dual-zone automatic climate control on top Lounge versions. A 6.1-inch touchscreen multimedia system with Bluetooth, USB and Aux is standard from Active grade upwards and includes a reversing camera. Cruise control appears on select higher trims or packages. Parking sensors are available as accessories or options on some grades. Seven airbags, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist and VSC form the core safety kit on most models.
Boot space measures 286 litres with the rear seats up. The 60/40 split-fold rear seats drop to create 768 litres of flat load space. A two-tier floor and widened tailgate opening aid everyday loading of shopping or luggage.
Braked towing capacity reaches 900 kg on most 1.3- and 1.5-litre models, with unbraked limited to 550 kg. Payload sits around 380-410 kg depending on engine and transmission. The car suits light trailer or small boat duties rather than heavy work.
The cabin feels roomy for a subcompact with good headroom and legroom for five. Front seats are sculpted for support and reduced fatigue on longer drives, with fabric trim and manual adjustments including driver height on higher grades. Sport seats on SE add shoulder support. Tilt steering, dual vanity mirrors, multiple cupholders and storage bins are standard. Sound-damping materials keep the ride quiet. Air conditioning is available or standard depending on grade and market, with rear heater ducts on some.
Fuel economy around 29 city/35-36 highway mpg (US) or 6.3-6.4 L/100 km combined (Canada).
Service intervals typically every 10,000 miles or 15,000 km / 1 year. oil changes often every 5,000-10,000 miles.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating (2011 model).
Standard Star Safety System: VSC, TRAC, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist. Smart Stop Technology.
Up to nine airbags standard (driver/passenger dual-stage, side, curtain, knee). seven in some markets.
LATCH child anchors. front seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters.
The 1.5-liter four-cylinder delivers efficient fuel use with EPA ratings of 29 mpg city and 35-36 mpg highway depending on transmission. Canadian figures show combined 6.3 L/100 km manual and 6.4 automatic. Real-world economy stays strong for city commuting.
Servicing follows a schedule of annual checks or every 10,000 miles/15,000 km. Oil and filter changes come more frequently under normal use, often at 5,000-mile marks in some regions. Coolant lasts longer, with first replacement around 150,000 km in European schedules.
Safety includes a reinforced body with crumple zones and high-tensile steel. The Star Safety System is standard across models from 2010, adding stability and traction control to ABS. Airbags cover front, side and curtain positions, with a driver knee bag in later years. It earned five stars from Euro NCAP.
Keeping the car simple means regular fluid checks, tire rotations and brake inspections. The design focuses on reliability with easy access to cargo via the liftback and fold-down rear seats. Warranty covers basic for 36 months/36,000 miles and powertrain longer.
Length 3885 mm, Width 1695 mm, Height 1510 mm, Wheelbase 2510 mm (Yaris 2010–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota Australia 2012 Yaris Hatch brochure, Toyota Canada 2013 Yaris specifications, autoevolution and owner's manuals.