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The first-generation Toyota Yaris was a revelation when it was introduced in 1999.
Japan’s answer to the Ford Fiesta is a packaging masterpiece, with plenty of smart storage space, a center-mounted virtual tool display, a sliding rear seat, and an ultra-modern, effective 1. 0-liter engine.
Critics were appropriately inspired and named it European Car of the Year 2000. Fast forward to 2021 and the new fourth generation has won the same accolade for many of the same reasons.
In essence, the Yaris’ offering hasn’t been replaced: it’s still a cleverly packaged supermini with a modern powertrain and Toyota’s strong reputation at the rear. Of course, after 22 years, some things have been replaced. There’s a lot more generation on board, and the 1. 0-liter VVT has been replaced by a full hybrid powertrain.
Visually, it’s hard to see much connection between the first and fourth generation, especially in our GR Sport control car. This deserves not to be with the Toyota GR Yaris, which is a very different beast. The GR Sport is like Hyundai’s N-Line or Ford’s ST-Line: it’s a set of details and style that dresses regular models with some of the model’s attributes of genuine functionality. In fact, it is a direct rival to the Fiesta ST-Line.
So the Yaris GR Sport has flashier 18-inch alloy wheels, a mesh grille, a rear spoiler and sports seats, but under the skin, it’s a Yaris.
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Externally, the new Yaris is a genuine look no matter the trim level. It went from a nondescript point to something much more useful and interesting. Even popular swamp cars have some of the muscular attitude of rally models.
The interior has more in common with past generations, it is a new logo for this fourth-generation car.
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Like the Mk1, it doesn’t have the flashiest interior. It is a very delicate and practical feeling, but a lot of black and gray plastic without lifting it too much. The same can be said for the Fiesta, but things like Vauxhall Corsa and Seat Ibiza have a bit more style, and a Skoda Fabia has a more premium look and feel.
Touches like the small top touchscreen fixed in a large plastic definition and fundamental demonstration of the tool are a step forward on the Corsa, Fabia and Ibiza in terms of design, but they still look forged and delicate in a reliable Toyota form. There are plenty of convenient touches, from a giant garage wallet to a well-placed phone tray and what it lacks in style, it makes up for its solidity.
It will also offer a decent area for the classroom. The Renault Clio and Skoda Fabia have more space in the rear seats, but they fit seamlessly into the Corsa and Fiesta and feel quite spacious. The trunk of the Yaris has 286 liters, which puts it at the rear of the segment with the Corsa and the Fiesta, while the Fabia and Clio will be offering about a hundred liters more.
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To simplify things, the Yaris comes with a single engine/gearbox option. The full 1. 5-liter hybrid with E-CVT produces 114 hp and gives up to 64 mpg and is presented unlike the Renault Clio E-Tech and Honda jazz full hybrids.
The all-new hybrid formula works well, but expect no less from one of the early adopters of the technology. It walks away gently, quietly and with a decent growl under the source of force and the transition to petrol mode is smooth. The engine is a bit gritty and noisy, especially at low revs, but the overall refinement is pretty clever if kept measured.
It feels competent and installed at high speeds, but is more comfortable in urban environments, where Toyota says it can operate in EV mode up to 80% of the time. That said, the car’s new platform makes it strangely responsive and fun. conduction. This isn’t suitable for the Fiesta, but it feels smooth and agile and drives better than a Fiesta ST-Line, but not as well as a Clio or Citroën C3.
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Prices for the Toyota Yaris start at £21,450 and go up to £24,420 for our high-end GR Sport. The full suite of Toyota Sense motive power technologies provide a helping hand technologies that offer everything from adaptive cruise to cornering, aiding at intersections to avoid collisions at junctions. The extra cash unlocks larger wheels, sports seats, keyless entry/start, a larger touchscreen, dual-zone climate and a six-speaker audio formula and puts you partying with the tougher Ford Fiesta ST-Line, Vauxhall Corsa GS Line and Skoda Fabia Monte-Carlo.
Is it bigger than those? Probably not in each and every way, but definitely worth considering compared to them. Other cars are cheaper, offer more space, sharper interior design and a more attractive drive, but the Yaris has a beautiful look, intelligent and efficient transmission. , practical design and something of the latest generation in comfort and safety.
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Price: £24,420 (£25,640 as tested); Engine: 1. 5 liters, three-cylinder, gasoline with hybrid engine; Power: 114 hp; Even: N/A; Transmission: E-CVT; Top speed: 109 mph; 0-100 km/h: 9. 7 seconds; Economy: 57. 6-64. 2 mpg; CO2 emissions: 99-112 g/km
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