Toyota Yaris gets more spice after the update

With a more powerful hybrid car and more comprehensive equipment, the Toyota Yaris is back on track.

The fourth generation Toyota Yaris was launched in 2020 and therefore could use a refresh. This compact city car does not lack success, because last year it was the second best-selling model of the Japanese brand in our country, after the Yaris Cross and that is the biggest difference of the same name. More than 10 million copies have already been released worldwide.

Volume

The 2024 model is only differentiated by exterior details, such as a new wheel design or exterior colors that have not been released. Below is the bright Neptune Blue and contrasting black panoramic roof of our test car that can be seen in the photo. The design remains attractive and now looks young enough to last a while.

Most important is the improvement of the interior with high-quality materials for upholstery and a new digital dashboard with a central touch screen on which you can use an updated version of the multimedia system. There’s also wireless connectivity for Apple Carplay and Android Auto as well as voice control.

Self charging

On the road, you’ll appreciate the extra punch of the new plug-in hybrid powertrain variant with a system power of 130 hp and 185 Nm of torque. With that extra power, the Yaris Hybrid clearly gets the ability to run (0-100 km / h in 9.2 seconds) and change in acceleration, but it still remains very difficult. Somewhat, to our surprise, the typical consumption (WLTP) of 3.9 l/100 km seems to be possible in a relaxed driving style. Proof that plug-in hybrids are a solid alternative in the current story of electrification in the automotive industry. The standard CVT automatic transmission certainly contributes to driving comfort, but the engine revs up every time you press the accelerator pedal deeply.

The Yaris has also been improved in terms of safety, including a Pre-Collision System that detects more objects and vehicles (including pedestrians, cyclists and motorbikes), Crossroads Collision Avoidance Assist which now detects traffic in the lane two or Emergency Stop System. ( EDSS) which can help the driver if he becomes ill or ill.

The new Yaris Hybrid 130 is always connected to a CVT automatic transmission and is available on the highest equipment levels: Style 32,870 euros, GR Sport 34,580 and PREMIERE Edition 35,810 euros. These are high prices, but know that these versions are already fully equipped.