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Toyota Yaris Cross

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Toyota Yaris Cross

(2021 - present)

    Summary


    The Toyota Yaris Cross is a small SUV/crossover, which sits below the C-HR in Toyota’s crossover family and arrived on UK roads in Summer 2021.

    Although it has ‘Yaris’ in its name and shares a lot of its mechanical bits with the hatchback of the same name, the Yaris Cross is much more than just a jacked-up Yaris hatch.

    As with most Toyotas, the Yaris Cross is only available with a hybrid powetrain – it’s a no-plug version, so the car is still mainly reliant on the 1.5-litre petrol engine. The battery is charged by the petrol engine and also by coasting and braking as you drive, with the electricity then used to drive the electric motor.

    Unlike most small crossovers, the Toyota Yaris Cross is available with all-wheel drive. That doesn’t make it a proper off-roader, however, but will help it provide more grip on wet and slippery roads.

    Providing an alternative to popular small hybrid SUV/crossovers like the Nissan Juke and Ford Puma, the Toyota Yaris Cross has also been applauded for its build quality, driving dynamics and practical interior features. Business Car add that the Yaris Cross has “on-trend looks are sure to win many admirers.”

    However, while the interior trim is very functional, reviewers frequently report that the Yaris Cross lacks cabin space when compared to its rivals. Ride comfort has also come into question, with Carwow commenting that the Toyota “does feel firm over lumps and bumps.”

    As of January 2023, the Toyota Yaris Cross holds an Expert Rating of 68%, which is competitive in the small SUV market.

    Yaris Cross highlights

    • Class-leading fuel economy
    • Practical interior
    • Toyota’s record for reliability
    • Great handling and body control
    • A whopping 10-year warranty is available

    Yaris Cross lowlights

    • Rather rigid ride comfort
    • Limited space in the back
    • So-so performance
    • Slow infotainment system
    • Pretty plain-looking interior trim

    Key specifications


    Body style: Small SUV/crossover
    Engines: petrol-electric hybrid
    Price: From £24,350 on-road

    Launched: Summer 2021
    Last updated: N/A
    Replacement due: TBA


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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 5 stars
    Date tested: October 2021
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    Adult protection: 86%
    Child protection: 84%
    Vulnerable road users: 78%
    Safety assist: 81%

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    Model tested: 1.5-litre Hybrid FWD CVT

    Overall score: 3 stars
    Date tested: November 2022
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    Clean Air Index: 6.7 / 10
    Energy Efficiency Index: 5.2 / 10
    Greenhouse Gas Index: 3.7 / 10

    Reliability rating

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    No reliability rating

    As of January 2023, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Toyota Yaris Cross to generate a reliability rating.

    The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Yaris Cross, we’ll publish the score here.

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Toyota Yaris Cross has received

    2023

    • Company Car & Van Awards – Best Small Car

    2022

    • UK Car of the Year Awards – Best Small Crossover
    • Fleet World Awards – Best Fleet Small SUV
    • What Car? Awards – True MPG Award

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