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Toyota Yaris Hatchback (USA) (facelift 2019) 1.5 (106 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota Yaris:
The Toyota Yaris is a supermini/subcompact car sold by Toyota since 1999, replacing the Starlet and Tercel.
Up to 2019, Toyota had used the Yaris nameplate on export versions of various Japanese-market models, with some markets receiving the same vehicles under the Toyota Echo name through 2005. Starting in 2020, the Yaris nameplate began to be used in Japan, which replaced the Vitz nameplate.
The Yaris nameplate has also been applied to other vehicles. From 1999 to 2005, the nameplate had been used for the Yaris Verso mini MPV sold in Europe, where it was known in Japan as the FunCargo. Since 2020, the nameplate has also been used for the subcompact crossover SUV offering called Yaris Cross. In North America, most Yaris sedan models sold from 2015 to 2020 and Yaris hatchbacks sold from 2019 until 2020 were restyled versions of the Mazda2, produced and developed by Mazda....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatchback (USA) (facelift 2019) Overview:
Toyota Yaris (Hatchback (USA) (facelift 2019)). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1097 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (106 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5-liter 106 Hp engine provides adequate power for city driving and daily commuting, though it can feel a bit strained during highway overtakes or when fully loaded. It's more about efficiency than outright speed.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 6.7 l/100 km (approximately 35 MPG), this engine offers commendable fuel efficiency for its class, making it an economical choice for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for a non-hybrid
- • Reputable Toyota/Mazda reliability
- • Nimble handling and easy to park
- • Standard safety features (e.g., low-speed pre-collision system)
- • Good value proposition in the subcompact segment
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance, especially on highways
- • Interior materials can feel basic
- • Rear drum brakes (on some trims)
- • Limited cargo and passenger space compared to larger compacts
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XP150, facelift 2017: 2018 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Yaris |
| Generation: | Hatchback (USA) (facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (106 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2NR-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 2NR-FE |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1086-1109 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 449 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4105 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Width: | 1694 mm mm [36mm less] |
| Height: | 1514 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1494 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1483 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
Behind the wheel of the Toyota Yaris. How does it handle on the road?