Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris – Practical, Reliable & Feature-Rich Compact Sedan
The Toyota Yaris, also referred to as the Toyota Corolla Yaris in some countries including Pakistan, is a compact sedan that has gained popularity due to its practicality, reliability, and fuel efficiency. Launched in Pakistan in 2020 as a replacement for the 1.3L and 1.5L variants of the Toyota Corolla, the Yaris slots into the subcompact segment but carries the dependability associated with the Corolla badge.
🛠️ Engine and Performance
The Yaris comes with two engine options in Pakistan:
- 1.3L DOHC VVT-i Engine
- Power: 98 hp @ 6000 rpm
- Torque: 123 Nm @ 4200 rpm
- 1.5L Dual VVT-i Engine
- Power: 106 hp @ 6000 rpm
- Torque: 140 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Transmission Options:
- 5-speed Manual
- 7-speed CVT Automatic (Super CVT-i with sequential mode)
Fuel Efficiency:
- 1.3L Manual: ~14–15 km/l
- 1.3L CVT: ~15–17 km/l
- 1.5L CVT: ~13–15 km/l
Top Speed: Around 180 km/h
Drive Type: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
📐 Exterior Design
Toyota Yaris has a modern and sleek exterior that balances style and function. While it may not be as aggressively styled as some competitors, it remains attractive to conservative and practical buyers.
- Halogen headlamps with DRLs (top variants)
- Chrome front grille
- Body-colored door handles and mirrors
- LED rear lights (top trims)
- Alloy wheels in higher variants (15-inch)
- Shark-fin antenna (in 1.5 variants)
Dimensions:
- Length: 4,425 mm
- Width: 1,730 mm
- Height: 1,475 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,550 mm
- Ground Clearance: 175 mm
🛋️ Interior and Comfort
The Yaris offers a spacious and comfortable cabin, especially for a subcompact sedan. The interior is designed for daily usability, family travel, and comfort.
- Dual-tone beige and black dashboard
- Push start button (1.5 ATIV X)
- Smart entry system
- 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system (with Bluetooth, USB, AUX)
- Steering-mounted audio and call controls
- Digital climate control (top trims)
- Optitron meter with MID display
- Rear camera and parking sensors
- Power windows and power steering
- Rear AC vents (missing in base models)
Boot Space: 476 liters — good enough for long trips and family use.
🛡️ Safety Features
Toyota Yaris provides a decent safety package, particularly in the higher trims:
- Dual front airbags (standard across all variants)
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
- EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
- Brake Assist (BA)
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) – in 1.5 ATIV X
- Hill Start Assist
- Immobilizer and security alarm
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
- Front and rear seat belts with pre-tensioners
🚘 Available Variants in Pakistan (2025)
Toyota Yaris is available in multiple trims to suit different budgets and needs:
| Variant | Engine | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| Yaris 1.3 GLi MT | 1.3L | Manual |
| Yaris 1.3 GLi CVT | 1.3L | Automatic |
| Yaris 1.3 ATIV MT | 1.3L | Manual |
| Yaris 1.3 ATIV CVT | 1.3L | Automatic |
| Yaris 1.5 ATIV X MT | 1.5L | Manual |
| Yaris 1.5 ATIV X CVT | 1.5L | Automatic |
💰 Price Range in Pakistan (2025)
- Starting Price (1.3 GLi MT): PKR 4,500,000
- Top Variant (1.5 ATIV X CVT): PKR 5,700,000+
Prices may vary slightly based on region, dealership, and availability.
✅ Pros
- Excellent fuel economy
- Resale value and Toyota brand trust
- Reliable and durable engine
- Variety of trims and features
- Comfortable suspension for city and highway
- Good spare parts availability
❌ Cons
- Conservative and outdated design (vs. Honda City or Changan Alsvin)
- No sunroof in any variant
- No rear AC vents in lower trims
- Limited tech features compared to newer sedans
- Price increase has made base variants less competitive
🔚 Conclusion
The Toyota Yaris is a no-nonsense, practical sedan that excels in fuel efficiency, reliability, and comfort. It is ideal for family use, daily commuting, and long-term ownership. While it may not be the most feature-rich or aggressive in design, it offers peace of mind, which is what many Pakistani buyers value most.
