Toyota iQ first generation

The Toyota iQ first generation (2009–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 31 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: KGJ10, NGJ10 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2,990 mm RDW | 2,985–3,078 mm |
| Width | 1,680 mm RDW | 1,680 mm |
| Height | 1,500 mm RDW | 1,500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,000 mm RDW | 2,000 mm |
| Front track | 1,480 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,460 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 820–835 kg RDW | 860–1,140 kg |
| Mass in running order | 920–935 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,210–1,215 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,210 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 238 L |
| Fuel tank | – | 32 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 150 km/h RDW | 150–170 km/h |
| Torque | 91–190 Nm ASTRA | 91–190 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/65R15, 175/60R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 93.5% (91.6–95.0) | 86.4% | 800 |
| 9–12 years | 88.1% (87.7–88.6) | 77.9% | 19,517 |
| 13 years and older | 84.0% (83.5–84.4) | 69.2% | 26,201 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 30.4% | 32.4% |
| Tyres | 25.5% | 31.2% |
| Suspension | 18.0% | 35.1% |
| Lights and electrics | 15.3% | 23.7% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 10.3% | 10.3% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 7.3% | 13.7% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 31 versions of the Toyota iQ first generation
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European Union 11 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2015 | 1.0 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 104–105 g/km | 45,110 |
| 2011–2015 | 1.3 L | 72 kW (98 PS) | Petrol | 118–120 g/km | 9,900 |
| 2010–2014 | – | – | Petrol | 108–116 g/km | 3,682 |
| 2013 | 1.3 L | – | Other fuel | 120 g/km | 236 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | – | Other fuel | 101 g/km | 86 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.4 L | 66 kW (90 PS) | Diesel | 104 g/km | 1,470 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | – | Petrol | 104 g/km | 33,824 |
| 2010 | 1.3 L | – | Petrol | 116 g/km | 5,812 |
| 2010 | 1.4 L | – | Diesel | 104 g/km | 2,042 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 110 g/km | 44 |
| 2010 | – | – | Diesel | 103 g/km | 40 |
United Kingdom 12 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–20141.0 VVT-i 5 speed Manual | 1.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2013–20141.0 VVT-i 5 speed Multidrive | 1.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 2013–20141.33 VVT-i 5-speed Multidrive | 1.3 L | Petrol | Automatic | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 120 g/km |
| 2013–20141.33 VVT-i 6-speed Manual | 1.3 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 20121.0 VVT-i 5 speed Manual | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 20121.0 VVT-i 5 speed Multidrive | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 20121.33 VVT-i 5-speed Multidrive | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 120 g/km |
| 20121.33 VVT-i 6 speed Manual | 1.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 4.9–5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 113–119 g/km |
| 2009–20101.0 VVT-i · 1.0 VVT-i 5-speed Manual | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2009–20101.0 VVT-i MultiDrive · 1.0 VVT-i 5-speed M-drive | 1.0 L | Petrol | – | 4.7 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 20101.33 VVT-i 6-speed Manual | 1.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 113 g/km |
| 20101.33 VVT-i 5-speed Multimode | 1.3 L | Petrol | – | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 120 g/km |
France 8 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015iQ (68ch) VVT-i RC2 | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2014–2015iQ (68ch) VVT-i MultiDrive RC2 | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 2014–2015iQ (100ch) VVT-i MultiDrive RC2 | – | 72 kW (98 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 120 g/km |
| 2012–2013iQ (68ch) VVT-i · iQ 68ch VVT-i RC2 | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2012–2013iQ (68ch) VVT-i MultiDrive · iQ 68 VVT-i MultiDrive RC2 | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 2012–2013iQ (100ch) VVT-i MultiDrive · iQ 100 VVT-i MultiDrive RC2 | – | 72 kW (98 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 120 g/km |
| 2012iQ (90ch) D-4D FAP | – | 66 kW (90 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 4.0 L/100 km NEDC | 104 g/km |
| 2012iQ (100ch) VVT-i Stop & Start | – | 72 kW (98 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 113 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





