Toyota Yaris first generation

The Toyota Yaris first generation (1999–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 20 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: XP10
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,620–3,860 mm RDW | 3,615–3,640 mm |
| Width | 1,660–1,690 mm RDW | 1,660 mm |
| Height | 1,490–1,700 mm RDW | 1,500–1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,370–2,500 mm RDW | 2,370 mm |
| Front track | 1,440–1,480 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,420–1,470 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 815–985 kg RDW | 810–1,010 kg |
| Mass in running order | 915–1,085 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,320–1,530 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 650–900 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400–550 kg Traficom | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2–5 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 155–190 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 90–190 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/65R14, 185/60R15, 185/55R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 67.5% (67.3–67.8) | 69.2% | 186,921 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 57.2% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 44.3% | 28.8% |
| Brakes | 37.0% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 33.0% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 23.5% | 18.6% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 14.5% | 11.8% |
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 20 versions of the Toyota Yaris first generation
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United Kingdom 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–20041.0 VVT-i | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 134 g/km |
| 20041.0 VVT-i | 1.0 L | Petrol | – | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 2002–2004Verso 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 154–155 g/km |
| 2002–2004Verso 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 165–167 g/km |
| 2003–20041.3 VVT-i Except T-Spirit | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 133 g/km |
| 2003–20041.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2003–20041.3 VVT-i T-Spirit | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2002–20041.4 D-4D GLS & CDX 3 door · 1.4 D-4D 5 door · 1.4 D-4D | 1.4 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 117 g/km |
| 2002–2004Verso 1.4 D-4D | 1.4 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 133 g/km |
| 2002–20041.5 VVT-i 5 door · 1.5 VVT-i 5-door | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2003–20041.5 VVT-i 3 door · 1.5 VVT-i 3-door | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 20031.0 VVT-i | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 2000–20021.0 VVTi GLS & CDX · 1.0 VVT-i GLS & CDX · 1.0 VVT-i | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 137 g/km |
| 2000–20021.3 VVTi · 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 144 g/km |
| 2000–20021.3 VVTi · 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 20021.4 D-4D S & GS 3 door | 1.4 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 113 g/km |
| 20021.5 VVT-i 3 door | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2000–20011.0 VVTi S & GS · 1.0 VVT-i S & GS | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 134 g/km |
| 2000–2001Verso 1.3 VVTi · Verso 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 154 g/km |
| 2000–2001Verso 1.3 VVTi · Verso 1.3 VVT-i | 1.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





