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Toyota Yaris (2011 to 2019)

Expert Rating

Used car score:

69
%
A

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

56
%
E

Safety Rating:

46
%
D

Eco Rating:

68
%
B

Reliability Rating:

94
%
A

Running Costs:

87
%
A

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

Used car score:

69
%
A

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

56
%
E

Safety Rating:

46
%
D

Eco Rating:

68
%
B

Reliability Rating:

94
%
A

Running Costs:

87
%
A

Summary

The Toyota Yaris is a small supermini-class five-door hatchback. This is the third-generation model, which was originally launched back in 2011 and saw major updates in both 2014 and 2017. It was replaced by an all-new model in summer 2020.

The third-gen Yaris was unique in the supermini class during its lifespan for being available with a hybrid power option, which became the most popular version of the model. A diesel was originally part of the engine line-up, but Toyota dropped it due to falling demand in later years.

This generation of Toyota Yaris generally received average to good scores from most UK media sources, with the hybrid power unit being better regarded than the regular petrol versions.

As of March 2026, the third-generation Toyota Yaris holds a Used Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 69%. It scores top marks for its reliability record and low running costs, while its CO2 emissions are also low. However, its safety score is poor compared to newer cars and its media review scores are mostly poor.

Key specifications

Body style: Small five-door hatch
Engines: petrol, hybrid
Price: From £12,995 on-road

Launched: Summer 2011
Last updated: Spring 2017
Replaced: Summer 2020

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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2017
Date expired: January 2024
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Adult protection: 83%
Child protection: 80%
Vulnerable road users: 63%
Safety assist: 57%

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

The Toyota Yaris was not lab tested by Green NCAP during its production life.

Reliability rating

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All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

As of April 2025 (our most recent data point), the Toyota Yaris has a very good reliability rating of 92%, according to warranty data provided exclusively to us by our commercial partner, MotorEasy. This score applies to not only this third-generation Yaris, but also the newer (2020 onwards) and previous (pre-2011) generations. It’s generally all good news if you are considering a used Toyota Yaris.

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The 2012-2019 Toyota Yaris received mostly average to good UK reviews, with the hybrid power unit being better regarded than the petrol versions.Toyota Yaris (2011 to 2019)