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2019 Toyota Yaris review

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Pros

  • Lots of standard features
  • Attractive interior with upscale materials
  • Great handling for a subcompact car

Cons

  • Limited cargo and interior space
  • Acceleration is sluggish
  • Not ideal for taller drivers

Mileage (EPA estimate)

30 city, 39 highway, 34 combined

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What is new for the 2019 Toyota Yaris?

  • The Yaris is available in a new trim called the XLE.
  • The SE trim has been discontinued for 2019.
  • Yaris trims have been upgraded with Smart Key and Leatherette Seats as standard equipment this year.
  • The LE trim now comes with Rear Spoiler, Satellite Radio Ready, and Manual Transmission as standard equipment.
  • The L trim now comes with Cruise Control, Power Mirrors, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.

2019 Toyota Yaris trims

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L:

  • 106-hp, 103-lb-ft of torque 1.5L
  • Smart Key
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Mirrors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Toyota Yaris

1. It's city-sized

Whether you're in the city or visiting a busy beach town, you don't have to worry about fitting in a parking spot or making a tight turn. The 2019 Toyota Yaris is a fun-sized subcompact sedan, and yet, with four doors, this small car has enough space to bring your friends along for the ride. 

2. Tech comes standard

If you like to just hop in and drive, the 2019 Toyota Yaris is a great car for you. All 2019 Yaris models come standard with a seven-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth® connectivity, wireless audio streaming, and two USB ports, so you'll never miss a beat of your favorite podcast or playlist. This makes the Yaris a great choice if you regularly drive long distances and need some entertainment.

3. Driver aids at the ready

The 2019 Toyota Yaris has the driver-assistance features you need for optimal confidence behind the wheel. The base trim has standard emergency braking and forward collision warning. If you want more support, shop for a model with available automatic headlights and rain-sensing windshield wipers. All of these features can give you peace of mind on the road.

4. Fewer trips to the pump

If you want to spend less time filling up, the 2019 Toyota Yaris is a strong contender. The 2019 Yaris comes standard with a 106-hp 1.5L four-cylinder engine, which gets an EPA-estimated 34 mpg combined fuel economy with the standard manual transmission, and 35 mpg combined fuel economy with the available automatic transmission.

 That means you can go farther between fill-ups, keeping you on pace with your busy lifestyle. 

5. Great options

Small doesn't mean boring. The 2019 Toyota Yaris has available options to help you find the vehicle that's just right for you. Whether it's the available rear spoiler, 16-inch dark-finish alloy wheels, or fog lights, the Yaris has an option you'll love. Keep an eye out for the used Yaris that fits your needs and your sense of style.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4 out of 5

8 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Toyota Yaris an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Yaris 1st out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.

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Toyota Yaris features and specs

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L 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Cloth Seats
  • Navigation System

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.5L

Horsepower

106

Torque (ft-lbs)

103

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

11.6

Wheelbase

101.2"

Overall length

171.2"

Width

66.7"

Height

58.5"

Leg room

F 41.9"/R 34.4"

Head room

F 38.2"/R 36.8"

Front tires

P185/65HR15

Rear tires

P185/65HR15

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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