Toyota has recently updated the Yaris range with three new variants – the J (Optional), the G (Optional) and the V (Optional). All these new variants are available with both manual and automatic gearbox options. It is interesting how Toyota has positioned the new variants, as the J (Optional) and G (Optional) are positioned below the regular J and G variants, while the V (Optional) is actually positioned higher than the standard V trim in the Yaris’ range.
In terms of engines, Toyota continues to offer the Yaris with a sole 1.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol unit that produces 107hp and 140Nm of torque. The engine can be had either with a 6-speed manual or a 7-step CVT automatic gearbox.
With the addition of the new variants, the Yaris range now starts at Rs 8.65 lakh for the base J (Optional) trim, which is around Rs 64,000 cheaper than the previous base variant. The standard G and V variants have also dropped in price by around Rs 12,000 and Rs 7,000, respectively, while the price for the range-topping VX CVT remains unchanged.
These new variants have led to Toyota updating the equipment offered on all variants across the range. We have compiled the new prices and a list of equipment available across all variants of the Yaris, below.
Yaris J (Optional) [Rs 8.65-9.35 lakh]
- ABS with EBD
- 3 airbags (driver, passenger and driver knee)
- Rear parking sensors (2)
- Engine immobiliser
- Speed alert
- Front disc brakes with rear drum brakes
- Central locking
- Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder
- 15-inch alloy wheels with 185/60 section tyres
- Projector headlights
- Shark-fin antenna
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- Keyless entry
- Power steering with tilt adjustment
- Dual-tone interior finish
- Fabric upholstery
- 4 speakers
- Height-adjustable driver seat
- Front and rear power windows
- Cooled glove box
- Rear seat armrest
- 60:40 folding rear seat
Yaris J [Rs 9.29-9.99 lakh]
- 7 airbags (driver, passenger, driver knee, 2 front side and 2 curtain)
Yaris G (Optional) [Rs 9.63-10.83 lakh]
- 3 airbags (driver, passenger and driver knee)
- Rear defogger
- Front and rear fog lights
- Speed sensing auto door locking
- Impact Sensing Door Unlock
- Chrome grille
- ORVMs with integrated turn indicators
- Electrically folding ORVMs
- Push button start/stop
- 4.2-inch TFT coloured MID
- Steering-mounted controls
- Automatic climate control
- Roof-mounted air vents with ambient lights
- Rear reading lamp
Yaris G [Rs 10.44-11.64 lakh]
- 7 airbags (driver, passenger, driver knee, 2 front side and 2 curtain)
Yaris V [Rs 11.63-12.83 lakh]
- 7 airbags (driver, passenger, driver knee, 2 front side and 2 curtain)
- Front parking sensors (2)
- Rear parking sensors (4)
- Front and rear disc brakes
- Cruise control
- Automatic headlights with follow-me-home function
- Reverse parking camera
- 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with USB, AUX, Bluetooth, SD card, Weblink and Miracast support
- 6-speaker sound system
Yaris V (Optional) [Rs 11.97-13.17 lakh]
- Dual-tone exterior colour option
- Piano black grille
- Piano black ORVMs
- Piano black fog light bezel
- 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Leatherette seat upholstery
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Leather-wrapped gear knob
Yaris VX [Rs 12.85-14.07 lakh]
- Hill start assist
- Vehicle stability control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Piano black grille
- Piano black ORVMs
- Piano black fog light bezel
- LED DRLs
- Chrome door handles
- Acoustic and vibration control glass
- Rain sensing wipers
- Leather seat upholstery
- 8-way power adjustable driver seat
- 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with USB, AUX, Bluetooth, SD card, Mirror Link, HDMI and WiFi support
- Satellite navigation
- Gesture control (for audio system)
- Rear sunshades
- Paddle shifters (AT only)
In our market, the Toyota Yaris competes with the likes of the Honda City, Hyundai Verna and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz. With the addition of these updates, the Yaris should be able to better compete in its segment.
All prices, ex-showroom, India
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