2014 Toyota Yaris

2014 BRINGS NEW SPECIFICATIONS FOR TOYOTA YARIS AND YARIS HYBRI

• Toyota revises Yaris and Yaris Hybrid ranges for 2014 with new grade structures
• Simpler line-up features Active, Icon, Icon Plus and Trend Yaris models and Active, Icon Plus and Trend grades for Yaris Hybrid
• High specification Yaris Icon Plus with 15-inch alloys, automatic headlights and wipers, front fog lights, climate control and cruise control as standard
• New Yaris Hybrid Trend with 16-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, keyless entry, auto lights and wipers, auto dimming rear-view mirror, spoiler and C-pillar decal to create floating roof effect
• 1.4 D-4D Yaris diesel engine revised to achieve 99g/km, qualifying for zero road tax (VED)
• New ranges on sale now, Yaris priced from £10,895, Yaris Hybrid available from £15,495

The new 2014 Toyota Yaris and Yaris Hybrid go on sale today, with new grade line-ups that prioritise the features today’s customers value most. There is an added incentive for the 1.4 D-4D diesel Yaris, which now dips below the 100g/km CO₂threshold to qualify for a zero annual road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) bill.

2014 Yaris

Yaris adopts a new four-grade structure for 2014: Active, Icon, Icon Plus and Trend. Active and Icon replace the previous T₂ and TR designations, while Icon Plus offers a high-value specification and extra styling elements. Trend gains additional equipment features and becomes  the new top-of-the-range model.

Icon Plus distinguishes itself with its dedicated Selena 10-spoke, 15-inch alloy wheels, LED rear light clusters and front fog lights. Customers who choose the new Glacier Pearl paint finish also gain a bright chrome tailgate trim. High quality equipment features for safer, easier and more comfortable driving include automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, power windows front and rear, automatic climate control and, where a manual transmission is fitted, a higher-set centre console design.

These are the key features across the new range: –

ACTIVE	ICON adds	ICON PLUS adds	TREND adds
Six-speaker audio system	15-inch alloy wheels	Selena 15-inch alloy wheels	16-inch machined-face alloy wheels
Aux-in and USB connection	Body-coloured, electric, heated door mirrors	Front fog lights	Exterior chrome trim details
Audio controls on steering wheel	Body-coloured doorhandles	Rain-sensing wipers	Chrome-finished door mirrors
Electric front windows	Toyota Touch multimedia system	Dusk-sensing headlamps	Rear privacy glass
Height-adjustable driver’s seat	Rear-view camera	LED rear lights*	Matt black C-pillar decal
Seven airbags	Tachometer	Automatic dual zone climate control	Chrome side sills
Vehicle Stability Control and traction control	Air conditioning	Electric rear windows	Leather handbrake and steering wheel trim with yellow contrast stitching
	Leather gearshift and steering wheel trim	Raised centre console **	Trend interior trim with white dashboard inserts
	Bluetooth	Cruise control with speed limiter
		Air conditioned glovebox with interior light

* Not 1.0-litre manual; ** with manual transmission only

1.4 D-4D engine

The on-going cost of car ownership is a significant consideration for customers and Toyota has taken steps to make its 1.4 D-4D diesel-powered Yaris even more wallet-friendly. Engineering revisions have improved the unit’s efficiency and brought its official CO₂emissions figure down from 104g/km to 99g/km.

As a result, the 2014 Yaris 1.4 D-4D Icon Plus model is in Band A for road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty), with no annual charge. Less money will be spent on filling up as well, as combined cycle economy has improved from 72.4mpg to 74.3mpg.

Option packs

It’s simple for owners to upgrade the appearance and equipment specification of their new Yaris with cost-effective option packs for the Icon Plus and Trend models.

A Smart Pack (£300) makes life easier with keyless entry and push-button start, while the Appearance Pack (£750, Icon Plus only) adds a matt black C-pillar decal to create a “floating roof” effect, plus dark-tinted rear privacy glass and a fixed panoramic roof.

The Protection Pack (£700) covers all bases to guard against the rough and tumble of driving in town and country, providing front and rear parking sensors, floor mats, mud flaps, black side mouldings and boot liner and a rear bumper protection plate.

Stand-out features are bundled together in the Style Pack (£500), including LED daytime running lights, aluminium scuff plates and chrome trim on the tailgate and exhaust pipe.

In addition, Icon, Icon Plus and Trend versions of the 2014 Yaris can be upgraded with Toyota’s Touch & Go multimedia system (£650), providing satellite navigation, Google Local Search connection and access to a range of useful, downloadable applications.

2014 Yaris prices

GRADE	ENGINE	TRANSMISSION	BODYSTYLE	OTR PRICE
Active	1.0 VVT-i	5MT	3dr	£10,895
Active	1.0 VVT-i	5MT	5dr	£11,495
Icon	1.33 VVT-i	6MT	5dr	£13,970
Icon	1.33 VVT-i	MDS*	5dr	£14,970
Icon Plus	1.0 VVT-i	5MT	3dr	£12,820
Icon Plus	1.0 VVT-i	5MT	5dr	£13,420
Icon Plus	1.33 VVT-i	6MT	5dr	£14,170
Icon Plus	1.33 VVT-i	MDS	5dr	£15,170
Icon Plus	1.4 D-4D	6MT	5dr	£15,670
Trend	1.33 VVT-i	6MT	5dr	£14,995
Trend	1.33 VVT-i	MDS	5dr	£15,995

*Multidrive S

2014 Yaris Hybrid

The 2014 Yaris Hybrid follows the pattern set by its sister model in adopting a new grade structure, albeit with different equipment specifications.

Active and Icon Plus grades replace the previous T₃ and T₄, with Trend taking on the role of flagship in place of the T Spirit. Across the board the standard features have been refreshed to reaffirm Yaris Hybrid’s status as an advanced, innovative competitor in the supermini market.

Toyota made good use of customer feedback to determine the new specification for the Yaris Hybrid Trend, including the introduction of the C-pillar decal to create the floating roof look. Other styling elements include a rear spoiler, 16-inchTrend alloys and part-leather seat upholstery, while the equipment manifest includes auto headlights and wipers, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, power windows all-round and keyless entry with push-button start.

Principal features for each grade are as follows: –

ACTIVE	ICON PLUS adds	TREND adds
LED daytime running lights	15-inch alloy wheels	16-inch Trend alloys
Automatic climate control	LED rear combination lights	C-pillar decal
Electric front windows	Front fog lamps	Part-leather seat upholstery
Six-speaker audio system	Cruise control	Rear spoiler
Aux-in and USB connection	Toyota Touch multimedia system	Keyless entry and push-button start
Height-adjustable driver’s seat	Bluetooth	Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Seven airbags	Rear-view camera	Electric rear windows
Vehicle Stability Control and traction control	Rear privacy glass	Dusk-sensing headlights
	Electric, heated, body-coloured door mirrors	Rain-sensing wipers
	Leather steering wheel and gear selector trim
	Chrome tailgate trim

The Protection Pack. Style Pack and Toyota Touch & Go (detailed above) are available as options for Icon Plus and Trend models.

2014 Yaris Hybrid prices

GRADE	ENGINE	TRANSMISSION	BODYSTYLE	OTR PRICE
Active	1.5 VVT-i	CVT	5dr	£15,495
Icon Plus	1.5 VVT-i	CVT	5dr	£16,495
Trend	1.5 VVT-i	CVT	5dr	£17,495

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• Segment-exclusive three- and five-door choice
• Nine standard airbags
• Comprehensive Tech Audio package standard

TORRANCE, Calif., (Feb. 4, 2014) — The Toyota Yaris, the brand’s fun, efficient compact model, offers the only choice of three-door or five-door liftback models in the segment. Both combine sporty styling with high value from a long roster of standard equipment and safety features, including nine airbags.

The Yaris delivers a high level of refinement in the entry segment, making it an ideal commuter vehicle..  The Yaris offers younger, price-conscious shoppers a comprehensively equipped small car with big fuel economy numbers, a roomy interior and of course the brand’s well high QDR (Quality, Dependability and Reliability). New for 2014, daytime running lights (DRLs) are standard on all models

The Yaris line offers five models for 2014: three- and five door models in L and LE grades and the sporty five-door-only SE grade.

Liftbacks for Today’s Lifestyles

Liftback body styles dominate the subcompact vehicle segment, preferred by about 70 percent of new retail car buyers in this category. Yaris infuses the body style’s practicality with sporty design. The 98.8-inch wheelbase provides a smooth ride and roomy interior, while an overall length of 153.5 inches helps make the Yaris highly maneuverable in tight situations. The aerodynamic body yields a 0.30 coefficient of drag.

Inside, the liftback body style offers flexibility, with 15.6 cu. ft. of trunk space (15.3 for three-door) that expands with the rear seatback folded. Yaris L models feature a one-piece folding rear seat, while LE and SE editions include a 60/40-split fold-down rear seat.

Frugal Yet Fun

The 2014 Yaris was designed for fun, functionality and frugality. All models are powered by a 1.5-liter, 16-valve, four-cylinder DOHC engine equipped with variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i), producing 106 hp at 6,000 rpm and 103 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,200 rpm. The broad torque curve provides plenty of response for both manual transmission and automatic-transmission vehicles.

All Yaris L, LE and SE models are available with a four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, featuring a compact, lightweight design and reduced friction for greater fuel efficiency. A smooth-shifting five-speed manual transmission is available on L and SE models only.

The front MacPherson-strut and rear torsion-beam suspension systems are tuned to deliver a smooth ride and engaging driving feel. The electric power steering provides good road feel at highway speeds while aiding low-speed parking maneuvers. The Yaris L and LE come with 15-inch wheels as standard, while the SE rolls on 16-inch alloy wheels with 195/50R16 tires. Responsive electric power steering makes the Yaris nimble on crowded city streets and easy to park in tight spaces. The L and LE models have a tight 30.8-ft. turning circle.

Nine Standard Airbags Lead Impressive List of Safety Features

In common with all Toyota vehicles, the Yaris features Toyota’s Star Safety System™, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. The Yaris also features Smart Stop Technology, Toyota’s brake-override system.

An impact-absorbing body structure utilizes high-tensile strength steel to effectively distribute collision forces. The 2014 Yaris features nine standard airbags. Driver and front-passenger dual-stage airbags (SRS) are complemented by front-seat mounted side airbags and a knee airbag for the driver. Roll-sensing side airbags are fitted to both front- and rear-row seats.

The Advanced Whiplash Injury-Lessening (WIL) front-seat structure helps to ensure that the region from the head to the lower back are equally supported, helping to reduce whiplash-type injuries during certain types of rear end collisions.

Comprehensive Standard Features

Yaris models are well equipped with popular comfort, convenience and technology features. Starting with the Yaris L, all models include standard electric power steering, power door locks and a Cold Weather Package. Other standard features include air conditioning, six cup and bottle holders and a storage cover for the cargo area.

Halogen headlamps and an intermittent front windshield wiper are also standard. The single-windshield wiper with wet-arm system reduces weight and provides better performance than the traditional two-arm type. The system sprays washer fluid from the base of the wiper arm directly in the path of the blade for improved cleaning and wiping action. All models come with a standard rear window wiper.

The Yaris LE includes standard power windows with driver’s auto-down, power mirrors, cruise control, steering wheel audio controls, and a remote keyless entry system with engine immobilizer.

All Yaris models are equipped as standard with Tech Audio, which includes AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability and MP3 sound enhancement, six speakers, SiriusXM Satellite Radio compatibility (additional hardware and subscription required), HD Radio, USB port with iPod® connectivity, and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology and iPod® interface. Bluetooth wireless technology also provides hands-free phone capability and phonebook access. Automatic sound leveling adjusts for outside noise. An auxiliary input jack enables connecting other types of digital music players.

The Sport-Tuned Yaris SE

The Yaris SE provides more driving fun with its sport-tuned suspension, quicker ratio steering, standout styling and driver-oriented interior. The SE features both front and rear disc brakes, with the front discs nearly an inch larger in diameter than L and LE versions. The SE is equipped with P195/50R16 tires and alloy wheels.

The SE makes a distinctive statement with smoke-trim multi-reflector halogen headlamps, integrated fog lamps and color-keyed grille with sport mesh insert. It features color-keyed front and rear underbody spoilers, rear spoiler and rear diffuser, set off by a chromed exhaust tip and SE badge.

Inside, the driver faces a sporty instrumentation package, with an analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and a digital Multi-Instrument Display. The leather-trimmed tilt three-spoke steering wheel includes audio controls and standard cruise control. Exclusive sport seats add shoulder-level support for more comfort and control. The driver’s seat has six-way adjustability.

Exterior Styling

The bold and assertive presence of the Yaris design is visible from all angles, starting with the distinctive protruding front profile with wide headlamps and integrated turn signals. The profile displays a steeply sloped beltline, and flowing curves that appear to stretch the image of the vehicle. The shoulder lines continue around to the rear, creating a sharp, solid look.

Unusual for a car in this segment, eight exterior colors are available for the 2013 Yaris, including Super White, Classic Silver Metallic, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Black Sand Pearl, Absolutely Red, Lagoon Blue Mica, Wave Line Pearl and Blazing Blue Pearl.

Interior Design

The Yaris interior provides a level of detail not often seen on cars in this price class. The doors close with a smooth, solid feel. Additional sound-absorbing and insulating materials make for a quiet ride. High-quality fabrics and a soft-touch dash highlight a premium, sporty interior. The front seats are sculpted to help reduce fatigue on long trips. All models have dual extendable sun visors with vanity mirrors, a convenience some cars leave out.

The driver experience is enhanced with a three-spoke tilt steering wheel, featuring a thick grip and a flat-bottom shape to reduce knee interference. The instrument cluster includes a multi-instrument display with odometer, twin trip meters, clock, outside temperature reading, fuel economy display, average speed and Eco-Driving indicator.

Toyota Quality, Warranty and Care

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-car warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and against corrosion with no mileage limitation.

The Yaris also comes standard with Toyota Care, a complimentary plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.

 

TOYOTA PRICING ANNOUNCED FOR 2014 YARIS