The facelifted Toyota Yaris has gone on sale for upwards of £10,995 ahead of hitting showrooms this August. prices rise to £17,695 for the range-topping Yaris Excel Hybrid. There’s new specification levels, improved tech and a lot more equipment options, all of which is created to broaden the Yaris supermini’s appeal “to a a lot more diverse customer base” according to Toyota.
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Available in three- or five-door body styles, the Yaris range kicks off with active and icon trims. However, the old icon plus and trend versions make way for new sport and flagship Excel models.
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Standard kit across the Yaris range includes electric front windows, a six-speaker sound system including USB and AUX connectivity, and entry-level active spec (£10,995 – £11,595) also adds automobile stability Control, tyre pressure monitors and traction control.
For mid-range icon (£12,745 – £16,195) and above, the Japanese maker has added a leather trim multifunction steering wheel, air-conditioning and the current Toyota Touch 2 infotainment system. This next-gen touch screen multimedia tech features a new, higher resolution seven-inch display and comes with Bluetooth, a rear view camera, automobile information and in-car management controls.
DAB radio that can automatically switch to FM reception when needed is included in this, too, and Toyota Touch 2 is also MirrorLink-ready, allowing users to connect compatible smartphones for use by means of the car’s interactive display. Sat nav and additionally travel aids can also be fitted as an optional extra (£650), with this system similarly available on sport and Excel.
Opting for icon adds 15-inch alloys, front fog lamps and projector headlights as well, plus body colour-matched door mirrors and handles.
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