Damion Smy
Toyota GR Yaris GTS gets aero upgrades
A meaner, racier looking GR Yaris is now in showrooms as Toyota Australia adds an aero package to its punchy hot hatch.
2 Months Ago
About the Toyota Yaris
The new Toyota Yaris is a small car offered in 4D Hatchback, 3D Hatchback and 5D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $14,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the YR variant and topping out at $23,530 for the YRX.
There are 4 variants of the Yaris available in Australia.
Engine options include 1.5L multi-point injection (80kW/141Nm) and 1.3L multi-point injection (63kW/121Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2008 Yaris is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Good
Read the 2025 Toyota Yaris reviewThis rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.
Comparative Rating
Quickly see how this car stacks up against its competition. Select any benchmark to see more details.
Power to Weight
59.72 - 77.67 kW/t
59.72 kW/t
77.67 kW/t
Boot Space
272 - 475 litres
250 litres
475 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6 - 6.7 L/100km
6 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
627 - 700 km
618 km
700 km
Price
$14,990 - $23,530
$14,990
$23,530
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,455 - 1,500 kg
1,455 kg
1,500 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
900 - 1,050 kg
700 kg
1,050 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
110 - 117 mm
110 mm
117 mm
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
Toyota Yaris News
2008 Toyota Yaris Reviews
2008 Toyota Yaris Price
YR
Edge
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.3L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $16,190 |
| 1.3L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $17,390 |
| 1.3L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $17,790 |
| 1.3L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $18,990 |
YRS
YRX
*excl. on-roads
All Toyota Yaris Pricing
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
2008 Toyota Yaris Specs
See our comprehensive details for the Toyota Yaris
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
2008 Toyota Yaris Gallery
CarExpert High Resolution Photos of the Toyota Yaris
2008 Toyota Yaris Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Toyota Yaris
The most fuel efficient Toyota Yaris is the YR with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.3L Multi-Point Injection and uses 6L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Toyota Yaris that uses the most amount of fuel is the YRX with a 4-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L Multi-Point Injection and uses 6.7L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Toyota Yaris variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Toyota Yaris | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.0 L/100km |
| 1.3L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
| 1.3L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.0 L/100km |
| 1.3L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
2008 Toyota Yaris Warranty
What is the warranty on a Toyota Yaris?
The Toyota Yaris offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
Toyota Yaris FAQs
The cheapest Toyota Yaris is the YR that starts from $14,990.
The most expensive Toyota Yaris is the YRX that starts from $23,530.
The best towing capacity of a Toyota Yaris is 1050 kg offered by the following variants: YRS and YRX.
The largest Toyota Yaris is the YRS which measures 1690mm wide, 4300mm in length and sits 1460mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota Yaris is the YRS which has 80kW of power from its 1.5L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Toyota Yaris is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota Yaris is the YRS which weighs 1500 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota Yaris uses Unleaded.