Fun to drive, epic reliability and surprising in-cabin spaciousness: The 2013 Toyota Yaris Hatchback is everything a subcompact should be

 

“Toyota engineers combined sharp, edgy styling, agile handling and ample interior room in the Yaris Hatchback – the subcompact that offers epic Toyota value in a fun to drive, easy to own package,” noted Tony Wearing, Senior Managing Director, Toyota Canada Inc. “With one 3-door and two 5-door models, excellent fuel efficiency and safety, room for five or up to 286 litres of cargo capacity, plus a host of class-up features, there are many ways to love the 2013 Toyota Yaris Hatchback.”

 

With a curb weight of less than 1,050 kg and a 106 peak horsepower 1.5 litre four-cylinder, the Yaris Hatchback is responsive and efficient. Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), Sequential Multiport Electronic Fuel Injection and other engine systems maximize performance and minimize fuel use. Choose a five-speed manual for impressive fuel efficiency of just 6.0 L / 100 KM city/highway combined. Or opt for the convenience of the available four-speed automatic Super ECT with overdrive and an ECO Indicator on the instrument cluster, for a fuel efficiency rating of just 6.2 L / 100 KM city/highway combined.

 

Responsive and efficient electric power steering, a turning radius of just 9.4 meters, and European-tuned suspension featuring front stabilizer bar and rear torsion beam geometry make the Yaris Hatchback a nimble city car while remaining stable and easy driving on the highway.

 

Safety is always standard on a Toyota, and the Yaris Hatchback is best-in-class with nine airbags (dual-stage driver and front passenger, front seat mounted side, front seat cushion, front and rear side curtain and driver’s knee) plus anchor points for child seats and – on five door models – child protector rear door locks. As with every new Toyota since 2011, the 2013 Yaris Hatchback is also standard equipped with the six active safety technologies of the Star Safety System: Antilock Brake System, Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control and Smart Stop Technology work together to help drivers avoid potential accident situations.

 

The 2013 Yaris is available in three trim levels:

 

Yaris 3-Door CE (MSRP starting at $14,250)

 

The 2013 Yaris 3-Door CE delivers maximum value, with many standard features including: a four-speaker audio system with auxiliary input jack, USB input and Bluetooth capability; bucket seats with adjustable driver and front passenger seats plus a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat and the passenger side rear walk-in assist system; power door locks; instrumentation including a multi-information display and digital clock; tilting steering column; 15” steel wheels; front and rear splash guards; a rear window wiper/washer; and more.

 

Yaris 5-Door LE (MSRP starting at $14,890)

 

The 2013 Yaris 5-Door LE is the well-equipped five-door subcompact, with: a four-speaker audio system with auxiliary input jack, USB input and Bluetooth capability; bucket seats with adjustable driver and front passenger seats plus a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat; power door locks; instrumentation including a multi-information display, tachometer and digital clock; tilting steering column; 15” steel wheels; front and rear splash guards; power adjustable and heated exterior mirrors; a rear window wiper/washer; and more.

Yaris 5-Door SE (MSRP starting at $19,250)

 

The 2013 Yaris 5-Door SE shifts fun into top gear, with a full range of convenience, style and comfort features, including: a six-speaker audio system with auxiliary input jack, USB input, Bluetooth capability and steering wheel-mounted audio controls; air conditioning; adjustable front sport seats plus a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat; power door locks with keyless entry; power windows; leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; instrumentation including a multi-information display, cruise control, and digital clock; tilting steering column; 16” aluminum alloy wheels with locks; power adjustable and heated exterior mirrors; a rear window wiper/washer; a full skirt package and rear spoiler; fog lamps; and more.

The 2013 Toyota Yaris is now on sale at Toyota Dealers across Canada. For more information on features and specifications, visit www.toyota.ca/yaris

 

About Toyota Canada Inc.

 

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota, Lexus and Scion cars, SUVs and trucks. Toyota is the first full-line manufacturer to make all of the elements of the Star Safety System standard on every vehicle starting in 2011. The Star Safety System includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST). TCI’s head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax and parts distribution centres in Toronto and Vancouver.