Toyota has fine-tuned its Yaris line-up for 2013, focusing on the more popular models, and dropping the three-door variants entirely.
Simplifying the model names to "1.0", "1.3" and "1.3 CVT" reflects a straightforward three-model line-up using the proven 51kW one-litre and 73kW 1.3-litre engines, while the flagship 1.5 petrol-hybrid variants will still be badged as "XS HSD" and "XR HSD" respectively.
All Yaris models come with anti-lock braking, electronic brake-pressure distribution, brake assist and driver, front passenger and side airbags.
The one-litre and 1.3-litre manaual-gearbox models come standard with 15" alloy wheels, full exterior colour coding, air conditioning, remote central locking, multi-information display, front electric windows and mirrors, audio system with input terminal and steering wheel switches.
The 1.3 CVT adds a leather steering wheel and gear lever, while the two hybrid models have the following equipment upgrades:
Vehicle stability control with hill hold
Driver's knee bag and curtain airbags (XR)
Front spoiler
Rear spoiler (XR)
Projector headlamps
LED daytime running lights
Front foglights
Keyless entry (XR)
Automatic climate control
Electric rear windows (XR)
Touch screen audio system
Bluetooth compatibility
Rain-sensing wipers (XR)
Automatic light control system (XR)
Electrochromatic rearview mirror (XR)
Cool function glove compartment (XR)
Rear side window privacy glass (XR)
PRICES
1.0 XS 5-door - R141 000
1.3 XS 5-door - R169 900
1.3 XS CVT 5-door - R181 000
1.5 XS HSD 5-door - 230 600
1.5 XR HSD 5-door - 253 400