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Toyota Yaris Cross 2024 review

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Toyota Yaris Cross 2024 — front three-quarter view

Photo: Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

The Toyota Yaris Cross takes everything Britain loves about the Yaris supermini and adds the raised ride height crossover buyers demand. The full-hybrid powertrain is the star: whisper-quiet in town, genuinely frugal everywhere, and backed by Toyota's peerless reliability reputation. For urban and suburban UK life, it is hard to fault.

Inside, the cabin prioritises durability over dazzle, with hard-wearing materials and simple controls. Space is decent rather than generous, and the boot is smaller than a Renault Captur's, but the driving position is commanding and visibility is good. Toyota's latest safety suite is standard, and the hybrid system's low CO2 keeps tax bills minimal.

Rivals include the Nissan Juke, Renault Captur and Ford Puma, all of which offer more style or space. None, though, can match the Yaris Cross for fuel economy, residual values and sheer peace of mind. Add Toyota's up-to-10-year warranty with servicing, and this is the rational crossover choice. Your wallet will thank you every single month.

UK price from: £25,500

Specifications

Engine	1.5L full-hybrid
Power	130PS
0-60 mph	10.7s
Top speed	106mph
Fuel economy	64.2mpg
CO2	100g/km
Boot space	397L
Length	4.18m
Transmission	e-CVT automatic
Drive	Front-wheel drive

Features

1.5L full-hybrid powertrain (130PS)
Toyota Safety Sense 3 driver assistance
9-inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay
Reversing camera
Adaptive cruise control
Lane trace assist
Automatic high beam LED headlights
Up to 10-year Toyota warranty

Common parts & prices

Part	Price (GBP)	Notes
Hybrid air filter	£11.99	Keeps the hybrid battery cooling fan clean; check annually
Front brake pads	£36.99	Regenerative braking means pads last longer than average
Cabin filter	£12.99	Standard pollen filter behind the glovebox
Wiper blades (pair)	£21.99	Flat blades for the tall windscreen
12V auxiliary battery	£99.99	Powers the electronics; hybrids still need a healthy 12V battery
Engine air filter	£13.99	Panel filter for the 1.5 hybrid engine

Prices are typical UK aftermarket/OEM guide prices and may vary by supplier.

Pros

Outstanding fuel economy, 60mpg+ achievable
Toyota reliability and long warranty
Low CO2 means cheap tax and BIK
Compact and easy to park in towns

Cons

Boot is small at 397 litres
Cabin materials feel utilitarian
Engine drones under hard acceleration
Rear seat space is average at best

Frequently asked questions

Is the Yaris Cross a proper hybrid?

Yes. It is a full (self-charging) hybrid that can drive short distances on electric power alone at low speeds. You never plug it in; the battery recharges through regenerative braking and the petrol engine.

What MPG does the Yaris Cross really do?

Officially up to 64.2mpg, and careful drivers regularly see 60mpg+ in mixed UK use. Town driving suits it best, where the electric motor does much of the work; motorway cruising returns high-40s to low-50s.

Is the Yaris Cross reliable?

Exceptionally. Toyota's hybrid system is one of the most proven powertrains in the world, and the Yaris Cross benefits from the brand's outstanding UK reliability record plus a warranty extendable to 10 years with main-dealer servicing.

How big is the Yaris Cross boot?

The boot holds 397 litres with the seats up, which is smaller than rivals like the Captur and Puma. Fold the 60:40 rear seats and space grows usefully, but outright load-lugging is not this car's strength.