Finally, the worst kept secret of the last few months came to light: the Toyota Yaris hatchbacka novelty that confirms that the variant does not follow the same steps as its brother sedanthat premiered generation a little over half a year ago.
In this way, the rumors that emerged last October came true, which mentioned that the five-door version was not going to present a new generation, at least not in the short term, due to the complications that the brand was suffering with the production of the new sedan, specifically with the stock of chips.
Although in recent days we learned about what the update would consist of, now we can investigate more in detail, knowing all the news it brings. Let’s see.
Toyota Yaris hatchback 2024: What’s new
Presented in Thailand, the renewal of the Yaris hatchback has major modifications aestheticBeing the forehead the one that received the most changes:
- Light group with a lower zone in two levels, similar to that of the Corolla sold in Japan
- Grill loses air inlets, but gains volume and two rectangular slots
- Defense with great presence of black plastic and absence of fog breaker
- spoilers central chrome in the lower part of the bumper
In the lateralhe Yaris sumo wheels redesigned, while back was modified on spoilers of the roof and the defense, adding two vertical air vents on its sides and black plastic in the center of its lower part. At the ends, the auxiliary lights took on a more noticeable relief.
going to insidethe renewal does not include the steering wheel of the new Yaris sedan, as expected a week ago, but it does include updates to its multimedia system, such as a 9” screen. In addition, upholstery was renewed. Refering to mechanicsthe Yaris hatchback remains unchanged.
Toyota Yaris hatchback 2024: Mechanics?
Regarding the motorization, the brand did not give details, but it is very sure that under the hood we will find the well-known 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine capable of delivering 105 hp and 102 lb-ft of torque, which is mated to a simulated seven-speed CVT automatic transmission. The traction is front.
