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Hyundai Inster vs Toyota Yaris comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 21,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Inster or Toyota Yaris?

Hyundai Inster vs Toyota Yaris: Key differences

Hyundai Inster

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
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Toyota Yaris

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Inster

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Inster is barely cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Toyota Yaris costs 21,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 943 £.

Yaris

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Yaris offers significantly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai Inster takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Yaris delivers considerably more torque with 390 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm more.

Inster

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Toyota Yaris offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris is markedly lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Yaris offers marginally more boot space – 286 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris carries clearly more – 525 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Yaris is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £21,900
Yaris

Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
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Hyundai Inster

The Inster has quickly captured the attention of automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic performance. This model seamlessly blends advanced technology with comfort, making it an ideal choice for both daily commutes and adventurous road trips. With its spacious interior and innovative features, the Inster promises an exhilarating driving experience that doesn’t compromise on practicality.

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Reviews Hyundai Inster

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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HL
12 Jun 2026, 07:14:37

Practical car with a fresh look and plenty of choices when it comes to equipment. For us it came down to a Ford and a Hyundai. In my experience the Ford Puma e felt a bit bumpier and the Inster is calmer, partly thanks to the long wheelbase. That the Ford doesn’t have a heat pump is a miss. The Inster’s coffee-break alert gets on your nerves almost immediately and apparently can’t be switched off. Hyundai blames EU rules, but there must be a solution? This misses the mark!

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Toyota Yaris

The Yaris is a compact hatchback that blends everyday practicality with Toyota’s long-standing reputation for reliability, making it easy to live with in city traffic. Its nimble handling and sensible interior make the Yaris a smart choice for drivers who want straightforward, fuss-free transport.

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Reviews Toyota Yaris

4 (6 Reviews)
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Michael
22 May 2026, 20:42:12

I'll always choose toyota over honda

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jj
19 May 2026, 17:06:55

Good all round car with exceptional reliability.

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Mathieu
31 Dec 2025, 13:08:43

My Toyota Yaris Hybrid is perfect: small footprint yet a reasonable boot, fuel consumption between 3.2 and 3.9 l/100 km, very comfortable even for long distances. You can fault it for its mediocre uphill acceleration on the motorway. But with speed limits of 70 to 130 km/h, it still remains too powerful.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,900 - 26,200 £
Price
21,900 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
327 - 370 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,380 - 1,433 kg
Curb weight
1,090 - 1,356 kg
Trunk capacity
238 - 280 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,610 mm
Width
1,745 - 1,805 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
317 - 357 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
97 - 115 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
147 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
71 - 85 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,618 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
Is the Hyundai Inster offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Inster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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