Toyota Yaris alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Toyota Yaris, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Toyota Yaris and are good next research steps.

from £23,700

Toyota Yaris Cross

Price 23,700 - 34,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Full Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 130 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.7 - 11.3 s
Model Year 2026
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Yaris Cross
Model Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid 116, Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid 130
CO2 Efficiency Class C
Trim Level CVT, Comfort CVT, Business Edition CVT, Teamplayer CVT, Teamplayer AWD-i CVT, Style CVT, Style Plus CVT, Style Plus AWD-i CVT, GR Sport CVT
Power kW 85 - 96 kW
co2 101 - 108 g/km
Engine capacity 1,490 cm3
Curb weight 1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity 320 - 397 L
Width 1,765 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 485 - 510 kg

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Toyota Yaris Cross as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris Cross brings SUV practicality and a higher ride height to the compact Yaris packaging, while the Toyota Yaris remains a nimble, city-focused hatchback. If you value extra space, versatility and a more commanding driving position, the Yaris Cross is worth a look; if you prioritize parking ease, sharper handling and lower running costs, the Yaris is likely the smarter choice.

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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markedly more trunk space

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from £17,300

VW Polo

Price 17,300 - 30,800 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 80 - 207 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.5 - 15.6 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Polo
Model Polo 1.0, Polo 1.0 TSI OPF, Polo GTI
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E
Trim Level Life, ENERGY, Life DSG, ENERGY DSG, Style, Style DSG, R-Line, R-Line DSG, EDITION 50, EDITION 50 DSG, DSG
Power kW 59 - 152 kW
co2 116 - 148 g/km
Engine capacity 999 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity 351 L
Width 1,751 mm
Brand VW
Payload 432 - 457 kg
Variant GTI

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VW Polo as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

Choosing between the Toyota Yaris and the VW Polo comes down to whether you prioritise reliability and efficiency or a more refined drive and cabin quality. Both are compact, practical hatchbacks ideal for city life, but the Yaris leans toward excellent fuel economy and low running costs while the Polo focuses on build quality, ride comfort and sharper handling.

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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noticeably cheaper
a bit more trunk space

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from £22,200

Honda Jazz

Price 22,200 - 25,900 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Full Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.4 - 9.7 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Jazz
Model Jazz 1.5 i-MMD e:HEV, Jazz Crosstar 1.5 i-MMD e:HEV
CO2 Efficiency Class C
Trim Level Elegance, Advance, Advance Sport
Power kW 90 kW
co2 102 - 108 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 cm3
Curb weight 1,302 - 1,321 kg
Trunk capacity 304 L
Width 1,694 mm
Brand Honda
Payload 369 - 388 kg
Variant Crosstar

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Honda Jazz as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

The Honda Jazz and Toyota Yaris are two of the most practical and efficient superminis on the market, but they prioritise different things — Jazz leans toward versatile space and comfort, while Yaris focuses more on refinement and hybrid efficiency. I’ll walk through how they compare in interior space, driving dynamics, fuel economy and running costs so you can choose the one that best fits your daily needs.

The Honda Jazz is a supremely practical small hatch that hides clever packaging and more usable space than it lets on, with friendly styling and an unfussy charm. It’s economical to run, easy to park and perfect for buyers who want reliable, versatile daily motoring without the hassle.

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barely more trunk space

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from £14,600

Hyundai i10

Price 14,600 - 19,000 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 63 - 90 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Seats 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.4 - 18.4 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 143 - 175 km/h
Torque 93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Doors 5
Model i10
Model i10 1.0, i10 1.0 T-GDI, i10 1.2
CO2 Efficiency Class C, D
Trim Level Select, N Line, Trend, Trend Automatik, Prime, Prime Automatik
Power kW 46 - 66 kW
co2 110 - 124 g/km
Engine capacity 998 - 1,197 cm3
Curb weight 996 - 1,099 kg
Fuel tank capacity 36 L
Trunk capacity 252 L
Length 3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width 1,680 mm
Height 1,480 - 1,483 mm
Brand Hyundai
Max trunk capacity 1,050 L
Payload 344 - 423 kg

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Hyundai i10 as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

Small-car showdown: the Hyundai i10 delivers cheerful, practical city motoring with clever packaging, zippy performance and a bargain-basement price that makes urban life less painful. The Toyota Yaris, by contrast, feels more grown-up — its refined interior, hybrid option and stellar reliability mean you’ll pay a bit more up front but save at the pump and avoid resale headaches down the road.

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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significantly cheaper
marginally lighter

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from £18,800

Toyota Aygo

Price 18,800 - 24,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Full Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.7 L/100km
Seats 4
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.2 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 120 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Aygo
Model Aygo X 1.5 Hybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class B
Trim Level Pure CVT, Active CVT, Teamplayer CVT, Lounge CVT, GR SPORT CVT
Power kW 85 kW
co2 85 g/km
Engine capacity 1,490 cm3
Curb weight 1,090 kg
Trunk capacity 231 L
Width 1,740 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 420 kg

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Toyota Aygo as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

Deciding between the Toyota Aygo and Toyota Yaris means choosing between a tiny, city-focused runabout and a more practical, refined small hatch. The Aygo emphasizes easy parking, quirky style and low running costs for inner-city life, while the Yaris offers more space, safety features and an available hybrid powertrain for everyday versatility.

The Aygo is a cheeky city car that turns congested streets into a playground, with bold styling and sprightly manners that make parking a pleasure rather than a pain. Economical to run and surprisingly well equipped for its size, the Aygo is a smart choice for urban buyers who want personality without a premium price and a car that brings a smile to the daily commute.

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slightly cheaper
marginally more efficient

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from £29,100

Toyota C-HR

Price 29,100 - 42,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 223 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Electric Range 66 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 9.9 s
Model Year 2026
Number of Cylinders 4
Model C-HR
Model C-HR 1.8 Hybrid, C-HR 2.0 Hybrid, C-HR 2.0 Plug-In Hybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class C, D, B
Trim Level Active, Teamplayer, Lounge, GR SPORT AWD-i, GR SPORT Edition AWD-i, GR SPORT, GR SPORT Edition
Power kW 103 - 164 kW
co2 52 - 116 g/km
Engine capacity 1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Curb weight 1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity 350 - 447 L
Width 1,832 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 375 - 425 kg

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Toyota C-HR as a suitable alternative to Toyota Yaris

Meet the Toyota C‑HR and the Toyota Yaris: one dresses like a crossover pop star with dramatic styling and a taller stance, while the other is the compact, sensible hatchback built for city life. Choose the C‑HR for presence, space and a firmer ride; pick the Yaris for nimble handling, lower running costs and easier parking — either way, Toyota’s hybrid smarts mean both are impressively efficient.

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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clearly more efficient
noticeably more trunk space

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