This article is about two standalone subcompact crossover SUV models. For the XP150 Yaris hatchback-based Yaris Cross sold in some Asian markets, seeToyota Yaris (XP150) § Crossover-inspired variants.
TheToyota Yaris Cross (Japanese:トヨタ・ヤリスクロス,Hepburn:Toyota Yarisu Kurosu) is a nameplate used by the Japanese automakerToyota for two vehicles in thesubcompact crossover SUV category (B-segment). The nameplate first appeared for the crossover SUV counterpart of theXP210 model Yaris based on theToyota New Global Architecture, which went on sale in August 2020 in Japan and in 2021 in Europe with the model code XP210.
In May 2023, Toyota released another vehicle with the same name in Indonesia, which is larger and based on theDaihatsu New Global Architecture, with the model code AC200. This version is available in most of Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and other emerging markets in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Primarily marketed for the Japanese, European, Oceanian, and Singaporean markets, the XP210 series Yaris Cross is built onGA-B platform as theXP210 series Yaris hatchback and positioned between theAygo X orRaize andC-HR in Toyota's crossover SUV lineup. It replaces the Japanese/European marketXP110 series Ist/Urban Cruiser.[4][5][6][7]
The Yaris Cross was originally planned to be unveiled at the2020 Geneva Motor Show;[8] however, the show was cancelled due to theCOVID-19 pandemic.[9][10] Toyota then released the first pictures and specifications of the Yaris Cross on 23 April 2020.[2][11] The model went on sale in Japan in September 2020, Australia in November 2020 and in Europe in mid-2021.[12]
Development was done alongside the Yaris hatchback, led by Yasunori Suezawa as chief engineer and Hideaki Hayashi as deputy chief engineer under the internal "Toyota Compact Car Company".[13] The design of the Yaris Cross is a collaboration between Toyota's European and Japanese studios, combining cues from the Yaris with features from Toyota's larger SUVs such as the more angularRAV4. According to Toyota, the Yaris Cross resembles a diamond when viewed from above because of its wider midsection, which allowed the designers to broaden the wheel arches to achieve a more 'rugged' styling. The dashboard design shares many components with the Yaris hatchback.[14] The wheelbase of the Yaris Cross is identical to the European market Yaris, but the ground clearance is increased by 30 mm (1.2 in) over the standard Yaris.[2]
Toyota offers anall-wheel-drive variant (Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, AWD-i) for the hybrid version, unlike other B-segment SUVs which are predominantly front-wheel drive especially in Europe. The system does not require adriveshaft, and instead utilising an electrifiedrear axle that supplies power during acceleration or when more traction is required. Under theWLTP test cycle, the i-AWD version of the new Yaris Cross emits 135 g/km of CO2, and 120g/km for the front-wheel drive variant.[3]
The Yaris Cross is manufactured in Japan atToyota Motor East Japan and France atToyota Motor Manufacturing France, the same as the standard Yaris.[2] The company planned to produce 150,000 units of the Yaris Cross per year in its French factory.[15] The first Yaris Cross unit rolled out from the French factory in July 2021.[16]
In Japan, the Yaris Cross was sold from August 2020 and is available in both petrol and hybrid variants.All-wheel drive is available as an option andToyota Safety Sense is standard across the line-up.[17] It was initially available in X, G and Z trim levels. On 19 July 2022, two new trim levels were added:GR Sport and Z Adventure.[18][19][20]
The Yaris Cross was launched by Borneo Motors in Singapore on 14 January 2021, with two trim levels: Active and Excite, it is powered by a M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain.[21]
The Yaris Cross was launched in Australia in November 2020, with three trim levels available: GX, GXL, and Urban. It is available with petrol and hybrid powertrains for each trim, and the AWD-e all-wheel drive option is available across the line-up.[22] In December 2022, the GR Sport trim for the Yaris Cross was introduced, powered only by a hybrid powertrain.[23]
The Yaris Cross was launched in New Zealand in November 2020, with three variants available: GX, Hybrid GX and Hybrid Limited.[24] In January 2023, a GR Sport trim was added to the line-up, powered only by a hybrid powertrain.[25]
The Yaris Cross XP210 made its South American debut in Colombia in December 2021, with two trim levels: XS and XLS. The M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain is available for the latter trim.[26]
The Yaris Cross was launched in Ecuador on 13 May 2022, in a sole variant, powered only by M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is available as an option.[27]
The Yaris Cross was updated on 21 November 2023 in Europe. Updates consists of a new "Premiere Edition" trim, which includes a new Urban Khaki two-tone paint, redesigned 18-inch alloy wheels, and green accents on the upholstery, instrument panel and doors.[28] Other changes include a choice of new electric motor which improves the power output to 130 hp (97 kW; 132 PS) and 185 N⋅m (18.9 kg⋅m; 136 lb⋅ft) of torque, new Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system with a choice of 12.3-inch instrument panel and 10.5-inch head unit, improvedNVH levels, thicker glass on the windscreen and side windows, revisedToyota Safety Sense features, new upholstery patterns, a soft lower instrument panel covering, and a new Juniper Blue paint option.[29]
The Yaris Cross was tested forautomotive safety byANCAP andEuro NCAP in September 2021 and October 2021 respectively (their protocols are aligned).[33][34] It received five stars out of a possible five from both tests.
ANCAP test results Toyota Yaris Cross all variants excluding GR Sport (2021)[35]
Test
Points
%
Overall:
Adult occupant:
32.98
86%
Child occupant:
42.29
86%
Pedestrian:
42.57
78%
Safety assist:
13.22
82%
Euro NCAP test results Toyota Yaris Cross (2021)[36]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was unveiled in Indonesia on 15 May 2023,[41][39] and started production on 13 June 2023 atToyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia facility inKarawang,West Java, for both local and export markets amounting to 25 countries.[42] Indonesian sales commenced on the same date.[43] A total of 116 suppliers contribute up to 80 percent of the local content value, including batteries and engines.[44]
The development of the model was done byDaihatsu through a joint Toyota-Daihatsu internal company known as Emerging-market Compact Car Company (ECC), under the lead of chief engineer Toru Uda. It shares theDNGA-B platform with theAC100 series Vios/Yaris sedan. The front section of the platform such as the engine compartment is shared with theAvanza/Veloz, while the under section and wheelbase was reworked.[45] The ground clearance is rated at 210 mm (8.3 in).[46]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Costa Rica on 17 August 2023. It is available in New Line, High Line and Hybrid trim levels, the former two trims are powered with the 1.5-litre2NR-VE engine, while the latter is powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.[49]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Guatemala on 18 October 2023. Three trim levels are available, the highest trim is powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.[50]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Panama on 13 October 2023. It is available in two trim levels: Base and Full, both are only powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VE petrol engine mated to a CVT.[53]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Paraguay on 3 November 2023, with two powertrains: 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine, and the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.[54]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross made its South American debut in Peru on 21 September 2023, with four variants: Full M/T, Full CVT, HEV Full e-CVT, and Full D-Lux CVT.[55]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Trinidad and Tobago on 7 October 2023. It is available in the sole trim, powered solely by the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.[56][57]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Brunei on 17 January 2024. It is offered in two trim levels: G with a 1.5-litre2NR-VE engine and S with a 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the S Hybrid variant.[59]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched together with theWigo in Cambodia on 7 July 2023.[60] Initially, it was offered in a single trim level, paired only with the 1.5-litre2NR-VE engine. A new trim with the hybrid powertrain was added on 17 November 2023.[61] Toyota Safety Sense is standard.[62]
The Indonesian market Yaris Cross is available in three trim levels: G, S and S HEV, the former can be equipped with either a 5-speed manual or a CVT while the latter two can be only equipped with a CVT. It is the second Toyota hybrid model produced in Indonesia, following theKijang Innova Zenix HEV.[63] Toyota Safety Sense is standard on the S and S Hybrid trim levels, while a GR Parts package consisting of body kits and other cosmetic parts are optional on either S and S Hybrid trim levels.[64][65]
2023 Yaris Cross S HEV with GR Parts (NYC200, Indonesia)
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Laos on 22 September 2023. It is only offered with the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain trim level. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.[citation needed]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in the Philippines on 4 August 2023 and is available in three trim levels: G, V and S HEV, the former two trim levels are powered with the 1.5-litre2NR-VE engine, while the latter is powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.[66] The petrol models are equipped with Daihatsu'sDual Mode CVT or D-CVT, while the Hybrid trim is paired with Toyota's eCVT transmission.[67] Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the V and S Hybrid trim levels.[68][69] In August 2025, the SE HEV variant was added to the line-up, slotted above the S HEV grade.[70]
The Taiwanese market Yaris Cross was unveiled in August 2023 and it was officially launched on 28 September 2023.[71] Three trim levels are offered, all powered by the 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a CVT transmission. Toyota Safety Sense is standard. It is locally assembled byKuozui Motors.[72]
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Thailand on 5 October 2023. Produced at the Gateway plant inChachoengsao, it is offered in three trim levels: Smart, Premium and Premium Luxury, it is only offered with a 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the Premium and Luxury trims.[73]
The Vietnamese market Yaris Cross was released on 19 September 2023. It is offered in two trim levels, the highest trim is offered with the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.[74][75][76]
For the petrol model, the AC200 series Yaris Cross is powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VE engine rated at 78 kW (106 PS; 105 hp) and 138 N⋅m (14.1 kg⋅m; 102 lb⋅ft). The hybrid model is powered by the 1.5-litre2NR-VEX engine, which is a world-first application. It is anAtkinson cycle engine based on the2NR-VE rated at 67 kW (91 PS; 90 hp), combined with a single electric motor producing 59 kW (80 PS; 79 hp) with a total output of 82 kW (111 PS; 110 hp).[77] It is supplemented with a 0.7 kWhlithium-ion battery, which is mounted under the rear seats.[78]
In 2024, a Yaris Cross Hybrid was modified byToyota Gazoo Racing Thailand (TGRT) to participate in RAAT Thailand Rally Championship 2024.[83] According to TGRT, the car retained the hybrid system but it was modified to meet RC 2.1 class specifications.[84] In the first round of the race, the car finished 1st in its category, and 18th place overall out of 52 entries.
In February 2024, Toyota issued a recall for the AC200 Yaris Cross marketed in Indonesia and Philippines. The vehicle received an incorrect tightening of the front shock absorber nuts, which may cause damage to the vehicle posing risk to stability. A total of 5,130 units in Indonesia and 3,378 units in the Philippines, all of which produced between May and September 2023 were affected.[86][87]
Another recall was issued for the AC200 Yaris Cross Hybrid marketed in Indonesia and Philippines in May 2025. The vehicle received an incorrect application of glass primer, which could have a reduced adhesive bond between the roof glass and panel. In worst cases, the panoramic glass roof could detach from the vehicle’s structure and increase the risk of accident to other road users. A total of 8,288 units in Indonesia and 5,086 units in the Philippines, all of which produced between May 2023 and November 2024 were affected.[88][89]
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