Toyota has displayed the 2025 model of the Yaris, a premium hatchback that the company plans to enter in India’s jam-packed small car market. Renowned for quality and robustness, Toyota now introduces a more assertive, dynamic Yaris aimed at younger customers who want a car that is assertive, sporty and also appeals to safety-conscious families. With a pricetag that ranges from ₹7.49 lakh to ₹10.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Yaris 2025 has enough combination of style, safety and efficiency to challenge favourites such as Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz.
Stylish Design with Sporty Flair
Head-turning design The Toyota Yaris 2025 is given an energetic new look using a hayaihin shape design, inspired by the hammerhead shark, which ensures that it has a striking presence on the road. The front grille is big and aggressive, with sharp LED projector headlamps that will light up the road well! Modern profile. The tail lights are stylish LED units that are part of the wrap-around design, adding to the high-tech look. A few of the standouts are the new Cement Grey metallic paint that goes well with the black roof offer and piano black finishes on the grille and the bumpers. It’s these design touches that give this segment a premium feel. The aero elements aren’t just there for looks, though; they’re designed to tamp down on wind noise, making the cabin more serene at higher speeds.
Comfortable and Feature-Rich Interior
The Yaris gets a comfortable, dual-tone black and red cabin that comes in a higher trim. The materials are of a high quality for the segment, and the layout is usable and user-friendly. An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment unit that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for smartphone integration can also be found here. The driver’s seat is fine, and behind the wheel, it’s leather as standard, with audio and phone controls mounted on the wheel. The instrument cluster is a mix of old school analogue dials and a little digital unit that also covers off some useful information – fuel economy, trip details and warning messages. The rear seat offers acceptable space for the legs but a moderate amount of headroom, with the cabin split and slightly narrower than what you’ll find in competitors. One drawback: as with most cars this size, no rear A/C vents, which can be a drag when temperatures are high. Boot space is a roomy 286 litres, which is good as a whole-of-life boot space but less than a few others.
Powerful and Responsive Performance and Driving Experience
The Toyota Yaris 2025 is underpinned by a 1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine that belts out 92 PS of power along with 109 Nm of torque. It employs the tested and proven Toyota dual VVT (Variable Valve Timing) and DOHC technology, which ensures a perfect balance of power and fuel economy. Comes with a 5-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission option for the buyers. The manual feels slick and sporty, great for anybody craving a little more control over gearshifts. The CVT has city-comfort and economy settings, so it’s a bit of a no-brainer for urban commuters. Toyota says the petrol powertrain can deliver a mileage of 23 km per litre with a manual and 18-20 km per litre with the CVT. The Yaris also encourages the use of E20 ethanol-blended fuel, as well as E10, further reflecting Toyota’s continued commitment to cleaner motoring. Ride quality is firm, but comfortable, and highway cruising is nice and relaxed. But the loading bays also mean it sits at a ground clearance of 135 mm when fully packed , and that may prove quite demanding on our rough Indian roads. The car came with 185/60 R15 tires, which provide good grip and handling for daily use.
Best-in-Class Safety Features
Toyota Yaris 2025 Safety is another strong point of the Toyota Yaris 2025. The car is armed with a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, which not many can boast of in the segment. The Toyota Yaris comes standard with seven airbags, including front, side curtain and driver’s knee airbag, which offers outstanding safety for occupants. Another safety feature Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Hill Hold Assist. The car also offers contemporary driver assistance tech, including a 360-degree camera, lane departure warning, forward collision alert and a lane watch camera that assists in monitoring blind spots. The way these safety systems help distinguish the Yaris is a plus for buyers who place a high priority on family protection and peace of mind.
Closing Statement: A Stylish, Safe and Practical Hatchback
The Toyota Yaris 2025 makes a strong case for people in the market for a quality premium hatchback that is centred around safety, style and efficiency. It’s not the biggest in the category for either cabin room or glitzy infotainment, but it wins with build, comfort and, above all, safety. Its aggressive look and sporty touches underscore the contemporary nature of the car, while the 7-airbag configuration and 5-star safety rating position it as one of the safest vehicles in the premium hatchback segment. Its engines have enough power to handle both city and highway driving, with transmission choices that adapt each powertrain to the type of driving its owner will be doing. Even though it lacks the rear AC vents and sits a bit lower on the ground, the Yaris 2025 is another all-rounder that should provide families and professionals with the peace of mind of owning a Toyota. If you’re in the market for an up-to-date small hatchback with a Toyota badge on it that boasts the deadly to secure a top ANCAP rating, the Yaris 2025 has to be on your radar.