2021 Toyota GR Yaris PH price could be similar to Honda Civic Type R

Updated Jan 11, 2021 | Same topic: Car Sneak Peeks, Teasers, & Rumors

Toyota’s new hot hatch is reportedly coming in Q2 2021.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is reportedly going to bring in the GR Yaris in the second quarter (Q2) of 2021. It is also said that TMP will also be launching 9 other models throughout the year, which includes the Vios GR-S, facelifted Innova, Hilux GR, Fortuner GR, among others. 

However, TMP has yet to confirm the said report. But, speaking of the GR Yaris, there’s a good chance that it will indeed find its way here in the local market. The reason for this is that our ASEAN neighbors, Thailand and Malaysia, already have the 2021 Toyota GR Yaris. So, if you look into the odds, the cars sold in Thailand and even in Malaysia are similar to what Toyota offers here in the Philippines.     

2021 Toyota Yaris GR

2021 Toyota GR Yaris

>>> Related: What can you expect from Toyota Hilux GR and Fortuner GR?

The GR Yaris is a vehicle that’s developed based on the inputs from the Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team. As such, the GR Yaris is a hatchback that features rally-inspired performance. However, some individuals were set aback when the vehicle was first introduced since its base variant comes with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that delivers 118 hp and 145 Nm of torque. Moreover, it comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). 

In perspective, the higher-spec GR Yaris is equipped with a more worthy 1.6-liter three-cylinder turbo gasoline engine that can put out 257 hp and 360 Nm of torque. More importantly, the engine is paired to a six-speed manual transmission and comes with an all-wheel-drive system. 

2021 Toyota GR Yaris rear

Rear of the Toyota GR Yaris

So, what could the Philippine market be getting in Q2 2021? You’ll be glad to know that our ASEAN neighbors got the more performance-oriented 1.6-liter turbo GR Yaris. With that, there’s a high probability that TMP will also offer the PH-spec GR Yaris with the same power unit. 

In terms of pricing, the PH-spec GR Yaris could go head-to-head with the Honda Civic Type R. In fact, it might be priced higher than the Civic Type R. As a comparison, the 2021 Toyota GR Yaris is priced at 2.69 million baht, which is around Php 4.30 million. If that’s the case, Toyota’s hot hatch is priced Php 1.12 million more than the Civic Type R that retails at Php 3.18 million.

Toyota GR Yaris

Toyota GR Yaris

On the other hand, the 2021 Toyota GR Yaris is priced lower when you look at the Malaysian market. In Malaysia, the GR Yaris comes with a sticker price of RM 299,000 or around Php 3.56 million. It’s still more expensive as compared to the Honda Civic Type R but, the price difference is closer and within reason.

With that in mind, the price tag of the PH-spec 2021 Toyota GR Yaris could be between Php 3.5 million to under Php 4 million. However, the said figures are just rough estimates considering the prices of the GR Yaris in Thailand and in Malaysia.

>>> Related: Toyota GR Yaris RS power output is almost same with the Vios

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R

It would be better if TMP will lean towards the lower price range so that the GR Yaris can compete competitively with the Civic Type R. Moreover, it could be a bit difficult to spend that much dough on a hatchback, which is smaller as compared to the Civic Type R. Plus, the Civic Type R can generate 306 hp and 400 Nm while the GR Yaris can churn only 257 hp and 360 Nm. 

Visit Philkotse.com to get more of the latest in the automotive industry.

Know more about Toyota Yaris 2024

Toyota Yaris

Like its brothers in other Southeast Asian markets, the Philippine-spec Toyota Yaris is a five-door subcompact hatchback based on the Toyota Vios sedan. Locally, it is available in two variants: the Yaris E 1.3 AT and the Yaris S 1.5 AT. Toyota Yaris price Philippines starts at ₱973,000 for the entry-level E 1.3 AT, while the top-of-the-line Toyota Yaris S 1.5 AT is priced at ₱1,114,000

Both trims of the 2023 Toyota Yaris Philippines utilize a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making up to 106 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. For both Yaris variants, both come with a continuously variable transmission with a paddle shifter manual-mode. 

Size-wise, the Toyota Yaris measures 4,140mm long, 1,730mm wide, and 1,500mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,550mm, and a ground clearance of 140mm. 

In the local market, the Toyota Yaris’ competitors includes the likes of the Volkswagen Santana GTS, Honda City hatchback, Mazda2, Suzuki Swift, etc. 

₱ 973,000 - ₱ 1,114,000

Explore