Toyota Yaris 2018 unveiled in Thailand from P740,845

After having launched the new Yaris Ativ sedan last month, Toyota continues to bring in Thailand a facelifted Toyota Yaris 2018 hatchback. Overall, this eco hatchback is better-looking, more functional and also, much safer.

Up front, the new Toyota Yaris is now adorned by a large lower front grille which is exclusively flanked by LED daytime running lights on the top-spec G model. The grille is also coupled with grille combo and iconic Toyota V headlights (halogen headlights with LED light guides for the G).

Up front, the new Toyota Yaris is now adorned by a large lower front grille 

On the side, the Yaris remains the floating roof thanks to blacked out C pillars but at the rear, the screen is flat-bottomed. This time, the hatchback receives an all-new look with a pair of LED tail lights linked together by a new black bar attached Toyota emblem in the middle.

The facelifted Toyota Yaris 2018 hatchback receives an all-new look at the rear

Moving inside, you will be surprised by a modern dashboard. Mainly based on the Ativ’s design but the Yaris hatchback differentiates itself from the sedan sister with a fresh factory head unit and an added dial in the meter panel. Furthermore, the cabin is also loaded with a digital AC panel, keyless entry with push start, Optitron meter panel and steering audio/calls buttons.

Moving inside, you will be surprised by a modern dashboard

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In comparison with other models in its segment, the refreshed Toyota Yaris 2018 hatchback now comes standard with unparalleled safety features like the Ativ sedan, including:

• Seven airbags
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
• Braking Assistance (BA)
• Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
• Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

Concerning the hardware, the facelifted Toyota Yaris hatchback uses the same 1.2 L 3NR-FE Dual VVT-i 4-cylinder engine as the Yaris TRD Sportivo which is capable of 86 PS and 108 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a Super CVT-i automatic, manual transmission is not available at all. Moreover, the car inherits the powertrain from the Ativ.

As for available colors, there are totally seven hues offered, in which the signature Citrus Mica Metallic is quite impressive. What’s more, Toyota Thailand also gives the Yaris an extra sporty body kid containing LED fog lamps, “premium horn”, scuff plates, red/champagne interior trim, a TRD shift knob, a dashboard cam and corner parking sensors.

Below are the Toyota Yaris 2018 hatchback prices in Thailand for your reference:

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Hope that the new Yaris will soon hit dealerships in the Philippines. Stay tuned!