Toyota Yaris2016

Known issues

• Hybrid battery capacity loss over time; degradation typically 5–10% by 80k miles but rarely requires replacement before 10 years
• 12V auxiliary battery occasional early failure (around 3–4 years); replacement ~€120–150
• Water ingress into door seals and minor interior trim rattles, especially in damp conditions
• CVT gearbox rare low-speed judder or hesitation during hill starts; usually software-related and correctable
• Air-con compressor failure rare but expensive (~€800–1200 at dealer; ~€500–700 at independent)

Good for

• Exceptional fuel economy (45–55 mpg real-world with careful driving; excellent in city/urban use)
• Low road tax and insurance due to sub-100g/km CO₂ emissions
• Bulletproof Toyota reliability and parts availability; negligible engine wear
• Quiet, smooth powerplant with responsive electric motor assist for everyday driving