2012 Toyota Yaris prototype already on the road

 2012 Toyota Yaris prototype already on the road
2012 Toyota Yaris prototype spy photo / Copyright S. B. Medien

Hybrid variant expected

Spy photographers have managed to catch the first images of the 2012 Toyota Yaris.

Undergoing testing in Germany, the five-door hatchback features a slimmer C-pillar, a sportier greenhouse, a recessed tailgate, and a Verso-S front end. Inside, the cockpit boasts a revised steering wheel and possibly - mercifully - an instrument cluster that is actually in front of the driver.

Under the hood, power will likely be provided by the usual assortment of three- and four-cylinder engines. Eventually, a hybrid will be available.

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 N20_Purge N20_Purge
If the front looks like the Verso-S, then Toyota would have gone backwards in terms of design.
September 3, 2010 10:15 am
 CraigHart CraigHart
Notice the single wiper?
September 4, 2010 12:38 am
 BackInTheRealWorld BackInTheRealWorld
I disagree, i think the new design language introduced with the iQ is a modern approach without being garish. I half think designers are begging for attention with the latest cod fish front ends, mazda, insight, peugoet et. al.
September 4, 2010 12:44 am
 wmgtxi wmgtxi
this is quite nice compared to the current model, very sharp
September 4, 2010 2:27 am
 9TNine 9TNine
don't think there was anything wrong with the styling of even the current model. Main problem was - it was such a horrid thing to drive - I drove a 2006 TSpirit. hope this new one is better.
September 4, 2010 9:52 am
 andrewB andrewB
The current model in australia is good with what it features, the fact i dont like is all the information like speed is in the middle of the car which is the same with the tarago here. i looked at that model with a family memember when they were looking for a new car. I have heard a few people like and many others which dont
September 8, 2010 5:59 am