Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross (トヨタ・ヤリスクロス) is a nameplate used by the Japanese automaker Toyota for two vehicles in the subcompact crossover SUV category (B-segment). The nameplate first appeared for the crossover SUV counterpart of the XP210 model Yaris based on the Toyota New Global Architecture, which went on sale in August 2020 in Japan and in 2021 in Europe with the model code XP210.

In May 2023, Toyota released another vehicle with the same name in Indonesia, which is larger and based on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture, with the model code AC200. This version is available in most of Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and other emerging markets in Latin America and the Caribbean.

XP210 series (2020)
Primarily marketed for the Japanese, European, Oceanian, and Singaporean markets, the XP210 series Yaris Cross is built on GA-B platform as the XP210 series Yaris hatchback and positioned between the Aygo X or Raize and C-HR in Toyota's crossover SUV lineup. It replaces the Japanese/European market XP110 series Ist/Urban Cruiser.

The Yaris Cross was originally planned to be unveiled at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show; however, the show was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Toyota then released the first pictures and specifications of the Yaris Cross on 23 April 2020. The model went on sale in Japan in September 2020, Australia in November 2020 and in Europe in mid-2021.

Development was done alongside the Yaris hatchback, led by Yasunori Suezawa as chief engineer and Hideaki Hayashi as deputy chief engineer under the internal "Toyota Compact Car Company". The design of the Yaris Cross is a collaboration between Toyota's European and Japanese studios, combining cues from the Yaris with features from Toyota's larger SUVs such as the more angular RAV4. According to Toyota, the Yaris Cross resembles a diamond when viewed from above because of its wider midsection, which allowed the designers to broaden the wheel arches to achieve a more 'rugged' styling. The dashboard design shares many components with the Yaris hatchback. The wheelbase of the Yaris Cross is identical to the European market Yaris, but the ground clearance is increased by 30 mm over the standard Yaris.

Toyota offers an all-wheel-drive variant (Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, AWD-i) for the hybrid version, unlike other B-segment SUVs which are predominantly front-wheel drive especially in Europe. The system does not require a driveshaft, and instead utilising an electrified rear axle that supplies power during acceleration or when more traction is required. Under the WLTP test cycle, the i-AWD version of the new Yaris Cross emits 135 grams of per kilometer, and 120g/km for the front-wheel drive variant.

Production
The Yaris Cross is manufactured in Japan at Toyota Motor East Japan and France at Toyota Motor Manufacturing France, the same as the standard Yaris. The company planned to produce 150,000 units of the Yaris Cross per year in its French factory. The first Yaris Cross rolled out the French factory in July 2021.

Japan
In Japan, the Yaris Cross was sold from August 2020 and is available in both petrol and hybrid variants. All-wheel drive is available as an option and Toyota Safety Sense is standard across the lineup. It was initially available in X, G and Z trim levels. On 19 July 2022, two newer trim levels were added: GR Sport and Z Adventure.

Australia
The Yaris Cross was launched in Australia in November 2020, with three trim levels available: GX, GXL, and Urban. It is available in petrol and hybrid powertrains for each trim, and AWD-e all wheel drive option is available across the range.

In December 2022, the GR Sport trim for the Yaris Cross was introduced, powered only by a hybrid powertrain.

New Zealand
The Yaris Cross was launched in New Zealand in November 2020, with three variants available: GX, Hybrid GX and Hybrid Limited.

In January 2023, a GR Sport trim was added to the range, powered only by a hybrid powertrain.

Singapore
Borneo Motors launched the Yaris Cross in Singapore on 14 January 2021, in two trim levels: Active and Excite. It is powered by a M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain.

Colombia
The Yaris Cross XP210 made its South American debut in Colombia in December 2021, in two trim levels: XS and XLS. The M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain is available for the latter trim.

Ecuador
The Yaris Cross was launched in Ecuador on 13 May 2022, in a sole variant, powered only by M15A-FXE hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is available as an option.

2023 update
The Yaris Cross was updated on 21 November 2023 in Europe. Updates consists of a new "Premiere Edition" trim, which includes a new Urban Khaki two-tone paint, redesigned 18-inch alloy wheels, and green accents on the upholstery, instrument panel and doors. Other changes include a choice of new electric motor which improves the power output to 130 hp and 185 Nm of torque, new Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system with a choice of 12.3-inch instrument panel and 10.5-inch head unit, improved NVH levels, thicker glass on the windscreen and side windows, revised Toyota Safety Sense features, new upholstery patterns, a soft lower instrument panel covering, and a new Juniper Blue paint option.

Safety
The Yaris Cross was tested for automotive safety by ANCAP and Euro NCAP in September 2021 and October 2021 respectively (their protocols are aligned). It received five stars out of a possible five from both tests.

Awards
The Yaris Cross was awarded as the 2022 "World Urban Car of The Year".

AC200 series (2023)
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was unveiled in Indonesia on 15 May 2023, and started production on 13 June 2023 at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia facility in Karawang, West Java, for both local and export markets amounting to 25 countries. Indonesian sales commenced on the same date. A total of 116 suppliers contribute up to 80 percent of the local content value, including batteries and engines.

The development of the model was done by Daihatsu through a joint Toyota-Daihatsu internal company known as Emerging-market Compact Car Company (ECC), under the lead of chief engineer Toru Uda. It shares the DNGA-B platform with the AC100 series Vios/Yaris sedan. The front section of the platform such as the engine compartment is shared with the Avanza/Veloz, while the under section and wheelbase was reworked. The ground clearance is rated at 210 mm.

Indonesia
The Indonesian market Yaris Cross is available in three trim levels: G, S and S HEV, the former can be equipped with either a 5-speed manual or a CVT while the latter two can be only equipped with a CVT. It is the second Toyota hybrid model produced in Indonesia, following the Kijang Innova Zenix HEV. Toyota Safety Sense is standard on the S and S Hybrid trim levels, while a GR Parts package consisting of body kits and other cosmetic parts are optional on either S and S Hybrid trim levels.

Cambodia
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched together with the Wigo in Cambodia on 7 July 2023. Initially, it was offered in a single trim level, paired only with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine. A new trim with the hybrid powertrain was added on 17 November 2023. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.

Philippines
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in the Philippines on 4 August 2023 and is available in three trim levels: G, V and S HEV, the former two trim levels are powered with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine, while the latter is powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. The petrol models are equipped with Daihatsu's Dual Mode CVT or D-CVT, while the Hybrid trim is paired with Toyota's eCVT transmission. Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the V and S Hybrid trim levels.

Taiwan
The Taiwanese market Yaris Cross was unveiled in August 2023 and it was officially launched on 28 September 2023. Three trim levels are offered, all powered by the 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a CVT transmission. Toyota Safety Sense is standard. It is locally assembled by Kuozui Motors.

Vietnam
The Vietnamese market Yaris Cross was released on 19 September 2023. It is offered in two trim levels, the latter trim  is offered with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.

Laos
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Laos on 22 September 2023. It is only offered with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain trim level. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.

Thailand
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Thailand on 5 October 2023. Produced at the Gateway plant in Chachoengsao, it is offered in three trim levels: Smart, Premium and Premium Luxury, it is only offered with a 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the Premium and Luxury trims.

Brunei
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Brunei on 17 January 2024. It is offered in two trim levels: G with a 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine and S with a 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard for the S Hybrid variant.

Malaysia
Perodua is developing a localised version of the Yaris Cross under the code number "D66B" or the name "Nexis", to be launched by late-2024.

Costa Rica
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Costa Rica on 17 August 2023. Available in New Line, High Line and Hybrid trim levels, the former two trims are powered with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine, while the latter is powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.

Peru
The AC200 series Yaris Cross made its South American debut in Peru on 21 September 2023, with four variants: Full M/T, Full CVT, HEV Full e-CVT, and Full D-Lux CVT.

Bolivia
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Bolivia on 22 September 2023, with four variants: Mid M/T, Mid CVT, High CVT, and HEV e-CVT.

Jamaica
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Jamaica on 5 October 2023, with the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine.

Trinidad and Tobago
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Trinidad and Tobago on 7 October 2023. It is available in a sole trim, powered solely by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.

Chile
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Chile on 11 October 2023, with 3 variants: XI M/T, XI CVT, and XG CVT.

Panama
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Panama on 13 October 2023. It is offered in two trim levels: Base and Full, both are only powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE petrol engine mated to a CVT.

Guatemala
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Guatemala on 18 October 2023. Three trim levels are available, the highest trim is powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard.

Paraguay
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Paraguay on 3 November 2023, with two powertrains: 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine, and the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.

Honduras
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Honduras on 17 November 2023, in a sole variant powered by a 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX hybrid powertrain.

Venezuela
The AC200 series Yaris Cross was launched in Venezuela on 23 November 2023, in a sole variant powered by a 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine.

Powertrain
For the petrol model, the AC200 series Yaris Cross is powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VE engine rated at 78 kW and 138 Nm. The hybrid model is powered by the 1.5-litre 2NR-VEX engine, which is a world-first application. It is an Atkinson cycle engine based on the 2NR-VE rated at 67 kW, combined with a single electric motor producing 59 kW with a total output of 82 kW. It is supplemented with a 0.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, which is mounted under the rear seats.

Awards
The AC200 Yaris Cross Hybrid won the 2024 Car of the Year by Otomotif Award.

Recall
In February 2024, Toyota issued a recall for the AC200 Yaris Cross marketed in Indonesia and Philippines. The vehicle received an incorrect tightening of the front shock absorber nuts, which may cause damage to the vehicle posing risk to stability. A total of 5,130 units in Indonesia and 3,378 units in the Philippines, all of which produced between May to September 2023 were affected.