Do Toyota build cars in the UK?
Yes. As of 2024, Toyota operates two manufacturing sites in Britain: Burnaston in Derbyshire where cars are assembled for the European market, and Deeside in North Wales where engines are produced for Toyota models.
Where Toyota builds cars in the UK
Two facilities form the core of Toyota's car-making presence in Britain. Each site has a distinct role within the company's European production network.
- Burnaston, Derbyshire — a car assembly plant that has produced Toyota models for Europe for decades, including the Corolla family in recent generations.
- Deeside, North Wales — an engine manufacturing plant that supplies powertrains for Toyota vehicles across its European line-up.
These sites together demonstrate Toyota's UK manufacturing footprint, with vehicle assembly and engine production aligned to serve European demand and the broader supply chain.
What models and output have defined the UK plants?
The Burnaston plant has been the primary site for European Corolla hatchback and estate variants, while historically it also produced other models such as the Avensis before that nameplate ended. The Deeside plant focuses on engines rather than complete vehicles, providing powertrains for Toyota's fleet.
- Corolla (European-market hatchback/estate) is produced at Burnaston for distribution across Europe and the UK.
- Historically, the Burnaston site produced the Avensis before it was discontinued; subsequent generations of Corolla have occupied the line.
- Deeside manufactures engines that power various Toyota models, including hybrids, across Europe.
The combination of body production in Derbyshire and engine manufacturing in North Wales supports Toyota's European operations and its emphasis on hybrid technology within the UK supply chain.
Investment, strategy and outlook
Toyota says its UK plants remain a core part of its European manufacturing footprint, with ongoing maintenance, efficiency improvements and a focus on electrified powertrains. The company has stressed its commitment to sustaining production in Britain as part of its global production network.
Summary
Yes—Toyota builds cars in the UK, chiefly at Burnaston in Derbyshire, with engines produced at Deeside in North Wales. The two sites together support Toyota's European line-up, including the Corolla family, and reflect the company's strategy to maintain manufacturing presence in Britain while pursuing electrified mobility. The UK operation represents a long-standing pillar of Toyota’s European manufacturing and supply chain.
