Does the Toyota Yaris have a backup camera?
Yes. In modern Yaris models, a backup camera is standard or readily available across most markets, though exact equipment varies by year and region.
The Yaris line has evolved differently by market. In the United States, the Yaris nameplate was phased out after the 2020 model year, but nearly all recent Yaris hatchbacks and crossovers sold globally include reversing cameras as part of standard safety equipment. Here’s how it breaks down across major regions and model years.
Regional status and model-year specifics
What you can expect in different regions matters for buyers and used-car shoppers.
Regional breakdown at a glance:
- United States and Canada: Since the 2018 model year, U.S.-market Yaris models have included a backup camera as standard equipment, in line with federal safety requirements. The Yaris nameplate was retired from the U.S. lineup after 2020, but used examples from later years almost always include a rear camera.
- Europe, Asia, and other markets: Modern Yaris versions (hatchback and Yaris Cross) typically include a reversing camera as standard on mid- to high-trim levels, often bundled with Toyota Safety Sense or an equivalent active-safety suite. Some base trims in developing markets may offer it as an option or rely on alternative parking aids.
- Used-car caveat: In older generations or markets with lower-spec configurations, a backup camera may not be present on every trim. Always check the specific trim and equipment list when shopping a used Yaris.
In short, most current or recently produced Yaris models you’re likely to encounter—especially from 2018 onward in markets that still sell Yaris—include a backup camera, with occasional exceptions in the most basic trims or older generations.
How to verify on a specific model
To confirm for a particular Yaris, do these checks:
- Visually inspect the rear bumper for a small camera lens just above or near the license plate or integrated into the hatch handle.
- Consult the owner's manual or window sticker (Monroney label) for a listed backup camera feature or “rear-view camera.”
- With the car in reverse, observe the infotainment display—most Yaris models will show a camera feed with guide lines when reversed.
- Check the vehicle’s safety or parking-assist menu in the infotainment system for a rear-view camera option or camera feed configuration.
These steps help verify whether a specific Yaris has a rear-view camera and how it behaves with the screen and feed.
Aftermarket options and retrofitting
If you find a Yaris without a backup camera, you can retrofit one, though compatibility and installation quality vary by year and trim. Consider these options:
- Aftermarket wired or wireless backup camera kits that install behind the license plate and feed to the factory or aftermarket infotainment screen.
- License-plate-frame camera modules that include a small display or smartphone integration.
- Professional installation to ensure proper wiring, power, camera alignment, and to avoid interference with other safety systems.
Always ensure the installation complies with local regulations and does not interfere with vehicle functions or safety systems.
Summary
Across markets and model years, the Toyota Yaris generally includes a backup camera on modern builds, reinforced by safety regulations in many regions. If you’re shopping a used Yaris, verify the trim and year to confirm whether the camera is included, and consider aftermarket options if it’s missing. For buyers in the United States, note that the Yaris nameplate was discontinued after 2020, but current or recent used examples typically retain the backup camera feature.
