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What is the top speed of a Toyota Yaris?

There isn’t a single top speed for the Toyota Yaris; it varies by model, engine, and market. In general, standard Yaris hatchbacks top out around 110–125 mph, while the performance GR Yaris reaches about 165 mph. The figures below reflect typical values for common variants and can vary with tires, gearing, and local tuning.

Variant overview

The following figures are approximate top speeds for typical Yaris models available in many markets. Keep in mind that local tuning, transmission choice, aero options, and tire sizes can affect final figures.

Yaris 1.5L petrol (non-hybrid) — roughly 180–205 km/h (112–127 mph).

Yaris Hybrid — roughly 170–180 km/h (105–112 mph).

Yaris Cross 1.5L petrol — roughly 180–190 km/h (112–118 mph).

The range above covers traditional hatchbacks and crossover variants commonly sold as Yaris in Europe and Asia; performance may vary by market.

High-performance outlier: the GR Yaris

The GR Yaris is Toyota’s high-performance variant tuned for speed and track capability. It uses a turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder engine and is electronically governed to a top speed of about 165 mph (266 km/h).

Understanding the GR Yaris figure

With advanced aero, a fixed-ratio drivetrain, and lightweight construction, the GR Yaris is designed for higher speed and acceleration relative to standard Yaris models. The top speed is a ceiling under optimal conditions and varies with equipment such as tires, gearing, and spoiler configuration.

Notes by market

Top speeds reported for Yaris models differ by market due to engine options and tuning. For example, North American Yaris models have historically been tuned differently from European or Japanese versions, affecting their stated top speeds.

Summary

In short, the Toyota Yaris does not have a single top speed. Depending on the variant—standard petrol, hybrid, cross, or the GR Yaris—the top speed ranges roughly from about 105 mph (170 km/h) for hybrids to around 165 mph (266 km/h) for the GR Yaris. Real-world speeds vary with tires, aerodynamics, and drivetrain choices, and regional tuning can also influence the official figures.

How fast does a Yaris go?

DETROIT (AP) — The speedometer on the Toyota Yaris says the tiny car can go 140 miles per hour. In reality, the bulbous subcompact's 106-horsepower engine and automatic transmission can't push it any faster than 109.

What is the fastest Toyota Yaris?

The fastest Toyota Yaris is a heavily modified Toyota GR Yaris with a record-breaking 9.049-second quarter-mile time at 163.85163.85163.85 mph, achieved by Lamspeed Racing. The fastest standard model, which is not in competition, is the new GR Yaris, with a claimed 0-62 mph time of 5.25.25.2 seconds and a top speed of 143143143 mph.
You can watch this video to learn more about the world's fastest GR Yaris: 54sHigh Performance AcademyYouTube · Nov 11, 2024
Record-breaking modified GR Yaris

The Lamspeed Racing GR Yaris is the current world record holder.
Its best quarter-mile time is 9.0499.0499.049 seconds at 163.85163.85163.85 mph.
It has a heavily modified 1.6L three-cylinder engine.

Standard Toyota GR Yaris

0-62 mph: 5.25.25.2 seconds
Top speed: 143143143 mph (electronically limited)
Engine: 1.6L turbocharged three-cylinder
Transmission: Six-speed manual or new eight-speed automatic
Weight: Approximately 1,2801 comma 2801,280 kg

This video explains the new generation of the Toyota GR Yaris: 53sJoe AchillesYouTube · Jul 5, 2025

What Toyota has the highest top speed?

The fastest Toyota is the one-off 1998 GT-One road version, which has a top speed of 236236236 mph. For a production model, the fastest is the 2025 GR Supra A90 Final Edition, with a top speed of 171171171 mph. Other high-performance models include the 2005 Camry with a top speed of 127127127 mph, and the 1993-1998 Supra with a top speed of 155155155 mph.
Fastest Toyota models
This video discusses the fastest Toyota cars ever made: 53sCarScreeningYouTube · Jan 4, 2024

Toyota GT-One Road Version: 236236236 mph (top speed)
2025 Toyota GR Supra A90 Final Edition: 171171171 mph (top speed)
1998 Toyota Supra Turbo: 155155155 mph (top speed)
1993 Toyota Supra Turbo: 155155155 mph (top speed)
2005 Toyota Camry: 127127127 mph (top speed)
1994 Toyota Celica GT-Four: 153153153 mph (top speed)
1994 Toyota MR2 GT-S Turbo: 150150150 mph (top speed)

What is Toyota Yaris top speed?

Engine and power
Toyota claims it'll reach 62 mph in 5.5 seconds and go to a top speed of 143 mph.

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