When did Toyota stop making the Yaris hatchback?
In the United States, Toyota stopped selling the Yaris hatchback after the 2019 model year; in other regions the model remained available longer, notably in Europe where the Yaris hatchback remains part of the lineup as of the mid-2020s.
This article traces the key dates, regional variations, and current status of the Yaris hatchback to help readers understand why availability varies by market and year.
Regional status by market
United States
The Yaris hatchback was discontinued after the 2019 model year in the U.S. The 2020 model year Yaris hatchback was not offered in the American market, reflecting Toyota's shift toward the Corolla family and other small-car options.
Europe
Other markets
Overall, the timing of the Yaris hatchback’s disappearance from local showrooms is country-dependent: the United States ended it after 2019, while Europe and several other regions maintained production and sales into the mid-2020s, albeit with changes in model lineup and branding.
Summary
The Yaris hatchback’s fate is uneven across the globe. The United States ended Yaris hatchback production after the 2019 model year, whereas Europe and many other markets continued to offer the Yaris hatchback into the mid-2020s, often alongside the Yaris Cross and other small Toyota models. For buyers and fans, the story reflects a broader shift in Toyota’s small-car strategy toward crossovers and integrated hatchbacks in different regions.
Why did Toyota discontinue the Yaris?
The Toyota Yaris was discontinued in many markets due to declining sales as consumers shifted to larger SUVs and a strategic shift by Toyota to focus on SUVs and hybrid/electric vehicles. In North America, the discontinuation was also because the last generation was a rebadged Mazda2, which wasn't selling well enough to justify continued production. For newer, globally available Yaris models, safety and emissions regulations made it too expensive to develop a new, affordable entry-level version.
Reasons for discontinuation
- Declining small car sales: In North America and other markets, sales of small cars like the Yaris had been plummeting for years as consumer preference shifted towards larger vehicles, such as SUVs and crossovers.
- Strategic company shift: Toyota decided to focus its resources on its SUV lineup and other fuel-efficient models, including hybrids and electric vehicles. The platform and some engines from the Yaris were adapted for use in other models, such as the Corolla.
- Cost of new regulations: For newer generations, the cost of re-engineering the Yaris to meet new safety and emissions standards made it too expensive to produce as an entry-level, budget-friendly car.
- Market-specific issues: In some regions, the Yaris faced tough competition from other models in its segment, leading to slow sales. In the US, the final Yaris was a rebadged Mazda2 that sold poorly compared to other models in the Toyota lineup, such as the Corolla.
- Inability to justify investment: The low sales volume made it difficult to justify the investment in a new model generation, especially when compared to the performance of other Toyota vehicles.
Is the Toyota Yaris hatchback discontinued?
The fun doesn't end here. Both Yaris and Yaris Hatchback have been discontinued, making 2020 the last model year for each vehicle. If you're a current Yaris or Yaris Hatchback owner, you'll still receive great service from your local Toyota Service Center.
What was the last year of the Yaris hatchback?
2020
By the early 2020s, subcompact SUVs had mostly edged out subcompact cars, so the Yaris was discontinued after the 2020 model year as the Corolla compact car and Corolla Cross subcompact SUV became Toyota's entry-level vehicles.
How much is the Toyota Yaris 2025 hatchback?
The Toyota Yaris 2025 prices range from $25,880 for the basic trim level Hatchback Yaris Ascent Sport to. The Toyota Yaris 2025 comes in Hatchback.
