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2010 Toyota Yaris
Car · 2010–2020 · Yaris, Yaris Hatchback, Yaris iA
Which year to buy
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2010GOOD BUYSerious complaints 0.7× usual Extended coverage
74 serious complaints of 90, the most about air bags (45) and speed control (6); per car on the road, 0.7× this model's usual year. 9 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA21002: desiccated air bag inflator rupture.
What owners report
“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 toyota yaris. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Mar 2017
“The contact owns a 2010 toyota yaris. While driving 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated. The check engine and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the speed control, May 2018
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was approved for full implementation. The settlement includes Toyota's agreement to provide a Customer Support Program (?CSP?) for 2002-2019 model year (MY) vehicles originally equipped with certain… (22TE04, Jul 2022)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
90 owner complaints · 9 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 31–32 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2010 trims and features
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2010
First year we have trim data for.
2010 Yaris trims
| Base | |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| Starting MSRP | from $12,355 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT-i 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 106 hp |
| Torque | 103 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Overdrive (ECT) 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: — 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: — |
| Gears | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 4 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: 5 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: 5 |
| Drivetrain | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic / 4-Door Sedan 4-Speed Automatic / 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual / 3-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic / 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual |
| Size and capability | |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo behind last row | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: — 3-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 9.32 cu ft 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: 9.32 cu ft |
| Trunk | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: — 4-Door Sedan 4-Speed Automatic: 12.9 cu ft 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: 12.9 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: — 4-Door Sedan 4-Speed Automatic: 5.8 in 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: 5.8 in 3-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 5.5 in 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: 5.5 in |
| Length | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: — 4-Door Sedan 4-Speed Automatic: 169.3 in 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: 169.3 in 3-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 150.6 in 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: 150.6 in |
| Curb weight | 5-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 2,364 lb 4-Door Sedan 4-Speed Automatic: 2,346 lb 4-Door Sedan 5-Speed Manual: 2,313 lb 3-Door Liftback 4-Speed Automatic: 2,355 lb 3-Door Liftback 5-Speed Manual: 2,311 lb |
| Tech | |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional |
| Speakers | 4 |
| Comfort | |
| Seats | Cloth + option |
| Exterior | |
| Wheels | 14 in + option |
| Headlights | Halogen |
Packages and options (57)
| Base | |
|---|---|
| All-Weather Guard Package | Optional |
| Convenience Package | — |
| Power Package | Optional |
| Sport Package | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional |
| Integrated Front Fog Lamps | Optional |
| Mudguards $51 | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Protector $79 | Optional |
| Rear Spoiler $299 | Optional |
| TRD Clutch Assembly $328 | Optional |
| TRD Cold Air Intake $350 | Optional |
| TRD Lowering Spring $229 | Optional |
| TRD Oil Filler Cap $54 | Optional |
| TRD Radiator Cap $38 | Optional |
| TRD Rear Sway Bar $250 | Optional |
| TRD Shock Absorber Kit $500 | Optional |
| TRD Sport Muffler $419 | Optional |
| TRD Wheel Locks $45 | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $67 | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Mirror $229 | Optional |
| Cargo Net $51 | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor and Cargo Mats $193 | Optional |
| Center Armrest $129 | Optional |
| Door Sill Enhancements $95 | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $29 | Optional |
| Interior Light Kit - Blue $275 | Optional |
| Sport Pedal Covers $92 | Optional |
| Sport Shift Knob $72 | Optional |
| TRD Shift Knob $77 | Optional |
| AM/FM CD Deck $445 | Optional |
| BLU Logic Hands-Free System $299 | Optional |
| iPod Interface $299 | Optional |
| XM Satellite Radio Kit $449 | Optional |
| VIP Security RS3200 $359 | Optional |
| 14-in. Steel Wheels with P175/65R14 Tires and Full Wheel Covers | Standard |
| 15-in. Alloy Wheels with P185/60R15 Tires | Optional |
| Absolutely Red | Optional |
| Barcelona Red Metallic | Optional |
| Bayou Blue Pearl | Optional |
| Black Sand Pearl | Optional |
| Blazing Blue Pearl | Optional |
| Blue Streak Metallic | Optional |
| Carmine Red Metallic | Optional |
| Flint Mica | Optional |
| Jade Sea Metallic | Optional |
| Meteorite Metallic | Optional |
| Pacific Blue Metallic | Optional |
| Polar White | Optional |
| Silver Streak Mica | Optional |
| Yellow Jolt | Optional |
| Zephyr Blue Metallic | Optional |
| Bisque Fabric | Optional |
| Bisque Sport Fabric | Optional |
| Dark Charcoal Fabric | Optional |
| Dark Charcoal Sport Fabric | Optional |
| Upgrade Bisque Fabric | Optional |
| Upgrade Dark Charcoal Fabric | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 34–35 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 9 | Unknown or other (3) | Yes |
| 2019 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–35 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 26 | Engine (8) | No |
| 2018 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–35 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 12 | Air bags (3) | No |
| 2017 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–35 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 3 | 31 | Air bags (8) | No |
| 2016 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–33 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 5 | Service brakes (2) | No |
| 2015 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–33 mpg | 4 of 5 | 4 | 15 | Air bags (5) | No |
| 2014 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–33 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 3 | Tires (1) | No |
| 2013 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 32–33 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 9 | Air bags (3) | No |
| 2012 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 31–33 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 35 | Air bags (18) | No |
| 2011 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 31 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 25 | Air bags (21) | No |
| 2010 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 106 hp manual available | FWD | 31–32 mpg | Not rated | 9 | 90 | Air bags (45) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Apple lists CarPlay for: Yaris 2020–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Toyota YARIS 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 9 |
| 2020 | Toyota YARIS HATCHBACK 5 HB FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 9 |
| 2019 | Toyota Yaris 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 26 |
| 2019 | Toyota Yaris 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 26 |
| 2019 | Toyota Yaris iA 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 26 |
| 2018 | Toyota Yaris 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 4 |
| 2018 | Toyota Yaris 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 4 |
| 2018 | Toyota Yaris iA 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 8 |
| 2017 | Toyota Yaris 5 HB FWD | 4 | Optional | No | 3 | 15 |
| 2017 | Toyota Yaris 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 3 | 15 |
| 2017 | Toyota Yaris iA 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 31 |
| 2016 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 5 |
| 2016 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 5 |
| 2015 | Toyota Yaris 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 15 |
| 2015 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 15 |
| 2014 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 9 |
| 2013 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 9 |
| 2012 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 35 |
| 2012 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 35 |
| 2012 | Toyota Yaris 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 35 |
| 2011 | Toyota Yaris 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 25 |
| 2011 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 25 |
| 2011 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 3 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 25 |
| 2010 | Toyota Yaris 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 9 | 90 |
| 2010 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 5-DR w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 9 | 90 |
| 2010 | Toyota Yaris Liftback 2-DR w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 9 | 90 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Yaris | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
34–35 |
| 2019 | Yaris | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–35 |
| 2018 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2018 | Yaris iA | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
34–35 |
| 2017 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2017 | Yaris iA | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
34–35 |
| 2016 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2015 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2014 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2013 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
32–33 |
| 2012 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
31–33 |
| 2011 | Yaris | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
31 |
| 2010 | Yaris | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L |
31–32 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.