We’ve had our excel for about a month now. Our fuel is about 66mpg. The engine sound is quieter than the demonstration model we test drove. Replacing a twenty year old Renault Megane. Very easy to get in and out. Great visibility. Super easy to drive. Plenty of power when needed. Not disappointed at all. I would highly recommend this car. Thanks for your review.
Asked question in Toyota Ireland 3D camera not available in this model. what the story with Ireland being short change only available with RAVA4, corolla and higher model. at much higher price.
One correction, that’s the older 8” Touch 2 infotainment system, not the latest 9” Smart Connect system. When you add the City Pack it adds the 360 degree camera but downgrades the screen. With Touch 2 you also lose wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Had a Yaris Cross for 4 weeks in Wellington NZ. Loved it. Wasn’t a hybrid so I’d be keen to test drive a UK version. Great car though it will certainly be on my shopping list.
So how are you finding it? Comfort (suspension damping over potholes), engine/transmission noise (roar), wind noise? What is the colour of the headlining? In this video the headlining is light. I have been advised by a main dealer that they are now only available in black/dark grey; that makes for a terribly gloomy interior.
Great review and video. You haven't touched on driver's support systems which are very impressive. Dynamic cruise control, lane centre assist, etc. I'm still waiting on my Yaris Cross Excel, but I do own 22-plate Yaris hatch which I use for commuting to work - 60 miles both ways. I couldn't wish for more frugal car. I'm getting 480 miles range per about 29 litres of petrol. That's 75 miles/gallon. I absolutely love this car and I'm sure I will love YC even more 🙂
After having Yaris Hybrid 2014, I am waiting for my Yaris Cross and the boot looks like heaven. Cause I raised now a 4 year old and moved to a new apartment with a hatchback boot so this looks absolute heaven. :D
Then put big smile in your face I suppose! Do not disappoint us we ordered already one of the Yaris cross by June! Off course we do not take any kids , but adults to go a trip!!!
I love that Toyota are , once again, producing cars with good chassis and interest. Back in the 70s and 80s they produce cars with precision gearboxes and grunty engines. The blandness is slowly disappearing.
You must have driven so right shitters if you thinktoymotor had grunty engines in the 70s and 8ps. Maybe their absolute halo models. But their averwge cars were heaps of shit engine wise.
I got the new Yaris cross march 24plate love it great on fuel it's automatic so never ever drove automatic it was much easier to drive less to think about and more time to pay attention on the rd I had a Renault capture but Yaris is a bit wider to drive than capture but I love it as it's mostly only me that drives it .
Drove one for a week. This car, although its seriously slow in comaprison to my 1.8 hybrid auris, feels so much faster. Its stiff, but not uncomfortably stiff. Just the fun kind of stiff.
The B function is not for charging the battery, its actually for when your going down slopes. Youll wear down your CVT and Engine is you overuse it in normal circumstances. Charging haooens when breaking, as long as its no on the end of the "charge" gauge, it eont use its breaks.
i have a Yariss Cross for about 6 months now, and im very happy with it. its very fun car to drive, and it is comfortable. i just have to say that the version that i drive for example has leather interior details, not much plastic. it's the yariss cross sport version. and also it has a wireless charger underneath the ˝phone case˝, as well as a totally different dashboard. im very pleased overall
...this is nice to hear. Did you order this in the UK? I have a 5-6month wait for one in the UK and all I see is the generic stuff online with very little details. I have seen the "middle East" version on youtube with a c-charger rather than the usual usb charger, and a different dashboard display. Any other surprises?
@@bobbe7910 i order it in Serbia. Although I did get the one that was already on its way to the car dealer. Knowing the fact that it’s very hard these days to get a car that you want in short term. I was lucky 😅 no c charger tho. Only the classic USB one. Anyways I’m very pleased with my Toyota. Good deal overall
Great video, but I'll no longer watch ones whereby the TH-camr reviews the higher spec. In reality, most will go for the Design, but 90% on TH-cam seem to always have the top spec with added packs. Just tired of seeing a car model , with features you'll most likely never have. I do really like the way this guy presents the video, though, so all the best for the future.
Thank you so much for your comment. Afraid I have no say in which trim level I get from the manufacturer, which is why I put my recommendations forward. Sometimes I am fortunate to get a base or mid spec car (Kia EV6) which does help buyers make that final choice. Hope you still enjoy the channel. Thank you.
@AutoBears True that the manufacturers only want to show off the top spec. It's why my nearest Toyota only displayed the GR version of this car and the same type of spec for the Corolla. Even the Toyota sales guy said last month that he doesn't understand why Toyota doesn't just put a mid spec on display, as it will be more honest with what the customer can afford. Great channel and reviews still. On second thought and as you say, you had no say which model they provided, so I shouldn't allow that to stop me from watching. My dissatisfaction should be aimed at Toyota or whoever supplies the car, not at your channel. I highly recommend viewers stay tuned with this channel. Great content and the presentation are equally the same.
@@daxx10 Many people seem to buy a car without looking around at what the competition has to offer... We switched from a Toyota Yaris to a.... Right: Honda Jazz.😊
I've owned the GR Yaris it isn't as great to drive as people make out, fantastic for speed and handling but it gets old pretty quick. Mazda MX5 waaay more fun to drive.
Agree with everything in your review. Car was on my shortlist, had no real expectations as the showroom model looked overly plasticy, I didn't like interior aethetics and it's and button layout is an ergonomic nighmare, but after a test drive, found it to be a better all-rounder. Car is only ever going to be used around town so not bothered about acceleration etc - around the city it proved more than capable. Ended up ordering one albeit in Silver which you didn't like. Boring yes, but the other colours available in UK at the moment are horrible IMO.
The hybrid system is great on the Yaris Cross and yes, having a CVT does mean it likes to rev. But I did find it settled quickly. A huge improvement over Toyotas of old. Thank you for your comment.
I will soon be having a test drive and will follow up on here with my opinion. A lot of people are very critical of eCVT/CVT engine/transmissions. It's all relative, but coming from a conventional (very smooth) torque converter auto gearbox, I expect the Yaris Cross may be a bit loud/rough...but I will keep an open mind.
This video shows (conventional) light coloured headlining. I was informed by a Toyota main dealer that ALL new cars have dark headlining. WHY...it looks gloomy and cuts down internal light.
I have a regular Yaris Excel & I am not very tall. I like my seat high, but the steering wheel low. The binocular dashboard is horrid for me. I cannot see if the indicators or lights are on so I loathe it with a passion. The arm rest is too far back for me to use. I have an Excel Yaris cross on order with JBL & pan roof. You can not have the dynamic, 4x4 or the city pack. A 24-26 weeks wait.
How would you compare this to the Corolla Hatchback in terms of comfort and refinement (noise)? Is this much noisier in the motorway? What about rear space? Trying to figure out if the Corolla is worth the extra.
The Corolla is a different animal to the Yaris Cross. Much more refined and a great handling car. It feels much more premium too. It is worth the extra cost.
@@AutoBears I have, thank you. Btw, I also noticed you reviewed the MG4, which is also on my list. Apart from the eletric vs hybrid different, which would you say is the better car and why?
@@mftgdeserteagle I would go with the Corolla if it was my money. It’s a very refined and comfortable car with more range on a tank. Very frugal and quiet around town.
I purchased the Toyota Yaris Cross,icon speck, You can't purchase the extra packs,I went to Toyota main dealership and the told me that you could not get extra packs added,I don't know where you got that info from!!!!!!!!!!?????????
Hi there Anthony. My video was correct at the time of recording and I got my information from Toyota UK. I was even working at a Toyota/Lexus at the time. Hope that helps.
Hello from Australia. You mentioned this Yaris Cross as 4th generation. So, the model coming out in early 2025, is it 5th generation, or just an adjustment to the 4th? Thank you!
So you don’t like the lower area (where you’d put your mobile phone)?…..So how about the higher level, cushioned cubby, above it…that’s DESIGNED for holding a mobile phone? 😬
I was supposed to get the excel, but was given the design. Completely scammed but that's another story. So the design is as basic as it gets. I had the Nissan Pulsar for 5 years which had more spec than the Design did. Design has no heated seats, no heated steering, no wireless android play, no mechanical boot, no rear seat pockets, no rear seat internal lights, no glove box lights, no sunglass holder. All of which my last nissan had. Absolutely mugged off with the design.
The rear looks tidy, but that front looks like the old Kia models 🤮. Apparently there is an updated version on the way (in Asia), probably not reach the UK for another year 🙄.
Thank you very much , you explained very well, but as you mentioned,pity the back seats are not so comfortable for adults!? I have Yaris 2020 it is good no problems with back seats. I have bought the YarisCross, still waiting for it to come along! It will take at least 3 months to be ready for delivery, I wonder why, we should wait this long the dealer say” we do not know, we can not ask them to do it a bit earlier!
We’ve had our excel for about a month now. Our fuel is about 66mpg. The engine sound is quieter than the demonstration model we test drove. Replacing a twenty year old Renault Megane. Very easy to get in and out. Great visibility. Super easy to drive. Plenty of power when needed. Not disappointed at all. I would highly recommend this car. Thanks for your review.
Did you make long trips with it? If so how did you find it?
@@stacattos maybe four hours, great.
Excellent review. One of the best I have seen or heard. Thanks. Ireland.
Asked question in Toyota Ireland 3D camera not available in this model. what the story with Ireland being short change only available with RAVA4, corolla and higher model. at much higher price.
Thank you for a nice honest review 👍
One of the best balance reviews based on what the car is designed for. Thank you.
Thank you Richard for your comment. I am glad you enjoyed the review.
One correction, that’s the older 8” Touch 2 infotainment system, not the latest 9” Smart Connect system. When you add the City Pack it adds the 360 degree camera but downgrades the screen. With Touch 2 you also lose wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Had a Yaris Cross for 4 weeks in Wellington NZ. Loved it. Wasn’t a hybrid so I’d be keen to test drive a UK version. Great car though it will certainly be on my shopping list.
We just ordered ours. There's a 5 month wait.... but it'll be worth it.
Great review btw 👌
So how are you finding it? Comfort (suspension damping over potholes), engine/transmission noise (roar), wind noise? What is the colour of the headlining? In this video the headlining is light. I have been advised by a main dealer that they are now only available in black/dark grey; that makes for a terribly gloomy interior.
Great review and video. You haven't touched on driver's support systems which are very impressive. Dynamic cruise control, lane centre assist, etc. I'm still waiting on my Yaris Cross Excel, but I do own 22-plate Yaris hatch which I use for commuting to work - 60 miles both ways. I couldn't wish for more frugal car. I'm getting 480 miles range per about 29 litres of petrol. That's 75 miles/gallon. I absolutely love this car and I'm sure I will love YC even more 🙂
After having Yaris Hybrid 2014, I am waiting for my Yaris Cross and the boot looks like heaven. Cause I raised now a 4 year old and moved to a new apartment with a hatchback boot so this looks absolute heaven. :D
Thank you very much for your comment. Sounds like you've found yourself the perfect car for you and your family.
Then put big smile in your face I suppose! Do not disappoint us we ordered already one of the Yaris cross by June! Off course we do not take any kids , but adults to go a trip!!!
really like your reviews, thanks a lot
Amazing vid 🤩
Great video as always. This Yaris Cross or the Honda Jazz? Which one do you think will have less running costs? Greetings from Madrid, Spain
I love that Toyota are , once again, producing cars with good chassis and interest. Back in the 70s and 80s they produce cars with precision gearboxes and grunty engines. The blandness is slowly disappearing.
You must have driven so right shitters if you thinktoymotor had grunty engines in the 70s and 8ps. Maybe their absolute halo models. But their averwge cars were heaps of shit engine wise.
I got the new Yaris cross march 24plate love it great on fuel it's automatic so never ever drove automatic it was much easier to drive less to think about and more time to pay attention on the rd I had a Renault capture but Yaris is a bit wider to drive than capture but I love it as it's mostly only me that drives it .
Good simple but informative car reviews thank you !
One thing I found with my Prius mk5 was that it took about 10k before it started returning really impressive fuel returns.
Drove one for a week. This car, although its seriously slow in comaprison to my 1.8 hybrid auris, feels so much faster. Its stiff, but not uncomfortably stiff. Just the fun kind of stiff.
The B function is not for charging the battery, its actually for when your going down slopes. Youll wear down your CVT and Engine is you overuse it in normal circumstances. Charging haooens when breaking, as long as its no on the end of the "charge" gauge, it eont use its breaks.
Great video. Very informative and helpful.
i have a Yariss Cross for about 6 months now, and im very happy with it. its very fun car to drive, and it is comfortable. i just have to say that the version that i drive for example has leather interior details, not much plastic. it's the yariss cross sport version. and also it has a wireless charger underneath the ˝phone case˝, as well as a totally different dashboard. im very pleased overall
...this is nice to hear. Did you order this in the UK? I have a 5-6month wait for one in the UK and all I see is the generic stuff online with very little details. I have seen the "middle East" version on youtube with a c-charger rather than the usual usb charger, and a different dashboard display. Any other surprises?
@@bobbe7910 i order it in Serbia. Although I did get the one that was already on its way to the car dealer. Knowing the fact that it’s very hard these days to get a car that you want in short term. I was lucky 😅 no c charger tho. Only the classic USB one. Anyways I’m very pleased with my Toyota. Good deal overall
Great video, but I'll no longer watch ones whereby the TH-camr reviews the higher spec. In reality, most will go for the Design, but 90% on TH-cam seem to always have the top spec with added packs. Just tired of seeing a car model , with features you'll most likely never have. I do really like the way this guy presents the video, though, so all the best for the future.
Thank you so much for your comment.
Afraid I have no say in which trim level I get from the manufacturer, which is why I put my recommendations forward. Sometimes I am fortunate to get a base or mid spec car (Kia EV6) which does help buyers make that final choice. Hope you still enjoy the channel.
Thank you.
@AutoBears True that the manufacturers only want to show off the top spec. It's why my nearest Toyota only displayed the GR version of this car and the same type of spec for the Corolla. Even the Toyota sales guy said last month that he doesn't understand why Toyota doesn't just put a mid spec on display, as it will be more honest with what the customer can afford. Great channel and reviews still. On second thought and as you say, you had no say which model they provided, so I shouldn't allow that to stop me from watching. My dissatisfaction should be aimed at Toyota or whoever supplies the car, not at your channel. I highly recommend viewers stay tuned with this channel. Great content and the presentation are equally the same.
They review what the maker gives them.
Talk about first world problems.
Sounds like a really good little car, sister is looking for a new car as we speak so will have to show her your vid.
I love mine but I have to concede that the Honda Jazz has a better interior (a friend and I ordered at the same time).
@@daxx10
Many people seem to buy a car without looking around at what the competition has to offer... We switched from a Toyota Yaris to a.... Right: Honda Jazz.😊
I've owned the GR Yaris it isn't as great to drive as people make out, fantastic for speed and handling but it gets old pretty quick. Mazda MX5 waaay more fun to drive.
I really hope this comes to South Africa, really a good little cross over.
Great review
Just one thing doesn't city pack downgrade the 9 inch screen to the old 8 inch screen because the new 9 inch is not compatible
yes
Yes, it does bring it down to 8" for reasons best known to them.
Lovely car ❤
Test driving one soon .
Yes been waiting for this.
The Icon wheels are best for mpg
I did test drive already it was so good and very light to drive I suppose !
Nice video of my next car 😎
Thank you Roger. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Agree with everything in your review. Car was on my shortlist, had no real expectations as the showroom model looked overly plasticy, I didn't like interior aethetics and it's and button layout is an ergonomic nighmare, but after a test drive, found it to be a better all-rounder. Car is only ever going to be used around town so not bothered about acceleration etc - around the city it proved more than capable. Ended up ordering one albeit in Silver which you didn't like. Boring yes, but the other colours available in UK at the moment are horrible IMO.
Oiy am a cydre drinker! 🚜
True. Silver myself as well. Choice of white, black, grey, silver, another white or red.
The arm rest gets in the way of your drinks in the back cup holder
Thank you for your comment.
The far back one does but it’s an easy move to get it out of the way. It is nice and low.
great video
It is fine when driving using the battery but once you hit like 40, its like driving an angry lawnmower. 😀
The hybrid system is great on the Yaris Cross and yes, having a CVT does mean it likes to rev. But I did find it settled quickly. A huge improvement over Toyotas of old.
Thank you for your comment.
I will soon be having a test drive and will follow up on here with my opinion. A lot of people are very critical of eCVT/CVT engine/transmissions. It's all relative, but coming from a conventional (very smooth) torque converter auto gearbox, I expect the Yaris Cross may be a bit loud/rough...but I will keep an open mind.
This video shows (conventional) light coloured headlining. I was informed by a Toyota main dealer that ALL new cars have dark headlining. WHY...it looks gloomy and cuts down internal light.
Did you know that "Car Info Project" are using some of your video in their own review?
Hey, may I know what is your peronsal choice between Yaris Cross & Corolla GR Sport /Design? Both of them look really nice to me!
very nice car
He'll guys i like it how much is the vehicle per month??
My new car in ash grey metalic awd allradversion
I have a regular Yaris Excel & I am not very tall. I like my seat high, but the steering wheel low. The binocular dashboard is horrid for me. I cannot see if the indicators or lights are on so I loathe it with a passion. The arm rest is too far back for me to use.
I have an Excel Yaris cross on order with JBL & pan roof. You can not have the dynamic, 4x4 or the city pack. A 24-26 weeks wait.
How would you compare this to the Corolla Hatchback in terms of comfort and refinement (noise)? Is this much noisier in the motorway? What about rear space? Trying to figure out if the Corolla is worth the extra.
The Corolla is a different animal to the Yaris Cross. Much more refined and a great handling car. It feels much more premium too. It is worth the extra cost.
@@AutoBears Thank you!
@@mftgdeserteagle you are welcome. Please check out my review of the new 2023 Corolla.
@@AutoBears I have, thank you. Btw, I also noticed you reviewed the MG4, which is also on my list. Apart from the eletric vs hybrid different, which would you say is the better car and why?
@@mftgdeserteagle I would go with the Corolla if it was my money. It’s a very refined and comfortable car with more range on a tank. Very frugal and quiet around town.
Is the exhaust really that loud.
I purchased the Toyota Yaris Cross,icon speck, You can't purchase the extra packs,I went to Toyota main dealership and the told me that you could not get extra packs added,I don't know where you got that info from!!!!!!!!!!?????????
Hi there Anthony. My video was correct at the time of recording and I got my information from Toyota UK. I was even working at a Toyota/Lexus at the time. Hope that helps.
I’d love a full EV version.
Not yet , fuk boy
TOYOTA YARIS CROSS LAUNCH IN ... INDIA ... PLEASE
Idiotic that they throw away their brilliant MPG by offering fancy wheels … the base level car with little wheels does 64mpg, the lux versions 56…
Thank you for your comment. It’s the way of the world now where people think of aesthetics more than the economy.
Hello from Australia. You mentioned this Yaris Cross as 4th generation. So, the model coming out in early 2025, is it 5th generation, or just an adjustment to the 4th?
Thank you!
Upgrades are now public, we ordered the Urban as a townie & have been informed of the new specs plus the extra $850 price.
@@Hydrnaught Yes, that sounds accurate. My dealership, in Australia, quoted some $900 extra. Thanks for your reply!
So you don’t like the lower area (where you’d put your mobile phone)?…..So how about the higher level, cushioned cubby, above it…that’s DESIGNED for holding a mobile phone? 😬
Sadly, only the Icon version has the Yaris hatchback's guages.
Strange. Mine's the Dynamic and I wouldn't swap for that tiny display.
Holy shit Australia gets a way lower spec.
Always been a backward country!
How tall are you bear ?
I'm 5'7 tall and 5'7 wide! Hope that's helpful.
@@AutoBearsthis made me laugh out loud
It's 5 year 100000 miles auto bear
Hi there Gary. I believe it’s 3 years now as you have their new Relax Warranty.
@@AutoBears well done auto bear love your reviews 👍
Rear space a bit disappointing but that economy is seriously impressive.
I have the latest yaris cross excel and the rear space is just is a great bonus 👋🏻
I was supposed to get the excel, but was given the design. Completely scammed but that's another story.
So the design is as basic as it gets. I had the Nissan Pulsar for 5 years which had more spec than the Design did. Design has no heated seats, no heated steering, no wireless android play, no mechanical boot, no rear seat pockets, no rear seat internal lights, no glove box lights, no sunglass holder. All of which my last nissan had.
Absolutely mugged off with the design.
Engine sound is terrible
Thank you for you comment Edwin. It’s a little intrusive under load but quieter than the Honda HR-V.
@@AutoBearsBeen looking at the HR-V, the boot space is also terrible for the vehicle size.
Sounds terrible?….nowhere near as terrible as your whinging sounds! 🙄
It's ugly, to my eyes, sorry!
Hey there Mr D. No need to apologise.
Everyone has their own opinion. I think it looks a lot better than Toyotas of old.
The rear looks tidy, but that front looks like the old Kia models 🤮. Apparently there is an updated version on the way (in Asia), probably not reach the UK for another year 🙄.
Well some people unfortunately do have dodgy / wonky eyes, so don’t apologise for yourself!
Thank you very much , you explained very well, but as you mentioned,pity the back seats are not so comfortable for adults!? I have Yaris 2020 it is good no problems with back seats. I have bought the YarisCross, still waiting for it to come along! It will take at least 3 months to be ready for delivery, I wonder why, we should wait this long the dealer say” we do not know, we can not ask them to do it a bit earlier!