Toyota Yaris ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2007–2019)
Side-by-side reliability scores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Toyota Yaris we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Yaris across generations.
Average Score
92/100
Best Year
2009 Toyota Yaris
Score 93
Weakest Year
2016 Toyota Yaris
Score 88
Every Toyota Yaris Ranked
Sorted by reliability score. Each link opens the full year-specific report.
An incredibly reliable and frugal daily driver that prioritizes longevity over luxury, delivering consistent performance for years.
Top risks: Water Pump · Suspension Components · EVAP System
A truly robust, no-frills compact car that prioritizes reliability and frugality above all else.
Top risks: Suspension Components · Interior Trim & Controls · Ignition Coil/Spark Plugs
A practically bulletproof compact car, perfect for reliable, no-frills transportation that goes the distance.
Top risks: EVAP System · Water Pump · Suspension Bushings/Struts
A practically indestructible compact car, offering stress-free ownership for decades.
Top risks: Suspension Components · EVAP System · Water Pump
A no-nonsense, highly dependable compact car that prioritizes longevity and economy over thrills.
Top risks: Cooling System (Water Pump) · HVAC Blower Motor/Resistor · Suspension Components (Struts/Sway Bar Links)
A truly tenacious little car, the 2013 Yaris is a wise, no-fuss investment that simply keeps going.
Top risks: Wheel Bearings (Rear) · HVAC Blower Motor · Interior Trim Rattle/Wear
A no-frills reliability champ, the Yaris is a worry-free daily driver that consistently outperforms expectations for durability.
Top risks: EVAP System · A/C Blower Motor Resistor · Front Suspension Components
A no-frills reliability champ that offers incredible value and steadfast dependability.
Top risks: Suspension Bushings/Links · Ignition Coil Packs · HVAC Blower Motor
A practically bulletproof commuter, prioritizing unwavering reliability over spirited performance or premium amenities.
Top risks: Suspension Components · Brake System Wear · HVAC Blower Motor
A practically indestructible economy car, perfect for reliable, budget-conscious transportation.
Top risks: Suspension Bushings/Components · Brake System Wear · Ignition Coil/Spark Plug Degradation
A truly bulletproof budget car perfect for urban commuting and first-time owners.
Top risks: Infotainment System Glitches · A/C Compressor/Condenser · Front Suspension Bushings/Links
An exceptionally reliable and economical subcompact, prioritizing durability and efficiency above all else.
Top risks: A/C System · Front Suspension Components · Rust and Corrosion
A pragmatic, virtually indestructible urban companion that prioritizes enduring reliability above all else.
Top risks: Front Suspension Components · Infotainment System / Connectivity · Interior Trim & Rattles
Problems That Follow the Yaris Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Suspension Components
Appears in 4 model years · 31% of generations
EVAP System
Appears in 4 model years · 31% of generations
Front Suspension Components
Appears in 3 model years · 23% of generations
Water Pump
Appears in 3 model years · 23% of generations
HVAC Blower Motor
Appears in 3 model years · 23% of generations
Brake System Wear
Appears in 2 model years · 15% of generations