In short

Toyota Yaris 2026 mass variants are sold from RM 88,000 OTR (1.5 E AT) to RM 99,600 (G Limited). All three mass variants use the 1.5L 2NR-VE Dual VVT-i NA engine (106 PS / 140 Nm) with CVT. CKD at UMW Toyota Motor Shah Alam. The GR Yaris hot hatch at RM 315,600 OTR sits in a different category entirely: 1.6L G16E-GTS 3-cylinder turbo (300 PS / 400 Nm) on the Malaysia-spec engine (39 PS above European spec), 6-speed manual transmission, full AWD with GR-Four torque distribution, and CBU from Toyota Motomachi plant Japan. The GR Yaris is the most powerful production hot hatch sold new in Malaysia 2026.

Should you buy?

Yes, if

  • Urban first-buyer wanting reliable Toyota B-hatch under RM 100k

    Yaris 1.5 G AT at RM 91,600 delivers Toyota reliability, 140+ outlet service network, and Toyota Safety Sense ADAS at a sub-RM 100k bracket. The 1.5L 2NR-VE engine is the same proven unit in Vios and Corolla Cross, long service history, cheap parts, every workshop knows it. For first-buyers who prioritize Toyota brand confidence over cutting-edge features, Yaris is the rational pick

  • Enthusiast wanting hand-built homologation hot hatch under RM 350k

    GR Yaris at RM 315,600 is the only hand-built homologation hot hatch sold new in Malaysia 2026. 300 PS from 1.6L 3-cylinder turbo with GR-Four AWD, 6-speed manual, and Motomachi plant production quality. Cross-shop with Mercedes-AMG A 45 S (RM 530,000+) which is significantly more expensive. For track-day enthusiasts on a sub-RM 400k budget, GR Yaris is unique

Not if

  • Buyer wanting hybrid or EV hatchback under RM 110k

    The Yaris mass variants are petrol-only with no hybrid option in Malaysia 2026 (hybrid Yaris is sold in Europe and Japan but not federalised for Malaysia). For hybrid hatchback under RM 110k, Honda City Hatchback e:HEV (RM 109,900) is the only viable option. For EV hatchback, BYD Dolphin Dynamic (RM 99,900) leads with the cheapest pure-EV hatchback in Malaysia

  • Family-first buyer needing rear-seat space and cargo capacity

    Yaris is a B-segment hatchback with 326L boot and modest rear seat space. For families regularly carrying 4-5 passengers or hauling bulky items, the Toyota Vios sedan (RM 89,600-114,800, 475L boot), Toyota Corolla Cross (RM 132,000-146,000, 487L boot), or Toyota Innova Zenix (7-seat from RM 165,000) offer materially better packaging. Yaris suits single drivers, couples, or two-person households

The Toyota Yaris is Malaysia's B-segment hatchback in two distinct categories: the mass-market 1.5L NA variants from RM 88,000 OTR, and the performance GR Yaris hot hatch at RM 315,600. The mass Yaris is sold in 3 variants from RM 88,000 to RM 99,600 OTR, all CKD at UMW Toyota Motor Shah Alam with the 1.5L 2NR-VE Dual VVT-i engine (106 PS / 140 Nm) and CVT. The GR Yaris, launched in Malaysia at the Toyota Gazoo Racing Season 7 finale at Sepang International Circuit, is a CBU homologation special from Toyota's Motomachi plant in Japan with a 1.6L G16E-GTS 3-cylinder turbo (Malaysia-spec output 300 PS / 400 Nm, 39 PS above European spec), 6-speed manual transmission, and GR-Four AWD. The 8-speed automatic GR Yaris is expected to launch later in 2026.

Toyota Yaris Price Malaysia 2026 (All Variants)

VariantOTR PriceEngineTransmissionCKD/CBU
Yaris 1.5 E ATRM 88,0001.5L 2NR-VE NA (106 PS / 140 Nm)CVTCKD Shah Alam
Yaris 1.5 G ATRM 91,6001.5L 2NR-VE NA (106 PS / 140 Nm)CVTCKD Shah Alam
Yaris 1.5 G LimitedRM 99,6001.5L 2NR-VE NA (106 PS / 140 Nm)CVTCKD Shah Alam
GR Yaris (Manual)RM 315,6001.6L G16E-GTS Turbo (300 PS / 400 Nm)6-speed manualCBU Motomachi Japan

Prices are OTR excluding insurance, valid May 2026. UMW Toyota warranty 5 years / 150,000 km on mass Yaris; 3 years on GR Yaris (with track-day exclusions per Toyota Gazoo Racing terms).

Mass Yaris (1.5 E / G / G Limited): What Each Tier Adds

Yaris 1.5 E AT (RM 88,000)

Entry variant with fabric seats, single-zone manual climate, 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, ABS, EBD, VSC, Hill Start Assist, 7 SRS airbags, and basic Toyota Safety Sense (Pre-Collision System with pedestrian detection, Lane Departure Alert without Steering Assist). LED headlamps and 16-inch alloys are standard.

Yaris 1.5 G AT (RM 91,600)

Adds reverse parking camera, push-button start with smart entry, auto climate control, 9-inch infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror. The RM 3,600 step over E AT is rational for buyers who use the touchscreen frequently or want push-start convenience.

Yaris 1.5 G Limited (RM 99,600)

Top mass variant with leather seat upholstery, full Toyota Safety Sense (adds Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with stop-and-go, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beam, Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert), and Limited-specific exterior trim. The RM 8,000 step over G AT is justified primarily by ADAS Level 2 and leather.

GR Yaris: The Hand-Built Hot Hatch at RM 315,600

The GR Yaris is Toyota Gazoo Racing's homologation special, hand-built at Toyota's Motomachi plant in Japan (the same plant that produces Lexus LFA, GR Supra, and Toyota Century). Malaysia-spec details:

The 2025 facelift introduced Drive Mode Select (Sport, Normal, Eco), retuned dampers, additional bodyshell adhesive bonding for increased rigidity, and additional bolts fastening the body to the shock absorbers. The new driver-angled cockpit (Toyota's term for a tilted driver-focused dashboard layout) is borrowed from the GR Corolla.

Cross-shop comparison:

Hot hatchOTR PriceEnginePower0-100 km/h
Toyota GR YarisRM 315,6001.6L turbo300 PS~5.2s
Mercedes-AMG A 45 SRM 530,000+2.0L turbo421 PS3.9s
BMW M2RM 700,000+3.0L twin-turbo I6460 PS4.1s
Honda Civic Type R (FK8)Used market RM 280-340k2.0L turbo320 PS5.7s

The GR Yaris is the only hot hatch under RM 400,000 sold new in Malaysia 2026 with 300+ PS. Limited Malaysia allocation (~50-80 units/year) means typical waiting period is 6-9 months from booking.

Yaris vs Honda City Hatchback vs BYD Dolphin: Sub-RM 110k B-Hatch Comparison

FactorYaris G LimitedCity Hatchback VBYD Dolphin Dynamic
OTR PriceRM 99,600RM 109,900RM 99,900
Powertrain1.5L NA petrol (106 PS)1.5L i-VTEC + e:HEV (107 PS combined)44.9 kWh LFP EV (95 PS)
TransmissionCVTe-CVTSingle-speed reducer
Real-world economy14-16 km/L22-26 km/L~17 km/kWh (RM 0.04/km)
Length3,950 mm4,346 mm4,070 mm
Boot326 L289 L345 L
ADASToyota Safety Sense fullHonda SensingADAS Level 2
Service network140+ outlets110+ outlets30+ Sime Darby outlets
3-yr resale60-66%62-68%50-55%

Yaris wins on Toyota service network density and brand confidence. City Hatchback e:HEV wins on hybrid efficiency (22-26 km/L vs Yaris 14-16 km/L). BYD Dolphin wins on running cost (RM 0.04/km vs Yaris RM 0.18/km) but loses on resale and service network. For petrol B-hatch with Toyota reliability, Yaris is rational.

Toyota Yaris vs Yaris Cross: Different Vehicles

Important clarification: the Toyota Yaris (hatchback) and Toyota Yaris Cross (B-SUV crossover) are different vehicles, not variants of each other:

Both share the Toyota GA-B platform (the same architecture as the European-market Yaris and the new-generation Vios) but have different bodyshells, suspension tuning, and interior packaging. The Yaris Cross launched in Malaysia in May 2026 with expected pricing of RM 120,000-135,000, positioning it above the Yaris hatchback and against the Honda WR-V (RM 89,900-102,900) and Perodua Ativa (RM 64,781-75,157).

Toyota Yaris Warranty and Financing

UMW Toyota Capital financing via Maybank, Public Bank, and CIMB. Monthly payment examples at 10% down, 7-year tenure, 2.85% Maybank flat:

Use the Toyota loan calculator for tenure variations.

The Toyota Yaris 2026 lineup, anchored by the CKD mass hatchback from RM 88,000 and the homologation GR Yaris at RM 315,600, covers both the urban-commuter and enthusiast segments with Toyota brand confidence. Use the table above to compare variants, check the loan calculator for monthly payments, and review the full Malaysia car price list for cross-shopping against Honda City Hatchback, BYD Dolphin, and the upcoming Yaris Cross B-SUV.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Toyota Yaris in Malaysia 2026?
Toyota Yaris mass variants: 1.5 E AT at RM 88,000 OTR, 1.5 G AT at RM 91,600, and G Limited at RM 99,600. All three are CKD at UMW Toyota Shah Alam. The performance GR Yaris is RM 315,600 as a CBU from Toyota Motomachi plant Japan with 6-speed manual transmission only (8-speed AT option expected later 2026).
Toyota Yaris vs Honda City Hatchback vs BYD Dolphin: which to buy?
Yaris G Limited (RM 99,600) sits close to Honda City Hatchback V (RM 109,900) and BYD Dolphin Dynamic (RM 99,900). Yaris wins on Toyota reliability, 140+ outlet service network, and Toyota Safety Sense suite. City Hatchback wins on interior space (City platform is roomier), e:HEV hybrid option (RM 109,900 V e:HEV), and Honda 3-year resale ~65%. BYD Dolphin wins on EV running cost (RM 0.04/km vs Yaris RM 0.18/km on RON 95) and 8-year battery warranty. For petrol B-hatch with Toyota reliability, Yaris; for hybrid, Honda City Hatchback e:HEV; for EV-first, BYD Dolphin.
Is the GR Yaris worth RM 315,600?
The GR Yaris at RM 315,600 is the most powerful production hot hatch sold new in Malaysia 2026 with 300 PS / 400 Nm from a 1.6L 3-cylinder turbo. Cross-shop with Mercedes-Benz A 45 S (RM 530,000+, 421 PS but AMG premium) and Honda Civic Type R (not in Malaysia 2026, last sold ~RM 400,000). The GR Yaris is a homologation special built on a bespoke 3-door bodyshell with GR-Four AWD, hand-built powertrain at Motomachi plant. For enthusiasts who can justify a track/canyon-focused hot hatch, GR Yaris is unique in the Malaysian market. For pure value-per-PS, BMW M2 (RM 700,000+) and AMG A 45 are alternatives.
What is the monthly loan for a Toyota Yaris?
At 7 years, 10% down, 2.85% Maybank flat rate: Yaris 1.5 E AT (RM 88,000) is roughly RM 1,124/month, 1.5 G AT (RM 91,600) is RM 1,170/month, and G Limited (RM 99,600) is RM 1,272/month. GR Yaris (RM 315,600) at 7 years: RM 4,030/month. Use the Toyota loan calculator.
How well does the Toyota Yaris hold its value?
Yaris 3-year retention: 60-66% of OTR for the mass variants, slightly below Toyota's segment average but within the Toyota brand band. A 2023 Yaris G Limited originally at RM 99,600 transacts at RM 58,000-66,000 on Carlist mid-2026. 5-year retention is 45-52%. GR Yaris 3-year retention is 78-85% due to limited production allocation (Malaysia gets ~50-80 units/year), enthusiast demand, and limited availability of comparable performance hatches at this price point.
Is the Toyota Yaris CKD or CBU?
The mass Yaris (1.5 E AT, 1.5 G AT, G Limited) is CKD-assembled at UMW Toyota Motor Shah Alam, Selangor, alongside Vios, Corolla Cross, Innova Zenix, and Camry. The GR Yaris is CBU from Toyota Motor Corporation's Motomachi plant in Japan, the same plant that produces Lexus LFA, GR Supra, and Century. Motomachi is Toyota's hand-built specialty plant; the GR Yaris benefits from that production quality at a fraction of the price.
What is the difference between Toyota Yaris and Toyota Yaris Cross?
The Toyota Yaris is a B-segment hatchback (3,950 mm length, lower-riding) targeting urban commuters. The Toyota Yaris Cross (launched Malaysia May 2026) is a B-SUV crossover (4,180 mm length, higher-riding with 200 mm ground clearance) targeting urban-active buyers. Both share the GA-B platform but the Cross has different bodyshell, suspension tuning, and interior packaging. Yaris Cross price (TBC at Malaysia launch) is expected to start around RM 120,000-135,000, positioning it above the Yaris hatchback and against the Honda WR-V and Perodua Ativa.