Toyota Yaris Verso (2000-2005) running costs and reliability

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Running costs rating: 4.5 out of 54.5

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Miles per pound (mpp)

Reliable fuel consumption data for comparison purposes is not available for this model.

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Fuel economy

A more stringent standard for fuel economy (WLTP) was introduced from September 2017, and this model was not required to undergo that test. Its fuel economy measured under the previous test system was 40 - 64 mpg. However these figures are less likely to be achievable in real world driving and so should never be compared to another car's mpg which was measured under the newer, more realistic WLTP system.

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Cheap to buy, holds its value reasonably well, sips fuel (especially the D-4D) and sits in low insurance brackets. Servicing is competitive and parts are reasonably.

Yaris is an environmentally friendly model. With an average of 151 g/km CO2 and 47mpg across the line-up, its emissions are relatively low for a supermini estate. However, it’s worth noting that the frugal diesel brings down the average and gives buyers the choice of a low-emission model. Diesels typically produce less CO2 than petrol engines with similar power outputs.

Eco-conscious buyers should consider the 1.4-litre diesel, which is one of the greenest models in the range.

Toyotas are generally faultless to the delight of most owners. But a good reputation is no reason to be careless when buying – check any car thoroughly and take a test drive sometimes even Toyota get it wrong.