2017 Toyota Yaris Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$15,250 to $17,285

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Toyota might not the first brand you think of when it comes to subcompact vehicles. But the automaker has been a player in this sandbox for years, offering the Echo and its replacement, the Yaris. So why do Toyota's subcompacts linger in the shadows? The answer ultimately comes down to its models not having any one one item that sets them apart from competitors. Toyota is changing that for the 2017 Yaris.

The big upgrade for 2017 is that all Yaris trims will now get Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) standard. This suite of active safety technologies includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, and radar cruise control. No other competitor in the class can come close matching this level of active safety features. Other safety equipment for the Yaris includes 9 airbags, antilock brakes, traction and stability control, and active front head restraints. In crash tests, the Yaris earned a 4-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the model its highest rating of Good; however, in the IIHS' recently introduced small-overlap frontal-offset test, the Yaris was rated Marginal, the second-lowest rating.

The Yaris’ exterior doesn’t see any changes for 2017 and that isn’t a bad thing. It's the only model in its class to offer the option of either a 3-door or 5-door hatchback. The front end looks like it might eat a vehicle for lunch, thanks to a massive lower grille and a slim chrome bar that runs between the headlights. Depending on the Yaris trim, wheels can range from 15-inch steel with covers to 16-inch alloy.

Pop open the Yaris’ hood and you’ll find a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 106 hp and 103 lb-ft of torque. This can be paired with a 5-speed manual or an antiquated 4-speed automatic. The Yaris is a slow vehicle, with a 0-60 mph time of over 10 seconds. In terms of fuel economy, the Yaris is right in the middle: the 5-speed manual is rated at 30 mpg city/37 highway/33 combined and the automatic returns 30/36/32.

The Yaris’ interior remains unchanged for 2017. The design is simple and very easy to use, and controls are within easy reach of both driver and passenger. For comfort, the Yaris is a mixed bag. The steering wheel only offers a tilt adjustment, which means some drivers will need to sacrifice comfort in order to reach it. The back seat is able to fit an average-size adult thanks to a large amount of legroom and a decent amount of headroom for the class. Cargo space is small for the class, with the 3-door offering 15.3 cubic feet behind the rear seats. The 5-door isn't much better, with 15.6 cubic feet of space. The rear seats can fold 60/40, greatly expanding the Yaris' cargo space--though Toyota doesn't list by how much.

Like previous years, Toyota offers the Yaris in three trims: L, LE, and SE. The Yaris L features air conditioning, power windows and locks, a trip computer, Bluetooth, a 6.1-inch touchscreen with Toyota’s Entune infotainment system, a CD player, HD Radio, and auxiliary and USB inputs. LE trims add keyless entry, power adjustments for the side mirrors, cruise control, audio controls on the steering wheel, and chrome door handles for the interior. Opt for the SE and you’ll get projector-beam headlights, LED running lights, a rear spoiler, 4-wheel disc brakes, and better cloth upholstery.

Pricing for the 2017 Toyota Yaris starts at $15,200 for the L 3-door hatch with the manual transmission and climbs all the way to $18,000 for the SE 5-door with an automatic. Toyota also throws in a no-cost maintenance plan for 2 years or 25,000 miles and 24-hour roadside assistance for 2 years and unlimited miles on all Yaris trims. No other vehicle in the class offers something like this.

The Toyota Yaris has been overshadowed by competitors with traits that help them stand out in a crowded field. So 2017 could be the year the Yaris steps out with two items that competitors don’t have: a suite of active safety features and a no-cost maintenance plan. As a model that already offers decent space for passengers in the back and a fair amount of standard equipment, the 2017 Yaris has now become an interesting option in the subcompact class.

Published May 31, 2022 by William Maley

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by Louis B
May 02, 2024
This car has front end bumper damage, rear end bumper damage, left rear break light is cracked, and the engine has rust EVERY WHERE which is a sign of possibly saltwater damage. May 02, 2024
by Tasha J
Nov 01, 2022
I love my toyota yaris, fin to drive, great gas mileageNov 01, 2022
by Kimberly D
Aug 12, 2022
Yes I believe it is a great car for me. I have no trouble getting in and out of the car and like the looks and less ⛽ gas.Aug 12, 2022

2017 Toyota Yaris Pricing

Original MSRP
$15,250 to $17,285
Price range
$10,576 to $11,849
Average price on CG
$10,963
YoY price change
$11,849 to $10,963

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Easy entry: manual driver and passenger seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.72

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.24

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Easy entry: manual driver and passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.24

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.24

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.24

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

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