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Toyota Yaris XP130

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.5 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

99–101 PS

1.3L Benzin

The right engine for the XP90

Decent
Most Reliable Engine

65–72 PS

1.0L Benzin

6 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Yaris XP130 is available with 4 engine variants — from 65 to 101 hp.

1.4L D-4D · Diesel· 90 PS
2011 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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1.0L · Benziner· 69–72 PS
2011 2020
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
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1.3L · Benziner· 99 PS
2011 2020
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
Yaris Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 101 PS
2012 2020
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
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The Toyota 1.4L D-4D (Diesel, 90 PS) has the 1ND-TV (1.4L D-4D) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Toyota 1.0L (Benziner, 69–72 PS) has the 1KR-FE (1.0L) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.

The Toyota 1.3L (Benziner, 99 PS) has the 1NR-FE (1.3L) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Yaris Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 101 PS) has the 1NZ-FXE (1.5L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Rear brake discs rust through

Rear brake discs rust quickly with infrequent use or short-trip driving. Brake pads bond to the disc, resulting in dragging brakes.

Symptoms: Squealing under braking, vehicle pulls to one side, brake smell after extended standing
from 70,000 km
Ad brake disc rear Yaris XP130
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
145 complaints · 2011–2020
Airbags
55 ⚠ 23
Electrical
20
Cruise Control
18 ⚠ 5
Engine
16 ⚠ 1
Other
14 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Airbags (55 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (20 complaints)
⚠ Cruise Control (18 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 36 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Yaris XP130 (2011–2020) — 26 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Brakes, Suspension, Electronics, Rust. Considered reliable: 1KR-FE (1.0L).

Yaris (1ND-TV, 2011–2020) — Be Careful: Oil dilution from DPF regeneration, Faulty fuel pressure regulator valve, Worn dual mass flywheel. Power: 90 PS.

Yaris (1NR-FE, 2011–2020) — Be Careful: Timing chain rattle on cold start, VVT-i actuator worn, Intake valve carbon build-up from direct injection. Power: 99 PS.

Yaris (1NZ-FXE, 2012–2020) — Be Careful: Oil consumption from piston ring wear, Timing chain stretch and VVT noises, EGR channel and intake manifold coked up. Power: 73–75 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota Yaris? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Yaris XP130 have? +
The Toyota Yaris XP130 has 26 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Yaris XP130? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 1KR-FE (1.0L). The most reliable engine is the 1KR-FE (1.0L) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 1NR-FE (1.3L).
Which Toyota Yaris XP130 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Yaris XP130. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 6 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Toyota Yaris XP130 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Yaris XP130 — rated: "Decent". {description} 73 kW Dual-VVT-i in the agile XP90 chassis — refined, rev-happy and surprisingly dynamic for the class. Genuinely fun in everyday driving.
Is the Toyota Yaris XP130 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Yaris XP130 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Yaris XP130? +
The Toyota Yaris XP130 is available with engine variants from 65 to 101 hp. Petrol: 1KR-FE (1.0L), 1NR-FE (1.3L), 1NZ-FXE (1.5L Hybrid). Diesel: 1ND-TV (1.4L D-4D).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee