From launch to today
The US Yaris arrived for 2007 (the XP90 generation) as a hatchback and sedan, powered by Toyota's own engines. The XP130 hatchback followed for 2012, styled in Europe and built in France for the US market.
Toyota Yaris
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Toyota Yaris
The Toyota Yaris is the brand's subcompact, and while it is a familiar name in Europe, the US-market Yaris has its own distinct history that makes a used import interesting for buyers who want a specific variant or a well-kept, low-rust example from a dry climate.
- Body styles
- Detail (typical, by variant): 3-/5-door hatchback, 4-door sedan
- Layout
- Detail (typical, by variant): Front engine, front-wheel drive
- US model years
- Detail (typical, by variant): 2007–2020
- Early engine
- Detail (typical, by variant): 1.5 L Toyota I4 (1NZ/2NZ-FE)
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Model profile
Model history and generations
Powertrain and equipment
Engines, drivetrain and trims
Engines and drivetrain in detail
The US Yaris is front-wheel drive throughout. Early XP90 and XP130 cars used Toyota's 1.5-litre four-cylinder (1NZ-FE/2NZ-FE family, around 106 hp) with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.
Trim levels and variants
Body styles were a three- or five-door hatchback and a four-door sedan, depending on the year. Trims were kept simple — typically L, LE and, on the Mazda-based sedan, XLE.
Vehicle selection
North American market and suitability
Used availability in the USA
The Yaris is common and inexpensive in the US used market, so you can afford to be selective on condition and history.
When importing makes sense
A used Yaris import suits a buyer who wants a specific US variant — for example the Mazda2-based sedan that was never sold as a Toyota in Germany — or a particularly clean, low-mileage example for a collection or a reliable runabout.
Vehicle data
Technical data by generation and specification
Body and dimensions
| Body styles | Detail (typical, by variant): 3-/5-door hatchback, 4-door sedan |
|---|---|
| Length (sedan) | Detail (typical, by variant): approx. 4,320 mm |
| Wheelbase (sedan) | Detail (typical, by variant): approx. 2,570 mm |
| Kerb weight | Detail (typical, by variant): approx. 1,050–1,100 kg |
| Seating | Detail (typical, by variant): 5 |
Engine and drivetrain
| Layout | Detail (typical, by variant): Front engine, front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Early engine | Detail (typical, by variant): 1.5 L Toyota I4 (1NZ/2NZ-FE) |
| Later engine | Detail (typical, by variant): 1.5 L Mazda Skyactiv-G I4 |
| Output | Detail (typical, by variant): approx. 106 hp |
| Transmission | Detail (typical, by variant): 5-/6-speed manual or 4-/6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Detail (typical, by variant): FWD |
| Fuel | Detail (typical, by variant): Petrol |
Model and other data
| US model years | Detail (typical, by variant): 2007–2020 |
|---|---|
| Assembly | Detail (typical, by variant): Japan / France / Mexico (by year) |
Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.
Pre-purchase review
Model-specific inspection points
Reliability and common problems
The Yaris is among the more dependable cars you can import, but there are still Toyota Yaris common problems to note. On the earlier Toyota-engined cars, watch for worn suspension bushings and struts, the occasional failing ignition coil causing a misfire, and interior rattles typical of a light subcompact.
Germany and Europe
Differences, adaptation and registration
How US versions differ
US-market headlights use the FMVSS/SAE beam pattern, which differs from the ECE pattern required in the EU, so they may need adjustment or replacement with ECE-compliant units for registration.
From US purchase to registration
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
USCar Trader services
Inspection, purchase processing and escrow
As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.
- Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
- Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
- On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
- Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
- Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.
Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.
Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.
Import process
Import, customs, costs and delivery
Process for the specific listing
The import process for a Toyota Yaris is planned around the specific listing, location, documents and commissioned service scope.
Questions and answers
Common questions about importing this model
Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?
No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
How is import VAT treated when importing a Toyota Yaris?
Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.
Is the US Yaris the same as the European one?
Not always. Later US cars are rebadged Mazda2 models with no European Toyota equivalent, and the US line never offered the European hybrid.
Is the Yaris reliable enough to import?
Yes. It is one of the more dependable subcompacts; the key is finding a rust-free, well-serviced example with clean history.
Which US Yaris is the most interesting import?
The Mazda2-based sedan is the most distinctive, as it was never sold as a Toyota in Germany.
Does it make financial sense to import a Yaris?
It makes most sense when you want a specific variant or an exceptionally clean example, rather than as a general bargain; we will advise honestly.
How is the MPH odometer handled?
The reading is documented during the individual approval; an MPH cluster is accepted and no conversion of the instrument is required.
Are you the seller?
No. USCar Trader is an independent broker. You purchase the vehicle directly and we handle sourcing, inspection, freight and paperwork for a transparent fee.
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