Key Features and Performance
Engine: 1.6-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine, with updated, more powerful specs in the 2026 model.
Performance: 0–100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, with a top speed of 230 km/h.
Drivetrain: GR-FOUR all-wheel-drive system with adjustable torque distribution (Normal, Track, Gravel modes).
Transmission: 6-speed manual or new 8-speed automatic gearbox options.
Design: Lightweight construction with a carbon-fiber roof, aluminum bonnet, and doors.
Updated Interior: The 2026 model features a redesigned driver-centric dashboard with a 12.3-inch digital display, similar to a race car cockpit. 
Development & Background
The GR Yaris was developed directly from Toyota's World Rally Championship (WRC) experience, aiming to create a homologation special for the road. The car is manufactured at a specialized "GR Factory" at Toyota's Motomachi plant. 
Facelifted 2026 Model Improvements 
Increased Power: Increased to 210 kW and 400 Nm.
Enhanced Cooling: Includes an intercooler spray button and improved front bumper for better cooling.
Automatic Option: A new 8-speed automatic gearbox is available alongside the manual.
Improved Structural Rigidity: Enhanced body rigidity for better handling. 
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The 2026 Toyota GR Yaris remains a standout in the hot hatch segment, delivering, as Top Gear says, a "once in a generation" rally experience for the road.

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