You can also get the hatch as a rebadged Mazda2, and there will be a new sedan for emerging markets in the future. In Thailand, the subcompact saloon debuted this week.
The Yaris Ativ is a solid alternative to B-segment crossovers with plenty of features at a very affordable price between $15,300 and $19,500 (converted from Thai Baht).
Sport models come with 16-inch alloy wheels and LED headlights, as well as an eight-inch touchscreen and a start button
On the Smart, the infotainment screen grows to nine inches, and Toyota adds a dashcam and rear USB ports.
The Premium trim comes with automatic climate control and rear AC vents, as well as adaptive cruise control.
Premium Luxury models come with Pioneer sound systems. The Yaris Ativ gets pre-collision warning and Front/Lane Departure Alert as standard, with more systems available on higher-end trims.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported on the infotainment system, while ambient lighting comes in 64 colors on the top trim.
Fabric seats can be upgraded to synthetic or genuine leather upholstery. Stripes and two different trunk lid spoilers are available as exterior upgrades.
The Yaris Ativ was clearly not designed to break the record for the fastest sedan at the Nürburgring.
A naturally aspirated 1.2-liter four-cylinder engine delivers 94 horsepower (69 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque at 4,400 rpm.
Sport mode is available for some reason, but disc brakes all around are more important. A front MacPherson strut and a rear torsion beam provide the suspension.
In a sea of SUVs trying to be what they are not, the Yaris Ativ stands out as a refreshingly honest competitor to the Dacia Logan in Europe.
Over 35 countries will be served by the Toyota Gateway Plant in Thailand, where production will take place and products will be exported from there.