Hatchback Petrol Manual 4WD/ 4-seat

Toyota GR Yaris

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First generation GR Yaris – purpose-built WRC homologation road car Current version 2023 Body style Hatchback
GR Yaris 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT as a performance-focused derivative for city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving.
ZAR 897,400
On-road in
ZAR 919,168
Ex-showroom ZAR 897,400
Engine:1618cc (1.6L) Torque:370Nm (273 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:180mm (7.1″) Power:200kW (268 bhp) Boot174L (6.1 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)
Company Claimed 11.5 km/l (27 mpg)
City 9.4 km/l (22 mpg)
Highway 10.5 km/l (25 mpg)

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Toyota GR Yaris — 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT

GR Yaris 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT as a performance-focused derivative for city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving.

The Toyota GR Yaris 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT is a performance-focused derivative for buyers who already know why they are looking at the GR Yaris. It should be judged by its mechanical mix and daily usefulness, not by trim name alone. The available data points to petrol power and manual control and simpler driver involvement, which gives this version a clear ownership character before the equipment list is even considered. This derivative makes sense when the buyer wants city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving. The name also gives clues about the job: drivetrain wording, cab style, gearbox and grade can all change the value story. A 4x4 bakkie is bought differently from a 4x2 city SUV; a manual work vehicle is judged differently from an automatic family car. The practical comparison is whether this version saves money, adds useful comfort, or gives capability the owner will actually use. In daily traffic, pay attention to parking ease, low-speed visibility, clutch or automatic behaviour and fuel use. For work use, the important details are folding rear seats, boot access and running costs, service support and how easily the vehicle can be cleaned, loaded or parked. For private use, seat comfort, visibility, phone integration, safety equipment and running costs become more important. That is why two buyers can look at the same 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT and reach different decisions. On longer routes, compare engine response, noise levels, stability and luggage limits. If the car will tow, carry tools, travel with passengers or sit at national-road speeds for hours, comfort and mechanical effort matter. If rougher roads are part of the week, check rough tar, speed humps and occasional gravel roads before assuming the styling or badge is enough. Four-wheel-drive traction can be valuable, but only when the rest of the specification supports the intended use. The final decision should come down to value against neighbouring derivatives. If a lower grade already has the needed safety and comfort items, this one may be more than necessary. If a higher grade adds a drivetrain, seat layout or feature that will be used every day, the extra spend may be easier to justify. That buyer-led reading makes the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT easier to place in the range. Ownership cost is the next filter. A buyer should check tyres, servicing, warranty terms, likely fuel use, finance cost and whether the dealer has the preferred colour and trim in stock. These ordinary details often matter more than one extra convenience feature. If this 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT keeps the weekly routine easier and the numbers still make sense, it earns its place on the shortlist. If a cheaper grade already covers the same job, the buyer should save the money. If the next grade adds capability used every day, stepping up may be worthwhile.

Who buys this: Best for GR Yaris shoppers who want a performance-focused derivative, manual driving and a body style suited to city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving without automatically paying for another grade. The 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT is best for a buyer who understands exactly why this derivative fits better than the cheaper or dearer version beside it.

City
In town, assess parking ease, low-speed visibility, clutch or automatic behaviour and fuel use. The gearbox, visibility and body size will matter more often than headline performance. Owners should test the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification.
Highway
On highways, compare engine response, noise levels, stability and luggage limits. A good derivative should feel settled when loaded and should not make long trips tiring. For frequent freeway use, the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT should feel relaxed at cruising speed and predictable when overtaking or merging, especially with passengers, luggage, tools or work equipment on board.
Off-Road
For rougher roads, check rough tar, speed humps and occasional gravel roads. Capability depends on tyres, clearance, drivetrain and load, not only the badge. On rougher routes, buyers should match the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT's tyres, clearance and drivetrain to the road rather than assuming the body shape alone will be enough. Occasional gravel and daily off-road work are very different ownership cases.

Toyota GR Yaris — Quick Facts

Toyota GR Yaris Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT Flagship Petrol Manual ZAR 897,400
1.6T GR-Four Rally 8AT Flagship Petrol Automatic ZAR 925,300
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1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT Flagship Petrol Manual ZAR 897,400
1.6T GR-Four Rally 8AT Flagship Petrol Automatic ZAR 925,300
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Toyota GR Yaris Specifications

Number of Doors
5
Boot Space Seats Folded
174 l
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
1620 kg
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
180 mm
Height Mm
1455 mm
Length Mm
3995 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
Length
3995 mm
Width
1805 mm
Height
1455 mm
Kerb Weight
1280 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
1620 kg
Width Mm
1805 mm
Turning Circle M
5.2
Turning Circle
5.2
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Tare Mass Kg
1280 kg
Payload Kg
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
174
Doors
5
Boot Volume
174 l
Towing Capacity
Not Applicable
Seats
4
Boot Space
174 l
Seating Capacity
4
Turning Radius
5.2 m
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Max Payload
Not Applicable

1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT — Should You Buy It?

1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT is strongest when its drivetrain, price and equipment match the buyer’s real week.

Choose the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT if it gives the right balance of price, gearbox, fuel type and equipment for the way the GR Yaris will be used. It is worth comparing one grade above and one grade below before deciding, because small price gaps can change the value story. The 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT is easiest to recommend when it solves a real ownership problem: lower monthly cost, easier commuting, stronger long-distance comfort, better load ability or more confidence on poor surfaces. It is harder to justify when its advantages are mostly cosmetic or when a neighbouring trim supplies a more complete package for only a small monthly difference.

What's Good
  • Clear performance-focused derivative within the GR Yaris range.
  • Manual setup gives the derivative a defined driving character.
  • Petrol powertrain keeps comparison simple against neighbouring grades.
  • Body style supports city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving.
  • Useful for buyers comparing price, drivetrain and equipment.
  • Strongest when checked against current stock and specification data.
Watch Out For
  • A nearby grade may offer better value depending on current pricing.
  • Feature availability should be checked against the latest local specification.
  • Dealer stock, colours and accessories can vary by timing and province.
  • Real running costs depend on load, route and driving style.
  • Images and social posts still need to match this exact trim and body style.

Toyota GR Yaris FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Toyota GR Yaris run from R897,400 to R925,300, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT, 1.6T GR-Four Rally 8AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Toyota GR Yaris is 180 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Toyota GR Yaris is 1618 cc, with output shown as 200 kW (268 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The official claimed figure shown here is around 11.5 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

Best for GR Yaris shoppers who want a performance-focused derivative, manual driving and a body style suited to city commuting, student use, errands and light family driving without automatically paying for another grade. The 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT is best for a buyer who understands exactly why this derivative fits better than the cheaper or dearer version beside it.

In town, assess parking ease, low-speed visibility, clutch or automatic behaviour and fuel use. The gearbox, visibility and body size will matter more often than headline performance. Owners should test the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification.

On highways, compare engine response, noise levels, stability and luggage limits. A good derivative should feel settled when loaded and should not make long trips tiring. For frequent freeway use, the 1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT should feel relaxed at cruising speed and predictable when overtaking or merging, especially with passengers, luggage, tools or work equipment on board.

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