Our multi-award-winning compact SUV has been gently but significantly enhanced, with the aim of maintaining the model’s position as the segment leader in Europe. This article reveals what has changed within the 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross line-up in the keys areas of technology, power and style.
Please note: the availability of vehicle features described in this article may be dependent on the grade of vehicle. Consult your local Toyota centre or visit toyota.co.uk for more information.
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross: technology
The revised model introduces a completely new digital user experience. This includes new instrument displays that be configured and customised to suit the driver’s preference, and a new Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system that is more powerful, quicker to respond and offers a wider range of functions. The size of the displays are now class-leading: up to 12.3-inch for the driver’s combimeter and up to 10.5-inch for the multimedia touchscreen (both grade dependent).
In addition to wireless smartphone integration for both Apple and Android devices, a function of the new multimedia system is its ‘always connected’ cloud-based navigation, which uses up-to-the-moment information on routes, traffic and delays to offer optimal journey planning. The system also offers speech recognition through an on-board voice agent that can recognise and react to natural, conversational language and requests. For example, by saying, “Hey Toyota, I’m cold,” the system will automatically realise the need to raise the climate control temperature.
The revised car is also equipped with the latest generation of Toyota Safety Sense. The advanced features of this system – now with increased scope for detecting risks thanks to a new camera and radar set-up – are provided as standard throughout the 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross range. It is linked to a new data communications module that allows seamless, over-the-air software updates.
Protection is also offered when the car is stationary with the availability of a system that provides a visual and audible warning to help guard against a door being inadvertently opened into the path of approaching vehicles and cyclists.
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross: power and driving pleasure
The 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross joins its hatchback sibling in offering a second, more powerful version of its fifth-generation hybrid electric powertrain to further increase the model’s appeal.
This means that in addition to the established 1.5-litre full hybrid electric system, higher grade GR Sport and new Premiere Edition (see subheading below) models will be equipped with an upgraded system that features a new transaxle and a larger, more powerful motor-generator. Together with adjustments to the power control unit, output rises by 14% (from 114 to 130bhp), and maximum torque increases by 30% (141 to 185Nm). Acceleration from rest to 62mph is now reduced by half a second to 10.7 seconds, while emissions from the revised powertrain remain at a best-in-class 103-122g/km.
Statistics are only part of the story; equally significant is the impact the new powertrain has on the driving experience. It gives the 2024 Yaris Cross a more dynamic and responsive feel, with drive motor assistance also having been tuned to deliver a more linear relationship with accelerator input for faithful feedback.
Improvements have also been applied to how occupants are isolated from noise and vibrations through the powertrain. A dynamic damper has been added to the left-side engine mount; a resonator has been fitted to the intake hose; the inner dash silencer has been changed from a single layer to a three-layer construction; and an extra layer of felt has been added to the cowl top silencer. To combat wind and road noise, thicker glass is used across the windscreen and side windows.
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross: added style with new Premiere Edition
The new Premiere Edition represents the halo model of the 2024 range. Among the body colour options is an exclusive new Urban Khaki bi-tone paint finish (below and lead images), which is paired with exclusive new 18-inch machine-finished five-spoke alloy wheels. Inside, upholstery stitching and deco lines on the instrument panel and doors coordinate with the green paintwork.
When will the new Yaris Cross arrive?
UK pricing and ordering details for the 2024 Yaris Cross will be announced before the end of the year.
All information was correct at the time of publishing
hope i can see 1 soon
What is the price of this car?
Hi Marilyn, thanks for getting in touch.
We are pleased to hear of your interest in the Toyota Yaris Cross!
Currently, this is all the information we have on this vehicle. However, please keep an eye on the mag and website for any future updates!
Thanks.
Hope to add
– parking sensors
– less translucent ceiling curtains
– sufficent interior lighting
Hope it has better interior lighting in the back. The current model has no interior lighting in the back and is very difficult at night for rear seat passengers getting in and out etc.
Don’t hold your breath. Other markets come first.
Obviously there has to be within the range an awd model
Enjoying my Yaris Cross Excel. Pdssume this model will continue..
Desperate to get mine. A long wait due to parts and processors
Can’t wait to see one and find out prices, wonder if will be able to add city pack with assisted parking.
I’ve just ordered a new Yaris cross design.
Will I get the updated version?
Hi Stephen, thanks for your comment.
Please consult the Toyota centre through which the vehicle was purchased for more information.
Thanks.
Looking forward to the new models
Looking forward to test drive soon
Will the new model still need constant charging of the 12v system if user milage is low. Toyota fan but never buy another hybrid. They don’t tell you this when you buy it low mileage users beware!! Battery flat within a week if not used. Toyota answer, run it for an hour on your drive. Great modern technology .NOT
Hi Gordon, thanks for getting in touch.
We are pleased to hear of your interest in the Toyota Yaris Cross!
Thank you for your feedback, this will be passed onto the relevant teams. Currently, this is all the information we have on this vehicle. However, please keep an eye on the mag and website for any future updates!
Thanks.
They have known about this problem from day one and done nothing about it. It is not good for an international manufacturer. You cannot leave it running on the drive as it’s dangerous and the engine stops when EV kicks in. I have to trickle charge it every week so I know it is reliable and will start when I go to it.
When are they due to be available?
Hi Paul, thanks for getting in touch.
We are pleased to hear of your interest in the Toyota Yaris Cross!
Currently, this is all the information we have on this vehicle. However, please keep an eye on the mag and website for any future updates!
Thanks.