MINI 5 Door
Launched
RM293,888
Overview
The Toyota GR Yaris is a four-seat B-segment performance hatchback for drivers who want a 1.6-litre petrol engine, 296 hp and a choice of manual or conventional automatic transmission. Launched in 2025 in facelifted GXPA16 form, it sits at the expensive end of Malaysia’s hatchback market, with prices starting from RM315,600.
GR Yaris in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the GR Yaris gets a new steering wheel design, revised electric power steering and revised dampers. The updated hot hatch is specified with 304 PS and 400 Nm, while the Malaysian line-up continues with 6MT and 8AT versions. Toyota also unveils the 200-unit Morizo RR and Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition, but the Malaysian range remains centred on the regular two-variant GR Yaris.
Variants (2)
RM315,600–RM325,600 · est. from RM3,220/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers drawn to a GR Yaris should pick the RM315,600 6MT. It has the same 1,618 cc petrol engine, 296 hp and four-seat layout as the automatic, while keeping RM10,000 in hand. Pay RM325,600 for the 8AT only if a conventional automatic transmission is essential; it does not bring extra power or additional seats. On paper, the RM10,000 gap is for the transmission choice rather than mechanical output.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 296 hp
- Torque
- 400 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,618 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.2 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 174 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 296 hp
- Torque
- 400 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,618 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.2 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 174 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Verdict
The GR Yaris is a costly route into a small hatchback, even by premium standards: its entry price is RM21,712 higher than the RM293,888 MINI 5 Door. But it brings 296 hp from a 1.6-litre petrol engine and offers both manual and conventional automatic transmissions. The four-seat cabin is a clear constraint, so this is for buyers prioritising the GR Yaris format over hatchback practicality.
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Toyota GR Yaris FAQ
How much is the Toyota GR Yaris in Malaysia?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM315,600 for the 6MT and RM325,600 for the 8AT, before insurance.
Which Toyota GR Yaris variant should I buy?
Choose the 6MT if you want the lower-priced GR Yaris; it has the same 296 hp 1.6-litre petrol engine and four seats as the 8AT. Choose the automatic only if you specifically need a conventional automatic transmission.
What changes does the 2026 Toyota GR Yaris get?
The 2026 GR Yaris gets a new steering wheel design, revised electric power steering and revised dampers. It is specified with 304 PS and 400 Nm.
How many seats does the Toyota GR Yaris have?
The Toyota GR Yaris has four seats in both 6MT and 8AT forms.
