2016 Toyota Yaris
US · Compact Cars
The 2016 Toyota Yaris is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.5L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.
19V319000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the front seat side air bags and the curtain shield air bags.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's…
Reported April 23, 2019. View on NHTSA
16V236000: TIRES
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this…
Reported April 22, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2015 Toyota Yaris
Gasoline
1.5L 4-cylinder · FWD
33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) - 2017 Toyota Yaris
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.5L 4-cylinder · FWD
35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Toyota Yaris have?
1.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Toyota Yaris?
Combined fuel economy is 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Toyota Yaris front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2016 Toyota Yaris?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.