The current Toyota has started pre-sales of the Yaris Cross 2026, its recent compact SUV, in the Brasil version, with prices between R$161,390 and R$189,990. The model, launched in 2025 Salão, Automóvel and São Paulo, is the nation’s first flex-hybrid compact SUV and will be produced in the Sorocaba (SP). As As deliveries are scheduled for February 2026, after delays caused by damage to the Porto Feliz (SP) engine plant. The vehicle competes with models such as the Yaris Cross0 WR-V, Yaris Cross0 T-Cross and Yaris Cross1.
The Yaris Cross offers four versions, with options for a 1.5 flex combustion engine or a flex hybrid engine, which combines a 1.5 engine with two electric motors, delivering up to 111 hp. Consumption stands out, with up to 17.9 km/l in the city (gasoline), according to Inmetro.
- Available versions: XRE, Hybrid, XRX and XRX Hybrid.
- Pre-sale prices: R$ 161,390 (XRE), R$ 172,390 (XRE Hybrid), R$ 178,990 (XRX), R$ 189,990 (XRX Hybrid).
- Differential: compact national hybrid SUV flex Primeiro, with 10 years warranty.
Strategic launch
The Yaris Cross reinforces the presence of the Toyota in the SUV segment, which represented more than 50% of vehicle sales in the SUV.
Standard equipment
The SUV arrives well equipped, with six airbags, traction and stability controls, hill start assistant and ISOFIX system in all versions. Nas options Nas XRE and XRX, there are LED headlights, 10-inch multimedia center, digital air conditioning and 17-inch wheels.
Performance and efficiency
The flex hybrid system is the big attraction, with 111 hp and consumption of 17.9 km/l in the city and 15.3 km/l on the highway (gasoline). Com or Com ethanol, performance is 13 km/l in the city and 11 km/l on the highway. The 1.5 combustion engine, with 122 hp, equips the non-hybrid versions, with CVT transmission. The Toyota stands out for its affordable maintenance, with revisions costing R$549 for the first six.
Competition in the market
The Yaris Cross faces a competitive segment, with rivals like the Honda WR-V, Volkswagen T-Cross, Hyundai Creta, Nissan Kicks and Chevrolet Tracker. The Seu’s difference lies in the Toyota Safety Sense’s safety and energy efficiency package, which includes automatic braking, adaptive cruise control and lane warning. The cabin, with soft-touch materials and visible stitching, surpasses the WR-V in terms of finishes. Toyota plans a more affordable XR version in 2026, aimed at taxi drivers and app drivers.
national production
Manufactured in Sorocaba, the Yaris Cross initially uses imported engines due to damage to the Porto Feliz. Toyota plans to normalize local engine production throughout 2026.
Tax benefits
Hybrid versions are exempt from IPVA in São Paulo, according to Lei 18.065/2025, for flexible hybrid vehicles produced in the state. The Esse incentive may appeal to cost-conscious consumers over the long term.
