2013 Toyota Yaris: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Toyota Yaris is a light-update year, not a redesign. The headline change is that Tech Audio becomes standard on every trim.
About the 2013 Toyota Yaris
3rd generation US Yaris liftback, introduced for 2012; 2013 is the second model year of that generation and a pre-facelift version before the 2015 redesign.
Toyota markets the Yaris as a small liftback that blends easy city driving with real day-to-day usefulness. The pitch centers on a tight turning circle, good fuel economy, standard safety hardware, a simple cabin layout, and hatchback room for people and cargo in a very easy-to-park footprint. More than anything, the Yaris is positioned as dependable, straightforward transportation with better connectivity and comfort than many budget-minded small cars of its time.
The L is the simple commuter, while the LE adds everyday conveniences such as power windows, keyless entry, steering-wheel audio controls, and cruise control. The SE takes a sportier approach with firmer suspension tuning, quicker steering, 16-inch alloy wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and sport seats. Every trim uses a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
What changed, by category
2013 Toyota Yaris specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd | Automatic, 4-Spd | Automatic, 4-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 106 hp | 106 hp | 106 hp |
| Torque | 103 lb-ft | 103 lb-ft | 103 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.3–15.6 cu-ft | 15.3–15.6 cu-ft | 15.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.3 in | 33.3 in | 33.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Power Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Windows | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Toyota Yaris a redesign?
No. The 2013 Yaris carries over the design introduced for 2012 and receives only small equipment and lineup updates.
What is the biggest change to the 2013 Toyota Yaris?
The biggest change is standard Tech Audio on every trim. It brings six speakers, USB/iPod connectivity, HD Radio, Bluetooth hands-free calling, and Bluetooth audio streaming across the lineup.
Did the 2013 Toyota Yaris LE gain any features?
Yes. The 2013 Yaris LE gains standard cruise control and also has the lineup’s newly standard Tech Audio system.
Which trims make up the 2013 Toyota Yaris lineup?
The 2013 Yaris lineup consists of L, LE, and SE trims, while the prior Base trim is dropped. L is the straightforward commuter, LE adds comfort features, and SE has sportier suspension, steering, brakes, and styling.
Is the 2013 Toyota Yaris worth considering over the 2012 model?
Yes, if built-in phone and audio connectivity matters to you. The two years share the same basic design and 1.5-liter engine, but the 2013 model makes Tech Audio standard across the lineup, and the LE gains cruise control.