Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid 2026 review Australia: Is this petrol-electric small SUV family friendly?

In this full review, CarsGuide’s Emily Agar tests the 2026 Toyota Yaris Cross Urban Hybrid, the penultimate version of Toyota’s light SUV. She looks at how the updated hybrid system, refreshed styling and revised interior tech compare with other small SUV options.

Emily runs through the Yaris Cross' equipment levels, safety, infotainment and practicality. She also checks how the Urban Hybrid’s compact size affects space for passengers and cargo, and whether it still feels suited to city driving and weekend trips.

Out on the road, the review explores performance, ride comfort and fuel efficiency from the 1.5-litre hybrid set-up. Emily also examines value for money and ownership costs, lining the Yaris Cross up against key rivals including the Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Venue and Honda HR-V.

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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Pricing and features
01:25 Design
02:07 Practicality
04:09 Under the bonnet
04:30 Efficiency
05:01 Driving
06:24 Ownership
06:50 Safety
07:17 Verdict
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