Scion iQ vs Toyota Yaris
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Toyota Yaris
Overview
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | L |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $15,665 | $15,650 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 34 MPG |
| City MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG | 39 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 8.5 gal | 11.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 106 hp (best) |
| Torque | 89 lb-ft | 103 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.3 L | 1.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 16.7 cu ft (best) | 13.5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | — | 2,385 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 78.7 in | 101.2 in (best) |
| Length | 120.1 in | 171.2 in (best) |
| Width | 66.1 in | 66.7 in (best) |
| Height | 59.1 in (best) | 58.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Scion iQBase | Toyota YarisL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Scion iQ | Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $15,665 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L $15,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | L $16,750 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LE $16,650 MSRP |
| 4 | — | LE $17,750 MSRP |
| 5 | — | LE $17,750 MSRP |
| 6 | — | XLE $18,750 MSRP |
| 7 | — | XLE $18,750 MSRP |