One month on from the debut of the updated, 2026 model-year Toyota GR Yaris, the updated high-performance all-wheel-drive hatchback has officially gone on sale in Malaysia.
Firstly, pricing; the updated model continues to be priced from RM315,600 for the six-speed manual, to RM325,600 for the eight-speed automatic; prices are for Peninsular Malaysia, on-the-road without insurance.
The major change in this 2026 update is in the cabin, where the new steering wheel is found. The new steering wheel now has grip shapes that fit comfortably in both palms, according to the manufacturer, and the new switches which are further away from the wheel spokes and closer to the airbag housing, are “positioned independently for enhanced operability” says Toyota, and these are illuminated.
The new-design steering wheel accompanies an electric power steering setup with updated settings, which Toyota says has been revised to ensure reliable operation when especially high-grip tyres are used, or during high-load cornering with a high level of braking force.
Suspension on the 2026 GR Yaris features dampers which also get revised calibration, as part of a layout that continues to be MacPherson struts in front and double wishbones at the rear.
Wheels are 18-inch forged aluminium units by BBS, and these are shod in Bridgestone Potenza Race tyres measuring 225/40R18. Braking is by ventilated and slotted discs with four-piston monoblock calipers in front, and two-piston monoblock units at the rear.
Powertrain hardware for the 2026 GR Yaris is carried over from the previous model year, these being the G16E-GTS 1.6 litre turbocharged inline-three cylinder engine that outputs 300 PS at 6,500 rpm and 400 Nm from 3,250 rpm to 4,600 rpm, sent to the front and rear axles is by the GR-Four electronically controlled multi-plate clutch system, with the front and rear differentials being Torsen LSD units.
The G16E-GTS gets an intercooler spray system and a cold-air intake duct, as before. Torque split choices via the AWD mode selector are Normal (60:40), Gravel (50:50), and Track, which varies between 60:40 and 30:70 front to rear. The automaic version additionally gets launch control and an ATF cooler. For both manual auto versions, 0-100 km/h is elapsed in 5.2 seconds, and top speed is electronically limited to 230 km/h.
Exterior kit for the 2026 GR Yaris includes LED headlamps, DRLs and tail lamps, a CFRP roof, dual-exit exhaust, and automatic rain-sensing wipers. Both manual and automatic transmission versions of the GR Yaris get the Toyota Safety Sense ADAS suite, consisting of pre-collision control, lane departure alert, lane tracing assist, road sign assist, blind spot monitoring and automatic high beam.
Also on is dynamic radar cruise control, which operates over the full speed range in the 8AT version, and only at high speeds in the 6MT. In Malaysia, the 2026 GR Yaris is sold with Toyota Premium Security and Solar window film and an immobiliser, while the vehicle telematics system is a RM2,000 option.
Colour options for the 2026 GR Yaris in this market consist of Platinum White Pearl Mica, Emotional Red 2, Precious Black and Precious Metal; all are no-cost choices, as with the 2025 iteration. In Malaysia, the 2026 Toyota GR Yaris is sold with a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty.
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imagine paying over 300k for a 3 cylinder engine
yeah but you can say it’s among the most powerful (3I)engine in the world!
It’s a Privilege to enjoy vibrations and melody mimics modded turbo-diesel KEK
Just this comment alone, show how stupid and ignorant you are, what an idiot.
4 cylinder you will pay ?? Assuming everything else remains the same.
5.2seconds with this look, can buy anot?
Go back to your conti killer la, plebeian
It’s a shame that the price remains when Ringgit has appreciated approximately 30% against Yen since this was last launch this in Malaysia. Parellel imported GR Yaris is cheaper, with bigger and better infotainment screen and JBL speakers, why would one buy from them especially considering majority of the enthusiasts would be doing some modifications which would void the manufacturer warranty anyway.
The only reasons would be warranty and brand new. Otherwise, it’s grey import baby!
recond models start from 160k which is half the price of brand new.
now that seems good value especially compared against the much more expensive civic type R
Recon for the win
Now everyone can buy one for sure
R35 GTR vide steering wheel
Do not want comment not worth, later being criticized by die hard fans say I do not have such money. Even I really do not have such money but those who are rich still a lot, why they do not buy it?
should be tax free for manual. those that drive auto version of this car should kena 500% tax
Nice car, sadly it’s overpriced here.
Import price are better?