Toyota Yaris: Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (→P. 342)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage.
■ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■ Towing capacity (3-door models for Canada): (→P. 342)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
■ Towing capacity (except 3-door models for Canada)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■ Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.(→P. 262)
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle. It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability, resulting in an accident.
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load:
● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
● Be sure all items ...
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle
in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather
conditions.
■ Pre-winte ...
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Tilt steering wheel
To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, push down the
lock release lever, tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and return the
lever to its original position.
CAUT ...
Instrument panel overview
Instrument panel overview
1. Window lock switch
2. Cup holders
3. Side vents
4. Engine immobilizer/theft deterrent system indicator light
5. Auxiliary boxes
6. Instrument cluster
7. Ce ...
Rear seats
The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.
Stow the rear seat belt buckles as shown.
Stow the seat belts.
Center
→P. 55
Outside
Use the seat belt hangers to prevent the belts ...