Honda Insight vs Toyota Yaris
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Hatchbacks compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Honda Insight
Price TBC
Hatchback
Unleaded (RON 91), E10 suitable
Petrol Hybrid
72kW
4.3 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
408L
Toyota Yaris
From $28,990
Hatchback
Hybrid
Petrol
85kW
3.5 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
270L
Honda Insight: we're still completing price, 0-100km/h, turning circle and braked towing.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Toyota Yaris counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Honda Insight uses a Petrol Hybrid producing 72kW and 167Nm of torque, sent through a cvt automatic with grade logic control to a FWD layout.
The Toyota Yaris responds with a Petrol making 85kW and 120Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.2 seconds.
The Toyota Yaris has the clear power advantage at 85kW vs 72kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Honda Insight measures 4,405mm long on a 2,550mm wheelbase, 455mm longer than the Toyota Yaris at 3,950mm (2,550mm wheelbase).
Boot space is 408L in the Honda Insight and 270L in the Toyota Yaris, giving the Honda Insight a 138L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.2m diameter
Good
Based on 10.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.0 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.7 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,226/year for the Honda Insight and $998/year for the Toyota Yaris. That is a $228 annual difference in favour of the Toyota Yaris.
Warranty: 3 years / 100,000km (Honda Insight) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Yaris). The Toyota Yaris has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Honda Insight if: You need more boot space, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Yaris if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Toyota Yaris takes 3 of 4 key spec categories. The Toyota Yaris will save you roughly $228 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Honda Insight has a clear edge. The Toyota Yaris adds peace of mind with a longer 5-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Honda Insight and Toyota Yaris?
The Toyota Yaris is the cheapest at $28,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Yaris uses the least fuel at 3.5L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Toyota Yaris holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Honda Insight, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Honda Insight has the largest boot at 408L.
Which has the best warranty?
The Toyota Yaris has the longest warranty at 5 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Toyota Yaris makes the most power at 85kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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