History 2010s

Toyota Yaris WRC

Overview Specs Highlights Characteristics

Overview

Toyota made a dramatic comeback to the WRC in 2017 with the Yaris WRC, developed by Tommi Mäkinen Racing in Finland. Built to the radical new 2017 technical regulations, the Yaris WRC featured an aggressive aerodynamic package and a compact, agile chassis. In just its second season back, Toyota clinched the 2018 Manufacturers’ Championship, proving its engineering and competitive strength. The car was driven by top talents including Jari-Matti Latvala, Esapekka Lappi, Ott Tänak, and Kris Meeke.

Technical Specs & Innovations

Toyota’s Yaris WRC balanced raw speed with reliability, aided by advanced cooling solutions and aerodynamic efficiency honed in the snowy forests of Finland.

🏆 Competitive Highlights

  • 2017 Rally Sweden: First win of the comeback season with Jari-Matti Latvala.
  • 2018 WRC Manufacturers’ Champion: Secured with multiple wins by Ott Tänak and consistent podiums from the team.
  • 2019 Season: Ott Tänak crowned WRC Drivers’ Champion, winning six rallies including Finland, Germany, and Chile.

From its debut to Tänak’s 2019 title, the Yaris WRC established itself as one of the most competitive cars of the modern WRC era.

Driving Characteristics

The Yaris WRC was praised for its agility, front-end grip, and stability in high-speed sections. Its ability to change direction quickly made it strong on technical rallies like Finland and Corsica, while its power and traction gave it strength on gravel and snow alike.

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