Toyota Yaris Verso XP20
A masterclass in packaging that prioritised function over form.
- Power
- 86 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.1 s
- Top speed
- 103 mph
About the Toyota Yaris Verso XP20
The Toyota Yaris Verso, known as the FunCargo in Japan, is a mini-MPV celebrated for its extraordinary interior space relative to its tiny footprint. Based on the XP10 Yaris platform, it features a high roofline and a clever 'flat-seven' seating system where the rear seats fold into the floor, creating a cavernous 1,930-litre load area. While its tall, narrow proportions and quirky styling drew criticism from contemporary reviewers, it gained a cult following for its reliability and sheer practicality. The 1.3-litre VVT-i engine provides adequate performance for urban environments, though the car's height makes it susceptible to crosswinds on the motorway.
Toyota Yaris Verso XP20 specs
The Toyota Yaris Verso XP20 produces 86 bhp (64 kW) and 124 Nm (91 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.1 seconds and has a top speed of 103 mph (165 km/h).
| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Yaris Verso |
| Generation | XP20 |
| Trim | 1.3 |
| Years | 1999–2005 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | MPV |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.3-litre 16v VVT-i inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,299 cc (1.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 86 bhp (64 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 124 Nm (91 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.1 s |
| Top speed | 103 mph (165 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 980 kg (2,161 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 88 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Toyota Yaris Verso XP20 rarity in CarSpot
The Toyota Yaris Verso XP20 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Toyota Yaris Verso XP20 fun facts
- The rear seats don't just fold; they disappear entirely into a well under the floor, a feature rarely seen in cars of this size.
- Jeremy Clarkson famously described the Yaris Verso as looking like 'an ugly snake that swallowed a wardrobe.'
- In Japan, the car was marketed as the FunCargo and was available with an optional four-wheel-drive system not offered in Europe.
