ANCAP crash test results

Toyota Echo | Yaris | 2000-

Important note: European NCAP testing procedures are substantially the same as ANCAP testing procedures. However, the European NCAP results are used as a guide only, as the structure and equipment of the European model may differ materially from that of the Australian or New Zealand vehicle of the same name. Also if different safety equipment is fitted, the Australian or New Zealand vehicle of the same name is likely to provide different levels of protection to those noted below.

Overall evaluation:

The TOYOTA ECHO/YARIS performed well in the offset crash test (score 12.53 out of 16). The passenger compartment held its shape very well. Injury measurements indicated a low risk of serious injury but stiff structures in the knee impact areas resulted in reduced upper leg scores.

The vehicle performed very well in the side impact crash (score 16 out of 16). EuroNCAP noted that this was remarkable for a car without side airbags.

Safety features

Dual front airbags are standard equipment in New Zealand.

The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats. This feature improves the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash.

Restraints:

Offset crash test

The airbag effectively cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. Knee impact areas had stiff structures and penalties applied to the upper leg scores.

Side impact crash test (no front passenger)
The injury measurements were good but the driver's head moved completely outside the window. In a real crash this could be very hazardous.

Structure

Offset crash test

The passenger compartment held its shape very well in the offset crash test. The brake pedal moved rearwards by 8cm. The width of the driver's doorway shortened by 5cm. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash tools were required to open the driver's door.

Side impact crash test

The centre pillar and the side doors were pushed inwards moderately.

Pedestrian rating: (35.7%)