The Toyota Yaris, known as Toyota Yarisu in Japan, is a supermini/subcompact car that has been in production since 1999. It replaced the Starlet and Tercel models in Toyota’s lineup. Initially, the Yaris name was used for export versions of various Japanese-market models until 2019. Some markets received these vehicles under the name Toyota Echo until 2005. In Japan, the Yaris nameplate started to be used in 2020, replacing the Vitz nameplate.

Apart from the supermini/subcompact model, the Yaris nameplate has also been assigned to other vehicles. From 1999 to 2005, the Yaris Verso mini MPV was sold in Europe under this name, while in Japan, it was known as the FunCargo. The Yaris has proven to be a versatile model, adapting to different markets and needs over its production lifespan.

Key points:
– The Toyota Yaris is a supermini/subcompact car sold by Toyota since 1999.
– It replaced the Starlet and Tercel models in Toyota’s lineup.
– The Yaris nameplate was used for export versions of Japanese-market models until 2019.
– Some markets received these vehicles under the name Toyota Echo until 2005.
– In 2020, the Yaris nameplate started being used in Japan, replacing the Vitz nameplate.
– The Yaris nameplate has been applied to other vehicles, such

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