Verna vs Yaris – Which is best?

The Toyota Yaris is an old car. It was discontinued (stopped selling new) in 2021. You can only buy it used. The Hyundai Verna is the new, latest model.

Quick Comparison

Feature	Hyundai Verna (New Model)	Toyota Yaris (Old Model)
Engine	1.5L Petrol or 1.5L Turbo	1.5L Petrol (Only)
Power	113 bhp or 158 bhp	106 bhp
Safety	5-Star / 6 Airbags	5-Star (Old Test) / 7 Airbags
Boot Space	Bigger (528 Litres)	476 Litres
Tech	Big Screen, ADAS, Sunroof	Old System, No Android Auto

1. Engine and Driving

• Hyundai Verna (New): It is a speed monster. The new Turbo engine is the most powerful in its class. It feels very fast and exciting to drive.
• Toyota Yaris (Old): The engine is smooth and quiet, but it is not powerful. It is best for relaxed, slow driving. It cannot match the Verna’s speed.

2. Safety

• Hyundai Verna (New): It passed the new crash test with a full 5 stars. It comes with 6 airbags and even has ADAS (smart safety tech that helps you drive).
• Toyota Yaris (Old): Even though it is old, it was very safe for its time. It came with 7 airbags, which is more than many new cars. A very safe used car to buy.

3. Inside and Comfort

• Hyundai Verna (New): The cabin is full of gadgets. You get a massive touchscreen, a Bose sound system, and ventilated seats (seats that blow cool air). It feels like a luxury car.
• Toyota Yaris (Old): The cooling from the AC is very good because it has vents on the roof for back passengers. But the dashboard looks old and does not have a big screen or smartphone connection.

Verdict

Choose the new Hyundai Verna if you want the latest car with amazing power, a fancy tech-filled cabin, and a modern look.