Quick Highlights:
- Toyota will offer a new Aero Performance Package for the GR Yaris GTS.
- The upgrades come from rally experience and include a front lip, bonnet duct, fender vents, rear bumper ducts, and an adjustable rear spoiler.
- The 1.6-litre turbo three-cylinder engine still makes 221kW and 400Nm, powering all four wheels.
- With the Aero pack, the GTS costs $64,990 for the manual and $67,490 for the automatic, expected in Australian showrooms by late 2025.
Toyota Australia has repackaged the GR Yaris GTS into a new “Aero Performance Package,” making the hot hatch a more focused and sharp machine. The upgrades borrow from Toyota Gazoo Racing’s rally cars in the “Japanese Rally Championship” and the Super Taikyu series, helping the car stick to the road at high speed and keeping the engine cool under pressure.
The package costs $4,500, bringing the GTS to $64,990 for the six-speed manual and $67,490 for the eight-speed automatic, before on-road costs. The remaining GR Yaris models remain unchanged, and the entry-level GT manual costs $55,490.
Rally-Derived Upgrades
The “Aero Performance Package” isn’t just for looks — it’s a set of practical upgrades straight from Toyota’s rally experience. The eight-piece kit starts with a front lip spoiler, designed to reduce lift and give the car extra bite through corners. A bonnet duct helps keep the turbocharged 1.6-litre three-cylinder engine, which makes 221kW and 400Nm, running cooler under hard driving.
Front fender vents and rear bumper ducts work together to improve stability and manage airflow around the car, while a manually adjustable rear spoiler lets drivers fine-tune downforce depending on conditions. Beneath it all, new underfloor components smooth the air passing under the car, cutting turbulence and drag.
These additions sit on top of the GTS’s existing kit: Torsen limited-slip differential, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, red GR brake calipers, and revised suspension. Toyota points out that engine output hasn’t changed, but the new aero touches make the GR Yaris feel more planted, sharper in corners, and confident when pushed to the limit.
Pricing and Availability
The Aero Performance Package is only available for the GR Yaris GTS:
| Model | Price (before on-roads) |
| GT manual | $55,490 |
| GT automatic | $57,990 |
| GTS manual | $60,490 |
| GTS automatic | $62,990 |
| GTS Aero Pack manual | $64,990 |
| GTS Aero Pack automatic | $67,490 |
Toyota plans to bring the upgraded GR Yaris GTS to Australian showrooms by late 2025, giving enthusiasts a rally-inspired, street-legal hot hatch that blends style, performance, and racing DNA.
GR Lineup and What is Next of Toyota.
Toyota applies the GR badge only to its sharpest, most performance-oriented models, such as the GR Corolla, GR 86, and GR Supra. While the GR Supra is nearing the end of its production cycle, the GR Yaris continues to make the brand proud with its rally legacy on the road.
In the future, Toyota already has plans for additional GR models, with the Celica returning to the U.S., with one known with certainty, as it will compete with such rivals as the upcoming Honda Prelude. Toyota’s hot hatch and sports car strategy clearly aims to keep enthusiasts entertained with performance, rally-inspired DNA, and fun track-ready cars for years to come.
Why the GR Yaris GTS Stands Out
For anyone looking for a small hot hatch that’s more than just a street car, the Toyota GR Yaris GTS with the new “Aero Performance Package” hits the mark. It delivers sharper handling, better stability, and rally-inspired styling, making it one of the most exciting and capable performance cars in Australia right now.
Source: Toyota
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