Pricing and specification particulars for the up to date Toyota GR Yaris have been revealed, with the high-performance sizzling hatch growing in price by greater than £12,000. 

Prices for the Volkswagen Golf GTI rival begin at £44,250 within the UK, with the Sébastien Ogier Edition and Kalle Rovanperä Edition specials coming in at £60,000. 

The GR Yaris as soon as once more includes a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine, however energy has elevated from 258bhp to 276bhp and torque from 266lb ft to 287lb ft. 

The automobile has additionally gained the choice of an eight-speed computerized gearbox alongside the usual six-speed guide.

Beneath the steel, the brand new GR Yaris will get modified suspension for improved dealing with, with revised spring charges and a stronger entrance shock absorber. 

Inside, the recent hatch additionally has adjustments to the driving place and cockpit, with a brand new infotainment system. Toyota says it affords a “more authentic sports car feel”. 

The GR Yaris will probably be bought within the UK in restricted portions, however Toyota hasn’t confirmed any actual numbers. 

A spokesperson confirmed to Autocar that pricing wasn’t linked to demand however was “representative” of the automobile’s positioning, with elements equivalent to inflation and new know-how contributing to the rise. 

Rivals such because the Honda Civic Type R, at £48,060, have additionally jumped in value for his or her newest variants.