# Toyota has confirmed it will introduce a first-ever fully-electric Yaris hatch alongside the hybrid and petrol versions.

*robotics · news · 2026-05-08 · The Canberra Times*

## Key points

- Toyota will launch its first fully-electric Yaris hatch alongside petrol and hybrid versions.
- The electric Yaris is not expected before 2028, following a new-generation hybrid Yaris in 2027.
- If released, the electric Yaris would be Toyota's cheapest electric vehicle offering.
- Toyota has not confirmed whether the electric Yaris will be available in the Australian market.

**Companies:** Toyota
**Countries:** Australia, Japan

[Read the full story on The Canberra Times](https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9242378/toyotas-budget-answer-to-byd/)

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