Infotainment Controls

Toyota fans will instantly recognize the stereo installed in the Yaris hatchback, because it’s an old-school unit that’s been around for at least a decade. However, don’t take that to mean that the controls aren’t functional. There’s a big volume/power knob and tuning/audio knob, with large pre-sets and clear markings for every button. Where the Yaris needs improvement is with regard to reach and display legibility. It’s a stretch to use some of the stereo functions, and because the face of the display is tilted it reflects lots of sun glare. With polarized sunglasses perched on your nose, anything shown on the display is nearly invisible.