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2013 Toyota Yaris

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Yaris.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2013 Toyota Yaris is a passenger car featuring a 4-speed automatic transmission and an EPA rating of 30/35/32 mpg, utilizing 3.9 quarts of 5W-30 API engine oil. This model year recorded nine total owner complaints, specifically regarding air bags, and one recall. Within the 2006-2020 model history, these figures place the 2013 model far below the 2007 peak of 296 complaints, though above the 2014 low of two.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy30/35/32 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 55D23L · 360 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 55D23L · 360 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP195-50R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter178010T030
Fuel filter7702452180
Spark plug9008091184
Battery2880016151 alt 2880043262
Front wiper blades8522252212
Serpentine belt9091602704 alt 9091602705
Thermostat9091603093 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length153.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase98.8 in
Curb weight2249 lb
Track (front / rear)58.7 / 57.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined30 / 35 / 32 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Yaris of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.7–10.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.70 sec — 2017 iA Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.00 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.10 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.70 sec17.50 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.50 sec18.10 sec106 hpFWD
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.90 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.90 sec106 hpFWD
2016LE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.80 sec106 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.9 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.6
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity3.9 qt
Manual Transmission Fluid75W-90 · GL-4 · GL-5
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts94 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsBolts: 7 ft-lbs, Screws: 8 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub160 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)MT: 650, AT: 700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing8-12, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity.75-.88 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.56 oz
Standard BCI Group Number55D23L
Standard BCI Cranking Performance360 cca

Service checks

RPM44.1-49.7 rpm
Residual Pressure21 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.6-12.4 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Oil Pressure4.2 psi @ Idle, 22-80 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012 in

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket25 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle42 ft-lbs / 79 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.354 in / 0.866 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9011 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
122 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees.90 degrees
390 degrees.; Lightly lubricate new cylinder head bolt, threads and flanges with engine oil.90 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
116 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9016 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 Toyota Yaris represents a significant improvement over earlier years in this generation. Complaints peaked dramatically in 2007 (296) and 2008 (218), coinciding with the well-documented unintended acceleration crisis that triggered multiple federal investigations and mass recalls. From 2009 onward, the complaint trajectory shows consistent decline—103 → 90 → 25 → 35 → 9—reaching its lowest point in 2013 with only 9 complaints and a single recall. The 2013 model year thus sits near the bottom of this downward arc, suggesting Toyota had substantially resolved the quality issues that plagued the generation's early years. Within the 2013 complaint data, air bag-related issues account for 3 of the 9 complaints (the largest category), while visibility, brakes, and suspension each contributed one complaint. Three crash complaints were filed, but there were no fire complaints—a notable improvement given the severity of earlier safety concerns. The 211 TSBs recorded for 2013 is the highest in the dataset, reflecting Toyota's active service bulletin program rather than indicating problems; TSBs are informational updates, not defect classifications. **Takeaway:** The 2013 Yaris is arguably the sweet spot of this generation—it retains the proven mechanical architecture while benefiting from years of corrective engineering. With only 9 complaints, one recall, and zero NHTSA investigations, it represents a low-risk used car purchase within this generation's lifecycle.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
211
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
9
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 9 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Air Bags3
Visibility/Wiper1
Structure,Service Brakes1
Steering,Suspension1
Structure1
Service Brakes1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V134000StructureReported 09/03/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 31, 2011, to February 9, 2015, and sold or registered in Puerto Rico. The affected vehicles… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 211 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Yaris take?

3.9 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Yaris have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Yaris get?

EPA figures are 30 city / 35 highway / 32 combined mpg.