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2016 Toyota Yaris

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Yaris.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2016 Toyota Yaris is a passenger car paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 30 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 32 mpg combined. Its reliability record for the model year rests on just five owner complaints and two recalls, with vehicle speed control and service brakes identified as the top complaint areas. Set against the broader 2006–2020 Yaris complaint history—which spans from a high of 296 in 2007 to a low of two in 2014—the 2016 model year sits firmly on the favorable end of the spectrum, indicating that buyers were largely insulated from the issues that marked the model's earlier years.

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Quick specs

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

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 sizeP175/65R15, P195/50R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5, 6.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter178010T030
Fuel filter7702452180
Spark plug9008091184
Battery288000T060
Front wiper blades8522252212
Serpentine belt9091602705 alt 9091602704
Thermostat9091603093 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter871390D070 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length155.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase98.8 in
Curb weight2271 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
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
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.

10.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 10.20 sec — 2016 LE 5-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016LE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.80 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
2017iA Sedan 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2019XLE Sedan 1.5L I-49.60 sec17.40 sec106 hpFWD
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

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine SAE J1703 · DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.6
Brake FluidSAE J1703 · DOT 3
Clutch FluidDOT 3 · SAE J1703
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity4.9-5.1
Manual Transmission Fluid75W-85 · GL-4
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity4.0

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsBolts: 7 ft-lbs, Screws: 8 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts55.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 159.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)550-650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650-750 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug TypeHatchback
Spark Plug Gap.028 - .032 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity0.75-1.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.50-3.60 oz
Standard BCI Group Number55D23L
Standard BCI Cranking Performance360 cca

Service checks

Engine Compressionpsi 114-142 / max variation 14 psi
Engine Oil Pressure4.2 psi @ Idle, 22-80 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012 in
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25 /
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 42 /; Front: 79; Rear: 42
ABS Sensor Torque8.5 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .748; Rear: .295
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .002
Maximum Drum DiameterParking brake 7.913

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9011 ft. lbs
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 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine 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 Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
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)
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 2016 Toyota Yaris sits at the low‑point of a decade‑long downward trend in federal complaints and recalls, with only five complaints and two recalls—far fewer than the 2007‑2009 peak of 296‑103 complaints and ten recalls per year. After the 2011 dip to 25 complaints, the model continued to improve, reaching a near‑record low of two complaints in 2014 and maintaining that minimal level in 2016. Recall activity likewise fell sharply from a high of ten (2007‑2009) to just two in 2016, while investigations remained at zero throughout the later years. The limited complaint categories in 2016 (speed control, airbags, structure, electrical) each appear only once, indicating no recurring systemic issue. **Takeaway:** 2016 is a strong year to consider for a used Yaris, as it reflects the generation’s most reliable period with minimal complaints and recalls.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
159
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
5
Owner complaints
2 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 5 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Air Bags,Structure,Service Brakes1
Structure1
Electrical System1
Air Bags1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V319000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 23/04/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact…

16V236000TiresReported 22/04/2016

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 159 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

Does the 2016 Yaris have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 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.