Toyota Small Car Models | 2023 and 2024 Models From Toyota's Lineup of Compact Cars

Using its extensive experience both in the USA and in its home of Japan, Toyota offers small cars that are not just affordable but also safe, practical, and relatively comfortable. These include 4-door sedans, some of the last remaining hatchbacks in the country, and a 2-door sports car.

List of the Smallest Toyota Car Models and Prices

This is a list of the small Toyota car models and prices in the US:

Model	Power	Engine	Base Price
Toyota GR86	228 hp	2.4L Flat 4 Gas	$28,400
Toyota bZ3X	TBC	TBC	TBC
Toyota C-HR	144 hp	2.0L Inline-4 Gas	$24,280
Toyota Corolla Cross	169 hp	2.0L Inline-4 Gas	$23,610
Toyota FJ Cruiser EV	TBC	TBC	TBC
Toyota Matrix	132 hp	1.8L Inline-4 Gas	$19,275
Toyota Prius	194 hp	2.0L Inline-4 Hybrid	$27,450
Toyota RAV4	203 hp	2.5L Inline-4 Gas	$28,275
Toyota GR Supra	255 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$44,640
Toyota Yaris Hatchback	106 hp	1.5L Inline-4 Gas	$17,750

What to Consider When Buying Compact Toyota Cars

Compact and subcompact cars will always have a place in the market as entry-level vehicles for those who can’t afford more or who simply want a cheap way to commute. There are plenty of models to choose from, with both four- and two-door cars populating the segment. But what does a small Toyota offer that others don’t?

Pros

Extremely affordable pricing
Impressive reliability ratings
Frugal fuel economy returns
Generous tech offering, especially safety features

Cons

Discounted interiors
Low-spec engine options
Underwhelming handling

FAQs

What are the best Toyota compact car models?

There are good options in almost every category, but the best include the Corolla Hybrid if you want a subcompact Toyota that will give you loads of return on your investment. The GR Corolla is a sportier choice, but there is also the more purposed GR86 sport sedan and the GR Supra sports car. Lastly, all three variations of the RAV4 SUV fall into this category, and each is excellent in its own way.

What is the price of the smallest Toyota car?

The range of vehicles is quite extensive, with the cost of the Corolla sedan - the entry point - starting at around $20k. The cheapest SUV is the Corolla Cross, which is only a few thousand dollars more expensive. A Corolla Hybrid will set you back around $25k, and the new electric bZ4X is a pricey option at a little more than $40k.

Are small Toyota cars reliable?

You’ll be hard-pressed to find an unreliable Toyota, and even its smallest cars exhibit exemplary build quality and reliability, as well as high safety and consumer satisfaction ratings.

Are there any performance cars in Toyota’s compact lineup?

If you don’t mind trading in comfort for horsepower, then the GR Supra is a small and relatively affordable sports car. It boasts a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 60 mph from a standstill in under three seconds when equipped with the top-tier engine.