Toyota insurance groups explained: Yaris, Prius, Aygo and more

Looking for a car that’s reliable, fuel-efficient and affordable to insure? Toyota might be the make for you.

From small city cars like the Aygo to hybrids like the Prius, many Toyota models sit in lower car insurance groups - making them a great choice for cost-conscious drivers, including those new to the UK.

Here’s a breakdown of Toyota insurance groups across the most popular models.

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Key takeaways

• Toyota insurance groups range from as low as group 1 for the Aygo up to group 30 and above for the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid.
• Smaller engines and lower trims usually mean lower groups, and cheaper Toyota car insurance.
• Hybrid models like the Prius and C-HR usually sit in higher groups than their petrol equivalents, due to the extra technology on board.

‍What is a Toyota Insurance Group?

All cars in the UK are put into insurance groups from 1 (cheapest) to 50 (most expensive). These groups help insurers work out how much your car will cost to cover.

Factors that affect your group include:

• How expensive your car is to repair
• How easy it is to find parts
• The safety and security features
• The car’s performance (engine size, speed)

Generally, smaller engines and simpler specs means lower groups (and cheaper insurance prices). Read more about different car insurance groups.

‍Toyota Yaris insurance group

The Toyota Yaris is one of the most popular Toyota models in the UK. It’s a strong option for those looking for low-cost insurance.

Popular Toyota Yaris insurance groups:

• Toyota Yaris 1.0L VVT-i T2/TR: Insurance group 5-6
• Toyota Yaris 1.3L Icon/VVT-i SR: Insurance group 7-10
• Toyota Yaris Hybrid models: Insurance group 12-14

Toyota Prius insurance group

Known for being eco-friendly and efficient, the Toyota Prius is a favourite among hybrid drivers. As a model that has more tech, its insurance groups are generally higher.

Popular Toyota Prius insurance groups:

• Toyota Prius T3/T4/T Spirit (1.8L Hybrid): Insurance group 14-17
• Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid: Insurance group 18-21
• Toyota Prius+ (7-seater): Insurance group 20-23

Will you pay more for hybrid tech? Yes. But the benefits are lower running costs and emissions.

Toyota Aygo insurance group

The Toyota Aygo insurance group is often 1-4, making it one of the lowest cost models in the UK.

Popular Toyota Aygo insurance groups:

• Toyota Aygo 1.0L VVT-i X/Active/Play: Insurance group 1-2
• Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i Aygo Ice: Insurance group 3
• Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i Fire: Insurance group 4

Overall, the Aygo can be a great pick for young drivers or anyone new to UK roads who wants to keep the cost of insurance down.

Toyota Aygo X insurance group

The newer Toyota Aygo X, launched in 2021, sits a little higher than the original Aygo, in insurance groups 5 to 7.

Popular Toyota Aygo X insurance groups:

• Toyota Aygo X Pure (1.0L, manual): Insurance group 5
• Toyota Aygo X Edge/Air Edition (1.0L): Insurance group 6
• Toyota Aygo X Exclusive/Limited Edition (1.0L): Insurance group 7

It’s still one of the cheapest new cars to insure, even if it costs a little more than the original Aygo.

Toyota Corolla insurance group

If you want something a little bigger than a Yaris but still practical and efficient, the Toyota Corolla is a solid bet. Its insruance group is usually between 10-19, making it competitive on a mid-sized car.

Popular Toyota Corolla insurance groups:

• Toyota Corolla 1.2L Turbo Icon: Insurance group 10-13
• Toyota Corolla Hybrid 1.8L: Insurance group 15-17
• Toyota Corolla Excel 2.0L Hybrid: Insurance group 17-19

Toyota C-HR insurance group

The Toyota CH-R is a compact SUV with sleek styling and hybrid efficiency. It’s becoming a popular choice for families and commuters.

Popular Toyota C-HR insurance groups:

• Toyota C-HR 1.2L Petrol Icon/Design: Insurance group 14-16
• Toyota C-HR Hybrid 1.8L Icon/Excel: Insurance group 16-19
• Toyota C-HR Dynamic 2.0L Hybrid: Insurance group 20-22

Toyota RAV4 insurance group

The RAV4 is made for drivers looking for a bigger SUV with Toyota reliability. But the RAV4 insurance group sits in a higher range, so it will be more expensive to insure.

Popular Toyota RAV4 insurance groups:

• Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol/Hybrid: Insurance group 22-27
• Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid: Insurance group 30+

What’s the cheapest Toyota to insure?

If you’re looking for the lowest insurance group possible, the Toyota Aygo 1.0L is in insurance group 1 or 2. Smaller engines, basic trims and petrol versions tend to sit in the lower groups:

• Toyota Aygo 1.0L – Insurance group 1-2
• Toyota Yaris 1.0L – Insurance group 5-6
• Toyota Corolla 1.2L – Insurance group 10-13

But remember it’s not just car insurance groups that impact your insurance costs. Find out what makes car insurance more expensive.

Summary: Toyota insurance groups at a glance

Here’s a quick round-up of where Toyota models tend to fall in insurance groups.

• Toyota Aygo: Insurance group 1–4
• Toyota Aygo X: Insurance group 5–7
• Toyota Yaris: Insurance group 5–14
• Toyota Prius: Insurance group 14–23
• Toyota Corolla: Insurance group 10–19
• Toyota C-HR: Insurance group 14–22
• Toyota RAV4: Insurance group 22–30+

How do Toyota insurance groups compare to other brands?

Toyota is known for reliability and low running costs, and that reputation carries over to Toyota insurance groups too. Entry-level models like the Aygo and Yaris often sit in similar territory to rivals like the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa.

• Toyota Yaris 1.0L: Insurance group 5-6
• Fiesta Zetec 1.25L: Insurance group 5–6
• Vauxhall Corsa 1.0-1.2L: Insurance group 3-6

Exact groups vary by trim and engine, so it’s worth comparing specific models rather than whole brands.

It’s a similar picture further up the range: family hatchbacks and small SUVs from Honda and Nissan tend to land in comparable groups to the Corolla and C-HR, depending on engine size and trim.

Find out more about Ford insurance groups, Vauxhall insurance groups, Nissan insurance groups and Honda insurance groups.

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