Compact racer Tamiya 18097 - Toyota GR Yaris VZ Mini 4WD Kit  [18097]

What the Toyota GR Yaris Mini 4WD kit offers

The Tamiya 18097 Toyota GR Yaris Mini 4WD kit gives modellers a compact recreation of the road car with a focus on track performance. It blends an accurate shell with chassis features built for sprint racing and club events.

Bodywork details and scale accuracy

Featuring a 3-door shell formed from white ABS, the model mirrors the aggressive look of the full-size GR Yaris with its prominent grille, pronounced rear arches and roof spoiler. Metallic sticker sheets are included to replicate trim and add a polished finish.

Engineering of the VZ chassis

The VZ chassis is designed to be nimble and robust. Critical areas such as the bumper and rear stay base are reinforced to handle impacts. The drivetrain uses low friction 620 plastic bearings made of POM to maximise drive efficiency. The kit ships with a 3.5:1 gear ratio tuned for balanced acceleration and top speed.

Practical upgrades and tuning tips

Racers can customise performance by changing the Type 130 motor, adjusting gear ratios or testing tyre compounds. Grade-Up Parts make it straightforward to upgrade key components progressively as you refine your setup.

Assembly guidance

Assembly is aimed at convenience for hobbyists and racers alike. The kit includes fin-type wheels and black low-profile tyres for a race-ready stance. Power is provided by two AA batteries which must be bought separately.

Tamiya 18097 Toyota GR Yaris Mini 4WD kit pairs authentic styling with a versatile VZ chassis, suitable for display and on-track modifications.