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2001 Toyota ECHO User Reviews

2001 Toyota ECHO Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 16 reviews

  • Performance:3.1 out of 5 stars3.1 out of 5 stars3.1 out of 5 stars3.1 out of 5 stars3.1 out of 5 stars 3.1 / 5
  • Appearance:3.2 out of 5 stars3.2 out of 5 stars3.2 out of 5 stars3.2 out of 5 stars3.2 out of 5 stars 3.2 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 15 reviews
"handling" 5 reviews
"ride" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"efficient car" 3 reviews
CONS
"power" 5 reviews
"light" 2 reviews
"expressway" 2 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
"speed" 2 reviews

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Stormy writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 2 Dr STD Coupe Review
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gas mileage; built in cd player; large trunk space; ability to handle curves well; automatic transmission

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no automatic locks or windows

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I Love My Car..here Are A Few Reasons Why — The main issues that I have with the toyota echo that I own are the lack of automatic locks or windows and storage space. My favourite part about my echo, besides gas mileage, is the customization. Anyone who knows me will know that it is my car because of the distinctive decals, magnets, and overall appearance. The oddest part about my vehicle is the large alice pack (aka my 72 hour Search & Rescue gear) strapped into the back seat..hey, it has to go somewhere! =)

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Michael writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Gas Mileage

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Sometimes a little sluggish, dramatically so if driving at higher altitiudes

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Good Daily Driver — Acceleration is OK, as is braking, actually got it to 107 once - downhill. Turns very sharply, short wheelbase, and engine is way down low, so CG feels suprisingly low for such a tall car. Build quality is excellent, 105,000+ miles, no maintenance beyond oil, plugs, brake pads and a new set of tires in 55000 miles (bought used). Appearance is alright, less boring than many economy cars - the gauges are in the center of the dash turned towards the driver. Gas mileage is excellent averages 35MPG, once got nearly 40 burning an entire tank on the freeway. For an economy car with a 1.8L engine its suprisingly fun to drive.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Misty writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Great Gas mileage

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No power

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Got Gas?? — This car gets great gas mileage! It had no problem besides what regularly goes wrong with cars. The only thing was it had no power. Oil changes were very simple to do also. To bad FED EX had to kill him!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Echo_fan writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 2 Dr STD Coupe Review
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Gas mileage, parking spots, tough, oil change/tire change kind of car

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Wind's influence, basic interior

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Still Lovin' It! — Owned for 6 yrs- still love everything about fitting in tight parking spaces, getting better gas mileage than the majority, and most of all it's been with me in 4 countries and is perfect for every one! Downfall- the interior is fairly basic.

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Timothy writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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gas mileage

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sometimes is boring to drive

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Great First Car — i like that the car ges great gas mileage. it really helps now adays because of the higher gas prices. it never needed any necessary maintance. i love the fact it is small and i can park pretty much any where. it is not too fast but it is a great first car for anyone.

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MSGTR writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 2 Dr STD Coupe Review
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The best gas mileage, better than most hybreds.
Cheap cost, cheap maintenance, perfect commuter car.

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Light and fidgity on the freeway. Crosswinds require two hands on the wheel.
It's so light in construction that it's a little "hummy" at high rpm.

MSGTR
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The Perfect Commuter Car! — I like that it was cheap to buy ($11,000), gets as good gas mileage as my motorcycles after a synthetic oil change and a K&N air filter (43 mpg), and it's easy to park this little car just about anywhere. Since it's a Toyota, parts are cheap and easy to find (if I were to ever need them). Our car now has 170,000 miles, and we've only replaced the clutch and a crank sensor! Accessories and options are almost non-existant.

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Talkn247 writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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GREAT GAS MILEAGE, easy to handle, looks good, little maintenence.

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dont really have any complaints, no cruise control.

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Great First Car, Especially If Your On A Budget Or A Teens First Car. — This car has been real good to us bought at 131,00 miles 3yrs ago the first year just oil change, then I just went ahead and upgraded the Muffler System but when I did that the Lower senser went bad so I changed them both nad recently put new plugs in her. So shes good to go, I would go anywhere with her but, We just have to many cars, I just got my wife a 08 Prius for a Wedding Gift, So I selling the echo. If not i would keep her.

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01echogirl writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 2 Dr STD Coupe Review
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economical, terrific gas mileage, fun to drive, great handling, little storage pockets everywhere

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no cruise control, power windows/locks

01echogirl
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Great Buy, Easy To Drive & Maintain, Fun! — I love this car! I've had it since I bought it new almost 10 years ago. Though it doesn't have many frills, it beats out nearly every car sold today in economy and gas mileage. I have a manual transmission, and it is fun to drive... so zippy and handles very well. I have never had to replace or repair anything major, just kept up with oil changes and occasional maintenance, and I have spent very little other money besides buying tires a couple of times. It is no Corvette, but the manual trans. has pretty good acceleration, very responsive breaking & handling. It is a minimalist car, as I bought it when I was broke and in college, but seeing as I spent little to buy it and almost nothing on repairs, it has been a great investment, compared to other comparably priced cars I don't believe would have served me as well. I can't say enough good things about this car, it is great!

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Michael writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 2 Dr STD Coupe Review
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size and gas

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not enough speed or power

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Its A Nice Car If U Want To Save, U Can Still Have A Little Fun With It!!! Lol — bad Acceleration, very good breaking and excellent handling. didnt need any thing!! horrible exterior, excellent interior, very comfy. it doesnt cost that much to own, it is perfect with gas millage, it makes about 35-40 MPG. well, maintenance is not that Baaaaaaaad!!! lol

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Luke writes:
2001 Toyota ECHO 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Bulletproof mechanically, seems to make its own gas.

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Light, floaty on the highway, bad in ruts and deep snow.

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Stop Laughing. — I'll give you a second to stop laughing. Okay - well this car was a lease that we bought out because it was over on mileage, and we haven't looked back. Absolutely indestructable. 260,000 on it and I've done front brakes twice and rears once and done each front bearing once. That's IT for repairs. It blew 0's on its last E-test. Ridiculously reliable little POS. Oh yeah, it barely uses any fuel - better highway mileage than any current hybrid. (So is the Yaris by the way...)

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2005 Toyota ECHO Reviews

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2004 Toyota ECHO Reviews

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2003 Toyota ECHO Reviews

Great Gas Mileage By Ned

great car but too small and not heavy enough for snowy weather. It also has a large amount of room for a small car. Big trunk and lots of space for three people comfortably. It is very fun to to dri... Read More

Good Car To Have As A Dailly Driver. By Nathan

For the size of engine it has good pick up and go as long as the only extra wieght is the driver. Has 0ver 110000 miles other than brake and fluid changes I had to have rear bearings replaced. It is n... Read More

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2002 Toyota ECHO Reviews

Small For A Family Of 6 By cace9

it runs great it was my first stanndard car so i learn with it... i have used it for so really good good stuff... plus it saves me lots of money . since the\at i like standard cars for bett Read More

Good For A Student Who's Parents Give Away Money. By Michael

You get what you pay for. Although at 8,000 USD for a used one is asking a bit much. Proper used price should be 5,000 for the 2002 model with 50,000 miles. Most of these models also have an electrica... Read More

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2000 Toyota ECHO Reviews

Toyata Echo By Jamar

Its ok but it could be way better. Its always dirty. But.......it is a quality car and it will last ANOTHER 10 years. Im loking to buy a new car soon! The best thing about the car is the coushen in th... Read More

This Car Is A Great Econobox, Cheap And Reliable. That Is Why The Car Was Built. By Craig

Got the car from a family member, a 5 speed and 1.5L engine don't exactly thrill me, but the gas mileage cant be beat by most modern cars. When I drive conservatively I can get over 40mpg (I keep trac... Read More

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