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2000 Toyota ECHO Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Toyota ECHO was introduced as a 2000 model to fill the sub-compact gap left behind by the discontinued Tercel, which was last produced as a 1998. The 2000 ECHO was noted for its height, which at 59.1 inches is significantly taller than any other sub-compact of the day, and even taller than many full-size sedans. The ECHO’s height made it feel roomy inside. The interior was no-frills, as is expected in an entry-level car, but it came with plenty of storage space and enough options were available to make for a reasonably equipped vehicle.
The 2000 Toyota ECHO came in two body styles, a two door and a four door. Both shared a 108-horsepower 1.5-liter engine. It came standard with a five-speed manual transmission, and a four-speed automatic was an available option. Fuel economy was excellent, about 31/38 mpg.
The 2000 ECHO had its fans and its detractors. Those who liked the car praised its unusual styling, excellent gas mileage, and low sticker price. Many drivers say that is goes forwards and backwards, and that is all they really expected of it. Others were disappointed by its cheap interior; noisy, unstable ride; and what they found was unattractive styling.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2000 Toyota ECHO
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by JoAnn R
Aug 10, 2021
I love this car. Inexpensive to maintain and very economical.Aug 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Jan 12, 2015
I think the echo/yaris cars are great for what they are built for. Gas mileage and long lasting lifespan. The cabin is well designed and headroom is not a problem, even for taller folks. Car performs best in the city or local roads, highway manors are a little lacking. The small weight makes it easy to get blown around, plus if you want to pass you are almost always going to need a downshift.
I have driven this car for nearly 70,000miles (over 230k) and cant find a good reason to get rid of it. Newer models offer power windows, something I wouldn't mind if given the choice on a 4-door car.Jan 12, 2015
by Courtney I
Jan 14, 2014
It's a plasticy, cheap-feeling, underpowered little tin can. We never have to bring it in to the shop, pretty much. Once a year, perhaps, for something minor. A belt, or whatever. We replaced the original battery when it was over 10 years old. It really gets around 30mpg, or closer to 38 if you are doing everything right.Jan 14, 2014
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by JoAnn R
Aug 10, 2021
I love this car. Inexpensive to maintain and very economical.Aug 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Jan 12, 2015
I think the echo/yaris cars are great for what they are built for. Gas mileage and long lasting lifespan. The cabin is well designed and headroom is not a problem, even for taller folks. Car performs best in the city or local roads, highway manors are a little lacking. The small weight makes it easy to get blown around, plus if you want to pass you are almost always going to need a downshift.
I have driven this car for nearly 70,000miles (over 230k) and cant find a good reason to get rid of it. Newer models offer power windows, something I wouldn't mind if given the choice on a 4-door car.Jan 12, 2015
by Courtney I
Jan 14, 2014
It's a plasticy, cheap-feeling, underpowered little tin can. We never have to bring it in to the shop, pretty much. Once a year, perhaps, for something minor. A belt, or whatever. We replaced the original battery when it was over 10 years old. It really gets around 30mpg, or closer to 38 if you are doing everything right.Jan 14, 2014
by Jamar N
Dec 26, 2011
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 the seats.Dec 26, 2011
by Craig W
Dec 18, 2011
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 track by miles traveled). The worst I have recorded was during a week it snowed very heavily, I was stuck a lot and spent a lot of time idling - 31mpg average.
The car doesn't handle well, but it is small and nimble which is great for parking lots. The suspension is very soft which lends into the poor handling it features. Now when i say poor handling, this is compared to enthusiastic driving, not regular chugging along. For that, it does just fine and you won't ever feel like you're about to fly off the road.
The highway is great for mileage, but watch those bigger trucks and wind. Anyone who has ever driven a small eco-box will already know what to expect here. Drive smart and keep it under 80mph! There is even less power the faster you go and the lil engine starts to get loud.Dec 18, 2011
by Ahmed S
Oct 23, 2011
Fuel economy is a real bonus and the Echo is a true petrol-miser.
Sweet engines match up well with manual gearbox.
Tall body makes for great interior space.Reliability is streets ahead of much of the
light-car class. In that regard, it's a Toyota through and through.Funky interior will
put a few off, but most like its alternative layout.
Fuel economy is a real i love itOct 23, 2011
by Andrew F
Jul 27, 2010
My Girlfriend's Toyota Echo Review. Performance: Good gas milage, poor transmission, acceleration not too good, strong brakes, handling is pretty good. Build Quality: Decently Solid. Road Noice is a little loud. Appearance: Looks small but is very spacious. Car is more for women my opinion. Cost of Ownership: Good gas mileage as mentioned above and hasnt had any major problems I know of. Fun Factor: Not too much fun to drive. Not a performance car. Fuel efficent, drives good, spacious for a small looking carJul 27, 2010
by Mike C
Oct 18, 2009
Small, Compact, Slow to accelerate. 5 Speed is even funner to drive. Easy handling, can fit into very very tight spaces too. Almost no repairs, 41 MPG, really fun to drive. Car is really fun to drive, little maintenance too. Oct 18, 2009
by Kim T
Sep 21, 2009
My car is cool. Seriously. Tinted windows, cool rims, manual transmission. Come on! And, to fill it up, it costs between 35$ and 43$ depending on the gas price. Good acceleration, perfect deceleration. Easy to park everywhere. It's quite easy to handle, but when it's windy outside and I'm on the free lane, it can get risky.Sep 21, 2009
by Sylvain C
Sep 10, 2009
This Toyota is a compact car in size but spacious inside. The engine is a 1.5 L in-line4 cylinder! i has not torque at all but its a good reliable car! we have had ours since 2000 and we only had to put 2000$ of repairs excluding fender benders. a 2005 toyota echo can be bought as cheap as 5000$
Sep 10, 2009
by Jean-Philippe P
Jun 20, 2009
Bonne voiture pour t'amener du point A au point B avec un minimum d'essence. La couleur était turquoise :S. Au moins il était manuel. Il y avait la qualité Toyota dans ce char la. Bon pour apprendre à chauffer manuel à quelqu'unJun 20, 2009
by Rick W
Jun 02, 2009
Performance is alright for a small car, the bulid of it is pretty cool with soo many little pockets. my model looks awesome with the little body kit and mag wheels. cost of ownership is not too much different insurance wise to the patrol but the fuel is almost twice the km that the patrol for half as much $. Car is fun to drive it fits in any space.Jun 02, 2009
by Mariah D
Mar 07, 2009
accelerated well before rollover,though can still handle city traffic. brakes awesome. handles just about everything you can throw at it.
after 9 years, would still be in mint condition if i hadn't put it on its roof. needed new windshield, hood and o2 sensor. after 100,000 miles, needs timing done. spacious interior, ample headroom, plenty of room for 5, although long legged people get cramps during long trips.
great gas mileage, 35 in town 40 on the hwy. is expensive to find/obtain replacement parts such as tail light covers.
FUN to drive! Mar 07, 2009
by Alexandre T
Jan 31, 2009
Cette petite bibites à patate, affectueusement prénommée Doris, ( en hommage à la Doris du film Némo qui crie "Echo? Echo?" ) est une incroyable voiture. Très économique, hyper fiable, agréable à conduire si il n'y a pas trop de vent latéral sur l'autoroute, est parfaite comme deuxième voiture familiale. Elle étonnement spacieuse et la valise est assez grande pour y cacher 3 corps d'adultes! lol De plus l'es entretiens périodique sont très peu dispendieux et les pneus ne coutent presque rien.Jan 31, 2009
by Dany J
Nov 02, 2008
Ca coute pas cher de gaz, mais y'a tout pleins de bruits à l'interieur... surement pcq j'ai rajouté tout pleins de cossins!!
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by Shira L
Oct 21, 2008
I love my lil car. It has enough room to fit 4 of my friends comfortably, gets great gas mileage and turns like non other. I feel so spoiled by it. Its so fun to drive! Its a total chick car tho, with tons of cubbies to hide stuff. It doesn't have a great amount of power but hence the great gas mileage. If you want a lil car that's great for level or down hill trips or just your everyday life the Echo is your best bet. I was so sad when they stopped making them. Sure the new cars are cuter, but there's no head room! My friend who's 6'5" couldn't get over how much room he had in my car!Oct 21, 2008
by Daniel B
Sep 22, 2008
Let's face it; nobody ever bought an Echo for performance or class. It does what toyotas are all good at. Reliable workin horse. Aand if it does ever break down, it will be my fault, because I let it go far too long between services. All in al, a pretty good little car.Sep 22, 2008
by Jodie H
Aug 16, 2008
you can buzz in to car parks that bigger cars cant fit and buzz right on out and great on fuel! although its a small car it is quiet spacey inside. its great to fold down the rear seats and chuck the dogs in the back. this is one of the best cars ive owned and it was free!!!(given to me as a gift)Aug 16, 2008
by Jeff B
Jul 22, 2008
Bon ptit char pour commencer dans la vie :p... C'est très économique (autonomie d'un peu plus de 900 km), pas chere d'entretien et fiable comme beaucoup de Toyota. Le cadran au milieu... on s'en habitue apres 2 min qu'on est au volant si vous voulez savoir lol... ahah et.. c'est quand meme un auto confortable pour un ptit bolide de cette catégorie... Le seul défaut c'est la performance du moteur mais... ca tire quand meme pour un ptit char...Jul 22, 2008
by Anonymous
May 19, 2008
Great little car. Excellent fuel economy. No power steering is hard to get used to. May 19, 2008
by Alternating C
Apr 14, 2008
Many memories with this car. Great on Gas! +40 mpg! Better than the Prius.Apr 14, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 12, 2008
its anice car 4 people who know how 2 handle an unstable carz .very good acceleration .nice performance. good brakes AND I LOVE IT MUCHMar 12, 2008
by Alec C
Dec 30, 2007
really painless to drive, had good response and what not. the ride was comfortable, and
there was more then enough room for people and cargo. Super fuel efficient. It rattled a bit
for a toyota. there was lots of body roll through turns, lackluster highway acceleration, but
cruised at 80-85 easily. wonderful little carDec 30, 2007
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2000 Toyota ECHO Pricing
Original MSRP
$10,450 to $10,850Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent