2003 Toyota ECHO Base review from North America
"A cheap to maintain little bug"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The battery went dead because I did not turn the lights off.
The gas gage started acting strangely, but now it works fine without and repair.
General comments?
This car is great on gas!
This is not the car for you if you want performance--the car doesn't have much pickup, but ECHOs are not meant for performance anyhow.
However, if you are a tall person, be aware of this car. My son was about 5'8 or so when I bought this car. Now, a year later, he's 5'10. His head is close to bumping the ceiling. He cannot sit in the back seat because his head hits the ceiling and is very uncomfortable.
Altogether, this car is great on gas, the performance is OK, but the car is not meant for tall people.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Cheap to own, maintain and easy at the gas pump, I'm ready for the next fuel price hike! |
| One of the best fuel efficient cars you could ever get |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Most recent distance | 17500 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Shadow |
| Date of Entry | 4th May, 2004 |