2005 Toyota Echo: Overview
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- MSRP: $10,455 -$11,785
- Invoice: $9,827 -$11,076
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Pros
- Fuel economy
- Maneuverability
Cons
- Rear-seat entry/exit (2 dr)
Vehicle Highlights
Toyota's smallest cars are unchanged for 2005. Echo offers 2-dr coupes and 4-dr sedans with a 4-cyl engine and manual or optional automatic transmission. ABS, front side airbags, and power steering are optional. Also available are 15-inch wheels to replace the standard 14s, a power windows/door locks package, tachometer, in-dash CD changer, and split folding rear seatbacks. The Yaris is due to replace Echo early in 2006 as an update of this basic design.
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise the smallest passengers cars. These vehicles range from tiny economy models to slightly larger popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons.
Our Best Buys include the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, and Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix twins. Our Recommended picks include the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Spectra, and Toyota Corolla.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Base cpe, man. Rating | Compact Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 4 | 4.1 |
| Fuel Economy | 8 | 6.7 |
| Ride Quality | 5 | 4.6 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 4 | 5.4 |
| Quietness | 4 | 4 |
| Controls | 4 | 5.5 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 5 | 5 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 3 | 3.6 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 3.9 |
| Value within Class | 4 | 5.8 |
| Total Score: | 44 | 48.6 |
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