*This is my **Newest.Technology** second one, the first was for my older car. Alexa works way better than an FM tuner bluetooth or for hands free calling. We found it also worked great on the boat. That is why we now own two Echo Auto's.*
Point A to point B transportation, reliability, low cost. That's all you need in a car. People go out and finance a vehicle that drops in value the moment they start using it... smh.
I love my Echo too and I can afford to buy any car I want. I've had a Corvette and a Tesla S before. Those cars perform great and are fun to drive but I prefer to drive a beater and I like efficiency. The Echo is one of the most reliable cars ever made. The fact that it has no luxury features makes it more reliable than other cars that do. Mine doesn't have the fold down rear seats like yours does (must be nice mr money bags over there).
Got mine 6 years ago, a 2000 Echo with 64k miles on it. Now it reads 140k miles and still going strong. I drive it to and from work everyday, about 42miles/day. Even in snow. Very reliable. The only thing to watch out for is its body roll. Because it sits high, it's center of gravity is not well anchored. Quick turns specially at high speeds to avoid collision is not its strongest attribute. It spun out on me once on the free way and I have started slowing it down ever since. Otherwise you would be driving 80mph and not even notice it. Amazing car for the price overall. Mine has paid back its value and then some just from the $$ saved at the pump.
@@kylemas2005 Hope it'll last as long. I sold mine few months ago for $2000 cash. Bought it for $6000 at 60kmiles, used it everyday for 7 years and put 80k additional miles on it and still brought me $2k cash. My favorite car thus far. Shame I had to let it go. (Family needs / kids)
@@danyyboye If you were to look under the hood of a Mirage and see how simple it was, you'd be convinced of its reliabilty. Toyota is king of durability, but Mitsubishi isnt that far behind. MirageForum.com is full of owners with 150k plus trouble free miles including both manual and CVT transmissions. The Mirage is slow off the line and a little loud on highways, but bigger thsn you think and comfortable.
We are the proud owners of 2 echoes. We bought a 1 owner echo with 24K miles on it in 2003. I sold my VWbug & was driving up our street when I saw an Echo with a forsale sign on it. We drove it and then we bought it. Our mechanic also has an Echo. When we bring our 2 in for servicing, there are 3 identical cars in front of the business. We love them!
hey, they are great on gas ! and extremely reliable. I have owned one for about 8 years. it now has 241000 miles, and it keeps going everything works on it, even the ac.
I am the proud owner of a 2003 Toyota Echo. Currently has 128,000 miles on it. People tend to judge this car negatively based on appearances alone. But boy, they don't know what they're missing out on. Echos may not be the prettiest, but they are super-reliable, low maintenance, and they get the job done. I'm convinced that Echos are amongst the most reliable fuel-efficient (43 miles per gallon!) cars ever made. Plus, they have decent storage space to boot. Toyota needs to bring these kinds of cars back on the market (with perhaps a more aesthetically appealing design). Nowadays people are looking for a car that fits into a niche, fuel efficient, cheap, sturdily built, economy car.
I love the echo so much !! I had an accident and sadly it was totaled ! This car had about 400,000 miles on it and ran like new ! Everything this reviewer said is spot on ! I am in process to purchase another echo, best vehicle I've ever had ! This car will get into your blood the longer you drive it ! 40 mpg, handles like a sports car, parks easily unto tight spots , can't even hear the engine at 80-90mph ! I am in process of finding another echo ! Toyota only made these for six years to 2005 ! However , they are not for everybody ! Need I say more ?
Bought one after I sold my '93 Tercel I had for 10 years. Mine was the pewter 5 spd. 4 door. Sold it after nearly 500,000 miles. Zero problems/repairs. Maintenance only. Car looked and drove like knew when sold. (Although I did replace the foggy headlight housings with new.) Many people made fun of the car (I still have no idea why.) but I LOVED it.
I own a Toyota Echo 85,500 miles (free from my dad), a Ferrari California, a Porsche 911, a Land Rover Disco II 4.6, a Infiniti QX30, and a SAAB OG9-3. If there was a nuclear or chemical war tomorrow, I would abandon all the other cars and take the Echo with survival gear. It would be my SHTF car. The Toyota Echo is like the cockroaches of cars. It will live forever because it’s simple, cheap on gas, easy to fix and will run forever. Meanwhile the gas level in fuel gauge of the Ferrari will drop if you just look at it funny.
@@VehicleHunter Ive bought 4 Echos which I gave to each daughter. I bought them back when they bought their own car. Milages 165k, 296k, 276k and mine 76k. I love them and am so happy to see your videos. When I would take them for oil changes I would probably get a call back very soon making sure I returned their car because the Corolla I loaned them just was not economical enough
Oh my God ur comment makes me wanna keep echo forever... I own a 2003 one just got it for 4300 from dealership...it was love at first sight after I bought versa 2017 which got wrecked into a car accident my dad suggested to buy this echo.. first I was reluctant but as soon as I hit the pedal and rode it ... it was as smooth as a virgin Girl.. Instant love... I was like dad don't get me any other car... I want this only and only I don't care about any other car anymore ..
agreed. i worked at a toyota dealership for 5 yeas. was a HUGE domestic fan before... until i worked on and drove toyotas everyday. now my chevy feels shitty lol.
I have 2 2003 Echo's now. 1 is a 2 door, the other is a 4 door. Just picked up the 2 door for $300.00! Easy fix. Both are running like new. Reliable and Economical.
I have a 2002 Echo 2-door automatic. I bought it almost 2 years ago and it has been a very good car. High gas mileage, reliable, rides well, easy to see out of and park. Other than the body roll in corners, I have no major complaints. I don't even have a problem with crosswinds. I plan to get the shocks and struts upgraded, a set of T10 wheels and some new General Tires soon
I've owned 2 of them. Most reliable cars I've ever owned. 40+ mpg. 200,000 plus miles are easy especially with the manual transmission. The only other cars coming close were a couple of old 80's Datsun (Nissan) 210's
I just bought a 2002 Yaris 2 door 1.0 , for the same reasons you said....I sold my 2001 Skoda Octavia LPG Combi due to poor reliability and was fed up with it...it had ac electric windows heated seats and all that jazz...but let me tell you...the Yaris puts a smile on my face...and makes me feel like i paid for the hard work toyota put into making it reliable. Saw some Scotty Kimler videos and decided Toyota is the car to go with....money wise...i could have bought a newer one but hey....i will save up some more and buy a newer Toyota later in 2020. God Bless!
Nicholas Ross ur srupid af if u think this is garbage. These things are bullet proof vehicles. Fun to drive on 5 speed manual. Very low cost to maintain, while others spends on endless money pits
I was also born on 2001, however mine is having issues in this heat and my mileage has gone down slightly and I need advice on parts to get and which types will help me tackle hills because we are moving soon. Any suggestions?
I bought mine for $600usd a couple of years ago, it runs good and get's good gas mileage. I did change the plugs and noticed one of the plugs had oil on it, the check ingine light went off, but then came back on. It looks like it needs a ring job, probably best to just get a crate motor to exchange instead of a rebuild. I really don't know for sure, but I'll probably just drive it.. :)
Thank you so much for your in depth review im looking at one next weekend its white and 4 door like yours but automatic with only 93k year 2001 for $1900
Own a 2001 Echo currently. 162,000 mi on it. O2 sensor needs looked at and a transmission flush. Other than that nothing but routine maintenance. 40 mpg. I fill it up once every two weeks which costs $18.00 plus some change with current gas prices (compared to my former 1995 Jeep GC which demanded $30.00 plus to keep from getting dehydrated. Loved her too though. RIP.) Echo's are more than worth their weight in gold in reliability, fuel economy, and overall just a joy to own. Was offered $2000.00 for mine a month ago. Turned it down. Love this car.
"No one who is doing well financially drives a Toyota Echo." Internationally famous, classical violinist and millionaire violinist Lindsey Stirling drove a Toyota Echo until the wheels fell off, but sure make sweeping generalizations about people you don't actually know based entirely upon your own notion that everyone has the desire to flaunt their wealth.
I'm a city bus driver making$36 and I love commuting in my Echo. You got both ends of spectrum, people who either don't do well financially or are frugal like me
I really want to get a Toyota echo as a second car for my wife.... it just makes total sense as a city car. The only thing stopping me is safety concerns, but I’d like one very much.
The Echo and Yaris are great used car bargains. Nowadays nobody wants an econobox, which is why you can get them so cheaply. But if the price of gas goes up dramatically, so will their value--all of a sudden they will become popular
Reading this in 2022 where inflation is 7 percent and gas is through the roof. Totalled my 2013 Kia Rio and about to go check out a 2003 Echo for $3800
@@SandraWade666 If the miles aren't too high, take it to a mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection (they don't cost much). If he gives it a thumbs up, go for it---I think you'll like it
You are wrong about someone doing well financially drive this car... Tell that to Lindsey Stirling, the violinist entertainer... I don’t think she will ever get rid of her Echo... :) I read her book “The Only Pirate at the Party”...
It would quickly become a classic if it had a lower ride height because its of the fastest subcompact car that was ever sold if you dont count performance trims.
I've never driven one of these but I've checked out it's stats and it's actually really good for a car of its displacement and class. I'm surprised they can make the power they do, it must be down to power to weight ratio
I guess you are one of those people who love hammering in nails with a microscope. The Echo is not designed to go 120. It's a decent city car, a good and faithful friend - not a pimply teenager's bolt bucket with a huge fart can behind. I tried 90 on my 2000 Echo a couple of times, just to see how fast it can go. It did give me 90 but asked not to do that every day because it was made for mature and responsible driving.
for someone lurking the comments looking for a short answer: get the echo. i always called it an ugly car but then i tried my friend's echo out and it's honestly one of the best cars i've driven, but that may be because i'm used to driving vehicles with terrible visibility, so being in an echo is like night and day difference.
@Anthony M that might explain why it's above $2000. The echo in DC is usually priced much lower. I've noticed some vehicles on the West coast are really sought after. Id say buy a car here and drive it there, but its going to be full of rust :)
He seemed totally ignorant of the fact that the Toyota Echo (pre Yaris) was plagued with complex electrical problems. The whole LEFT side of my 2005 Echo had constant issues. My Toyota dealership like to pretend they didn't know about the issue.
It's a small engine, so it struggled a bit. But this is a 5 speed, and you can always power up a hill. It also weights very little, a big benefit to this baby.
I own a 2010 Yaris Hatch, very useful, reliable, economical and they're not gonna build them anymore for the US market. The last few years, they were actually Mazda vehicles made in Mexico, I would not buy one of those anyway.
I used to drive an echo back In 04 as my first car. Oh memories, I was a teenager then. Perfect for someone that age I guess. Now I have a 2008 Lexus IS 250, which would blow the echo out of the water in terms of speed and weight. I also drive a 2018 Toyota Corolla I use for Uber. Overall Toyota and their luxury line Lexus are great cars! Even the old echo.
You're wrong about it being thrown away : ] Local used car dealer has/had 2 ECHOS (2002 and 2003)a Rav4 (2002)and 4 Runner, (1996) 2002 ECHO sold first, then 2003 . Rav and 4 runner still for sale Lol
Some people see it as an abomination lol. You do you. I'm pretty sure the auto transmissions are reliable in these. I've never heard anything bad about them.
could a 6 ft 4" person sleep in one of these by removing the passenser seat and rear seats so you could be fully extended from head to toe from the front to the trunk?
@@MrJohnnyDistortion oh Idk. Electronic part for windows. Motors for 2 windows. Cat converters. Oil leaks. Transmission. Suspension. Anything on BMW will cost way more. Headlights. Computers. Exhausts. Etc. Etc
I owned two Tercels. Garbage cars. Toyota should be ashamed to put the TOYOTA nameplate on them. Ya, know why they don't make them anymore??? Mine had problems with the brakes, fuel pumps, water pumps, exhaust. Rusted out shock towers. Total sh*t vehicles. One had a leaky gas tank. Sure, they were cheap. $3000 brand new. Not up to their standards; discontinued. DUH
@@VehicleHunter my man there is no exhaust sensor, there are two o2 sensors one befor the cat and one after the cat. did you scan live data from the thing ... you can connect 10USD bluetooth OBDII scanner to your phone... anyhow all good im happy for you
Yes. Higher mileage & lack of oil changes tend to burn oil because clogged oil rings. I currently have a check engine light w/P0420 . I need to replace my cat at 250,000 miles. I will replace cat and motor on.
*This is my **Newest.Technology** second one, the first was for my older car. Alexa works way better than an FM tuner bluetooth or for hands free calling. We found it also worked great on the boat. That is why we now own two Echo Auto's.*
Point A to point B transportation, reliability, low cost. That's all you need in a car. People go out and finance a vehicle that drops in value the moment they start using it... smh.
This car was made for you ;)
Biggest regret is buying a brand new car
First Last someone gotta do it lol
I love my Echo too and I can afford to buy any car I want. I've had a Corvette and a Tesla S before. Those cars perform great and are fun to drive but I prefer to drive a beater and I like efficiency. The Echo is one of the most reliable cars ever made. The fact that it has no luxury features makes it more reliable than other cars that do. Mine doesn't have the fold down rear seats like yours does (must be nice mr money bags over there).
Perfect for work Would you consider buying a high mileage one I'm thinking about it
@@alexchavez9083 High mileage is okay if its highway miles, and there is a clear history of maintenance. If it runs good, why not :)
bought mine new in 2000 for 13k delivered. still going strong. Best car I have ever owned.
I bought mines new in 2003 and I currently have 184,00 miles on it! My everyday Driver. #toyotaechoforever
Got mine 6 years ago, a 2000 Echo with 64k miles on it. Now it reads 140k miles and still going strong. I drive it to and from work everyday, about 42miles/day. Even in snow.
Very reliable.
The only thing to watch out for is its body roll. Because it sits high, it's center of gravity is not well anchored. Quick turns specially at high speeds to avoid collision is not its strongest attribute. It spun out on me once on the free way and I have started slowing it down ever since. Otherwise you would be driving 80mph and not even notice it. Amazing car for the price overall. Mine has paid back its value and then some just from the $$ saved at the pump.
@@danyyboye My new Mitsubishi Mirage is the new Echo lol.
@@kylemas2005 Hope it'll last as long. I sold mine few months ago for $2000 cash.
Bought it for $6000 at 60kmiles, used it everyday for 7 years and put 80k additional miles on it and still brought me $2k cash. My favorite car thus far. Shame I had to let it go. (Family needs / kids)
@@danyyboye If you were to look under the hood of a Mirage and see how simple it was, you'd be convinced of its reliabilty. Toyota is king of durability, but Mitsubishi isnt that far behind. MirageForum.com is full of owners with 150k plus trouble free miles including both manual and CVT transmissions. The Mirage is slow off the line and a little loud on highways, but bigger thsn you think and comfortable.
We are the proud owners of 2 echoes. We bought a 1 owner echo with 24K miles on it in 2003. I sold my VWbug & was driving up our street when I saw an Echo with a forsale sign on it.
We drove it and then we bought it. Our mechanic also has an Echo. When we bring our 2 in for servicing, there are 3 identical cars in front of the business. We love them!
hey, they are great on gas ! and extremely reliable. I have owned one for about 8 years. it now has 241000 miles, and it keeps going everything works on it, even the ac.
They are great cars!
30MPG?
34 mpg pushing 83-90 mph on 270 mile stretch!!
How is it do you still drive it?
I am the proud owner of a 2003 Toyota Echo. Currently has 128,000 miles on it. People tend to judge this car negatively based on appearances alone. But boy, they don't know what they're missing out on. Echos may not be the prettiest, but they are super-reliable, low maintenance, and they get the job done. I'm convinced that Echos are amongst the most reliable fuel-efficient (43 miles per gallon!) cars ever made. Plus, they have decent storage space to boot. Toyota needs to bring these kinds of cars back on the market (with perhaps a more aesthetically appealing design). Nowadays people are looking for a car that fits into a niche, fuel efficient, cheap, sturdily built, economy car.
I love the echo so much !! I had an accident and sadly it was totaled ! This car had about 400,000 miles on it and ran like new ! Everything this reviewer said is spot on ! I am in process to purchase another echo, best vehicle I've ever had ! This car will get into your blood the longer you drive it ! 40 mpg, handles like a sports car, parks easily unto tight spots , can't even hear the engine at 80-90mph ! I am in process of finding another echo ! Toyota only made these for six years to 2005 ! However , they are not for everybody ! Need I say more ?
Great Car but at 90 mph it’s cheap light design doesn’t keep it quiet. 200k a/c compressor, starter, battery and that’s it!
Yaris 2007-2015 have the same powertrain...
How bad was the accident did it with stand impact good?
Picked mine up for $500 bucks it's a great commuter car. Has 410000km on it. Still runs beautifully.
410 wow ...
great cars with a steel timing chain, highly recommend one
I thought these didn't have timing chains.
@@thingshappen9199 all the 1.5L VVTI engines have a timing chain, just have an accessory belt.
@@North49191 do you still hold the same opinion about the car. I'm looking to buy one.
Bought one after I sold my '93 Tercel I had for 10 years. Mine was the pewter 5 spd. 4 door. Sold it after nearly 500,000 miles. Zero problems/repairs. Maintenance only. Car looked and drove like knew when sold. (Although I did replace the foggy headlight housings with new.)
Many people made fun of the car (I still have no idea why.) but I LOVED it.
Mine is 20 years old and under 100,000 K. One day I plan to make a video about mine. I love it!!!
I own a Toyota Echo 85,500 miles (free from my dad), a Ferrari California, a Porsche 911, a Land Rover Disco II 4.6, a Infiniti QX30, and a SAAB OG9-3. If there was a nuclear or chemical war tomorrow, I would abandon all the other cars and take the Echo with survival gear. It would be my SHTF car.
The Toyota Echo is like the cockroaches of cars. It will live forever because it’s simple, cheap on gas, easy to fix and will run forever. Meanwhile the gas level in fuel gauge of the Ferrari will drop if you just look at it funny.
lol. The cockroach of cars. Love it
@@VehicleHunter Ive bought 4 Echos which I gave to each daughter. I bought them back when they bought their own car. Milages 165k, 296k, 276k and mine 76k. I love them and am so happy to see your videos. When I would take them for oil changes I would probably get a call back very soon making sure I returned their car because the Corolla I loaned them just was not economical enough
Source: trust me bro
Oh my God ur comment makes me wanna keep echo forever... I own a 2003 one just got it for 4300 from dealership...it was love at first sight after I bought versa 2017 which got wrecked into a car accident my dad suggested to buy this echo.. first I was reluctant but as soon as I hit the pedal and rode it ... it was as smooth as a virgin Girl.. Instant love... I was like dad don't get me any other car... I want this only and only I don't care about any other car anymore ..
This car is the only car I want. Cheap to repair and fun to drive!
I’m hoping to buy a used 2001 echo coupe tomorrow, and am kind of in love with this car!!!
Update! I got it and have been driving it a week and I love it so much!!!
@@Byronlegrand6470 Congratulations, Good for you
How much you paid for it?
@@Byronlegrand6470 thats so cool! im getting an 04 this weekend
Toyota by far the best in reliability . Echo. Yaris , scion ? Similar engine configuration ? All great on gas .
agreed. i worked at a toyota dealership for 5 yeas. was a HUGE domestic fan before... until i worked on and drove toyotas everyday. now my chevy feels shitty lol.
I have 2 2003 Echo's now. 1 is a 2 door, the other is a 4 door.
Just picked up the 2 door for $300.00! Easy fix.
Both are running like new.
Reliable and Economical.
The tall ride height is exactly why I love this car. It almost feels like a sub compact CUV.
I'm at 300k miles on my 2002 automatic sedan. 35 mpg city on non-ethanol gas. Oil change every 5k miles. Top off as needed. Love my car.
wow! thats great. have any issues with it? i just bought one
I have a 2002 Echo 2-door automatic. I bought it almost 2 years ago and it has been a very good car. High gas mileage, reliable, rides well, easy to see out of and park. Other than the body roll in corners, I have no major complaints. I don't even have a problem with crosswinds. I plan to get the shocks and struts upgraded, a set of T10 wheels and some new General Tires soon
We just did a fuel economy test with a fill up and odometer check and it worked out to $.08 per kilometer. Can't be beat. Love our Echo.
I've owned 2 of them. Most reliable cars I've ever owned. 40+ mpg. 200,000 plus miles are easy especially with the manual transmission. The only other cars coming close were a couple of old 80's Datsun (Nissan) 210's
I just bought a 2002 Yaris 2 door 1.0 , for the same reasons you said....I sold my 2001 Skoda Octavia LPG Combi due to poor reliability and was fed up with it...it had ac electric windows heated seats and all that jazz...but let me tell you...the Yaris puts a smile on my face...and makes me feel like i paid for the hard work toyota put into making it reliable. Saw some Scotty Kimler videos and decided Toyota is the car to go with....money wise...i could have bought a newer one but hey....i will save up some more and buy a newer Toyota later in 2020. God Bless!
I don't know why, but there is something "special" about the coupe.
if "special" means utter garbage, then yes.
@@styzrr you're garbage. Don't rain on a masterpiece.
Nicholas Ross ur srupid af if u think this is garbage. These things are bullet proof vehicles. Fun to drive on 5 speed manual. Very low cost to maintain, while others spends on endless money pits
@@toyotabrony Lets see how these hold up to 200,000 miles and more.
Hedgehog The Sonic shhhhh it's a toyota
My preferred city driving car. Such a budget-friendly car. I love it!
its better then taking the bus.
So true
Yes indeed
Right
Lol
Hey taking the bus was free and hands free
I'm a Honda guy but I do love whipping the echo around the city.
handbrake on snow goes hard
As someone who used to own a geometro. I now own an echo and it's by far the next best thing. 1 more cylinder so more hp, and better milage.
I have a 2001 model! My first car!
First car.... It will outlast you. It's that reliable.
I was also born on 2001, however mine is having issues in this heat and my mileage has gone down slightly and I need advice on parts to get and which types will help me tackle hills because we are moving soon. Any suggestions?
Ayyee man I have a 2001 and its my first car too! I'm 17 and Im glad my dad and I found the guy who was selling this car
I bought mine for $600usd a couple of years ago, it runs good and get's good gas mileage. I did change the plugs and noticed one of the plugs had oil on it, the check ingine light went off, but then came back on. It looks like it needs a ring job, probably best to just get a crate motor to exchange instead of a rebuild. I really don't know for sure, but I'll probably just drive it.. :)
What is the model of your car, how much fuel does it consume per gallon, and is the gear manual or automatic?
Thank you so much for your in depth review im looking at one next weekend its white and 4 door like yours but automatic with only 93k year 2001 for $1900
Great deal! I would jump on that.
Either they don't know the value of the car or want to get rid of it now. I see some with 200k miles and people asking almost $3000
Own a 2001 Echo currently. 162,000 mi on it. O2 sensor needs looked at and a transmission flush. Other than that nothing but routine maintenance. 40 mpg. I fill it up once every two weeks which costs $18.00 plus some change with current gas prices (compared to my former 1995 Jeep GC which demanded $30.00 plus to keep from getting dehydrated. Loved her too though. RIP.) Echo's are more than worth their weight in gold in reliability, fuel economy, and overall just a joy to own. Was offered $2000.00 for mine a month ago. Turned it down. Love this car.
"No one who is doing well financially drives a Toyota Echo." Internationally famous, classical violinist and millionaire violinist Lindsey Stirling drove a Toyota Echo until the wheels fell off, but sure make sweeping generalizations about people you don't actually know based entirely upon your own notion that everyone has the desire to flaunt their wealth.
I'm a city bus driver making$36 and I love commuting in my Echo. You got both ends of spectrum, people who either don't do well financially or are frugal like me
Bought mine for 1200USD with 90k miles on it. I have 140k on it now with no issues with normal maintenance.
I've seen 2 men nicely dressed driving an ECHO
Nothing wrong with that.
Who cares what people think , live your life.
I really want to get a Toyota echo as a second car for my wife.... it just makes total sense as a city car. The only thing stopping me is safety concerns, but I’d like one very much.
I love my Toyota echo 2003 ❤is the best 💪
This may be odd, but this is my dream car
i bought a 34000km 2002 echo two weeks ago. It's red and in mint condition and i love it
@@ericgenestvideoclips That's great! The red one is rare and for it to have that low mileage is astonishing. It's gonna last you forever
@@bmajorscale Yeah I do like it a lot. Unfortunately, I likely will have to sell it soon, for financial issues. I enjoy while I have it.
@@ericgenestvideoclips Oh no, just enjoy it while you can
it's not odd i have same dream too i told other kid who work with me who into car and he laugh so hard. But I know the meaning this car bring to me.
The Echo and Yaris are great used car bargains. Nowadays nobody wants an econobox, which is why you can get them so cheaply. But if the price of gas goes up dramatically, so will their value--all of a sudden they will become popular
Lol Echo. Cheaply?
@@toyoscio You can find them all day long on Craigslist for under $4K
@@justsumguy2u I would not doubt it.
Reading this in 2022 where inflation is 7 percent and gas is through the roof. Totalled my 2013 Kia Rio and about to go check out a 2003 Echo for $3800
@@SandraWade666 If the miles aren't too high, take it to a mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection (they don't cost much). If he gives it a thumbs up, go for it---I think you'll like it
You are wrong about someone doing well financially drive this car... Tell that to Lindsey Stirling, the violinist entertainer... I don’t think she will ever get rid of her Echo... :) I read her book “The Only Pirate at the Party”...
Dude linsey sterling is an awesome dubstep violinist
It would quickly become a classic if it had a lower ride height because its of the fastest subcompact car that was ever sold if you dont count performance trims.
I've never driven one of these but I've checked out it's stats and it's actually really good for a car of its displacement and class. I'm surprised they can make the power they do, it must be down to power to weight ratio
Had a 1.3 Yaris (European echo basically) and I had 189k on it before I sold it.
I would love to see a Toyota Echo travelling at 120 mph
Only if you drop it from a tall building.
I guess you are one of those people who love hammering in nails with a microscope. The Echo is not designed to go 120. It's a decent city car, a good and faithful friend - not a pimply teenager's bolt bucket with a huge fart can behind. I tried 90 on my 2000 Echo a couple of times, just to see how fast it can go. It did give me 90 but asked not to do that every day because it was made for mature and responsible driving.
@@VehicleHunter why 120mph? go buy a mustang or something like dat
@@jonsmit3819 mine toped out at 100mph
Rihards Kāns mine has lots of pedal left at 100mph 5 speed clutch model
for someone lurking the comments looking for a short answer:
get the echo. i always called it an ugly car but then i tried my friend's echo out and it's honestly one of the best cars i've driven, but that may be because i'm used to driving vehicles with terrible visibility, so being in an echo is like night and day difference.
I get 5.6L per 100km which i think is 50 miles per gallon. with the five speed manual! :)
About to buy one soon for $3700 🙂 it has 100K miles on it.
Echo is not under $2000 in some places, in fact it is more. These cars still keep their value well, better than some larger cars
What places do they cost more than $2000?
That’s hard to believe
Cris Gamez
It's true.ECHO asking price especially 2003 and later models more than $2K
Vehicle Hunter
Autotrader ;]
@Anthony M that might explain why it's above $2000. The echo in DC is usually priced much lower. I've noticed some vehicles on the West coast are really sought after. Id say buy a car here and drive it there, but its going to be full of rust :)
I have one and I love it. My wife calls it my Teletubby car lol!!!
My wife calls it the clown car. I don't care, it rocks, especially with a manual transmission.
Ive always love these cars. Very unique interior. 😊
He seemed totally ignorant of the fact that the Toyota Echo (pre Yaris) was plagued with complex electrical problems. The whole LEFT side of my 2005 Echo had constant issues. My Toyota dealership like to pretend they didn't know about the issue.
You probably had a lemon.
get a miata
Vinnie Victory
2005 did have some issues 2004 was best of redsesigned 2003-2005 years
Loved the 2000 and 2001. Expect to replace the transmission if you have a manual. But never had any problems otherwise.
Nicholas Ross forget the Miata. Echo ain’t got nothin on Miata
great car wish i could find one to buy....
This car is like 2000 lbs, great for ev conversions!
Chips on the front of hood is a good sign that it’s mostly highway miles
Good to know; ours looks identical to his, including hood chips, minus the horrifying staining on the roof liner. ::shudders::
2001 Toyota Echo and they are very good car doesn't make any sense to go around town and have a payment on a new car
Plus all the ladies like echos. Or is it Echoes?
Dryer sheets canned air freshers and a bag of volcanic rocks will get that smell right out
Going to try that! Thanks Berto
I wouldn't even consider a car like that without a manual transmission.
good car , i used 170000 KM .
Yaris 4ever
Same engine and transmission and chassis. Like the paseo, xA, and xB1🙌🏼
How does it handle going uphill? This car was one of my options to purchase but my daily route involves hills..
It's a small engine, so it struggled a bit. But this is a 5 speed, and you can always power up a hill. It also weights very little, a big benefit to this baby.
Power to weight ratio is good as long as its just you in the car. Having passengers really slows this car down.
@@rogerspacebucks450 How so? Same powertrain used in heavier xA and xB
5 speed tons of power!! This motor likes rpm and is bulletproof so rev it up and go!!
I own a 2010 Yaris Hatch, very useful, reliable, economical and they're not gonna build them anymore for the US market. The last few years, they were actually Mazda vehicles made in Mexico, I would not buy one of those anyway.
I got a 2 door today for $600
Had a black 03 2 door. Boring but very reliable. I would appreciate it more as im.older lol
Can you show me how to check the transmission
These things go for like $4,000 now
Just found one on Edmunds for under 4k
Cheaper than Samsung galaxy fold
I used to drive an echo back In 04 as my first car. Oh memories, I was a teenager then. Perfect for someone that age I guess. Now I have a 2008 Lexus IS 250, which would blow the echo out of the water in terms of speed and weight. I also drive a 2018 Toyota Corolla I use for Uber. Overall Toyota and their luxury line Lexus are great cars! Even the old echo.
does the rear seat fold down in the 4 seater?
Please tell me you shampooed and vacuumed out the interior. That’s what I do with any car I buy
Id trade my 2006 KIA Rio for one of those.
You're wrong about it being thrown away : ] Local used car dealer has/had 2 ECHOS (2002 and 2003)a Rav4 (2002)and 4 Runner, (1996) 2002 ECHO sold first, then 2003 . Rav and 4 runner still for sale Lol
It is great for an individual driver, not for a family, though. It is just too small.
Compare the automatic version of it to a corolla, it does not hold much advantage, thus I would prefer a Corolla.
Yeah, I love Toyota Echo
Is this thing supposed to be manual transmission? Cuz mine aint
Some people see it as an abomination lol. You do you. I'm pretty sure the auto transmissions are reliable in these. I've never heard anything bad about them.
I lived in Maryland for 42 years and never made it to Jessup. Nice place to live?
It's a great area. Jessup is not that popular, but its nestled between Baltimore and DC.
I bought one for the coin slot
could a 6 ft 4" person sleep in one of these by removing the passenser seat and rear seats so you could be fully extended from head to toe from the front to the trunk?
Only 1 way to find out...
Yaris coupe
in the UK they are under £500 lol
More like 5k now, seesh
Word is out on the echos, can't get them cheap anymore.
That can be said of any car that wears the Toyota Scion or Lexus badge.
Ah I love these things, but I'm currently looking for something a little more luxurious; I'm moving up to power windows and an aux input.
Thats quite a luxury upgrade
Two Paseos? Da boi got taste 👍
(Edit) The Echo coupe is technically the successor to the Paseo
It could turn out to be a cool sleeper with mods under the hood and suspension upgrades
Under 2k back then.
The good old days. These things certainly have risen in price. The secret is out.
They want 4-5K for these on Cargurus. They're crazy. You can get a nice loaded BMW for just a little more.
Yea buy the BMW and then one thing goes wrong and you'll be spending thousands to fix it
@@leogoku13
Like what?
@@MrJohnnyDistortion oh Idk. Electronic part for windows. Motors for 2 windows. Cat converters. Oil leaks. Transmission. Suspension. Anything on BMW will cost way more. Headlights. Computers. Exhausts. Etc. Etc
BMW = expensive maintenance money pit. that's why they are cheap on the used car market.
these are little more than glorified golf carts but they are reliable
Yeah, I really like it, I love it
Only con for the coupe may be if someone parks close to you.
How so?
Vehicle Hunter
Need room to be able to open door wide enough to get in or out.
@@VehicleHunter alsi there's no door stop. You open the door and it swings all of the way out
Do their reliability go down as they age? Will appreciate comments as I plan to buy one with high mileage
nope its a toyota, they are so reliable
Hussein Najee
They are one of the easier cars to maintain, especially ones with no power options.
I have a 2001 Echo.
oddly optioned, 2 door maunal with power steering and ac, i have 4 door manual with no other options, all aftermarket
I have a Suzuki aerio and it’s like this Toyota there about the same size and thy have a 2 door a 4 door and a hatchback model so
Coupe exclusive to US
The coupe's were sold in Canada too
@@acadianfever True, they were, up until 2003
i punched holes in the exhaust and it doesnt sound that bad
Auto wasn't bad at all
I owned two Tercels. Garbage cars. Toyota should be ashamed to put the TOYOTA nameplate on them. Ya, know why they don't make them anymore??? Mine had problems with the brakes, fuel pumps, water pumps, exhaust. Rusted out shock towers. Total sh*t vehicles. One had a leaky gas tank. Sure, they were cheap. $3000 brand new. Not up to their standards; discontinued. DUH
Should've done your research before buying a Turdcel.
You can't smell it in the video ha
Great car
Good car, however I'll still stick with my Corolla.
No way... This beats the Corolla all day everyday.
Jo Jo wrong. Both echo and corolla are a tie
Me gustaría uno pero que este en buenas condiciones.
son carros de calidad. ya no hacen carros asi...
whats the code... those echos have a tendency to eat cats/catalytic converter/ it might not be the rear O2
I long sold this car. But it was the exhaust sensor. The exhaust was broken. After fixing it was fine.
@@VehicleHunter my man there is no exhaust sensor, there are two o2 sensors one befor the cat and one after the cat. did you scan live data from the thing ... you can connect 10USD bluetooth OBDII scanner to your phone... anyhow all good im happy for you
@@VehicleHunter ECHO is still wanted by many used car shoppers.
Yes. Higher mileage & lack of oil changes tend to burn oil because clogged oil rings.
I currently have a check engine light w/P0420 . I need to replace my cat at 250,000 miles. I will replace cat and motor on.
I just subbed!
Thanks man!
Np
Great car but i cant find one at this price.
Because in many places it is still high in demand