The 2001 Toyota Echo was the second model entry for the entry-level car that Toyota launched in 2000 to considerably expand its younger customer base. Positioned a notch below the Corolla, the 2001 Echo had good gas mileage and a roomy interior but never quite caught on, mainly because of its uninspired design and poor driving experience. The Echo only lasted for four more years, with Toyota pulling the plug in 2005. The 2001 Echo is available as a coupe and sedan.
Engine, Transmission and Fuel Economy
The 2001 Toyota Echo has a 1.5-liter, 108-horsepower, 4-cylinder engine with 105 pounds-feet of torque. Although a five-speed manual overdrive is the standard transmission, a four-speed automatic overdrive is available as an option. With a gas tank capacity of 12 gallons, the 2001 Echo's gas mileage averages 31 to 34 miles per gallon for city driving and 38 to 41 mpg for highway driving.
Safety
Apart from the customary seat belts in addition to the driver and passenger airbags, the 2001 Toyota Echo has a paucity of safety features. The sedan version, though, has child safety door locks.
Interior
The 2001 Toyota Echo was designed to seat up to five passengers. Air conditioning, tilt steering and stereo system are standard interior features of the vehicle. Not made available are several features that include power windows, cruise control and sunroofs. The interior upholstery comes in one of two colors: Shadow Gray and Warm Gray.
Exterior
Fitted with 14-inch steel wheels, the 2001 Toyota Echo, just like its interior, is practically bare in terms of exterior attributes. Beyond the windshield wipers, rear defogger, and head, tail and corner lamps, there is an absence of optional features such as fog lamps, automatic headlamps and power side mirrors. There are nine exterior colors: Absolutely Red, Alpine Silver Metallic, Black Sand Pearl, Brilliant Blue Pearl, Electric Green, Polar White, Satin Gold Metallic, Seafoam Blue Metallic and Super White.
Price
The coupe version of the 2001 Toyota Echo is less expensive than the sedan. At the time of its release, the 2001 Echo coupe had a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $9,995. For the sedan, it was $10,525. As of 2010, you can purchase the coupe in the $4,700 to $5,000 range and the sedan in the $4,900 to $5,300 range.
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