Saturday, August 29, 2015

Toyota Echo - Generation 1 (2000-2002)

TOYOTA ECHO (2000-2002)

Launched in 2000 together with the Echo Verso and the RAV4, the Echo was imported from Japan and carried a high price premium than the Corolla. Despite this vehicle being discontinued in 2002, the successor was introduced years later under the Yaris moniker.







OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.3
Years AvailableJune 2000-2002
ENGINE SPECS
Engine2NZ-FE 1.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower85hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque122Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemVVT-i
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length3,615mm
Width1,660mm
Height1,500mm
Wheelbase2,370mm
Curb Weight885kg (MT), 900kg (AT)
Body Style5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam
Front BrakesVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrum
Tires175/65 R14
Wheels14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags0
Anti-Lock BrakesNone
Traction/Stability ControlNone
Other Safety FeaturesNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNone
Other Exterior FeaturesBlack Radiator Grille, Color Coded Bumper and Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManual
Seating MaterialFabric
Other Interior FeaturesCenter Placed Meters and Speedometer, Day and Night Mirror, Digital Clock, Double Glove Box, Coat Hook
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD
Speakers4
Steering Wheel ControlsNone
AlarmNone
Keyless EntryNone
NOTES
RIVALSNissan Verita