2005
Toyota ECHO

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$10,455
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  • 2dr Cpe Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $10,455
    35 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $10,985
    35 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $11,255
    33 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $11,785
    33 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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2005 Toyota ECHO

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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Toyota ECHO base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
3/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.6
Value 4.8
Exterior 3.9
Reliability 4.9

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  • By Kevin leet sr. from Hampden maine
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2021

    It's been a great car

    I bought this car for$600 and put$600 into it a year and half ago and still going put 12,000 miles on it. But right now I'm tracking down a EVAP leak and I think a speed sensor or egr system but one thing about this car I love is the parts r wicked cheap
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Curmudgeon from Canada
    Owns this car
    August 22, 2020

    Such a great car I bought another in 2020

    394k on my 1st one. Love the seats; I don't have to pry myself out of it. Test drove new cars but as luck would have it, I found another 2005 Echo with low mileage locally. I'll trade bells & whistles for proven reliability.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By devon wilmshurst from THORNLIE western australia
    Owns this car
    July 22, 2020

    most reliable car i have owned

    great little car cheap to run has plenty of leg room interesting dash had to put a new clutch in at 110000 but thats all we have had done apart from the normal servicing.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By hardtimes from DOUGLAS Ga.
    Used to own this car
    September 14, 2017

    327 gmchev or olds

    great RIDE GAS MILAGE INCREDABLE PLENTY OF ROOM EASY TO MANUVER PRICE WAS GOOD AND GAVE ALL AROUND PERFORMANCE UNTIL IT WAS TOTTLED
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By theharryx
    Owns this car
    May 20, 2017

    best car

    for the price you can't complain my 2005 automatic has been running great only doing the brakes was the major cost, which wasn't even much considering i did them myself. 9/10 car would recommend for beginners and commuters
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Michael'a wife from Ajax ontario.
    Owns this car
    June 16, 2016

    Looks like the hood is deformed

    Apart front weird design I am impressed by the fuel economy and reliability of the echo. Nice Lil car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Marc from Ottawa, ON
    Owns this car
    August 15, 2013

    Great ugly economy car

    I bought my 2005 Echo (manual) in 2007. Not as attractive as my old Tercel, but is just as reliable and easy on gas. Easy to drive & manoeuvre. Quiet on the highway. A bit more attention needed when driving on the highway in strong wind gusts. I don't know why some people complain about the centre console; it didn't take me anytime to get used to it. It takes no longer to look at a centre console than looking at one behind the steering wheel, people. It's still one shift of the eyes. People will complain about the silliest things. Apparently it has better gas mileage than the Yaris. I think I'll keep my Echo for awhile longer. I'll hate to see the day when I will have to trade it in for a newer vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lucy the 2000 Echo from Central Maine
    Owns this car
    June 11, 2011

    Most Reliable Car I've Owned - really!

    I was looking for a reliable car that got good mileage, at an affordable price, and I found it. She's cute, I love the high seating, and the instrument panel doesn't glare at me. (So there!) No other car has lasted nearly this long: at 180K miles, she's still going strong. Minimal repairs in the eight years I've had her. So she doesn't handle as well as some: I recognized that when I test-drove it. I take that into consideration when I drive. She suits me well; I'm quite pleased.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Full-time RVer from Austin, TX
    Owns this car
    October 2, 2010

    Perfect car to tow behind my motorhome

    I bought my 2005 ECHO coupe with manual transmission in 2007 specifically because it can be towed without any modifications. It is perfect for towing by my mini motorhome. I don't see its exterior styling or interior design as problematic. True, the console placement was "different" and I had to get used to it, but how difficult is that?
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Claus from Canada
    Owns this car
    October 19, 2009

    Good litle ECO car

    If you can find the hatch back! Truly a great little car. The interior is unconventional, but on a design point of view remarkable.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Robert M. from San Juan, PR
    Owns this car
    August 23, 2008

    Reliable little ugly thing...

    I bought a 2005 Toyota Echo a month ago. Let's face it... this car is not what you might consider a headturner. Not by a long shot. Even my 1998 Ford Expedition receives more admiring looks than the Echo but with gas prices well over the $3.25 a gallon the Echo is the best choice for everyday conmmuting specially around congested city streets. Aside for slight body blemishes the car is comfortable, AC is good, starts everytime without hesitation and will run all week on a $30 - $35 tank. Compare that to the $90 - $120 the Expedition was consuming every week. Definetly, I'm keeping this little ugly car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2005 Toyota ECHO?

The 2005 Toyota ECHO is available in 1 trim level:

  • (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Toyota ECHO?

The 2005 Toyota ECHO offers up to 35 MPG in city driving and 42 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2005 Toyota ECHO reliable?

The 2005 Toyota ECHO has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Toyota ECHO owners.

Is the 2005 Toyota ECHO a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Toyota ECHO. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 3.9
  • Reliability: 4.9
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