2005 Toyota ECHO Consumer Discussions

Toyota Echo

• Re: years [kneisl1]

  Written by: nippononly on Dec 29, 2010 10:39:36 PM

  To that we should add that after 2003, Echo was an order-only model (no standing stock on dealer lots) so sales plunged dramatically to very low levels. Also, production of the '05s ended very early and Yaris didn't arrive until mid-2006 as a 2007 model, so for about 18 months (from about January 2005 on until summer 2006) there was effectively no model below the Corolla at the Toyota store....

Toyota Echo Audio Questions

• Re: radio [desi_dude]

  Written by: thegreyone on Mar 12, 2011 4:19:37 PM

  The OEM Toyota Radio has awesome sound. (The original in the 2000 Echo wasn't working when we bought it second hand. The one the auto recycler gave me turned out to be from a newer Celica (2005???). Anyway, it's in, works great and we never have had a battery drain problem.

Toyota Echo Maintenance and Repair

• Radio Not Working 2000 ECHO...

  Written by: thegreyone on Oct 20, 2009 6:18:28 PM

  Before pulling the radio out, try unseating and then reinserting the plugs on the back of the radio. I think you can get to it from the bottom OR, I've noticed the piece of plastic that forms the part of the dash coming out from the speedometer also easily pops up... maybe you can reach down from there to try the plugins. Getting the radio out was surprisingly easy. :) Not ... Read More

• Slipping Clutch??

  Written by: gmg016 on Apr 8, 2008 5:18:12 PM

  I own a 2005 Toyota Echo RS Hatchback with 53000km on it. purchased new and very satisfied with its fun value and practicality. After a recent service the dealer advised me that the clutch is slipping, particularly when passing at highway speeds, and that I should replace the clutch cover, clutch disc and release bearing. They had previously said the same thing at 35000km. I can't say that I have noticed ... Read More

Toyota Echo Care and Maintenance

• Echo service manuals

  Written by: phizel on Aug 29, 2006 5:56:05 AM

  I've just purchased a 1995-2005 Echo service manual on a CD in pdf format that covers just about everything. I got this from a seller in Australia for 7 dollars on e-Bay. The CD has the Toyota logo and is copywrited by Toyota Japan so it's either an original or an excellent pirate copy. It covers all the mechanical and electrical components of the car and includes component drawings and might ... Read More

Toyota Echo

• Re: ECHO uh oh [lynnann1]

  Written by: bpaigo on Jan 19, 2007 7:54:25 AM

  Hello, i am 18 and I have an 02 toyota echo, and its green. Over the summer I let my mother use the car to go to work for about a month, untill my parents found another car. Well one day she was driving along and at an intersection she was t-boned in the drivers side by a 2005 dodge caravan. Put her in a 360. She was ok. the car ... Read More

Toyota Echo Maintenance and Repair

• Brakes, Rotors, Pads

  Written by: keon14 on Feb 23, 2007 12:20:33 PM

  In April of 2005 I had to replace Front Rotors on my 2002 Echo at 29,000km at a cost of $112 labor and $110 Parts They were rusted out and could not be machined. I contacted Toyota Canada and after review they sent me a $200 voucher. I now have a 2005 Echo that required front pads, shims, machining of rotors(caught in time), and caliper servicing at 19,360 km (16 months) ... Read More

Sedans: My Best Choice for Fuel Economy?

• Re: want a manual? [nippononly]

  Written by: midnightcowboy on Jan 27, 2006 6:37:48 AM

  Nippononly, Echo LOL. I never considered a Echo, even the new restyled ones still look funky. There are all sorts of issues from handling, to display layout, etc ; there is a reason why Toyota is dropping the Echo. A good Toyota choice would be the 5-speed Corolla CE or the snazzy looking S model. Another choice would be the 5-speed Scion xA or xB. I liked the 2005 Honda Civic ... Read More

Toyota Echo

• Re: AF, Sparkplug [kneisl1]

  Written by: arbyecho on Jan 4, 2006 9:16:41 PM

  Thanks very much for the answer. Unfortunately the 2005 air filter box has 2 electrical clips , the air intake hose , and it appears that you must take all this stuff off as well as the intake hose . the box has 2 clips and a rear hinge. I think the 1.5 in my 2005 is a little different than the 2001. The other thing is that a standard 5/8 ... Read More

• 2005 toyota echo air filter

  Written by: arbyecho on Jan 3, 2006 8:54:57 PM

  I am a new owner of an Echo(2005), but not a stranger to Toyotas. Can anyone tell me the best way to replace the engine air filter? I would also like to know if there is a specific socket for the spark plugs......thanks.

Sedans: My Best Choice for Fuel Economy?

• Re: mudlump [bottgers]

  Written by: mudlump on Sep 30, 2005 8:33:16 AM

  I agree with you. I love Toyotas, I have a 2005 Sienna and had a 2002 before this one. I only traded my up on my 2002 because I had it for 3 years in Germany running 100 mph consistently and had 65,000 miles on it. (NO problems by the way, routine maintenance only) I wanted a new one to keep forever and I got a really good deal. I had ... Read More

Toyota Echo

• Re: ECHO is gone..... [reba05]

  Written by: backy on Aug 1, 2005 12:46:11 PM

  Check here for info on the next-gen ECHO, or Yaris, or whatever it will be called in the U.S.: sniffles, "2006 Toyota Echo" #57, 8 May 2005 10:32 am

• Re: Whats in The Future For ECHO? [kneisl1]

  Written by: rossm2 on May 2, 2005 8:29:32 AM

  You might wish to read this thread: lexi4life, "2006 Toyota Echo" #55, 30 Apr 2005 10:39 pm. There is also a strong suggestion that Honda will be introducing their highly successful Fit/Jazz, probably early in 2006. Ross

Toyota Echo Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Possible Recall - Rusty Floorboards? [equis]

  Written by: rossm2 on May 7, 2005 6:27:37 PM

  This may help. As far as I know, no vehicles have actually experienced rusting through, even in the high salt environments of Eastern Canada. It seems to be reventative only. "CORROSION PROTECTION ENHANCEMENT ECHO CPE PROGRAM March 2005 Dear Toyota Owner: Thank you for driving an Echo. At Toyota, we are dedicated to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. As part of our continuous effort to provide superior customer satisfaction, ... Read More

Low End Sedans (under $16k)

• echo

  Written by: muffin_man on Apr 18, 2005 8:22:05 PM

  The amount of money you will save in gas between the Aveo and the Echo amounts to about $150 a year (assuming $2.50/gallon, and 15,000 miles a year). Depending how much you paid for the Echo, it may never make a difference. That said, the Echo is reportedly much faster, and is a Toyota. However, I am willing to bet that the $8500 I paid for my 2004 Aveo Base (2005 ... Read More

Toyota Echo

• echo attitudes

  Written by: bryanw on Mar 29, 2005 1:06:45 PM

  I've had my 2005 echo for 6 weeks now and am sure it was the right choice. It's interesting the weird comments I have received from friends and co-workers about this car. Many consider it to be a piece of junk or ridiculously small. Some have wondered why I didn't spend more and get something better like a Ford or GM that is heavily discounted with incentives. Then there are those ... Read More

Toyota Echo Owners: Meet the Members

• 2005 Echo-first Toyota

  Written by: bryanw on Feb 20, 2005 4:35:24 AM

  I picked up my 2005 Echo four door automatic last week. It's a big change for me. First new car and first import. I have usually bought cheap used cars and kept fixing them until the junkyard beckons. I wanted something eonomical, reliable and simple to maintain that didn't leave fluids all over the driveway. More to talk about at a later date. thanks Bryan

Toyota Echo

• Future Of Echo

  Written by: kneisl1 on Jan 17, 2005 12:59:22 PM

  Its availible for 2005, however I couldnt buy one at either of my local NJ toyota dealers who also sell the Scion. Whether or not it will continue to be availible in 2006 is a good question. I think were lucky it wasnt discontinued in 2005.

Low End Sedans (under $16k)

• SCION XA v. TOYOTA ECHO

  Written by: sawyerml on Sep 13, 2004 12:10:46 PM

  Greetings, I am currently looking to buy an 2005 ECHO or XA- but I am torn! I am looking for owners' pearls of wisdom, likes, dislikes, pleasant surprises and disappointments with both cars. I just read a set of posts (made in 2003) comparing the XA tot he ECHO, but I would like to start a more current discussion. Anything you can comment on is greatly appreciated. The ECHO seems sensible, ... Read More

Toyota Echo

• 2005 ECHO

  Written by: kneisl1 on May 21, 2004 3:07:52 PM

  Good news! Haed to understand why Toyota keeps both the Scion and the ECHO but Im not complaining. I dont want a car with options I dont want and the ECHO weighs less so its faster and gets better mileage.   I did a cost analysis between buying a used ECHO and a new Focus. I was leaning toward the Focus for my wife, but when you look at the comparison, the ... Read More

• 2005 ECHO

  Written by: coolguyky7 on May 21, 2004 1:31:20 PM

  Toyota today announced the 2005 ECHO. It's a carryover from 2004. This is its sixth year in the current style. Will 2006 see a redesign or termination?

• email Toyota to encourage them to bring the Echo hatchback to the U.S.

  Written by: bpratico on Apr 30, 2004 6:19:04 AM

  I called Toyota U.S.A. to ask them to bring the Echo hatchback to the U.S. for 2005. They thanked me and asked me to send an email via the Toyota web site - which I did. I encourage everyone that wants to see the Echo hatchback come to the U.S. to do likewise. Email link is under: Search/Help - FAQs - Email Toyota.