DecodedCars2005 Toyota Echo
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Hatch FWD /Ce, 4dr Hatch FWD /Le/RS, 4dr Sedan FWD
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 33 combined · 30 city / 38 hwy
- Length
- 148–163.4 in
- Curb weight
- 2,046–2,150 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 42% better than the average 2005 compact car (23.3 MPG).
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Toyota Echo is a compact car offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 148 inches long and 65 inches wide on a 93-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,116 lb (2dr Hatch FWD /Ce).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 33 MPG combined (30 city / 38 highway), 42% better than the 2005 compact car average of 23.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Hatch FWD /Ce | 148 in | 65.4 in | 59.1 in | 93.3 in | 56.3 / 55.1 in | 2,116 lb | 60/40 |
| 4dr Hatch FWD /Le/RS | 148 in | 65.4 in | 59.1 in | 93.3 in | 56.3 / 55.5 in | 2,150 lb | 60/40 |
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 163.4 in | 65.4 in | 59.1 in | 93.3 in | 57.1 / 56.3 in | 2,046 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Echo | 1.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | +42% | $2,050 | 269 |
| Echo | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 36 / 31 | +33% | $2,150 | 287 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Toyota Echo under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Toyota Echo (this car) | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 35 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Dodge Neon/SRT-4/SX 2.0 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota Echo.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Toyota Echo is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Toyota Echo in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 Toyota Echo buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Toyota Echo. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →