2002 Toyota Echo Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Owners Choice infoOutline
2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
32 -34 City / 38 -41 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
108
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Karen S
It is perfect for short city driving trips to and from work.
I love the size and color. I like that I can see out the back window. I don't like the older radio/cd/tape deck and wish it was able to hook up to my phone.
accountCircle chad
Very comforable
I love my car, I just wish so much it came with intermittent wipes, cruise control, and power windows and locks. The ride is unbelievable for a small car but I would be terrified to be in a serious accident, seems like very light body. Bought used and never ran right, low power and engine light came on soon after, finding out now it almost for sure has computer problem, I would love to see how it runs when running properly. That's the main complaint with my car but of course that can happen with any car but this is my first car this has happened to so it is annoying. If it was not for these things this car would be one of the most reliable and nice driving small cars around, that is for an older low cost car.
accountCircle Karla L
My little echo can do it!
Honestly the only downside it's small but so economic. Saves you a lot of gas. My car is old but still is hanging there out of all the other cars. Many glove department and a 6'4 man can fit. It's not good for snow at all. Its spacious. Also has a new radio on it where I can AUX or CD.
accountCircle JERRY S
I have got as high as 42 miles per gallon, average about 34 miles per gallon.
Reliable, great gas mileage. Comfort. Lots of power for a small car. Easy to find a parking spot. Only dislike is that the seat is to small.
accountCircle Rachel W
Extremely inexpensive to buy used (less than $2000.00), great gas mileage, low maintenance!
I absolutely love the gas mileage these little cars get. My family has had a total of 5 Toyota Echos. I average 34 mpg +. I dislike how cramped it can be for 5 adults to ride in it.
accountCircle Linda McMullen
Trying to determine selling price. It is not running right now would need undetermined engine work but possibly just a battery
My daughter bought one brand new in 2002. I loved the way it drove so I bought a new one in 2005. Never had any major problems on either one. Mine just turned over 155,555 miles and hers probably around 150,000. It has been sitting in the yard for about 1 1/2 yrs. All it needed was a battery at the time she quit driving it. But I know sitting does it no good. Have 3 people interested in buying it. Don’t know how much to ask. Can anyone give us an idea? It is light blue , 4 door , automatic. Thank you!
accountCircle Peter B
The car has two doors it's almost a midsize but compact and roomy inside the car.
I like my vehicle because it's reliable and made with good material product and it is easy to get in and out of the vehicle.
accountCircle William T
Great driving and 5-speed stick shift makes it fun to drive.
I can get 40 mpg. The car has great handling and a small turning radius. The only problem is that the springs that hold the trunk door up are not too strong.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sydney B
The most important thing to know is the gas mileage.
I like the fact that it is shippable. I do not like the general size of the car. I also dislike the way my car looks.
accountCircle Ariel P
This Echo shouldn't be overheard
I bought it used. The driver seat was broken. The car doesn't tell time. The display of the meters and gas is awkward. Rolling the windows is annoying and should have stayed in the 90s. Great on gas and can be quick when needed. The trunk is spacious. The body color should not ever be an option. (Baby blue)
accountCircle Karla L
It drives smooths. It will get around all of Florida's crazy drivers.
It does its job. Not the best looking car or space but it takes me anywhere. Its small barely any leg space. I got babies they barely fit. But like I said it takes me anywhere.
accountCircle Natasha D
The most important thing about my car is that it has good gas mileage.
I like that it is low maintenance. I also like that it has decent gas mileage. I wish it had more storage capacity.
accountCircle Mitzi Hylton A
Great gas mileage. Just jeeps running.
I have no problem runs great has a lot of miles. No problems at all. I carry my kayaks on top of my car. I have carried Christmas trees on my car. One time my daughter brought home a couch on the trunk.We also carry hay for the cows on the trunk. Love it.
accountCircle Cricket E
It's only good if you live in the city because it's great on gas. If you drive a lot to get to places and don't need a lot of space it's a great car.
My vehicle is great on gas. It's very small. It doesn't handle bad weather very well. It's hard to drive it up to where we live because it doesn't do well going up hills and we live in the mountains. But for the most part it's been a reliable car.

Toyota Echo Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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2dr Cpe Manual
108 HP 38-38 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Sdn Manual
108 HP 38-38 MPG 5 Seats
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2dr Cpe Auto
108 HP 35-35 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Sdn Auto
108 HP 35-35 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Toyota Echo Owner Reviews

4.29
28 Reviews
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5 stars 57%
4 stars 21%
3 stars 14%
2 stars 7%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Andrea G on March 4, 2021
Little compact and cute as can be
Great gas mileage also a little small on the interior great car for a couple and great for traveling thank you
accountCircle Karla L on December 26, 2020
My little echo can do it!
Honestly the only downside it's small but so economic. Saves you a lot of gas. My car is old but still is hanging there out of all the other cars. Many glove department and a 6'4 man can fit. It's not good for snow at all. Its spacious. Also has a new radio on it where I can AUX or CD.
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Ranks #4 Small Cars by Owners

The 2002 Toyota Echo has an average owner rating of 4.29 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 24 other Small Cars.

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2002 Mitsubishi Mirage
5
2
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2002 Volkswagen GTI
4.8
3
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2002 Subaru Impreza
4.41
4
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2002 Toyota Echo
4.29

Ranks #1 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Toyota Echo has a combined MPG of 41 which ranks it #1 of 24 other Small Cars.

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2002 Toyota Echo
41 MPG
2
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2002 Honda Civic
40 MPG
3
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2002 Toyota Corolla
39 MPG

Is The 2002 Toyota Echo A Good Car?

Yes, it has great gas mileage. The a/c works perfectly and it’s compact. It’s a great family vehicle.
Annette C.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Toyota Echo?

It is a very reliable vehicle. My echo has never let me down! I have never had any problems with my Echo and it is very easy to work on.
Ashley R.

Is The 2002 Toyota Echo A Good Value?

I bought it for $1500 and it was an excellent value for a first time car. It was cheap and affordable.
Gary R.

Safety & Reliability

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