Base price: 2-door, $10,590; 4-door, $11,180
Vehicle type: front-engine, front-drive; 2- or 4-door 5-passenger sedan
Interior volume, F/R/cargo (cu ft) 49–50/39/14
Wheelbase 93.3 in
Length/width/height 164.6/65.4/57.4 in
Turning circle 32.8 ft
Curb weight 2000–2100 lb
EPA city/hwy mpg 31–34/38–41
Fuel-tank capacity/range 11.9 gal/369–405 mi
Passive restraints driver and passenger front and side (opt) airbags
POWERTRAIN
1.5-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-in-line, 108 hp; 5-sp man, 4-sp auto
SUSPENSION
F ind, struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
R ind, integral trailing arms, coil springs
BRAKES
F/R vented disc/drum
ABS optional
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TOYOTA ECHO
Toyota’s subcompact Echo continues to provide excellent fuel economy, high utility, and a low base price, but there are some significant changes for 2003. The car’s overall length has been increased by 1.6 inches, divided equally between front and rear. Exterior alterations include new front and rear bumpers, grille, headlamps, taillamps, and trunklid, and optional 15-inch wheels. A new optional Appearance package adds fender flares and a rear spoiler, and another new package includes power windows and door locks. Fog lamps are a stand-alone option beginning in January. Inside, the 2003 Echo gets new fabric colors and patterns, and an optional Chrome package is available to further brighten the look. The Echo’s handling is only adequate, but acceleration is decent. Go easy on the options, though: At $14,000 or so, the Echo quickly loses its economy-car status.
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