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| Submission declined on 10 April 2024 by DoubleGrazing (talk). Thank you for your submission, but the subject of this article already exists in Wikipedia. You can find it and improve it at Toyota_Vitz#XP10 instead. | |
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Comment: Please expand upon the Toyota_Vitz#XP10 article instead, Qcne (talk) 21:05, 30 April 2024 (UTC)
- Comment: I highly suggest creating inline citations. It will speed up the review process. For information on how to add inline citations, see WP:INCITE. Shadow311 (talk) 22:42, 24 April 2024 (UTC)
- Comment: I doubt this needs a standalone article, as it is quite extensively covered in the Vitz article, along with the later generations. DoubleGrazing (talk) 15:46, 10 April 2024 (UTC)
The Toyota Echo, (known as the Vitz in Japan until 2020) was a straightforward and well-designed vehicle powered by a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. It was available with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. Standard features included air conditioning, while the windows and door locks were manual
History edit
In the late 1990s, the Toyota Echo was designed to appeal to European consumers. It was also introduced in Canada as the Echo Hatchback, essentially the Canadian version of the Yaris, its Japanese counterpart. The Vitz, as it’s known in Japan, also received accolades in the Land of the Rising Sun
Place of manufacture edit
The first generation of the Toyota Echo was born in Japan, specifically in Takaoka. It was in this city that the car was meticulously and carefully assembled. This production plant played a crucial role in creating this compact model.
Engine specifications edit
The engine of the Toyota Echo is designated by the code 1NZ-FE. It is a four-cylinder inline gasoline engine with a displacement of 1497 cm³, producing 108 horsepower at 6000 rpm and a torque of 145 Nm 1. This engine features a lightweight aluminum block, an aluminum cylinder head with dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), and four valves per cylinder (16 in total). It also includes an electronic fuel injection system, VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence) on the intake side, ETCS-i (Electronic Throttle Control System-intelligent), and a DIS-4 ignition system with an individual ignition coil for each spark plug 1. The 1NZ-FE engine has undergone some changes over time due to emissions regulations, including modifications to piston shape, exhaust manifold, and catalytic converter construction. Its maximum horsepower output is 110 PS (81 kW; 109 HP) at 6000 rpm, and peak torque is 143 Nm (14.6 kg·m; 105.6 ft·lb) at 4000 rpm 1. The Toyota 1NZ-FE engine is part of the NZ-family and has been in production since 1999
Transmissions edit
Automatic Transmission: The automatic version of the Toyota Echo was equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission.
Manual Transmission: The manual version had a 5-speed manual transmission.
Fuel Consumption for Toyota Echo: The fuel consumption of the Toyota Echo varies based on the transmission type (automatic or manual) and driving conditions:
- Automatic (City): Approximately 7.1 liters per 100 kilometers.
- Automatic (Highway): Approximately 5.5 liters per 100 kilometers.
- Manual (City): Approximately 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers.
- Manual (Highway): Approximately 5.2 liters per 100 kilometers
First generation edit
The Toyota Echo, launched in 1999, aimed to attract young buyers to Toyota’s legendary reliability. This compact, straightforward, and well-designed sedan was powered by a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. The first generation of the Toyota Echo was designated by the code 1NZ-FE. It produced 108 horsepower at 6000 rpm and offered a torque of 145 Nm. This gasoline engine was renowned for its reliability and fuel efficiency.
Transmission: Buyers could choose between a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
Features: Standard features included air conditioning, while windows and door locks were manual.
Exclusive Versions:
- Canada: The North American market received an exclusive two-door coupe version of the Toyota Echo.
- Europe: The Echo hatchback, also known as the first generation of the Toyota Yaris, was named European Car of the Year in 2004
Discontinuation edit
Consumer References in Quebec: Quebecois consumers have different consumption habits compared to the rest of North America. Due to higher gasoline prices and heavier taxes, the Toyota Echo was popular in Quebec for this reason.
Declining Sales: In the mid-2000s, sales of the Toyota Echo were on the decline. Faced with this situation, Toyota made the decision to withdraw it from the market in 2005.
Replacement by the Yaris: The Toyota Echo was replaced by the Toyota Yaris, another compact car that achieved great success. The Yaris continued to meet consumers’ needs in terms of economy and reliability.
References edit
https://www.toyotanation.com/threads/echo-transmission-swap-upgrade.192471/https://www.autohebdo.net/recherche/toyota/echo/2004/https://www.guideautoweb.com/articles/1668/toyota-echo-la-voiture-des-quebecois/https://www.ultimatespecs.com/fr/car-specs/Toyota/27864/Toyota-Echo-Echo.htmlhttps://www.auto123.com/fr/vehicules-neufs/caracteristiques/toyota/echo/2005/base/base/https://partsavatar.ca/fr/toyota-echo-transmission-componentshttps://www.kijijiautos.ca/fr/voitures/toyota/echo/