MR2
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Toyota MR2 – W301999–2007
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | October 1999 – July 2007 |
| Model years | 2000–2005 (North America) |
| Body styles | 2-door convertible |
| Engines | 1,794 cm³ 1ZZ-FE VVT-i I4 (ZZW30) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual 6-speed manual (Europe) 5-speed SMT 6-speed SMT |
| Wheelbase | 2,451 mm |
| Length | 3,886 mm |
| Width | 1,694 mm |
| Height | 1,240 mm |
| Kerb weight | 996 kg |
| Designer | Naoki Nagatsu |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2005 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2003–2005 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2005 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km | 8.1–8.7 L/100 km |
| 2003–2005 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 9.0–9.4 L/100 km | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km |
| 2000 | 1.8 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Two-seater |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2005 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission types | Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 9 |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 57 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 1,303 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2007 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2000–2006, 2010, 2013–2015, 2019 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and drivetrain | 22 | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Engine and cooling | 15 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Brakes | 10 | 2002, 2003 |
| Speed control and cruise | 9 | 2002, 2003 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 2002, 2003 |
| Latches and locks | 5 | 2002, 2003 |
| Airbags | 4 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Tyres | 4 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Body and structure | 3 | 2002, 2003 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2002 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2005: 74 complaints, 9 with a crash and 1 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.