Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Coupe Cabrio
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
The Toyota MR2 was a coupe-cabriolet that offered seating for two.
An upgraded version of the third generation released in 2000 was unveiled in 2002.
Besides both exterior and interior styling updates, the refreshed version offered more driving pleasure and improved safety.
Aesthetically, the headlamps and the taillights were restyled: the dual-bulb headlamps gave the Toyota MR2 a sportier appearance, while the rear lamps now featured red lenses.
At the front, the MR2 got a new trapezium-shaped bumper that incorporated the more aggressive radiator grille. The side air intakes were refreshed and painted in body color.
At the rear, the MR2 featured a new big-bore exhaust tailpipe and larger 16-inch alloys to enhance stability at the rear.
Inside, the revised interior featured added chrome details, while the layout of the instrument panel and the heater controls were redesigned. New seats were installed for better support.
The available transmissions were now 6-speed manual and 6-speed SMT (Sequential Manual Transmission).
The MR2 equipped with the SMT featured standard Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, and Brake Assist.
Under the hood, the Toyota MR2 had a 1.8-liter engine that developed 138 hp. While it was not the fastest car on the road, it sure offered a great experience, together with the superb handling.
In 2005, Toyota had to discontinue the MR2 due to the low sales figures.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8 VVT-i 6MT (138 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1794 cm3 |
Power: | 101.5 KW @ 6400 RPM 138 HP @ 6400 RPM 136 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 125 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 170 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/45R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 48.8 in (1240 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/57.5 in (1,481/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.5 in (2451 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 3.2 cuFT (91 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2127.5 lbs (965 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2700.7 lbs (1225 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 178 g/km |