Toyota MR2

19852005 · 37 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
23
Best
26

The Toyota MR2 has been tested by the EPA across 37 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 2005. Over this period, the MR2 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2005
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2005
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
2004
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2004
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
2002
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2001
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2000
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
1995
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182520MPG
1995
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
1995
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1994
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182520MPG
1994
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
1994
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1993
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182520MPG
1993
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850192621MPG
1993
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1992
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1992
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1992
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1991
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1991
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1991
2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,150192522MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000212723MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,150192522MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000212723MPG
1987
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1987
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1986
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1986
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232825MPG
1985
1.6L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG

Historical Efficiency

2005
26
2004
26
2003
25
2002
24
2001
24
2000
24
1995
22
1994
22
1993
22
1992
22
1991
22
1989
25
1988
25
1987
25
1986
25
1985
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MR2) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota MR2. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Toyota Toyota MR-2/MR Spyder grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
40
Total Deaths
35

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
32.5%
DUI Involved
25.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

74%
Front
13%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2018
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2016
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.25
2015
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1991
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory