Toyota MR2 third generation
The Toyota MR2 third generation (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: ZZW30 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 3,890–3,900 mm RDW | – | 3,886 mm |
| Width | 1,700 mm RDW | – | 1,694 mm |
| Height | 1,240 mm RDW | – | 1,240 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm RDW | – | 2,451 mm |
| Front track | 1,475 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,460 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 950–990 kg RDW | – | 996 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,050–1,090 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,225–1,235 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 57 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 1,303 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 210 km/h RDW | – | – |
| 0–100 km/h | – | – | 5.5 s |
| Torque | 170 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/55R15, 205/50R15, 215/45R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 71.0% (70.3–71.6) | 69.2% | 19,742 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 39.6% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 33.2% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 22.4% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 20.1% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 15.9% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 7.9% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
34 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 4 crashes · 1 fire
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Toyota MR2 third generation
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2005 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 2003–2005 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 2000 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.