2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder 2dr Convertible
All photo credits
- Photo: 2002 Toyota MR2 1.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Toyota MR-2 Spyder in Absolutely Super Red, Front Right, 08-14-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder USDM by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Toyota MR2 1.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder, rear left, 06-19-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder 2dr Convertible is a 138-hp 1.8-liter convertible with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $23,553 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 138 horsepower and 126 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,750 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The MR2 Spyder measures 153.0 inches long on a 96.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,195 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,553 ($44,453 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1ZZ-FE, 1.8L DOHC 16-valve, VVT-i |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 138 hp |
| Torque | 126 lb-ft |
| Redline | 6,750 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve, VVT-i |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.17 (34 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.9 (57 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.39 (77 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 (104 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.82 (131 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.25 |
| Final Drive | 4.31 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 12 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | P185/55SR15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/50SR15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 153 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 48.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,195 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota MR2.
14 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota MR2 SPYDER
Owner Complaints
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota MR2 SPYDER (2 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 TOYOTA MR2. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.