2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder 2dr Convertible (5-spd Manual)
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 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder 2dr Convertible (5-spd Manual) is a 138-hp 1.8-liter convertible with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,685 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 138 horsepower and 126 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,750 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 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 | $25,685 ($42,743 *) |
| 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 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.9 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.39 |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 |
| 5th Gear | 0.82 |
| Reverse | 3.25 |
| Final Drive | 4.31 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 12 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 153 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 48.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 1.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,195 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.3 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
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 Toyota MR2 Convertible).
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota MR2.
3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota MR2
Owner Complaints
3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota MR2. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Equipment | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Power Train | 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 2005 TOYOTA MR2. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.