The mid-engine sport coupe that was a budget Ferrari—a rear-drive, mid-engine car that handled like a dream. It’s a cult classic, and it’s one of the most fun cars Toyota ever built.
The MR2 was a rear-wheel-drive, mid-engine sport coupe. 1st gen (1984-1989): 1.5L 3A-LU (70 hp) or 1.6L 4A-GE (112 hp), 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto. 2nd gen (1990-1995): 2.0L 3S-GE (153 hp) or 2.0L 3S-GTE turbo (200 hp), 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto. 3rd gen (2000-2005): 1.8L 1ZZ-FE (138 hp), 5-speed manual or 5-speed auto.
The MR2 is reliable. The 4A-GE is a great engine—it’s a DOHC, chain-driven, reliable. The 3S-GTE is a stout turbo engine. The 1ZZ-FE is reliable. The 5-speed manual is excellent. The main issues are rust and the handling characteristics—the MR2 can snap oversteer if you lift off the throttle mid-corner. It’s a fun, reliable sports car.
Every listing below is VIN-matched to your exact MR2 before it ships, backed by a 60-day replacement warranty:
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