Getting 29 Miles a Gallon: The Toyota MR2 for 1994
It is common to find buyers of the Toyota MR2 enthusiastic about their purchase. The MR2 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Toyota line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 1994 model is no exception. The Toyota MR2 falls into the coupe for the family category. The MR2 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Toyotas year after year
Toyota MR2 Engine Specs
The restyled MR2 Base is equipped with a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1993 version.
The fuel system for the 1994 MR2 is a MPI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 14.30-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The MR2 uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the MR2 Base are 66.90 inches wide by 164.20 inches long. It sits 48.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 94.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $22,538 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
The standard warranty period for the MR2 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1994 MR2 gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 22 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.
Conclusion
The 1993 model began the promise of the Toyota MR2. The 1994 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Toyota hopes that the MR2 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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