The Toyota MR2 Spyder Base for 2000: Improving on 1999
There have been several award-winning cars from Toyota over the years, including the Toyota MR2 Spyder of 2000. There are one trim levels to the MR2 Spyder, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1999 the popular 1.8 liter has made this a popular choice for convertible buyers across the country.
Toyota MR2 Spyder Engine Specs
Toyota MR2 Spyder Engine Specs: The MR2 Spyder Base comes outfitted with a 1.8 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by Toyota, is mated to a five-speed transaxle by Toyota. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Toyota.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The MR2 Spyder uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2000 MR2 Spyder is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12.70 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The MR2 Spyder is 153.00 inches long, 66.70 inches wide, and 48.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 96.50 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the MR2 Spyder is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.
The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $23,098, with a dealer invoice cost of $20,578. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.
MPG Ratings
The MR2 Spyder Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty five in-city driving and thirty when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.
In 1999 and 2000 the MR2 Spyder Base was availble in the exterior colors of Absolutely Red, Black, Liquid Silver Metallic, Solar Yellow, Spectra Blue Metallic, and Super White.
We Think...
The 1999 model began the promise of the Toyota MR2 Spyder. The 2000 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 Spyder Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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