- Newest year: 2005
- Gas
- Two-seaters
- Same as 2004
2000-2005 Toyota MR2 MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 24–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 10 of 10 two-seater configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2005 Toyota MR2 at a glance
The 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 covers 6 model years in the EPA database (9 configurations in all), rated 24–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $2,510 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD (26 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2003 and 2004; 2002 and 2005 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2004 and 2005.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2005 Toyota MR2 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Gas | 25–26 MPG | $2,510–$2,610 | Same EPA ratings as 2004 |
| 2004 | Gas | 25–26 MPG | $2,510–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 25 MPG | $2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | Same EPA ratings as 2001 |
| 2001 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | First year |
What the 2005 MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$209
$2,510 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.18
Per 100 miles
$16.73
Five years
$12,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the two-seater median
$1,850less a year
Class median $4,360 a year, MY2005
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Toyota MR2 MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2005 Toyota MR2 as for the 2004 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2004 section above.See 2004
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
2004 Toyota MR2 MPG
25–26 MPG · $2,510–$2,610/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,610 to $2,510, $100 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
2003 Toyota MR2 MPG
25 MPG · $2,610/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,610, $110 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,610 |
2002 Toyota MR2 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2001
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2002 Toyota MR2 as for the 2001 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2001 section above.See 2001
2001 Toyota MR2 MPG
24 MPG · $2,720/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MR2 (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | RWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,720 |
2000 Toyota MR2 MPG
24 MPG · $2,720/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MR2 (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,720 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD: $3,420 in California and $2,190 in Texas, a $1,230 difference.
- California $3,420
- Washington $3,170
- New York $2,510
- Florida $2,370
- Texas $2,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2005 two-seater models.
Generations
- 2000-2005 (W30)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 get?
EPA rates the 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 at 24–26 MPG combined across 9 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2005 MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD, is rated 26 MPG (23 city, 30 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2005 Toyota MR2?
The MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2004 and 2005. The lowest top rating, 24 MPG, was in 2000, 2001 and 2002.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2005 Toyota MR2?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2003 and 2004. In 2002 and 2005 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Toyota MR2 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD costs about $2,510 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,510–$2,610 a year. That is a $100 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Toyota MR2 100 miles?
About $16.73 per 100 miles for the MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $16.73 and $17.40 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2005 Toyota MR2 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD is rated 23 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2005 Toyota MR2 compare with other two-seater configurations?
The MR2 1.8L 4-cyl RWD costs about $2,510 a year to fuel, $1,850 less than the class median of $4,360, and less than 10 of 10 two-seater configurations. The comparison covers all 69 rated two-seater configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2005 Toyota MR2 different from the 2004 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2004 and 2005: 2 configurations rated 25–26 MPG combined. See the 2004 Toyota MR2 for that year.