2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder Review
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2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder appraisal values can range from $1,706 - $5,308.
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Edmunds' Expert Review
- Lively and precise handling dynamics, scores high on the fun scale, available SMT transmission, affordable compared to other European-brand roadsters.
- Severe lack of storage space, bland interior design, not many safety features available.
Consumer reviews
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Most helpful consumer reviews
ajb240,04/04/2014
2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
I have owned this car only for a short period but it is fantastic. I have owned and driven many cars in my time but this has quckly stolen my heart. I love this little car. It drive like every boys childhood dream of owning a Hotwheels, only this is the adult version.
This car is not practicle as you might be able to carry a gallon of milk. It is not a smoth riding car and it can be noisy with the top up. It has one job and that is to put a smile on your face, and that it does everytime you drive it.
My 1st day getting it on the hwy I took a cloverleaf at speeds that would have put another car in the ditch and I didnt even know it. But I had the biggest S(&T eating grin on my face.
E. F.,06/19/2016
2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
I've owned 2 Porsche Boxster S sports cars, and this little MR2 handles similar in the mountain curves. The 4 cylinder in the MR2 obviously does not have the power of the Porsche's 6 cylinder engines, but the handling is amazingly similar for a lower priced 2-seater sports car. I'd not hesitate to purchase another MR2! I wish Toyota would bring them back onto market as they quit production of this little gem in 2005. I'd love to have a turbo or super-charged version of this 2-seater convertible! This little guy gets to sit garaged and stay warm (on a smart-charger) during the bad winter weather.
jim007,12/23/2003
2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
The whole point of designing this car with a
"limited" engine was to minimize insurance
costs and to avoid the luxury tax. This car was
designed for aftermarket modifications.....how
wonderfully devious from Toyota.
For an additional $6000 - $8000 you can
install a Power Enterprises turbo kit,
suspension kit, add racing rods, racing clutch,
and 17" wheels. You will now have a Spyder
that will out handle almost any stock sports
car for less than a total price of $35000. And
no exhorbinant insurance costs!
No storage space, but why complain about
things that are diametrically opposed to the
design objective?
Mike,06/18/2009
2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
The MR2 will never appeal to soccer moms, farmers, or anyone who prioritizes "practicality" over fun; however, if you want a reliable, economical, relatively rare, good-looking, and super fun way of getting from point "A" to "B" the MR2 can not be beat.