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Chevrolet Corvette vs Toyota MR2 Spyder

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Chevrolet Corvette

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2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder

Overview

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
Selected trimStingrayBase
Body styleCoupeConvertible
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed automated manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272005

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
MSRP$71,000$25,145 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,000 (best)
Median listing price$70,983 (best)
Highest listing price$347,000 (best)
For sale now75 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
Combined MPG18 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)12.7 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
Horsepower535 hp (best)138 hp
Torque520 lb-ft (best)125 lb-ft
Engine size6.7 L (best)1.8 L
CylindersV8I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
Seating2 seats2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume12.6 cu ft (best)1.9 cu ft
Curb weight2,195 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)4.9 in
Wheelbase107.2 in (best)96.5 in
Length182.3 in (best)153 in
Width76.1 in (best)66.7 in
Height48.6 in48.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CorvetteStingrayToyota MR2 SpyderBase
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet CorvetteToyota MR2 Spyder
1

Stingray

$71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$25,145 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Stingray

$78,000 MSRP

Base

$26,145 MSRP

3

Stingray

$78,100 MSRP

4

Stingray

$82,750 MSRP

5

Stingray

$85,100 MSRP

6

Stingray

$89,750 MSRP

7

Grand Sport

$86,000 MSRP

8

Grand Sport

$93,000 MSRP

9

Grand Sport

$93,100 MSRP

10

Grand Sport

$97,750 MSRP

11

Grand Sport

$100,100 MSRP

12

Grand Sport

$104,750 MSRP

13

Grand Sport X

$109,700 MSRP

14

Grand Sport X

$115,200 MSRP

15

Grand Sport X

$116,700 MSRP

16

Grand Sport X

$120,350 MSRP

17

Grand Sport X

$122,200 MSRP

18

Grand Sport X

$127,350 MSRP

19

Z06

$118,900 MSRP

20

Z06

$125,900 MSRP

21

Z06

$127,800 MSRP

22

Z06

$132,450 MSRP

23

Z06

$134,800 MSRP

24

Z06

$139,450 MSRP

25

ZR1

$194,700 MSRP

26

ZR1

$204,700 MSRP

27

ZR1

$205,700 MSRP

28

ZR1

$215,700 MSRP

29

ZR1X

$224,900 MSRP

30

ZR1X

$234,900 MSRP

31

ZR1X

$235,900 MSRP

32

ZR1X

$245,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Corvette vs Toyota MR2 Spyder FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Chevrolet Corvette or 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Chevrolet Corvette or 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder starts lower at $25,145. Live Chevrolet Corvette listings start at $10,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chevrolet Corvette or 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder?
The 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (25,145).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Chevrolet Corvette or 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder?
The 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Chevrolet Corvette or 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,250).