Mazda Miata vs Toyota MR2 Spyder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder
Overview
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Cloth | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,098 (best) | $25,145 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal | 12.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 142 hp (best) | 138 hp |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft | 125 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5.1 cu ft (best) | 1.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,447 lbs | 2,195 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4 in | 4.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 89.2 in | 96.5 in (best) |
| Length | 155.3 in (best) | 153 in |
| Width | 66.1 in | 66.7 in (best) |
| Height | 48.3 in | 48.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda MiataCloth | Toyota MR2 SpyderBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Mazda Miata | Toyota MR2 Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cloth $22,098 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $25,145 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $24,903 MSRP | Base $26,145 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $25,780 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Grand Touring $26,580 MSRP | — |