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Toyota MR2 Spyder vs Toyota Solara

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

Vehicles

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2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder

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2008 Toyota Solara

Overview

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
Selected trimBaseSE
Body styleConvertibleCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20052008

Pricing & market

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
MSRP$25,145$20,180 (best)
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Fuel economy & range

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
Combined MPG25 MPG25 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.7 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
Horsepower138 hp155 hp (best)
Torque125 lb-ft158 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.8 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
Seating2 seats5 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume1.9 cu ft13.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,195 lbs (best)3,185 lbs
Ground clearance4.9 in5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase96.5 in107.1 in (best)
Length153 in192.5 in (best)
Width66.7 in71.5 in (best)
Height48.8 in56.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecToyota MR2 SpyderBaseToyota SolaraSE
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimToyota MR2 SpyderToyota Solara
1

Base

$25,145 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$20,180 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$26,145 MSRP

SE

$21,010 MSRP

3

Sport

$22,450 MSRP

4

Sport

$23,280 MSRP

5

SE V6

$22,510 MSRP

6

SE V6

$27,440 MSRP

7

SLE

$24,155 MSRP

8

Sport V6

$24,780 MSRP

9

Sport V6

$29,710 MSRP

10

SLE V6

$27,155 MSRP

11

SLE V6

$30,710 MSRP

Toyota MR2 Spyder vs Toyota Solara FAQ

Which is better: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder vs 2008 Toyota Solara on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Toyota Solara starts lower at $20,180.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
The 2008 Toyota Solara leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,180).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
The 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
The 2008 Toyota Solara leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).
Which has better seats: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
The 2008 Toyota Solara leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder or 2008 Toyota Solara?
The 2008 Toyota Solara leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).