Model year guide

2001 Toyota mr2

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Toyota mr2 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2001 Toyota mr2 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Toyota mr2 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Combined24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2001 Toyota mr2 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2001 Toyota mr2.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2001 Toyota mr2 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2001 Toyota mr2 MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Passenger volume46 cu ft
Cargo volume2 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Toyota mr2 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Fuel only$14,000
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2001 Toyota mr2 trims & engines on record

Trims
Spyder
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 138 hp

2001 Toyota mr2 vehicles on record

2001 Toyota mr2 2001 Toyota mr2 SpyderJTDFR320X10035452

Other Toyota mr2 model years

2005 2003 1992 1991

2001 Toyota mr2 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Toyota mr2 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2001 Toyota mr2. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota mr2?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Toyota mr2 get?

The 2001 Toyota mr2 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 24 mpg combined (22 city / 27 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.