Model year guide

2005 Toyota mr2

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Toyota mr2 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2005 Toyota mr2 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Toyota mr2 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints3
Combined25–26 mpg

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2005 Toyota mr2 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 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.

2005 Toyota mr2 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2005 Toyota mr2 MPG & running costs

Combined25–26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,650
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 5-spd or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume46 cu ft
Cargo volume2 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Toyota mr2 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,250
Fuel only$13,250
Per mile$0.18

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.

2005 Toyota mr2 trims & engines on record

Engines
1.8L 4-cyl

2005 Toyota mr2 vehicles on record

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2005 Toyota mr2 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Toyota mr2 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 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 2005 Toyota mr2?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are equipment, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Toyota mr2 get?

The 2005 Toyota mr2 has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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